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Form 4 Unit 3 -
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Lesson Objectives
Lesson Objectives
Understand specific details and information in extended texts on a wide range of familiar topics
Explain and justify own point of view
Unit Opener
Unit Opener
When was the last time you bought something online?
Was it worth it to buy the item online?
Which is better - shopping in a retail store, or online?
What are the pros and cons of either method?
Pre Reading
Pre Reading
Word Focus
Word Focus
cosmos: the universe considered as a system with an order and pattern
displays: to arrange something or a collection of things so that it can be seen by the public
holographic: related to images in which objects look as if they are solid and real, not flat
spectacular: very exciting to look at
trampoline: a piece of sports equipment that you jump up and down on, consisting of a piece of strong material joined by springs to a frame
adjustable: able to be changed to suit particular needs
assemble: to make something by joining separate parts
inflatable: able to be inflated
air compressor: a piece of equipment that presses air into a smaller space so that it can be used under high pressure, for example for filling a tyre
To search for meanings of more words, use Cambridge Online Dictionary.
While Reading
While Reading
2 - Look at the pictures of the 3 items in the advertisements below. What do you think they are? How would you use them? Then, read and check your answers.
(1) Laser Cosmos
(2) Moon Shoes
(3) Nappak
3 - Read the advertisements again and the statements below. Which advertisement(s) do they refer to? Write L for Laser Cosmos, M for Moon Shoes or N for Nappak.
You don't have to be a certain age to use this item.
You will pay less for this item if you order over the Internet.
This item comes with information about how to use it.
You can arrange to receive this item the day after your order it.
This item makes you feel like you are somewhere else.
This item is suitable for indoor use only.
This item suits different needs.
You can get your money back if you don't like this item.
Reading Tips:
When matching questions with short texts, scan each text and look for the specific information mentioned in each question.
Find the part of the text which correctly answers the question.
Be careful! Don't choose a text just because the vocabulary or phrasing in the text is similar to that of the question.
Discussion
Discussion
Watch this video about weirdest things ever sold on American-based online shopping website eBay.
Which of the items would you buy? How much would you be willing to pay for it?
Do you find any items useless?
Discuss your thoughts in the Common Room!
Reflection
Reflection
Do you think buying online would make you save more money? Why or why not?
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