WEEK 3 - UNIT 3 READING
Section outline
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Exploring the theme:
Have you ever wonder why we should live in cities instead of living in the countryside? Watch the following clips and get your ideas ready.
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Choose one of the topics below and write a short paragraph (80-100 words) to express your opinions. This activity will only be marked as complete when you give at least one comment on your friends' answer.
- What are the positive effects of global urbanization?
- What are the possible problems that could arise from further global urbanization?
- Initially, cities sprang up as people sought access to basic necessities. What factors will drive the growth of cities in the future?
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Lesson A
Living on an Urban Planet -
Words are your weapons in every speaking and writing activity. To use your weapons, remember their names first!
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UNIT 3 LESSON A - USING VOCABULARY (Bonus: 0.2) Forum
Choose one of the 3 topics below and share your ideas with your friends (50-100 words). Use at least 5 new words that you have learned in this lesson to express your opinions.
- What changes in technology do you think are inevitable over the next decade?
- Where do you want to work in the future? In the countrysides or in the cities? Why?
- What do you like about the reading "Living on an Urban Planet?
NOTE: This activity will be marked as complete only when you meet the following requirements (1) post a discussion to answer one of the 3 questions and (2) reply to a discussion of your friend.
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Lesson B
The urban visionary
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Choose one of the 3 topics below and share your ideas with your friends (50-100 words). Use at least 5 new words that you have learned in this lesson to express your opinions.
- Is telling a lie ever justified? If yes, in what situations?
- If you have enough money, would you buy a house or an apartment? Why?
- What do you like the most about the reading "The Urban Visionary"? Why?
NOTE: This activity will be marked as complete only when you meet the following requirements (1) post a discussion to answer one of the 3 questions and (2) reply to a discussion of your friend.
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UNIT 3 READING QUIZ (Friday class) - Scores: 2/10
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