Listen-this-way6-unit-8.doc

Unit 8Part II A.Notes Commentary 1 Cup Final/winger / up front/ defence /goal/ free kick/ penaltyCommentary 2Set/serve/court/umpire/both playersCommentary 3Ball/midfield/pass/go loose/take across field/defending players/shoot/for goal/goal keeper/one-nothing/half timeCommentary 4Finalists/starting blocks/off /lane/move through water/half-way mark/first lapCommentary1: footballCommentary2: tennisCommentary 3: footballCommentary4: swimming B. 1.Be a sportSport: TennisChanges: (1) the odd regulation or two (Every once in a while, one or two regulations are changed. (2) the desire to win is more and more evident(3) the pressure and the prize money have increased(4) standards of behavior have declined (5) a growing tendency to challenge the umpires decisions 2. Discussion point: Do we need professional sportspeople at all? ForAgainst(1) kids dream of becoming big sports stars(2) kids couldnt live without their idols(3) outside chance of fame and fortune(1) thousands dont make the grade; thrown back into routine: disenchanted(2) schools facilities falling(3) divorce between professional sports player and community(4) money could be better spent on more access to recreational facilities for ordinary people: sport for all C. 1. Extract one: (Jo) : squash Extract two (Britain): footballExtract three (Stephanie): skiing2. needs a lot of energy squashis exciting footballcan be dangerous skiingis very popular at the moment squashis fast skiingrequires skill football/skiingcan you not play for a long time because its tiring squahis expensive skiing 3.a). When did these people begin playing their sport? b) Do they still play now (yes or no)?c) Write down exactly what they say about the length of time they have played their sport. JoBrianStephanieSince she was at school/quite youngFor nearly forty years/ever since he was a little kidSince she can remember.YesYesYesJo: Ive been playing it since I was at school since I was quite young.Brian: Ive been playing for nearly forty years, ever since I was a little kid.Stephanie: Ive been doing it every winter holiday since I can remember D. (1) How did Marieanne begin playing football? When she was small, she saw her uncle, brother and dad play football in front of the house, and took an interest from there.(2) Why did Marieanne continued playing football? She enjoyed it and was good at it.(3) How old was Marieanne when she first started playing in team?She was 10 when she started to play 5-a-side, and she was 13 when she started to play 11-a-side.(4) What was the problem that Marieanne faced while at school? She played with boys in the playground, but she was not allowed to join their school team.(5) Which clubs have Marieanne played for? Oakway, BOC Malden, Friends of Fullham.2. Difference between womens football in Britain and the game in other countries:In Scandinavian countries, Italy and Germany: Football is a way of life.Womens game is very accepted In Britain: Girls are not allowed to join school team.Difference between crowds in Britain and crowds in other countries:In Germany: Crowds of 10000 or 11000,make a lot of noise.In Britain: Crowds of 2500, very quitet.In Scandinavian countries: A way of life, centered around football.Difference between the womens game and the mens game:Womens gameMens gameSpeedSlowerQuickerStrengthA skillful gameA physical gameFairnessFairer, more sportingLessE. Check the main idea of the passage. _ (1) Adam Keller is the manager of Climb Time. _(2) Indoor climbing is a safe way to get exercise and have fun. _(3) Indoor climbing is safer than riding a bike. Check all the topics discussed in the passage. _ (1) The safety of indoor climbing _ (2) How to get to climb Time_(3) What beginners and experienced climbers can do at Climb Time _ (4) How much it costs to climb at Climb Time_ (5) Why people go to Climb Time_ (6) Where to go outdoor rock climbing in Indiana2. a. T b. F c. F d. F e. F 1. Many people who come to Climb Time do not have rock climbing experience. 2. Indoor climbing is a very dangerous activity.3. There are many accidents at Climb Time.4. Only young people can climb at a place like Climb Time.5. It is very expensive to spend the day at Climb Time.Main ideaSupporting detailsPeople of all ages can climb at a place like Climb TimeAverage age 14-30/older man 70 Indoor climbing may look dangerous, but it really is a safe activity.Safer than bike riding/ very careful/no accidentsPeople who come to the gym have two choices.Beginners 10 feet/experienced 25 feetIndoor climbing is an inexpensive way to spend a day.$10 all day/ $3 shoes equipment/price of two moviesIndependence ListeningKey Words and Phrases Problems facing child athletes:Skilled in one sports/early age/extreme training/concerns safet