English Morning Reading Newspaper: SCMP Article: Spanish expats condemn violence in Catalonia 3rd October, 2017 [City – cover page] Classes: 6A + 6B Date of Session: 6th October, 2017
B. Vocabulary 1. condemn (v) Heading – reprimand e.g. to reprimand sb for sth 2. referendum (n) L6 – vote e.g. to hold/organize a referendum
B. Vocabulary 3. anonymous (a) L9 - nameless e.g. an anonymous benefactor/ caller 4. sentiment (n) L91 – thought, opinion, feeling e.g. I don’t think she shares my sentiments.
B. Vocabulary 5. brutal (a) L106 – savage, vicious e.g. one of the most brutal attacks
C. Useful expressions go against sb/ sth (L79) - to disagree with someone/ something e.g. Public opinion is going against the government on this issue.
C. Useful expressions flare up (L108) - sth suddenly starts or gets much worse e.g. Violence flared up again last night. (anger/ pain/ temper)
D. IP Question If you were a senior government official, what would you do to make Hong Kong a better place to live in? Preparation: 2 mins. (note taking) Discussion: 2 mins. (pair work) Presentation: 1 min. (individual) 6A (30) 6B (30)