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Read the text again and identify the answers to these questions.

a. When did Lin Evola-Smidt decide to start her project?

b. Where do Michelle Reader's materials come from?

c. What does Paul Bonomini's WEEE Man represent?

d. How do these artists contribute to the environment?

Are these sculptures an effective way to tell people about the importance of recycling? Discuss.

LANGUAGE IN USE

Describing objects in detail

1. Read these phrases from the text. Pay special attention to the parts in blue and green.

• small metal angels

• old mechanical elements

• damaged abandoned hubcaps

• other spare computer parts

2. Answer these questions orally.

a. What do the parts in blue refer to?

b. What do the parts in green refer to?

3.M Look at the pictures and describe the objects in detail.

LET'S REFLECT

• How can you define art? Discuss it with your class.

CULTURAL SPOT

Artful expressions in my country/region

a.In groups, identify an important artful expression in the place where you live (or your place of origin).

O Find information about it: origin, the area to which it belongs, materials used, themes, concepts, etc.

C Write a short description on a piece of cardboard.

If possible, get a photo of the pieces of art and stick it on the cardboard.

e.Present your description to the rest of the class. Display your work in a visible place in the classroom.


UNIT 1 ·Artful expressions ·LESSoN 1