Topic 22 · Media

Media. Part 1: Types of media.

the media

a TV channel

a program

a show

an article

a headline

a reporter

a journalist

an interview

a viewer

a listener

a reader

a public service announcement

a documentary

Useful phrases.

I usually get my news online.

This article is about a local event.

My parents still listen to the radio every morning.

Media. Part 2: News and current events.

current events

a news report

a source

a fact

an opinion

to report

to inform

to publish

to announce

breaking news

a live broadcast

reliable

trustworthy

biased

Useful phrases.

Did you hear the latest news?

According to this report, the weather will change tomorrow.

I prefer sources that explain where their information comes from.

Media. Part 3: The Internet and social media.

the Internet

a social media platform

an account

a post

a comment

to share

to follow

a follower

a profile

to upload

download

a link

a podcast

a video clip

Useful phrases.

I follow several educational accounts on social media.

Could you send me the link to that video?

She uploaded photos from her vacation.

Media. Part 4: Advertising and entertainment.

an advertisement

an ad

a commercial

a brand

a product

a target group

a consumer

to promote

to influence

entertainment

a series

a review

to recommend

to subscribe

Useful phrases.

This advertisement is aimed at young people.

I usually read reviews before I watch a movie.

The series was entertaining, but the ending was disappointing.

Media. Part 5: Critical and safe media use.

fake news

misinformation

to check information

to compare sources

a password

privacy

personal information

to protect

an online scam

suspicious

to report a problem

screen time

to take a break

responsible use

Useful phrases.

I always check more than one source before I share a story.

Do not share your password with other people.

This message looks suspicious, so I will not click on the link.

It is healthy to take a break from screens.