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2. Play the news report and try to fill in the blanks.
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dateline: 17 July 2012
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Google Executive Becomes Yahoo CEO
Pre-Listening Vocabulary
- executive: a senior manager in business
- resign: to give up a job or position
- CEO: Chief Executive Officer
- web portal: a website that offers many different services, such as email, news, and forums
- credentials: proof of one’s qualifications (e.g. a degree in computer programming)
Comprehension Questions
- Who is Marissa Mayer?
- What new job did Marissa Mayer accept?
- What does this appointment suggest about Yahoo’s business plans?
Discussion Question: Do you think one of Google’s top executives can help save Yahoo?
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Google Executive Becomes Yahoo CEO
Former Google executive Marissa Mayer has resigned after landing a job as President and CEO of web portal Yahoo. The 37-year-old was Google’s first female employee and a respected spokesperson for the Internet giant. Mayer helped create Google’s search engine and home page, and is often credited for the look and feel of Google products. She was also in charge of Google Maps and Google Earth. This is Yahoo’s third CEO in one year. Former Yahoo CEO Scott Thompson resigned after his academic credentials were questioned. Choosing Mayer for the leading role, signals that Yahoo is going to focus on user experience and product design.
- Marissa Mayer is a long term executive of Google.
- Marissa Mayer accepted the role as President and CEO of Yahoo.
- This appointment suggests that Yahoo plans to focus on user experience and product design.
Written and recorded by Tara Benwell for EnglishClub
Tara Benwell is a Canadian freelance writer and editor who specializes in materials and articles for the ELT industry.
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