2012高中英语课时讲练通配套课件 Unit4《Making the news》Period 1 新人教版必修5.pptVIP

* * Ⅰ. Pre-reading 1. Radio, television, magazines, newspapers and computer are known as the mass media(大众传播媒体). We can get information or news we need through them. All information and news are made by journalists , who are called “uncrowned king (无冕之王)”. 2. Do you want to be a journalist? Why? Yes, I do. Because as a journalist I can report many things which happened/is happening all over the world in time so that others can know these/those quickly. In my opinion, it’s a great job. No, I don’t. As you know, the journalist is very busy. If I were a journalist, I may have less time to accompany my family. Sometimes, it’s even not safe for them to report something. 3. Supposing you are the judge who has right to decide whether a journalist is excellent or not, what are the qualities an excellent journalist should be with? In my opinion, an excellent journalist should have higher level of education, rich work experience, good communication skills, curious and active personality, enthusiasm for the job and so on. Of course, hard-working spirit is also important. Ⅱ. Read the text quickly and choose the best answers. 1. What does the reading passage mainly talk about? A. The skills necessary to become a good reporter B. The skills necessary to become a good photographer C. How to conduct a good interview D. A and C 2. Why did Zhou Yang think his first work assignment was unforgettable? A. Because it was his first day at work. B. Because he was given a chance to meet his new boss. C. Because he was given some advice of great help. D. Because his ability made a strong impression on his new boss. 3. When can a new reporter cover a story by himself? A. Never can a new reporter cover a story by himself. B. Only after he has seen what an experienced reporter does. C. Not until he is old enough. D. Only when he takes a camera with him. 4. The footballer was thought to be guilty because_____. A. he usually told lies B. he stop