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Lesson 10: Citizens Rally for Pro-Democracy Movement Amid Controversy

LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐

controversy

/KON-truh-ver-see/

- A disagreement, often public, about a topic.

The controversy over climate change continues to grow.

demonstration

/dem-uhn-STRAY-shun/

- A public gathering to express opinions about an issue.

There was a large demonstration against the new law.

dove

/duhv/

- A person who advocates for peace rather than conflict.

The politician is considered a dove for promoting dialogue over war.

lobby

/LOB-ee/

- To attempt to influence political decisions or legislation.

Environmental groups lobby for stricter regulations on pollution.

objection

/uhb-JEK-shun/

- An expression of disapproval or opposition.

She raised an objection to the proposed changes in the law.

platform

/PLAT-form/

- The principles and policies of a political party or candidate.

The candidate’s platform includes healthcare reform and education improvement.

pledge

/plehj/

- A serious promise.

The senator made a pledge to support pro-democracy movements.

poll

/pohl/

- A survey of public opinion.

Recent polls show that most people favor stricter gun control laws.

principle

/PRIN-suh-puhl/

- A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief.

She stood by her principles even when they were challenged.

pro-democracy movement

/proh-duh-MOK-ruh-see MOOV-muhnt/

- A political movement advocating for democracy and political freedom.

The pro-democracy movement gained momentum in the last election.

pros and cons

/prohz and konz/

- The advantages and disadvantages of something.

Let’s discuss the pros and cons of the new policy.

race

/reys/

- A competition between candidates for political office.

The race for mayor has become highly competitive.

rally

/RAL-ee/

- A gathering of people for a common purpose, often for a political cause.

They organized a rally to support environmental protection.

recall

/ree-KAWL/

- A procedure to remove an elected official from office.

The citizens initiated a recall of the governor after the scandal.

say

/sey/

- To express in words.

The senator had much to say about the new legislation.

supremacy

/soo-PREM-uh-see/

- The state of being supreme or in control.

The debate on racial supremacy is still ongoing in many countries.

LET'S LISTEN! 🎧

Direction: Listen to the news and answer the comprehension questions below.



Lesson 10

COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS

1.What is the main focus of the pro-democracy movement?

2. What do polls indicate about public opinion regarding the movement?

3.How do the opponents view the demonstrations?

LET'S PRACTICE 🎬

SITUATION

Imagine you are a journalist covering a rally for the pro-democracy movement.


TASKS

1. Describe the atmosphere at the rally.


2. Interview a participant about their views on the importance of the movement.


3. Write a short news report based on your observations using at least five vocabulary words from the lesson.

LET'S DISCUSS

  1. How do you think social media influences public opinion on political issues?
  2. What are some ways citizens can participate in democracy beyond voting?
  3. Discuss a time when you had to consider the pros and cons of a decision. What factors did you consider?
  4. How important is it for citizens to express their objections to government policies?