Introduction

Continuing the topic of the news, let’s now turn our attention to the newspapers. Does anyone still read the newspapers? Do your parents or grandparents read a daily newspaper on printed paper? Or do they subscribe to a paper and read it on a tablet? Do you read newspapers? Let’s find out what we know about newspapers nowadays. 

This second section contains 6 steps. Work them through step by step.

Step

Activity

 

 

Introduction

Find out what you already know.

Step 1

Watching and writing

Name as much UK national newspapers as you know. Watch a video and write down names of newspapers you hear. Explain whether you think a story is fake or not.

Step 2

Reading

Name the title of the article. Tick the topics you think will appear. Read the article and do the exercises. Answer questions in your own words.

Step 3

Words

Find verbs in the text and match with the meaning. Complete sentences.

Step 4

Grammar

About mixed conditionals. Read theory and do the exercises.

Step 5

Listening

Look at the picture. Answer questions about photojournalism. Listen to the audio and answer questions.

Step 6

Writing task

To provide a guide for younger pupils on spotting fake news, present your ideas in words and pictures.

 

Evaluation

Reflecting on what you have learned.

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