Unit 1: News Review
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Session 36
Meat-based words have been banned from the labels of plant-based food in France. Neil and Beth talk about the language in the headlines about this story.
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News Review
Banning 'steak'
Meat-based words such as 'steak' or 'ribs' can no longer be used on the labels of plant-based food in France.
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The story
Plant-based food can no longer have meat-based names in France.
The French government has published a list of words, such as 'steak' or 'ribs' that will not be allowed on labels for meat-free products.
Farmers in the country have argued that using these words to describe non-meat products could confuse customers.
Similar measures are being discussed in other countries.
Key words and phrases
meaty
interesting, complex or thought-provoking
- You'll be able to write a lot about this – it's a meaty topic.
- I'm reading classical literature at the moment – I like to read meaty books.
salvo
an attack or criticism
- His criticism was just the opening salvo in the attack on his colleagues.
- The new laws are just the first salvo in attempts to stop dangerous driving.
reignite
start up again
- The quality of films released this year has reignited my passion for cinema.
- The minister's speech reignited bad feelings with her rivals.
To do
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News Review quiz
3 Questions
Now you've watched the video, try to answer these questions about the language in the news.
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Now you've watched the video, try to answer these questions about the language in the news.
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Check the meaning of 'meaty' again.Question 1 of 3
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Now you've watched the video, try to answer these questions about the language in the news.
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What does 'salvo' mean?Question 2 of 3
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Check the meaning of 'reignite' in the video?Question 3 of 3
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