Genre: Listening & Discussion
Title: “Did you buy US beef?”
Presenter: Mr. Y. Takahashi
Description:
As you know, BSE problem made Japan ban the import of US beef, but lifted the ban last summer. As the allowed amount of import seems small yet, it will be a rare case that you will find US beef in a supermarket. Tonight, I'd like to discuss BSE problem.
First of all, let's listen to VOA news on this problem. This was broadcasted about 2 years ago, but it is useful to understand US opinion. If it is too difficult to catch, I'll give you some hints.
Second, I'll give you a copy of a latest book, published last Dec. Please read it and find points of this problem.
Then, please discuss it as follows;
1. If you find or try US beef after the lift of the ban, please explain it.
2. Do you think US beef is safe? Why?
3. When you buy beef, do you care country or place where it was made?
4. Do you think Japanese will accept US beef again? WHY? How about you yourself?
5. Do you think Japan has stringent restrictions on beef imports as US says?
WHY?
Last, please choose one representative for each group and explain your discussion on any points.（19:40～）