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CNG BI GING MN SPEAKING HC K 5 (VB I) TUN 3 (T 29/08/2011 n 5/09/2011)

Unit 3: RESPONSIBILITIES (1LT - 3TH)

LESSON AIMS: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to: Learn how to present and participate in discussion Develop fluency Deal with some problems related to Irresponsible person in our country CONTENTS: Classroom activities Warm-ups Playing Nonsense game Doing Tongue Twisters Pre Speaking Activities In groups, students list the jobs that demand great responsibilities in our country. In groups, students discuss the work that a responsible teacher, doctor, employer have to do for his / her students, patients, and employees. While Speaking Activities Read the following text and discuss with partners the following questions

World Obesity Whose Fault Is It?

The number of overweight people around the world is increasing. For example, in China the number rose from 9 percent to 15 percent between 1989 and 1992. The increases in Latin America and Europe were similar. However, the most worrying statistic is the increase of obesity in children. A new study by the Worth Health Organization (WHO) says that 3.3 percent of children are overweight. But some countries have much higher rates. In the United States, almost 33 percent of children under five are overweight. In some parts of Europe, the rate is almost 30 percent. Even developing countries have problems. In Egypt, Chile, Armenia, and Algeria, for example, the rate is well over 5 percent. In Uzbekistan it is almost 15 percent. The problem is the change in our diets combined with the change in our lifestyles. We used to eat whole grains, vegetables, and fruit. Now we eat foods that contain a lot of fat and sugar. We consume many more calories than before, but we need many less. All those extra calories turn into fat. Expert say that it is not surprising that people eat too much of the wrong foods. Everywhere we look there are advertisements for high-calorie, high-fat foods. These
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foods are low in nutrition but also low in cost. In other words, they may not be good for you, but they are really cheap. Some experts call this is a toxic- food environment. Most of us do not recognize this unhealthy environment. Therefore, we believe if you are fat, its your responsibility. This is not completely true. We learn a lot about food from advertising. The most well-advertised foods are usually the least nutritious. Unfortunately, a great number of advertisements are made for children. In the United States, the average child watches 10,000 televisions advertisements each year. More than 90 percent of these advertise sugary cereals, candy, soda, and other junk foods. Today, many food corporations are focusing on developing countries. In 1998, one soft-drink company told its stockholders that Africa is a land of opportunity for us. The number of fast- food restaurants around the world is also growing rapidly. The largest American fast- food company opens five new restaurants every day. Four of them are located outside the United States. It is terrible to think that we may soon live in a world where everyone eats fast food and drinks soda. However, it is not unavoidable. Governments should educate their citizens about the danger of eating wrong food. This is particularly important for tomorrows adults. How much responsibility does each group have for the increase in obesity? None Individual adults Parents Children Government Doctors Schools Food manufacturers Advertisers Restaurants Very little Some A lot Almost all

What can each of the groups in the chart do to help people eat healthier food? Not everyone agrees that obesity is a social problem. Do you agree or disagree with the opinion below? Look out for the food police. They are attacking a traditional American meal - a cheeseburger, an order of French fries, and a large soda. A Yale University professor wants to have a special tax on high- calorie foods such as French fries. The Center for Science in the Public Interest wants to put warning labels on soft drinks. Such acts are taking away our freedom of choice.
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In groups, discuss with your partners who will be responsible for homeless children, school violence? State the reasons for your choice. Post Speaking Activities Look at the case. In terms of how irresponsible these people are, decide who are the most irresponsible persons. Why? A mother who smokes while pregnant. Parents who let their children watch pornographic and violent films. People who leave cans and plastic bottles on the street. Someone who drinks a bottle of wine and then drives. A teacher who never prepare his / her lessons. A mother who asks children to beg for money on the street.

Homework In pairs, discuss with your partner the following statement. You both can make an argument with your partner to express your opinions. We are totally responsible for what happens in our lives. We should never blame other people or circumstances for our own mistakes and misfortunes.