Read the following expressions and their definitions.
- go beyond national disasters: include more than national disasters
- A is the social media equivalent of B: doing A on social media is similar to doing B in another context
- to be out of touch with other countries: not aware of what is going on in other countries
Read the assignment before watching the video. Take notes to help you do the assignment.
- Name the main news items brought to you in this update.
- Make separate notes for each item.
- Write a fitting headline for each item.
- What is Lunapic?
- Why is Facebook criticized? Name two issues.
- Do you agree with the critical voices against Facebook? Explain your answer.
- Explain the pros and cons of Google’s latest free offer.
Extra speaking assignment
- Watch the video once more.
- Focus on the explanation of how “Safety Check” and how “Lunapic” works.
- Work with a classmate. Repeat the explanation of one of these apps in your own words.
