Unit 7. The mass media

KIM’S GAME
MASS MEDIA
I. WARM-UP
II. PRE-WRITING
VOCABULARY
TASK 2
III. WHILE-WRITING
IV. POST-WRITING
V. HOMEWORK
SECTION D: WRITING
TASK 1
KIM’S GAME
TASK 3
EXHIBITION
VOCABULARY
Advantage (n):
Disadvantage (n) :
Interfere with (v) :
Memorable (adj):
Relax (v):
Violent (adj):
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READ ABOUT THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF TELEVISION BELOW. (P. 78)
TASK 1
1. What does Task 1 tell you?
2. How many advantages?
3. How many disadvantages?
4. Which advantage do you like most?
Answer the following questions.

Read the ideas in Task 1 again and complete the passages about the advantages and disadvantages of television:

Television brings us a lot of advantages. Firstly, television helps us (1)................ more about the world and to know and see many new things. Secondly, it can make things (2) ............... because it presents information in an effective way. Thirdly, it entertains us. (3) ................... it is an enjoyable way to relax. Fourthly, it increases the popularity of sport and games. Finally, television makes us aware of our global responsibilities.
However, there are some disadvantages of television. The first disadvantage is that television makes us (4) ................ We don’t have to think so our brains become lazy. The second is that it encourages us to (5) ......... things that we don’t need. The third, it takes time away from activities such as reading and games. The fourth, Some television (6) ......................... may make people violent. The finally is that television interferes with family life and communication.
to learn
memorable
Watching
passive
buy
programmes

- Firstly, secondly, …, finally
- The first (dis)advantage is that …, the second (dis)advantage is that …, the finally


Besides, moreover, furthermore, and, in addition,.…

However, on the other hand, but, ……..
Useful Language
* Listing of points
* Coordinating conjunction
* Introducing contrast
Task 2: Read about the advantages and disadvantages of the mass media below
A,B,C
1 , 3, 5
C
1 , 4
C,D
1 , 2
and then write them down in the suitable columns ( more accepted abilities for each sentence)
Task 3
Write a paragraph in 70 – 100 words about the advantages or disadvantages of the Internet
The advantages and disadvantages of the Internet
The Internet has its own advantages and disadvantages. The Internet makes life easier and enjoyable. Firstly, it helps us to learn more about the world and to know many new things. Secondly, it can help us do a lot of things such as paying bills, sending and receiving letters, learning foreign languages. Finaly, it provides a quick daily access to information and entertainment
However, the Internet is sometimes harmful for people. They spend too much times playing games online or watching bad programs. In addition, it costs much money. We have to pay when we do things online. Furthermore, it encourage(s) us to buy things that we don’t needs.
Sample: advantages and disadvantages of the Internet
Homework
- Learn by heart Vocabulary
- Write a paragraph in 70-100 words the advantages or disadvantages of the Newspaper or Radio.
- Prepare the next lesson: Section E: Language Focus (p.79).