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3 a) Focus Reading for lexico-grammatical

accuracy

ñExplain the task. Remind Ss to read the text as is, then go back and work through filling in the gaps.

ñReread the text with the gaps completed and check for correctness.

ñCompare answers with a partner.

b)Focus Reading for specific information

ñExplain the task.

ñAllow Ss time to complete the questions.

ñCheck answers with the class.

Suggested Answer Key

1Conventional farming can be harmful to the environment because it uses a lot of energy through the amount of machinery used. Also it causes harm through the amount of chemicals used in pesticides, fertilisers and insecticides.

2Organic farming is better for the environment because it uses less chemicals by using natural fertilisers and flame weeders. It also uses less energy because it uses simple tools instead of lots of machinery.

Focus Explaining new vocabulary

ñEncourage Ss to identify the meanings based on context, then use a dictionary if necessary.

ñAllow time to complete the definitions.

ñSs compare answers with a partner.

Suggested Answer Key

tractors: vehicles farmers use for the difficult jobs around a farm

flame weeders: gadgets that burn the weeds/ plants that farmers don’t want/need and which can damage other plants

crops: what a farmer grows e.g. potatoes maintain: to keep in the same condition/state richness: the good quality of something beneficial insects: those insects/bugs that help farmers to get rid of harmful insects/bugs

4Focus Role-playing

ñExplain the task. Ss work with a partner to develop a dialogue based on the facts presented throughout this section.

ñSs create a dialogue in favour of organic farming and use words and phrases to convince someone to adopt a new practice.

ñAllow time to create the dialogue and practice the role-play.

ñAsk each pair to act out their dialogue for the class.

Green Wisdom

ñDraw Ss’ attention to the quotation.

ñElicit ideas for how to paraphrase the quotation and build up a paraphrase on the board. Ss discuss the meaning in pairs or small groups.

ñElicit whether Ss agree or disagree with the quotation and ask Ss to justify their opinions. Ask various pairs or groups to report back to the class.

ñAs an extension, Ss could suggest similar or other quotations on the topic from their L1.

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Listening

Focus Listening for specific information

ñSs read the statements prior to playing the recording.

ñTell Ss they will hear a recording and they are to identify whether the statements provided are true or false.

ñReplay the recording while Ss check their answers.

TAPESCRIPT

A:Good morning, Tree Tops Restaurant.

B:Oh, good morning. I’d like to book a table, please.

A:Certainly. When would you like the table for?

B:Next Saturday, please.

A:Saturday 8th June?

B:Yes, that’s right.

A:Just a moment please….ah, I’m afraid we’re fullybooked for that evening. We have tables available for the evening before though.

B:No, unfortunately we can’t make it on Friday. Ah … are you open at lunchtime on Saturday?

A:Yes, we are actually. We open at 12 and serve lunch until 3pm.

B:Well, that might be okay. We could go shopping first. Have you got a table for 1pm?

A:Yes, we have. That would be fine. How many is the booking for?

B:Err … at the moment three, but there’s a possibility that there’ll be one more.

A:That’s absolutely fine. I’ll book you a table for four.

B:Oh, thank you, that’s great. I’ll have to check with my friends though if Saturday lunchtime is OK.

A:No problem. I’ll make the booking for you and you can call us and change it later if you need to.

B:Thanks. Is the lunchtime menu similar to the evening menu?

A:It’s similar, but we also have a selection of salads and lighter dishes on our lunchtime menu.

B:Oh, that’s good. One of my friends is always on a diet!

A:Don’t worry, she’ll have plenty to choose from! Can I take a name for the booking, please?

B:Yes, certainly. It’s Brooks. That’s B-R-O-O-K-S.

A: Thank you. I look forward to seeing you on Saturday.

Reading

Focus Reading to match specific information

ñ Explain the task.

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ñEncourage Ss to read the questions prior to reading the texts and highlight any key words.

ñRemind Ss that one text will not be matched to a question.

ñSs complete the task individually.

Answer Key

Use of English

Focus Reading for lexico-grammatical

accuracy

ñExplain the task.

ñRemind Ss to try each answer provided and select the best option to complete the gaps.

ñTell Ss to read the entire text upon completion in order to check for correctness.

Speaking

Focus Giving a two-minute talk on food

and drink

ñExplain the task.

ñEncourage Ss to follow the guidelines provided and make notes to help them to remember what to say.

ñExplain to Ss that they will be required to answer questions from their classmates following their talk. Ss should be prepared to justify and substantiate any information they give.

ñAllow time to develop their information.

ñSs present their work individually.

Suggested Answer Key

My favourite foods are fresh fish, soups and salads. I like to drink tea and coffee as well as lots of water. What I eat depends on the weather. When it’s hot I enjoy eating ice cream and I like to drink fizzy drinks like diet coke. When it’s cold, I enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and hot puddings. On a typical day I eat cereal for breakfast, a sandwich for lunch and a main meal in the early evening, usually some kind of meat with pasta or rice. I think my diet is quite healthy. I try to eat a wide range of foods and I do not snack very often.

Writing

Focus Sharing opinions for/against an issue

ñReview the writing process provided with the Ss.

ñRead over the rubric and discuss points that arise both for and against the topic.

ñWrite a chart on the board with two columns: one for, one against; and list the comments Ss make.

ñClarify any questions or concerns Ss may have in regards to the task.

ñAllow Ss time to organize their thoughts and opinions and encourage them to refer to the list you formulated on the board.

ñWhen Ss have completed their writing, they may exchange papers with a partner to proofread and check. Make any necessary corrections and hand-in.

ñMonitor progress around the class throughout the writing process and provide any necessary assistance.

Suggested Answer Key

These days, young people are influenced very much by TV advertisements, a large number of which are for fast food. As a result, some people believe that eating habits among the young are becoming so bad that it is time for such advertising to be banned completely.

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There are a number of arguments in favour of banning ads for junk food on TV. To start with, if youngsters do not watch them, then they will not be influenced by them and buy the products. In addition, these adverts do not inform young people of the fact that this kind of food is unhealthy. As it contains high levels of fat, salt and sugar, researchers say it could be addictive.

On the other hand, there are also arguments in favour of keeping the ads. For example, many people believe that fast food plays an important role in society because it is convenient, inexpensive and tastes good. Moreover, the rise in obesity and health problems among the young probably has more to do with their lack of discipline in what they eat and how much they eat rather than with TV advertisements for fast food.

In conclusion, I believe youngsters need to learn to take responsibility for their own choices and the results of those choices regardless of advertising campaigns. As long as parents inform children of the dangers of eating this type of food, then there is no reason why such advertisements should be banned from TV.