1.1. No, they didn't.

1.2. Chamberlain was 19cm taller than Jordan.

1.3. Chamberlain scored more points in his career.

1.4. He was 63 years old.

1.5. They both hold the record consecutive seasons leading score: 7.

Reading

T: OK. Let's continue with the introduction of Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain. First read the two passages quickly and then answer the questions in Activity 2.You may work in groups and discuss the questions together.

Suggested answers:

2.1. He played for the Chicago Bulls.

2.2. His team won the NBA title six times. (from 1991 to 1993; from 1996 to 1998)

2.3. He is not only successful in the basketball court but also succeeds in business. He also found success as an actor. He is awesome.

2.4. 4 different teams.

2.5. Philadelphia Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers.

2.6. Because he was not only tall but also the first to score more than 3,000 points in a season.

After dealing Activity 2, ask students to read the text again, and then do Activity 3. Ask students to correct the wrong sentences.

Discussion

After dealing with Activity 3, ask students to work in groups and discuss which player they like better.

T: Up to now, you have learned something about the two great players. Which player do you like better and why? Work in groups and have discussion.

Five minutes later ask a group of students to present their discussion to the rest of the class.

A sample of the discussion:

A: I like Michael Jordan better not only because he was a top score player in the NBA, but also a successful actor.