Why English for journalism

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What is the video about? a) b) c) d)

• The benefits of learning English

• The benefits of watching news in English

• The benefits of joining an English learning community

• The benefits of taking quizzes to improve English comprehension

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What are some benefits of learning English? a) b) c) I d)

• Improved employment prospects, exploring the world with confidence, and better problem-solving skills

• Improved health, better social skills, and increased creativity

• Improved memory, better time management, and increased productivity

• Improved physical fitness, better communication skills, and increased happiness

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What will you learn in this lesson?

• How to speak English fluently

• How to understand vocabulary and structures used in news

• How to write news articles in English

• How to read news articles in English

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What is a great resource for improving your English skills?

• Movies

• Music

• News

• Novels

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What are some benefits of watching news in English? a) b) c) I d)

• Improving your listening skills, boosting your vocabulary, and expanding your cultural repertoire

• Improving your cooking skills, boosting your creativity, and expanding your social circle

• Improving your driving skills, boosting your confidence, and expanding your knowledge of history

• Improving your singing skills, boosting your memory, and expanding your fashion sense

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What is the purpose of the quiz mentioned in the video?

• To test your knowledge of English grammar

• o test your comprehension of news-related vocabulary

• To test your ability to write news articles in English

• To test your ability to read news articles in English

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What is the benefit of joining the English learning community mentioned in the video?

• You can watch movies without subtitles

• You can improve your English without getting lost or missing jokes

• You can learn how to cook English food

• You can make new friends who speak English

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How many learners are in the English learning community mentioned in the video?

• 4.8 million

• 48 million

• 480 million

• 4.8 billion

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What is the benefit of exploring the world with confidence?

• You can make new friends

• You can learn new languages

• You can experience new cultures

• All of the above

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What is the benefit of improving your problem-solving skills?

• You can become a better listener

• You can become a better speaker

• You can become a better writer

• You can become more successful in your career

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What is the topic of the video?

• The importance of learning about the news

• The history of journalism

• The principles of journalism

• The difference between simple past and past progressive

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What percentage of Americans watch or read the news every day?

• 10%

• 50%

• 80%

• 100%

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How many magazines are being published in the US alone?

• 100

• 1,000

• 10,000

• 100,000

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What are the two key qualities of critical thinkers?

• Curiosity and skepticism

• Intelligence and creativity

• Confidence and determination

• Patience and persistence

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What is the job of the news?

• To keep people informed

• To entertain people

• To sell newspapers

• To promote political agendas

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What is the difference between a curious person and a skeptical person?

• A curious person wants to learn more, while a skeptical person questions things

• A curious person questions things, while a skeptical person wants to learn more

• A curious person is easily convinced, while a skeptical person is not

• A curious person is not interested in learning, while a skeptical person questions everything

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What is an example of a skeptical question?

• How did the police accomplish this?

• Is this source reliable?

• Are there other facts or opinions that I need to know about this topic?

• How can I use this information to make better decisions?

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How can watching or reading the news help you make informed decisions?

• By providing information on a variety of subjects

• By helping you learn English

• By entertaining you

• By promoting political agendas

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What will you learn in unit one of the course?

• The history of journalism and the principles of journalism

• The difference between simple past and past progressive

• How to express an opinion, agree, or disagree

• How to use new technology to keep the city safe

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Why is the news a great tool for language learning?

• Because it provides stories on a variety of subjects

• Because it can be accessed from your phone

• Because it helps you make informed decisions

• Because it promotes political agendas