UNIT SONGS SONGS - MUSIC AND WORDS In this unit you will: · read a piece of chat · read book reviews · listen to a television program · listen to a song You will learn how to: Reading · distinguish general and specific information · discriminate between correct and incorrect information · identify type of text
Listening · infer mood of speakers · relate speakers and speech · discriminate sounds Language · use would and could · use modal verbs must, have to, need to · use the Passive Voice · use the First and Second Conditional Speaking · ask people about imaginary situations · request information using polite questions
Writing · write a book review · write questions and answers in a chat room You will also: · assess and appreciate the value of music and literature · develop respect for the role of music and literature as means of communication
GETTING READY 1
In your group, write a list of all the words related to music and literature you know. Copy and complete this chart in your notebook. Music
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2 Compare your chart with other groups and share new words. Then, look up the meanings of the words you do not know in an English-English dictionary and write a glossary in your notebook.
3 Imagine you are lost on an island in the middle of the ocean. Choose a book and a music album you would like to have with you. Share your comments in your group, giving reasons for your choice.
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