This is a documentary transcript, the topic of which is the Amazon rainforest: a natural treasure. It introduces the basic information about the Amazon rainforest, as well as the rich plant biodiversity and animal diversity in the area. Students will also get to know its importance to the whole world and the dangers facing the rainforest nowadays.
Why
By reading the documentary transcript, students will know the significant role the Amazon rainforest plays in maintaining the fine balance of the Earth’s ecosystem. In the second period, students will read another transcript, whose topic is deforestation. After reading the two materials, students will know more about the serious problems facing nature and it is time for them to raise awareness of environmental protection.
How
The documentary transcript is in the form of an exposition, which is clearly and logically organized. So it is necessary for the students to understand the features of an expository text. Several methods of developing an exposition are used in the script. For example, students will be guided to learn how to make comparisons.
