Discuss the following questions.

UNIT 3.

Render the texts in English.

Mark the statements True (T) or (F).

Compare the descriptions and explain the words in bold.

1. Stephen is a professional painter.

2. Stephen thinks using public transport is cheaper than travelling by car.

3. Stephen’s parents don’t like the noise of London.

4. Stephen is tired of living in London.

5. Marianna and her family have lived on the ranch for the most of their lives.

6. Life on a ranch has some disadvantages.

7. Marianna doesn’t have any neighbours close by.

8. Marianna wishes her life was different.

Speaking. Where would you prefer to live?

Практические занятия

Vocabulary: types of holidays, sights and resorts; means of transport;

Topics and speaking: holiday, transport;

Grammar: present perfect, past simple, past continuous;

Reading: different travels.

1. Which of these are most important for you on holiday?

the weather sightseeing/culture the food the accommodation the nightlife shops who do you go with

- What countries are the most popular tourists’ destinations? Why?

- What makes a country popular for tourists?

2. Read the extracts and check the meaning of the words and phrases in bold in your dictionary if necessary. Write P if the extract comes from a postcard/e-mail and B if it comes from a holiday brochure.

... here I am sitting in the warm sunshine with a cool drink, watching...

...a short walk from the city centre, this luxurious hotel has 400 rooms...

... trouble is you have to queue for ages for the most popular...

... there’s absolutely no nightlife and absolutely nothing to do here except...

... unfortunately, our flight was delayed for three hours so we had to sit...

... or if you prefer self-catering accommodation, there are comfortable...

... there are plenty of excursions, where you will have the opportunity to visit...

... has spent most of his time in the swimming pool which is OK, but I'd like to...

...the beach is so crowded you have to get there very early in the morning if you...

... you can enjoy the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere of this beautiful old seaside town...

... there is also a discount of 5% if you book your holiday online with us...

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