Lesson Overview

Meghan Markle Supports Expectant Mothers on International Women's Day.

International Women's Day.

Script:

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, celebrated International Women's Day by supporting an organization that assists expectant mothers and their children. Along with members of the Archewell Foundation, which she co-founded with her husband Prince Harry in 2020, the Duchess visited Harvest Home, a Los Angeles-based charity that provides housing, mental well-being support, and classes to expectant mothers who have faced challenges such as domestic violence, substance use, and homelessness.During their visit, Meghan and the Archewell team created a pop-up baby boutique, hosted lunch from a female-owned restaurant, and made a donation to the charity. Photos from the visit showed the Duchess, 41, with her arm around a woman wearing a Harvest Home t-shirt and smiling as she holds a baby outfit.Harvest Home has supported over 600 women and their children since it was established in 1985. In a message on the Archewell Foundation website, the Duchess wished everyone a happy International Women's Day and encouraged them to celebrate the women in their lives.

Later that day, Meghan and the Archewell team went out for a meal at Gracias Madre, a vegan restaurant in West Hollywood, where they were treated to vegan cupcakes from Sprinkles, delivered by Prince Harry. The Duke of Sussex was in San Francisco for an appearance at BetterUp's Uplift summit, where he answered audience questions alongside BetterUp CEO Alexi Robichaux in front of a live audience. Prince Harry has served as Chief Impact Officer for the coaching platform since March 2021.

"referred to their children's royal titles for the first time"

These were the first outings for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex since announcing the christening of their daughter, Princess Lilibet Diana, on March 3 at their home in California. The couple also referred to their children's royal titles for the first time, with 3-year-old Archie and 1-year-old Lili being styled as Prince Archie of Sussex and Princess Lilibet of Sussex, respectively. A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex confirmed that the matter had been settled in alignment with Buckingham Palace.The British royal family's official website was updated on Thursday to reflect the new titles of Archie and Lili. They were previously styled as "Master Archie Mountbatten-Windsor" and "Miss Lilibet Mountbatten-Windsor."

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Questions:

Part 1: Comprehension

Read and summarize the article thinking of who, what, when, where & why.

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Part 2: True or False Questions

a) True or False - Meghan Markle co-founded the Archewell Foundation with Prince Harry in 2020. T/F

b) True or False - Harvest Home is a charity that provides support to expectant mothers facing challenges. T/F

c) True or False - 600 children met Mrs. Markle. T/F

d) True or False - Archie changed his name to  Mountbatten. T/F

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Part 3: Guess the meaning of unknown vocabulary/phrases.

a) "Expectant"

b) "Pop-up"

c) "Treated to (something)"

d) "Outings"

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Part 3b: Vocabulary in Use - Write an example sentence using the words from 3a.

a) Expectant:

b) Pop-up:

c) Treated to (something):

d) Outings:

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Part 5: Talking Points

1. What are your thoughts on Meghan Markle's visit to Harvest Home charity and her choice to support it?
2. What kind of help do pregnant women facing challenges like domestic violence, substance use, and homelessness need?
3. Are charities like Harvest Home effective in assisting people with such difficulties? Why or why not?
4. Is it important for celebrities like Meghan Markle to use their influence to advocate for social causes? Why or why not?
5. How can individuals support organizations aiding pregnant women and their children?
6. Have you ever volunteered or donated to charities aiding those facing challenges like domestic violence or homelessness? How was your experience?
7. How can society provide better support to expectant mothers dealing with issues such as domestic violence or homelessness?
8. Do you think mental well-being support is crucial for expectant mothers? Why or why not?
9. What are some overlooked challenges that pregnant women often face and that deserve more attention?
10. How can society advance gender equality and honor women's achievements on International Women's Day?

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Part 6: Role play Scenarios

1. Meghan Markle and CEO:
   

You are Meghan Markle, and your classmate is the CEO of a company that supports women's health. You meet at a charity event and discuss ways to collaborate to support expectant mothers and their children.

2. Member of the Archewell Foundation team:
   

You are a member of the Archewell Foundation team, and your classmate is a pregnant woman who has faced challenges such as domestic violence and homelessness. You meet at Harvest Home, a charity that provides housing, mental well-being support, and classes to expectant mothers. You talk to her about the resources available to her and provide emotional support.

3. British royal family Website Team:
   

You are a member of the British royal family's official website team, and your classmate is a journalist who asks you about the recent updates to the website regarding the new titles of Archie and Lili. You discuss the process of updating the website and the significance of the children's new titles.

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Part 7: Writing Activity

Present tense - Describe your shopping habits. Where do you like to shop and when do you usually go there?  For example do you like pop-up stores, luxury boutiques or shopping malls?

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Part 8: Critical Thinking - Falling Birthrates

In groups create a presentation on the following topic: In Korea the amount of couples having babies has fallen dramatically, in groups find out why, then come up with possible solutions to this problem.

Present your findings and solutions to the class, then reach a consensus on the best ways to solve the problem.

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Answers:

Part 1: Comprehension

The main idea of the article is that Meghan Markle, along with the Archewell Foundation, celebrated International Women's Day by visiting Harvest Home, a Los Angeles-based charity that supports expectant mothers facing challenges such as domestic violence, substance use, and homelessness. They created a pop-up baby boutique, hosted lunch from a female-owned restaurant, and made a donation to the charity. The article also mentions Prince Harry's involvement with BetterUp and the recent announcement of the christening and royal titles of their children. The article was likely written to inform readers about Meghan Markle's actions on International Women's Day and to provide updates on the couple's recent activities.

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Part 2: True or False

A: True B: True C: False D: False

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Part 3a: Guess the meaning of unknown vocabulary or phrases.

a) "Expectant" Answer: I think this means pregnant and expecting a baby; in the context of this article refers to pregnant women who are expecting a child. The article mentions that Harvest Home, provides support to expectant mothers who have faced challenges such as domestic violence, substance use, and homelessness.

b) "Pop-up" Answer: This word means something that appears suddenly or temporarily, such as a pop-up window on a computer screen or a pop-up shop that opens briefly. In the context of the article they are talking about a baby boutique that was created for the visit of the royals.  

c) "Treated to (something)" Answer: This means that someone has been given or provided with something enjoyable, special, or unexpected, often as a gesture of kindness or generosity. For example in the article the Royals cupcakes with sprinkles in a vegan restaurant.

d) "Outings" Answer: This word mean trips, excursions, or social gatherings, typically outside of one's usual environment or place of residence. In the article they talk about how it is the royal childrens first time out  since announcing the christening of their daughter.

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Part 3b: Vocabulary in Use - Write an example sentence using the words from 3a. (examples)

a) Expectant: The expectant mother eagerly prepared the baby's nursery, filled with anticipation for the new arrival.

b) Pop-up: The trendy clothing brand set up a pop-up store in the city for a week, attracting fashion enthusiasts with exclusive merchandise.

c) Treated to (something): As a surprise, I was treated to a delicious homemade dinner by my husband after a long day at work.

d) Outings: The retirement community organizes weekly outings to local parks, giving residents a chance to enjoy the outdoors and socialize.

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Part 7: Writing (example)

I'm a 25-year-old female from Japan, and my shopping habits are quite versatile. I enjoy exploring various shopping options. In Japan, I often visit shopping malls like Shibuya 109 in Tokyo or the Daimaru department store in Osaka, offering a range of fashion choices from trendy and affordable to high-end luxury brands. I also appreciate the uniqueness of pop-up stores, particularly when they showcase local artisans and small businesses. These places are great for discovering one-of-a-kind items and supporting independent creators. While luxury boutiques may not be my regular choice, I do like to visit them occasionally for special occasions or when I want to treat myself to something exquisite. My shopping times vary, but I often go on weekends when I have more free time to explore the shops at my own pace. However, I also enjoy shopping online for the convenience it offers, allowing me to browse and make purchases whenever I want.

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