Séquence 2: Guns in America

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Guns in America

Art and power: USA Gun Culture and influence

Guns in America

Do you recognize these fairytales ?

Let's React

-What is the main issue tackled in the video

-Do Both interviewees agree on the purpose of this rewriting ? pick out their arguments

-What do you think about the arguments put forward in the video ?

Exprimer son opinion/ Argumenter

Exprimer son accord

Exprimer son désaccord

-I think that… -In my opinion… -On the one hand…,but on the other hand…… -What I mean is… -I consider that … -I must admit that … -According to...

-I disagree with... -I beg to differ with… -I do not share his/her point of view -What he/she said about… is absolutely false/ludicrous/scary/ ridiculous/appalling…

-I agree with -I see eye to eye with… -I share his/her point of view -What he/she said about… is absolutely true/correct/spot on...

NRA's Fairy Tales and Guns

The Independent is a British liberal newspaper that published its last printed edition in March 2016, Which is the date of this article. It has since then become an online-only newspaper

NRA's author Amelia Hamilton declares: "It's about educating children about weaons safety"

-What is the main issue topic of the article

-Identify the two sides cited and pick out theit main arguments

-According to both sides, why were these fairy tales rewritten ?

Is a Tale Powerful enough to seduce children ?

Write down and explain their main point, what's their argument ?

Pass your cards and classify the different arguments in your board

Compare it with your own opinion

Arguments

Anti Gun Control

Pro Gun Control

Le Gérondif

Comment ça se contruit ?

A quoi ça sert ?

Who is Wayne LaPierre and why did he resigned ? What legal action was taken against the NRA and Wayne LaPierre? What's the impact of LaPierre's lawsuit on the reputation of the NRA? Why do you think Wayne LaPierre cited health reasons for his resignation? Can you think of an another example similar to LaPierre's Trial and its impact ?

Guns in America : Final Task

"Should gun control be mandatory ?"

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Anti Gun Control

Pro Gun Control

Guns in America : Final Task

In groups of 4: Prepare a 2 vs 2 debate (2 pro gun control vs 2 anti gun control) You must confront your opponent and help your colleague. You entire presentation must be 5-6 min Your debate must include: -Some typical expression to voice your opinions -Gerondif + Concordance -Sources from scandals and press (LaPierre...) -Valid arguments (no curse words/violence!)

Guns in America : Final Task

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