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Lesson 5: Reading & Writing INTERESTS

Part 1

Read the newspaper article below.

Friday Night Concerts
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Summer is almost here, and that means the start of the Friday Night Concerts in
the Park series. Every Friday through August, you can hear a different group-for
free. This year is the 21st year of the series, and the concerts are always popular.
• May 3 Smooth sounds with horns and piano.
• May 10 Beware! This band will get your heart pumping.
• May 17 An orchestra that people of all ages love.
• May 24 play your way through an evening of fun.
• May 31 This concert may not be for everyone. Loud, with a good beat.
All concerts start at 8 p.m. For more information and other schedules, contact
Concerts in the Park at 308-712-9645 or ConcertslnPark.org.
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Match the type of music to the date.

1. May3 a. classical

2. May 10 b. techno
3. May 17 c. heavy music
4. May24 d. pop

5. May 31 e. trance

PAIR WORK Discuss the questions.
1. What important information is missing from the newspaper article?
2. Which concerts are you interested in going to?
3. What kinds of people probably go to free concerts in the park?
4. What are some good and bad things about free concerts in the park?

Part2

W r ite a newspaper article about an event taking place in your town.

Part3

Share your event with a partner. Ask if they will attend and why.