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Pre-reading questions:
- What platform do you usually use to be informed of current events?
- What time do you usually watch/check daily news?
Vocabulary:
- broadcaster /BRAWD-kas-ter/
- network /NET-wurk/
- thrilled /thrild/
- freedom /FREE-duhm/
- run /ruhn/
[noun] – someone whose job is to speak on radio or television programs
His dream job is to become a broadcaster for CNN.
[noun] – a large system consisting of many similar parts that are connected together to allow movement or communication between or along the parts, or between the parts and a control center
ABS-CBN and GMA are two of the largest television networks in the Philippines.
[adjecctive] – extremely happy about something
I’m thrilled to see BTS perform live tonight!
[noun] – the condition or right of being able or allowed to do, say, think, etc. whatever you want to, without being controlled or limited
Freedom of speech is every citizen’s right.
[noun] – the period during which a play/program is performed/aired
The TV series had an amazing 20-year run.
Article reading:
Wallace will host a show for the streaming service CNN+, which will launch in early 2022. “I am thrilled to join CNN+,” Wallace said in a statement. “After decades in broadcast and cable news, I am excited to explore the world of streaming. I look forward to the new freedom and flexibility streaming affords in interviewing major figures across the news landscape — and finding new ways to tell stories.” Meanwhile, members of the Fox News staff are saddened by Wallace’s exit. “Sad to see Chris go — he’s had an amazing run at ‘Fox News Sunday,'” chief political anchor Bret Baier wrote said on Twitter. With Wallace’s departure, Fox is set to switch hosts on “Fox News Sunday” until a permanent one is chosen.
Comprehension questions
- What is the first name of the former Fox News anchor mentioned in the article?
- On what Fox News program did he host for 18 years?
- To what news network is he transferring?
- According to Wallace, what is he excited about his transfer to this network?
- What is Fox News’ plan before finding a replacement for Wallace?
Discussion questions
- Which TV news programs do you usually watch?
- Could you name a news anchor in your country and share something about him/her?
- If you were to become a broadcaster, at which international TV network would you be working and why?
- Do you trust the information you get from the news?
- Which kind of news (TV, radio, newspaper, internet) is the best for you? Why?