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Readıng skılls ı1
Week 6:Makıng holıday plans
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2. Pre-readıng Look at the pıctures and dıscuss the questıons ın paırs
What do you see in the pictures? Which countries are they from?
What are some famous things in your country?
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Look at the words below, match them with the definitions Then, compare your answers with your friends.
journey
magnificent
bed and breakfast
accommodation
sightseeing
cosmopolitan
travel
beautiful, very good
room to sleep in and a morning meal
a large, strong building built by a ruler
a place to stay
visiting interesting places
having people from many different parts of the world
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Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words given in the box. There are 2 EXTRAS.
I’m going on a__________ to France. I’m so excited!
These skyscrapers look __________.
I didn’t have enough money for a hotel so I’m staying in a __________.
This __________ was built 500 years ago by a king.
New York is a __________ city with thousands of people from all around the world.
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Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words given in the box. There are 2 EXTRAS.
I’m going on a__________ to France. I’m so excited!
These skyscrapers look __________.
I didn’t have enough money for a hotel so I’m staying in a __________.
This __________ was built 500 years ago by a king.
New York is a __________ city with thousands of people from all around the world.
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Whıle readıng
Making Holiday Plans
The Isle of Wight: Just two and a half hours’ journey from London, the Isle of Wight is perfect for a weekend break, with its three hundred and eighty square kilometres of farmland, cliffs and beaches. You can stay in a B&B (Bed and Breakfast) at Freshwater bay and go for long walks along the cliff paths, and beaches. Or hire a bicycle and ride around the island, stopping at Carisbrooke Castle with its magnificent views over the island. If you want something more exciting, try a one-day paragliding course or go sailing- the Isle of Wight is a paradise for sailors. For children, there is a steam railway which starts from Ryde on the north coast. In the evenings, there are many excellent fish restaurants to have a great dinner.
Canterbury and Leeds Castle: With its magnificent cathedral, many museums and old city walls, Canterbury is one of the most historic and beautiful cities in the country. You can stay at a hotel or a B&B or visit nearby Leeds Castle, which is on two islands in the middle of a small lake and is one of the loveliest castles in the country. It was first built in the ninth century and later became the home of King Henry VIII. Today, it is a favourite with visitors, with beautiful parks to walk in, as well as gardens, a golf course, a museum, and, in summer, outdoor concerts.
Dublin: Dublin, the capital city of the Republic of Ireland, is on the east coast, on the River Liffey, and has an international airport with cheap, frequent flights from London. It’s a lively and cosmopolitan city, and if you walk along the famous O’Connell Street, you will find exciting shops, bars and restaurants. If you like sightseeing, you can also visit the famous Dublin Castle, Trinity College and Phoenix Park, one of the largest city parks in the world. In the evening, you can listen to traditional Irish music in the bars, and you can try the most popular local drinks. Close by the city, there are lovely beaches, and just over an hour away are the Wicklow Mountains for walks and beautiful views. And you will have no problems finding good accommodation: Dublin is famous for its excellent B&Bs.
Adapted from New Cutting Edge, Longman
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7. Underline the correct optıon.
Dublin / Canterbury is the capital of Ireland.
You can find cheap flights from London to Dublin / Canterbury.
Dublin / Canterbury has a lot of historical places.
You can eat very delicious fish in Dublin / The Isle of Wight.
You can listen to traditional music in the bars of Dublin / Canterbury.
Dublin / The Isle of Wight is known for its B&B’s.
Canterbury / The Isle of Wight is a great place for sailors.
In Dublin / The Isle of Wight, you can try paragliding.
Dublin / Canterbury is a better city for shopping.
In Leeds Castle, there are concerts / fish restaurants in summer.
There is a golf course / steam railway for children in The Isle of Wight.
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8. Are the statements TRUE (T) or FALSE (F)?
Leeds castle was built in the ninth century. __T__
Dublin is on the west coast. _____
You can’t play golf in Leeds Castle. _____
It’s possible to hire a bike and tour the Isle of Wight. _____
You will have trouble finding a place to stay in Dublin. _____
The Isle of Wight is more than two hours away from London. _____
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POST-READING
Take notes of famous things in in the city you live in or your hometown. (food, building etc.) Add some activities a tourist can do in your city. (paragliding, swimming etc.) Give advice about accommodation (hotels, B&B etc.).
Write a short paragraph about your city using your notes. Look at the reading text as an example.
Istanbul: It’s a cosmopolitan city in Turkey. There are a lot of tourist attractions, like museums, castles etc.
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References
Cunningham, S. and Moor, P. (2012). New cutting edge. Harlow, England: Pearson Education.
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