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General Education Office. LA.121 / LA1301 English 1 Unit 2 Movies and Entertainment. Objectives. You will be able to: Apologize for being late Use present perfect tense with for, since, recently, only Use explanations for being late Discuss preferences for movie genres - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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General Education General Education OfficeOffice

LA.121 / LA1301LA.121 / LA1301English 1English 1

Unit 2Unit 2Movies and Movies and

EntertainmentEntertainment

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ObjectivesObjectivesYou will be able to:

• Apologize for being late– Use present perfect tense with for, since, recently, only– Use explanations for being late

•Discuss preferences for movie genres– Use would rather / would rather not– Use expressions: I love, ..are my favorite, …are OK, I’m not that big on,

etc.

•Describe and recommend movies– Use adjectives to describe movies

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Choosing a movie to Choosing a movie to watchwatch• How do you decide which movie to watch?

• Where do you buy or rent movies?

• Do you ever look at movie websites?

• Look at Top Notch - Unit 2 Page 14–Talk about the movies you’ve seen

–Choose the movies you would like to see

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Language and CultureLanguage and Culture

A con artist is a person who tricks or lies to people to getmoney from them

Touching is an adjective that makes you feel emotions such as sadness, pity or sympathy

FBI stands for Federal Bureau of Investigation, the federal agency in the United States that protects national security

Ill-fated means destined to have an unhappy ending

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At the movies……….At the movies……….Top Notch Page 15 – Photo Story

C) Read and listen to a conversation a movie theatre

D) Focus on language Find and underlined word or expression in the story that has a similar meaning to

each of the following words or phrases:

1. “I’ll pay” 4. “a lot of”

2. “really don’t like” 5. “didn’t see”

3. “To tell you the truth…” 6. “ They say….”

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At the movies……….At the movies……….Top Notch Page 15 – Photo StoryE) Infer meaning

With a partner discuss and find…

1. two different nouns that have the same meaning as “movie”

2. two different adjectives that are related to “fighting” or “killing”

3. an adjective that means “really great”

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At the movies……….At the movies……….Top Notch Page 15 – Photo Story F) Think and explainAnswer each question. The explain your answer with a sentence from the Photo story.

1.What actor does Anna like? How do you know?Peter says, “ Hey, you’re a big DiCaprio fan.”

2.Did Anna see Gangs of New York? How do you know?She says,”……………………………………. .”

3.What movies does Anna suggest? …………………… How do you know?She says,”……………………………………. .”

4.Who is going to pay for the popcorn? …………….. How do you know?Peter says, “……………………………… .”

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Lesson 1 – Apologize for Lesson 1 – Apologize for being latebeing lateGrammar – The present perfect with for and since

Use since with a specific time or date in the past.

Use for to describe a length of time.

How long have you been here?

Other uses:• with yet: for negative: I haven’t been to Disneyland yet.• with always: I’ve always wanted to see Car Planet.• with ordinals, superlatives, only:

This is the third time I’ve seen Ping Pong.It’s the best movie I’ve ever seen.My husband has only seen it once.

I’ve been here since eight o’clock. ( a time in the past)I’ve been here for ten minutes. ( a length of time)

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Lesson 1 – Apologize for Lesson 1 – Apologize for being latebeing late

A Grammar Practice – Choose the correct words to complete the paragraph about Penelope Cruz.

Other uses:with lately, recently, just:Have you seen a good movie recently?I’ve just seen The Beach – what a great movie! (very recently)

with still, so far:You still haven’t seen Tomato Babies?I’ve seen it three times so far!

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Lesson 1 – Apologize for Lesson 1 – Apologize for being latebeing lateB Pairwork

Take turns asking and answering the following questions.Use the present perfect in all your answers.

1 Is there a movie you’ve always wanted to see?

2 Have you seen any good movies recently?

3 What’s the best movie you’ve ever seen?

4 What’s the worst movie you’ve ever seen?

5 How many movies have you seen so far this month?

6 Have you ever seen a movie more than once?

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Lesson 1 – Apologize for Lesson 1 – Apologize for being latebeing late

Vocabulary – Explanations for being latea) Read and listen. Then listen again and repeat.

I overslept. I missed the bus. I couldn’t get a taxi. I couldn’t find a parking space.

I got stuck intraffic.

b) Think of two other explanations for being late.

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Lesson 1 – Apologize for Lesson 1 – Apologize for being latebeing latec) Listening comprehension

Listen to the conversations. Complete the sentences, using the Vocabulary

1. Ted’s late because he ………………

2. Maude probably ………………………………..

3. They’re going to be late because they ………………….

4. First they …………….. . Then they probably ……………………

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Lesson 1 – Apologize for Lesson 1 – Apologize for being latebeing lateConversation Model

a) Read and listen to someone apologize for being late

Rhythm and intonationb) Listen again and repeat. Then practice the Conversation Model with a partner.

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Lesson 1 – Apologize for Lesson 1 – Apologize for being latebeing lateNow you can: apologize for being late

a) Add four more movies to the showtimes.

b) Pair work - Personalise the conversation model with your movies and explanations. Then change roles.

A: Have you been waiting long?

B: For …………….. .

A: Sorry I’m late. I …………….. . Did you get tickets?

B: Yes. But …………… I hope that’s OK.

A: ……………. ..

Extra Phrases__ is sold out.We missed__It started__minutes ago.I’ve already seen __That’s past my bedtime.I can’t stand __I’ve heard it’s __It’s my treat.I’ll get the popcorn.

Extra Phrases__ is sold out.We missed__It started__minutes ago.I’ve already seen __That’s past my bedtime.I can’t stand __I’ve heard it’s __It’s my treat.I’ll get the popcorn.

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Lesson 2 – Discuss Lesson 2 – Discuss preferences for movie preferences for movie

genresgenres

an action film a horror film a science-fiction film an animated film

a comedy a drama a documentary a musical

A) Vocabulary – Movie Genres

Read and Listen. The listen again and repeat.

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Lesson 2 – Discuss Lesson 2 – Discuss preferences for movie preferences for movie

genresgenresB PairworkCompare your favourite movie for each genre

“ My favourite animated film is Shrek “C Listening comprehension

Listen to the conversations about movies. Write the genre for each movie. Then circle the movie if the people decided to see it.

Movie GenreThe Bottom of the SeaTango in Tap ShoesThe Ant who Wouldn’t DieChickens Never Wear ShoesGoldilocks Grows UpThe EqualizerTwelve Angry WomenCity Under the Sea

D DiscussionWhich movies sound good to you? Listen again if necessary. Explain your choices.

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Lesson 2 – Discuss Lesson 2 – Discuss preferences for movie preferences for movie

genresgenresGrammar – Would rather + base formState preferences with would rather / would rather not and the base form of the verb.

She’d rather see a less violent film. ( I’d prefer to see…)

We’d rather not see a horror film. ( I’d prefer not to see…)

IHeWeThey

‘d rathersee a musical.not go out tonight.

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Lesson 2 – Discuss Lesson 2 – Discuss preferences for movie preferences for movie

genresgenresGrammar – Would rather + base formUse than with would rather to contrast preferences.

I’d rather rent a movie than go to the cinema.

They’d rather go to a Woody Allen film than a Martin Scorsese film.

Questions Would you rather see Casablanca or Wall-E?

Which would they rather see – a comedy or a drama?

What would you rather do – see a play or a movie?

Short AnswersWould you rather stay home? Yes, we would. / No, we’d rather not.

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Lesson 2 – Discuss Lesson 2 – Discuss preferences for movie preferences for movie

genresgenresA) Grammar PracticeComplete each response, using ‘d rather or ‘d rather not and expressing a different preference.

1)“I’d love to see a drama tonight.” Actually, …………………….........

2)“I’m in the mood for a horror film.” Actually, …………………………

3)“Let’s get tickets for the late show.” Actually,

…………………………

4)“Ben told me you wanted to rent a movie.” Actually, …………….

5)“Would you like to see a comedy?” Actually, …………………….

6)“How about some dinner after the film?” Actually, …………………..

B) Pair work – Practice the conversations in Exercise A.

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Lesson 2 – Discuss Lesson 2 – Discuss preferences for movie preferences for movie

genresgenresConversation Modela) Read and listen to people discuss their movie preferences.

Rhythm and Intonation b) Listen again and repeat. The practice the conversation model.

I love ___________s. I can take them or leave them. I’m not that big on _________s.

__________ s are great. __________s are OK. I don’t like ___________ s.

__________ s are my favourite I can’t stand ___________s.

Describing preferences

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Lesson 2 – Discuss Lesson 2 – Discuss preferences for movie preferences for movie

genresgenresNow you can: discuss preferences for movie genres

Pairwork Personalize the Conversational Model, expressing your own preferences in movie genres. Then change roles.

A)Would you rather see - __________ or _________?

B)It doesn’t matter to me, You choose.

A) Well, what would you say to ____________?

B)Hmm. To tell you the truth, I ____________ .

C)What about ___________?

D)____________.

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Lesson 3 – Describe and Lesson 3 – Describe and recommend moviesrecommend moviesa) Vocabulary

1) Using the cards provided, match the adjective with the correct description.

2) Adjectives to describe movies. Read and listen. Then listen again and repeat.

funny – something that makes you laugh

hilarious – very, very funny

silly – not serious, almost stupid

boring – not interesting

weird – very strange or unusual, in a negative way

unforgettable – something you are going to remember

thought-provoking – something that makes you think

romantic – about loveviolent – bloody; with a lot of

fighting and killing

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Lesson 3 – Describe and Lesson 3 – Describe and recommend moviesrecommend movies

Adjective Title

a funny movie

a hilarious movie

a silly movie

a boring movie

a romantic movie

a weird movie

an unforgettable movie

a thought-provoking movie

a violent movie

b) Pair workWrite the title of a movie for each adjective. The compare choices.

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Lesson 3 – Describe and Lesson 3 – Describe and recommend moviesrecommend moviesListening Comprehension

A Listen for main ideasListen to the movie reviewer. Write a check next to the movies he recommends and write an X next to the ones he doesn’t.

1 Popcorn 2 The Vacation 3 Aquamundo 4 Wolf Babies

B Infer meaningListen carefully to each movie review again. Based on the reviewer’s opinion, circle one or more of the adjectives to describe each movie.1 Popcorn (weird / funny / boring) 2 The Vacation (romantic / violent / unforgettable)3 Aquamundo (boring / violent / though-provoking)4 Wolf Babies (violent / boring / hilarious )

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Lesson 3 – Describe and Lesson 3 – Describe and recommend moviesrecommend moviesListening Comprehension

C DictationListen to the following excerpts from the reviews. Complete each statement, based on what you hear.

Popcorn * First up is Popcorn, a new ___________ starring David Bodine and Judy Crabbe. Unfortunately, Popcorn is a complete waste of ___________

Popcorn * First up is Popcorn, a new ___________ starring David Bodine and Judy Crabbe. Unfortunately, Popcorn is a complete waste of ___________

The Vacation *****Our next film, The Vacation, is a well-acted and _____________ I highly _______________ wonderful _____________ .

The Vacation *****Our next film, The Vacation, is a well-acted and _____________ I highly _______________ wonderful _____________ .

Aquamundo *** Aquamundo is no ________ _________Film; it’s based on real scientific research. A ____________ film. Don’t ______ ___________ .

Aquamundo *** Aquamundo is no ________ _________Film; it’s based on real scientific research. A ____________ film. Don’t ______ ___________ .

Wolf Babies *** Adults will find the story ___________, but children won’t forget these __________ scary scenes for a long time.

Wolf Babies *** Adults will find the story ___________, but children won’t forget these __________ scary scenes for a long time.

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Lesson 3 – Describe and Lesson 3 – Describe and recommend moviesrecommend movies

Now you can: describe and recommend moviesA Pair work Read the short movie reviews and choose the movie you think sounds the most interesting. The compare movie choices. Explain your reasons.

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Lesson 3 – Describe and Lesson 3 – Describe and recommend moviesrecommend movies

Title of Film:Genre:Stars:Director / producer:Adjectives that describe the movie:

What the movie is about:

B Notepadding Write notes about a movie you’ve seen recently. (It’s OK if you don’t have all the information.)

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SummarySummaryNow you are able to:

•Apologize for being late– Use present perfect tense with for, since, recently, only– Use explanations for being late

•Discuss preferences for movie genres– Use would rather / would rather not– Use expressions: I love, ..are my favorite, …are OK, I’m not that big on, etc.

•Describe and recommend movies– Use adjectives to describe movies


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