Radio (Slated and debated). Reading

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The topic of our lesson is 'Radio'

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One of the most wonderful discoveries made by man is radio. It is the wireless transmission of signals or sounds through free space. By all means, it is something worth using.

Many famous scientists have worked on the radio creation, including Nicola Tesla and Thomas Edison. However, the first radio receiver was introduced by Russian physicist Alexander Popov in 1895. Since its appearance, radio has been used for various purposes. Its early uses include sending telegraphic messages with the help of Morse code. It was also used during the wars for sending diplomatic and confidential messages.

Before the advent of television, radio was used for broadcasting not only news and music, but dramas, comedies and other shows. From late 1920s till mid 1950s radio was the only means of mass media that used sound.

Today, we use radio mainly for listening to music and the daily news. People who drive cars listen to it to get information about the road traffic.

Radio is also one of the most powerful means of media. That’s why many large and small businesses advertise on radio nowadays. The thing I enjoy about radio is its entertaining power. There are many funny jokes, personal horoscopes, interactive games and interesting talk shows on the air.

Make a plan for the text from the task above. 4-5 points.

Do exercise 4 (p.81) orally.