## Introduction

Conspiracy Theorist's World
In this section we are going to look at the topic of conspiracy theories, which are a feature of our modern life, and arguably modern culture – the culture of conspiracy theories. You begin by considering some conspiracy theories and then you will read an article about why people believe in conspiracy theories and whether some people are more likely to believe in conspiracy theories than others.

This third section contains 5 steps. Work them through step by step.

Step | Activity |
|  | Introduction | Find out what you already know.
Step 1 |  | Speaking | Share ideas about conspiracy theories. Make a list of conspiracy theories. Choose your reaction.
Step 2 |  | Reading | Answer questions. Read a text about conspiracy theories. Answer questions about the text.
Step 3 |  | Listening | Listen to a radio interview with Gabby Potter. Answer questions about the interview.
Step 4 |  | Grammar | Theory about past modals. Complete sentences
Step 5 |  | Task | Write arguments in an essay to support or oppose a motion for a debate in your class
|  | Evaluation | Reflecting on what you have learned.

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