UNIT 10: THEY’VE FOUND A FOSSIL

PREVIEW

A. Listen to the news. Number the pictures in the order you can hear them (1 - 4).

Answer:

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B. Listen again. Match the places with the statements.

Answer:

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C. Work with a partner. Look at the bold words in B. Do you know what are they? Which story in B are you most interested in?

Answer:

Giant dinosaur: The term "giant dinosaur" is a general descriptor that refers to any dinosaur species that were exceptionally large in size, weight, or length.

Early human: Early humans, also known as hominins, are a group of primates that belong to the family Hominidae and include all species that are more closely related to modern humans than to chimpanzees and other great apes. Early humans first appeared around 6-7 million years ago, and over time, they evolved and developed different physical and behavioral characteristics.

Pharaoh: Pharaoh is a term used to refer to the rulers of ancient Egypt who held both political and religious power during the time of the pharaonic civilization.

Huge crocodile: There have been many large crocodile species throughout history, but the one that is commonly regarded as the largest living crocodile species today is the saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus). These reptiles are found in the coastal areas of Southeast Asia and Australia, and can grow up to 23 feet (7 meters) in length and weigh up to 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg).

LANGUAGE FOCUS

A. Listen and read. Then repeat the conversation and replace the words in blue.

Answer:

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B. Practice with a partner. Replace any words to make your own conversation.

Answer:

1. Have you been to the natural history museum recently?

No, I haven’t been there “for a long time”. Why?

2. There’s a new dinosaur exhibit there. “I’ve been there two times” and I’ve learned a lot.

Oh, like what?

3. Well, they have a dinosaur called a Stegosaurus. It’s “fascinating”.

A Stigosaurus? You mean there’s a dinosaur named after me?

4. No, Stig. It’s a Stegosaurus. Anyway, it’s brain was only the size of “a golfball”!

Oh, that’s not what I imagined!

C. Complete the sentences. Write "for" or "since".

1. I've been part of the fossil research team _________ three months.

2. Jason hasn‘t written any research articles _________ he became a professor.

3. Penny has been a member of the Science Club _________ two years.

4. The museum has had the skeleton on display ___________1998.

5. Archeologists have known about the footprints in the cave __________ six months.

6. Researchers haven't discovered any fossils in the area __________ last year.

Answer:

1. for

2. since

3. for

4. since

5. for

6. since

D. Complete the conversations with the correct form of the verbs. Then listen and check your answers.

1. Quinn: (1) __________ you __________ (watch) the news last night?

Michael: No, why?

Quinn: There (2) ___________ (be) a cool story about fossils. In the past few weeks, some schoolchildren (3) ___________ (found) some interesting-looking rocks. They (4) _________ (give) them to some scientists. It turns out they were dinosaur fossils! The scientists (5) _____________ (not come across) anything else since then, but they are still looking.

2. Jake: Hi, sorry I'm late. How long (6) ____________ you _____________ (be) here?

Fumiko: It’s OK. I just got here two minutes ago. So, what movie do you want to see?

Jake: How about that one? It's about aliens who come to Earth and live as humans.

Fumiko: Um, you know, in the past few months I (7) _____________ (see) three science fiction movies. Can we watch something else?

Jake: I(8) _______ (see) the other movies last week. Let’s try somewhere else.

Answer:

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E. Work with a partner. Student A: Turn to page 136. Student B: Turn to page 138. Ask and answer questions to complete the missing information.

Student A: You and Student B have the same information, but some parts are missing. Ask and answer questions to complete the missing information.

Dawn Tyson has lived (1) ___________ (where?) for over 50 years. Dawn has had a quiet life. She got married (2) ___________ (when?). She has worked at thee supermarket since 2002. On the night of August 4, she heard (3) __________ (what?) outside. She went outside to investigate. She saw a large hole in her backyard. A large reddish rock was in the hole. She called (4) ____________ (who?). They showed the rock to some scientists. They said a meteorite landed in Dawn's yard. A meteorite is worth a lot of money. The local museum paid $75,000 for Dawn's rock.

Student B: You and Student A have the same information, but some parts are missing. Ask and answer questions to complete the missing information.

Dawn Tyson has lived in Dayton for over 50 years. Dawn has had a(1) _________ (what kind of?) life. She got married at age 24. She has worked (2) __________ (where?) since 2002. On the night of August 4, she heard a loud noise outside. She went outside to investigate. She saw (3) ___________ (what?) in her’backyard. A large reddish rock was in the hole. She called the police. They showed the rock to (4) ____________ (who?). They said a meteorite landed in Dawn's yard. A meteorite is worth a lot of money. The local museum paid $75,000 for Dawn's rock.

Answer:

Student A:

1. Where has Dawn Tyson lived for over 50 years?

Dawn Tyson has lived in Dayton for over 50 years.

2. When did Dawn get married?

Dawn got married at an unknown time.

3. What did Dawn hear outside on the night of August 4?

Dawn heard a loud noise outside on the night of August 4.

4. Who did Dawn call after seeing the rock in her backyard?

Dawn called an unknown person after seeing the rock in her backyard.

5. What did the scientists say about the rock?

The scientists said that a meteorite landed in Dawn's yard and it is worth a lot of money. The local museum paid $75,000 for Dawn's rock.

Student B:

1. What kind of life has Dawn Tyson had?

It is unknown what kind of life Dawn Tyson has had.

2. Where has Dawn worked since 2002?

Dawn has worked at a supermarket since 2002.

3. What did Dawn see in her backyard on the night of August 4?

Dawn saw a large hole in her backyard, and a large reddish rock was in the hole.

4. Who did Dawn call after seeing the rock in her backyard?

Dawn called the police after seeing the rock in her backyard.

5. What did the scientists say about the rock?

The scientists said that a meteorite landed in Dawn's yard and it is worth a lot of money. The local museum paid $75,000 for Dawn's rock.

THE REAL WORLD

A. Listen. Write the year each dinosaur was discovered in the note below.

Answer:

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B. Listen again. Complete the notes.

Answer:

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PRONUNCIATION

DO YOU KNOW?

What does the Latin word dinosaur mean in English?

a. big lizard

b. noisy lizard

c. terrible lizard

Answer:

c. terrible lizard

A. Listen and repeat.

1. pronounce 3. tablet 5. stuff

2. program 4. black 6. student

Answer:

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B. Listen. Circle the sounds you hear.

1. /f/ /v/

2. /f/ /v/

3. /f/ /v/

4. /f/ /v/

5. /f/ /v/

6. /f/ /v/

Answer:

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C. Work with a partner. Take turns to read the words below.

1. find

2. victory

3. several

4. cliff

5. alive

6. identify

Answer:

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COMMUNICATION

A. Hold a news conference. Complete one of these headlines, or make up your own. Prepare to give a short news conference to report the details of your story. Organize your idea by talking notes below.

Frightened Campers See ____________ in Forest.

Students Discover Teacher is a(n) ____________

Girl Finds _____________ in Backyard

Scientists Come Across Frozen ____________

Answer:

Headline: Frightened Campers See Bigfoot in Forest

Who is the story about?

The story is about a group of campers who claimed to have seen Bigfoot in the forest.

What happened?

According to the campers, they were on a camping trip and heard strange noises in the middle of the night. They then saw a tall, hairy creature that they believe was Bigfoot. The creature reportedly walked on two legs, had long arms, and emitted a strong odor.

Where did it happen?

The sighting reportedly occurred in a remote forested area, and the exact location is being kept confidential to prevent overcrowding by curious onlookers.

When did it happen?

The sighting reportedly occurred a week ago, and the campers reported the sighting to local authorities as soon as they returned from their trip.

Why is the event important?

Bigfoot has been a subject of fascination and controversy for decades, and this sighting adds to the growing body of evidence that suggests Bigfoot may indeed exist. The event has sparked renewed interest in Bigfoot among the public and may lead to further investigations into the creature's existence.

How does this story affect people?

The sighting has generated a lot of excitement and curiosity among people who are interested in Bigfoot and the paranormal. It may also lead to increased tourism to the area where the sighting occurred, which could be beneficial to the local economy. Additionally, it may encourage further scientific research into the existence of Bigfoot, which could have implications for our understanding of the natural world.

B. Take turns reporting your stories. The rest of the students are journalists. Answer any questions they ask.

Answer:

A girl recently found a fossil of a strange creature in her backyard.

The girl was digging a bole in her sandbox when she found the fossil. She took it to her parents, who then contacted a local museum to identify the fossil. Scientists from the museum confirmed that the fossil belonged to a previously unknown species of dinosaur, and they are currently working on further analyzing the discovery.

Journalist: Can you provide any more information about the dinosaur fossil? What does it look like? Is there a name for the new species yet?

Answer: Unfortunately, we don't have any more information on the dinosaur fossil at this time. The museum scientists are still analyzing the discovery, and they have not yet released any details about the dinosaur's appearance or the proposed name for the new species. We will provide updates as soon as more information becomes available.

READING

A. Discuss. Look at the title. What do you think it means?

DINOSAURS ALIVE!

In all Jurassic Park movies, dinosaurs are the real stars of the show. But dinosaurs haven't lived on our planet for the last 65 million years. So how do filmmakers bring them to life? They ask paleontologists—or fossil experts—for help.

Paleontologist Tyler Lyson says the best way to learn about dinosaurs is to look at fossils. Fossils and footprints help scientists understand how dinosaurs looked, moved, and lived. Still, they do not know how dinosaurs hunted and what they ate.

Filmmakers use fossils and other research from paleontologists to build dinosaurs for their movies. But they have to use their imaginations, too, because the animal's skin usually disappeared from the fossil. The dinosaur builders have to ask many questions about the dinosaur’s appearance—for example, did it have feathers? A tail? Stripes?

To bring dinosaurs to life, dinosaur builders first make a robot model of the animal. Then they can make the model turn, move, and even roar! After that, the builders scan pictures of these robot dinosaurs and use computers to animate them.

All this work helps filmmakers create dinosaurs that are more realistic than ever.

Answer:

The title "DINOSAURS ALIVE!" seems to suggest that the article is about how filmmakers bring dinosaurs to life in movies. The article explores how paleontologists and dinosaur builders work together to create realistic depictions of dinosaurs on screen. The article also highlights the importance of fossils and research in understanding how dinosaurs looked and lived, and how computer animation is used to bring these creatures to life in movies.

B. Skim the text. Choose a different title.

a. Dinosaur Hunters

b. Tyler Lyson’s Discoveries

c. Dinosaurs and the Movies

Answer:

c. Dinosaurs and the Movies

C. Read the text. Underline words that describe body parts.

Answer:

Words that describe body parts in the text include: Skin, Feathers, Tail.

COMPREHENSION

IDIOM

If something is a “dinosaur”, it’s ____.

a. lost forever

b. difficult to understand

c. very old

Answer:

c. very old

A. Answer the questions about Dinosaurs Alive!

1. Which statement is NOT true about fossils?

a. Fossils can tell us how dinosaurs lived.

b. Scientists don’t know the way dinosaurs hunted through fossils.

c. Filmmakers dig for different types of fossils.

2. In line 3, what does “them” refer to?

a. fossils

b. dinosaurs

c. robots

3. What do scientists NOT know for certain about dinosaurs?

a. how big they were

b. when they lived on Earth

c. how they hunted

4. What is the main idea of the third paragraph?

a. Filmmakers use research and their imaginations to build dinosaurs.

b. Fossils aren't always complete.

c. Paleontologists don't know what color dinosaurs were.

5. What is another word for “animate”? (line 18)

a. move

b. use

c. scan

Answer:

1. b

2. a

3. c

4. a

5. a

B. Complete the definitions.

expert paleontologist stripe roar

1. A(n) ___________ studies fossils and dinosaur bones.

2. A(n) ___________ knows a subject very well.

3. A(n) ___________ is a kind of pattern.

4. When animals ____________, they make a lot of noise.

Answer:

1. paleontologist

2. expert

3. stripe

3. roar

C. CRITICAL THINKING. Talk with a partner. Do you think the dinosaurs in movies look realistic? What else have animators used computers for?

Answer:

Student A: Hey, have you ever wondered if the dinosaurs in movies look realistic?

Student B: Absolutely! It's always fascinating to see how animators bring these prehistoric creatures to life on the big screen. While they do their best to make them look realistic, I think there's a fine line between accuracy and artistic interpretation. What do you think?

Student A: I agree, it's definitely a balance between scientific accuracy and creating an entertaining visual experience. Some movies have done a great job with their dinosaur animations, using advanced computer-generated imagery (CGI) to make them look incredibly lifelike. However, there are instances where the dinosaurs may appear too exaggerated or overly dramatic for storytelling purposes.

Student B: That's true. I think it's important to remember that movies often take creative liberties to make the dinosaurs more visually appealing or to fit the narrative. After all, they are trying to entertain audiences rather than create a scientific documentary. But it's still impressive how far technology has come in making these creatures seem believable.

Student A: Absolutely. It's not just dinosaurs either. Animators have used computers for a wide range of purposes in filmmaking. They can create stunning visual effects, like realistic explosions, breathtaking landscapes, or even fantastical creatures that don't exist in the real world. Computers have revolutionized the film industry, enabling filmmakers to bring their imaginative visions to life in ways that were once unimaginable.

Student B: Definitely! Computers have opened up endless possibilities for filmmakers to push the boundaries of storytelling and visual effects. From creating entire virtual worlds to enhancing practical effects, the use of computers has become an integral part of modern filmmaking. It's remarkable to see how technology continues to advance and shape the way movies are made.

Student A: Absolutely, the advancements in computer graphics have truly transformed the way we experience movies. It's exciting to think about what the future holds for CGI and how it will continue to enhance our cinematic experiences, whether it's with dinosaurs or any other aspect of filmmaking.

PROJECT

Work with a partner. Make a report about a dinosaur.

Instructions:

• You should work with a classmate on this project.
• Choose a dinosaur and research it (size, weight, when and where the dinosaur lived, diet, etc.).
• Discuss your ideas with your partner and decide on the most important pieces of information.
• Write a report about the dinosaur. You should find or draw a picture of it.
• In the next class, share your report with the class.

Answer:

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WRITING

1. Unscramble the words to make sentences.

a. have / year / from / for / been / a / away / home / we

b. dinosaur / I / been / new / have / to / the / exhibit / twice

c. part / Jason / team / our / three / for / of / been / has / weeks

d. studied / week / since / hasn't / her / last / for / she / test

e. place / to / choose / your / team / decided / have / party / we / for / the

Answer:

a. We have been away from home for a year.

b. I have been to the new dinosaur exhibit twice.

c. Jason has been part of our team for three weeks.

d. She hasn't studied for her test since last week.

e. We have decided to choose a place for the party for your team.

2. Read the notice below and answer the questions.

PERFORMANCE FOR HUNG KINGS’ ANNIVERSARY CAMP

To all students of class 8A1:

On the occasion of the Hung Kings’ Anniversary (April 10*), the school has recently decided to orgamze a camp for all students, from April 8 to 10. Each class must contribute a singing / dancing / play performance to the event. A group of our classmates has prepared for a singing performance. We will have a class meeting to give feedback on their performance this Thursday, after math class. Please make sure you attend.

Anh Thu

Class monitor

a. Who is this notice for?

b. What will happen from April 8 to 10?

c. What must each class do for the event?

d. What will the class do this Thursday?

Answer:

a. The notice is for all students of class 8A1.

b. There will be a camp for all students.

c. Each class must contribute a singing/dancing/play performance to the event.

d. The class will have a meeting to give feedback on the singing performance that a group of classmates has prepared for.

3. Imagine you are the class monitor. Write a short notice about a school or class event. Write 80-100 words on a separate sheet of paper. Use the sample in 2 to help you.

Answer:

Notice

To all students of class 9A1,

I am pleased to inform you that our class will be organizing a charity event to raise funds for underprivileged children. The event will be held on Friday, May 7th, from 2 PM to 5 PM in the school hall.

As part of the event, we will have various activities such as a bake sale, a photo booth, and a quiz competition. Each group is expected to participate and contribute to the event.

We will have a meeting to discuss the details of the event on Wednesday, May 5th, after the morning assembly. Please make sure you attend and come prepared with your ideas.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Nhung

Class Monitor