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课件网) 选择性必修一 Unit 3 Conservation (6) A “For” and “Against” Essay Writing Workshop Learning Targets In today’s lesson, we will 1. read and talk about a “for” and “against” essay about factory farming; 2. analyze the structure and language of a “for” and “against” essay; 3. write a “for” and “against” essay. What's in a “for” and “against” essay in favor of; in agreement with in disagreement with Two sides to an argument Author’s opinions Get Ready for Writing Discuss the two topics and complete the information in the table. Statements “For” “Against” “Your opinion” We should only have organic farming. We should not use animal products for food or clothing. Get Ready for Writing What is organic farming numerous ecological benefits higher quality and nutritional value higher food costs Statement: We should only have organic farming. “For”: Because there are no chemicals used in the process of organic farming, food produced by organic farming is of higher quality and more nutritious than food we usually see on the market. “Against”: Organic foods are often higher in cost, and many families simply cannot afford the cost. “Your opinion”: We should encourage organic farming although we would have to pay more. Statement: We should not use animal products for food or clothing. “For”: Killing animals simply for food and clothing is cruel. “Against”: Animal products can make people warm and make clothes more beautiful. “Your opinion”: Animals are creatures in the nature, and just like our human beings, they have the rights to be protected. What do you know about factory farming mass production of meat or eggs food at lower costs rely heavily on chemicals Read the essay quickly for the main idea. What is the main topic of the essay The pros and cons of factory farming. Read for Writing Read the essay again and answer the questions. What are the main arguments and supporting details used “for” and “against” factory farming “For”: Apart from being a lot cheaper than organic farming, it provides more food for a world population that has already reached seven billion. “Against”: Opponents of factory farming say that it is cruel to the animals. a person who disagrees with sth. and speaks against it Read for Writing Read the essay again and answer the questions. What is the writer’s opinion about factory farming We should try to reduce this kind of farming, although we should have to pay more for our eggs and meat. Read for Writing Read the essay again and match the functions to each paragraph. Para. 1 Para. 3 Para. 2 Para. 4 a. conclusion (your opinion) b. arguments against the topic c. introduction to the topic d. arguments for the topic c d b a Focus on Structure and Language Sentence Builder—Linking Expressions According to an institute, “74% of the world’s poultry are produced in this way.” Moreover, factory-farmed animals suffer from fewer di ... ...
