Giáo án Tiếng Anh 12 (Reading) - Tuần 31, Chuyên đề 2: Family life - Năm học 2024-2025

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1. Preparing date: January 5, 2025 Period 108 CĐ 2 – READING – FAMILY LIFE I. OBJECTIVES By the end of this lesson, students will be able to gain: 1. Knowledge - Revision about family life vocabulary and collocations - Reading comprehension on family life 2. Core competence - Develop communication skills and awareness of family life and the role of family memembers - Be collaborative and supportive in pair work and teamwork - Actively join in class activities 3. Personal qualities - Develop a sense of enjoying music and awareness of family life and the role of family memembers - Be responsible for the community II. MATERIALS - Computer connected to the Internet - Projector/ TV/ pictures and cards - Practice paper III. CONTENT Students do exercises and then teacher checks as a class in details. Reading 1: The rise of nuclear families In recent decades, the structure of the family unit has undergone significant transformation, with a notable shift towards nuclear families. A nuclear family typically consists of two parents and their children, living independently from extended family members. This evolution in family dynamics is largely attributed to various social, economic, and cultural factors. Historically, extended families, which include grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, were the norm in many cultures. Such arrangements provided support systems, shared resources, and a sense of community. However, the late 20th century witnessed a gradual decline in these traditional structures, as urbanization and industrialization prompted families to relocate to cities in search of better job opportunities. As a result, many families found themselves living far from their extended relatives, leading to the emergence of the nuclear family as the primary household type. Economic changes have also played a crucial role in this shift. With both parents often needing to work to maintain financial stability, the nuclear family model offers a more manageable lifestyle. This setup allows parents to focus on their careers while ensuring that their children receive the attention and care they need within a smaller, more intimate family environment. Moreover, the rise of technology and modern communication methods has further facilitated this trend by making it easier for nuclear families to maintain connections with distant relatives. Culturally, changing societal norms and values have contributed to the rise of nuclear families. Increasing acceptance of diverse family structures, including single-parent households and cohabiting couples, has broadened the definition of family. The emphasis on individualism and personal choice has led many to prioritize their immediate family’s needs over extended familial obligations. This shift reflects a growing belief that a smaller family unit can provide a nurturing environment conducive to children’s development. The rise of nuclear families has brought both advantages and challenges. On one hand, nuclear families often enjoy greater autonomy and flexibility in their lifestyles, allowing for more personalized parenting approaches. On the other hand, the absence of extended family support can lead to feelings of isolation and stress, particularly for parents navigating the challenges of raising children alone. In conclusion, the rise of nuclear families represents a significant shift in societal norms, influenced by urbanization, economic factors, and cultural changes. While this family structure offers unique benefits, it also presents challenges that require careful consideration in the context of modern society. As family
2. dynamics continue to evolve, understanding the implications of these changes will be essential for fostering healthy family relationships and community support systems. Questions Part 1. Multiple Choice 1. What is primarily characterized as a nuclear family? A) A family with extended relatives living together B) A family consisting of two parents and their children C) A single-parent household D) A family with multiple generations living together 2. Which factor has significantly contributed to the rise of nuclear families according to the passage? A) Increased birth rates B) Urbanization and industrialization C) Technological advancements D) Cultural traditions Part 2. True/False/Not Given 3. The passage states that extended families are no longer common in modern society. 4. Nuclear families are often seen as providing more personalized parenting approaches. 5. The passage provides information about the advantages of living in an extended family. Part 3. Yes/No/Not Given 6. The author believes that nuclear families are more beneficial than extended families. 7. The rise of nuclear families is solely due to economic factors. 8. The passage suggests that individualism has increased in contemporary family structures. Part 4. Matching Information 9. Match the following aspects with the correct paragraph: a) The impact of technology on family structure b) The historical perspective on family dynamics c) The challenges faced by nuclear families Part 5. Matching Headings 10. Choose the correct heading for each paragraph: a) The decline of traditional family structures b) Advantages and challenges of nuclear families c) The role of urbanization in family changes Part 6. Matching Sentence Endings 11. The shift towards nuclear families has led to A) a decline in community support. B) increased financial independence for parents. C) a resurgence of extended family living. Part 7. Sentence Completion 12. The passage indicates that the nuclear family model allows parents to focus on their __________. 13. The rise of nuclear families has brought both __________ and challenges to modern society. 14. Complete the labels in the diagram based on the information in the passage: a) Historical family structure: __________ b) Modern family structure: __________ Part 8. Table/Flowchart/Note Completion 15. Fill in the table with information regarding the factors influencing the rise of nuclear families: Factor Description Urbanization Families relocating to cities in search of jobs. Economic changes Both parents needing to work for financial stability.
3. Family Transformations: From Traditional to Chosen In our minds, we often picture the typical family as a married couple with a few kids. However, this "nuclear family" is now becoming less and less common in the United States. We're in a time of change, holding on to an old idea of family that was popular between 1950 and 1965. So, why did this traditional family structure fade, and what do families look like today? Throughout history, families were close-knit groups that worked as a unit to support the family's livelihood, especially on farms. In 1875, most American workers were farmers, and the rest worked in small family-run businesses. In many cases, extended families, including aunts, uncles, and cousins, were a big part of life. They provided a safety net if something went wrong, a large group who could help with childcare, look after elderly and frail family members, and provide for each other in times of hardship or disability. During the Victorian era, a period in the 1800s, extended families were more common in the US and Britain than ever before. This was a time of big changes, and people felt not just economic pressure, but also moral pressure. The extended family served as a moral compass, teaching children right from wrong and preserving traditional family values. But as cities grew, young people left home to chase their dreams. This led to the rise of the nuclear family. By 1960, almost 78 percent of children were raised in nuclear families and there was heavy pressure to conform to this way of living. At that time, everything worked together to support the nuclear family. Wages were high, which allowed one person to support the household and freed up the other to take care of family and domestic responsibilities. There were strong unions, high church attendance, and a great deal of trust in society. However, from 1965, this stability began to fade. The conditions that had created the idealised families of the 1950s began to change, leading to the more strained families of the following decades. Over the past 50 years, the number of people living alone in America has doubled. One salary is often no longer enough to support a family, people are getting married later and divorcing more often, while the number of children being born is dropping. The changes have hit less well-off households the hardest. Recent data shows that wealthier people have the means to cope without extended family more easily, enjoying the benefits of a detached nuclear family structure without the corresponding drawbacks. Being able to bring in outside help, they have been able to enjoy greater freedom, but for those who are less affluent, it has been much more challenging. They now have to do all the work that was once shared among extended family members. Balancing career responsibilities with the raising of children and care for elderly parents has become a delicate juggling act for many adults. What’s more, women continue to shoulder a lot more of the housework and childcare responsibilities despite often having equally demanding work commitments. One of the most interesting trends in recent decades is the rise of chosen families. This started in the 1980s in San Francisco within the gay and lesbian community. People who had lost touch with their biological families came together to form new bonds. Chosen families helped them navigate the ups and downs of modern life in much the same way that traditional families had always done. Family became no longer just about blood ties, but also about the deep connections people chose to make. The family situation varies greatly by country and region. Globally 38 percent of people still live in extended family units. In some places, like Gambia, households average 13.7 members, while in Mexico, kinship groups can include up to 70 people. While extended families have some downsides, such as less privacy and more responsibilities, having many people in your life who share strong familial bonds has distinct advantages too. For one, you have access to a support network of people in times of difficulty, and much greater levels of companionship, something which is especially important as you age.
4. The evolution of family structures reflects shifts in societal values and lifestyles. From the close-knit agrarian families of the past to the emergence of nuclear families during the mid-20th century, each era brought its own set of challenges and opportunities. Today's world continues to change and with it, the kinds of family structures we can find around us. Questions 1-4 Choose the correct letter A, B, C or D. 1. The writer explains that during most times in the past family members A lived near each other B cared for each other when sick C helped one another with household chores D worked together in order to make money 2. In Victorian Britain and America extended families A provided financial assistance to family members B helped family members to make ethical decisions C went through significant structural changes D encouraged children to go after and achieve their goals 3. In 1960, in the U.S.A A people earned good salaries B people enjoyed greater freedom C both parents in the family could work D there were religious divisions 4. Modern research shows that nuclear families A benefit families with less money B increase the workload for poorer families C create problems for older people D make it easier for wealthy people to find a partner Questions 5-8 Complete the summary below. Choose ONE WORD ONLY from the text for each answer. From the extended family to the nuclear Historically, families were 5__________ groups who worked together to make a living. Extended family members helped each other with 6_________, caring for the old, and money. However, as people moved to cities for work, the nuclear family developed. By 1960, this model was very common, supported by a high level of societal 7_________ and high salaries. After 1965 things began to change. Less wealthy families faced many challenges, particularly women who had to 8_________ more responsibility for cleaning, cooking and looking after children, in addition to their careers.
5. Đáp án Reading 1 Part 1. Multiple Choice 1. B 2. B Part 2. True/False/Not Given 3. True 4. True 5. Not Given Part 3. Yes/No/Not Given 6. Not Given 7. No 8. Yes Part 4. Matching Information 9. a) Paragraph 4 b) Paragraph 2 c) Paragraph 5 Part 5. Matching Headings 10. a) Paragraph 2 b) Paragraph 5 c) Paragraph 3 Part 6. Matching Sentence Endings 11. A Part 7. Sentence Completion 12. careers 13. advantages 14. a) Extended family b) Nuclear family Part 8. Short Answer Questions 15. Two parents and their children Table/Flowchart/Note Completion Factor Description Urbanization Families relocating to cities in search of jobs. Economic changes Both parents needing to work for financial stability. Reading 2 1. D, 2. B, 3. A, 4. B 5. close-knit 6. childcare 7. trust 8. responsibility