https://www.rarejob.com/dna/2026/08/03/couple-charged-with-felonies-for-empire-state-building-climb-turned-proposal/
MATERIAL: Daily News Article
CATEGORY: Human Interest
TITLE: Couple charged with felonies for Empire State Building climb-turned-proposal
UNLOCKING WORD MEANINGS: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. daredevil [DAIR-dev-uhl]
Additional Information: It functions as an adjective when used before another noun.
2. arraignment [uh-REYN-muhnt]
Additional Information: Its verb form is arraign.
3. exploit [EK-sploit]
Additional Information: It is usually used in its plural form.
4. bird’s-eye view [BURDZ-ahy vyoo]
Additional Information: This phrase may also mean a general report or account of something, without many details.
5. intercept [in-ter-SEPT]
Additional Information: In sports, this verb means to catch or receive a pass made by a player on the other team.
SYNONYMS
1. daredevil - risk-taker, adventurer, stunt performer
2. arraignment - hearing, trial, court session
3. exploit - adventure, achievement, deed
4. bird’s-eye view - overview, panorama, aerial view
5. intercept - stop, block, catch
DEFINITION:
1. daredevil - a person who enjoys doing very dangerous actions and takes big physical risks, often to get attention.
2. arraignment - a formal court meeting where an accused person is officially told what crimes they are responsible for and must say if they are guilty or not guilty.
3. exploit - a brave, exciting, or unusual action or adventure that someone has done.
4. bird’s-eye view - a clear look or picture of a wide area from a very high position, looking straight down.
5. intercept - to stop someone or something that is moving from one place to another before they reach their destination.
FREE CONVERSATION/DISCUSSION:
1. What do you think about people who take big risks for attention?
2. Would you ever climb a tall building for fun or a proposal?
3. Why do you think the couple decided to climb the Empire State Building?
4. Do you believe their action was brave or reckless?
5. How should authorities handle dangerous stunts like this?
6. What other famous landmarks do people climb illegally?
7. How would you feel if someone proposed to you in a risky way?
8. Do you think social media encourages people to do dangerous things?
9. What are some safe ways to make a proposal memorable?
10. Why do people enjoy watching daredevil acts?
11. What are the consequences of breaking laws for attention?
12. How can people express love without taking risks?
13. What does this story teach about responsibility?
14. Should extreme stunts be punished or admired?
15. How do you define bravery?
16. What is the difference between bravery and foolishness?
17. Have you ever done something risky for excitement?
18. How can laws prevent dangerous public acts?
19. What would you do if you saw someone climbing a skyscraper?
20. Why do some people ignore safety rules?
21. How can media influence public behavior?
22. What makes a proposal meaningful to you?
23. Do you think the couple regretted their decision?
24. How can people balance adventure and safety?
25. What lessons can young people learn from this event?
26. How do you think the public reacted to this news?
27. What are other creative but safe proposal ideas?
28. Should proposals be private or public?
29. How do you feel about combining love and danger?
30. What would you say to someone planning a risky stunt for love?
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