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Reading and discussion

Open the textbook on page 8 puzzle10_I.pdf 

          (hint: whenever you need to open the textbook right-click on the link and the textbook opens in a new tab )

Look at the map, the flag and the Coat of Arms.

What do you know about the UK? Write down 5 facts.

What do you know about the flag and the coat of arms of the UK?

Listen to the National Anthem: Anthem

Can you now add something to your answers?

Look at the word cloud. What do you think the text is about? What are the keywords of the text?

Read the text on page 9.  While reading you can listen to the text here.

Read the text once more and decide whether the statements are true or false. Exercise

Look through the words in bold type and translate them. You can use a dictionary.

Use this Quizlet exercise to learn the words. Quizlet

Make a plan and learn to retell the text.

Listening and quiz

What do you know about Scotland?

Watch the video about Scotland and write down adjectives you would use to describe the country.

Textbook p. 11. Match the words and explanations. Exercise

Now listen to the text about Scotland and fill in the gaps. Listening

To learn more about Scotland do the quiz:

Vocabulary

Look through the vocabulary on page 12, translate and learn. Exercise

Learn the words with the help of Quizlet. Quizlet 1 Quizlet 2 Quizlet 3

Ireland

Read the questions and find the answers from the Internet:

1) What is the Irish name of the Republic of Ireland?

2) How large is the country?

3) What is the population of the Irish Republic? How many people live in Dublin?

4) When was Irish Free State established? When did it become a republic?

5) Who is the Head of State and the Head of Government in Ireland?

6) What is the national emblem?

7) What does the Irish national flag look like?

8) When is the national day of Ireland celebrated and who’s the patron saint of Ireland?

9) What currency is used in Ireland?

10) How many counties does the country consist of?

11) What languages are spoken in Ireland?

12) What is Ireland famous for?

13) Name some really outstanding Irish writers (or celebrities).

14) What is Ireland rich in?

15) Tell a legend about Ireland / speak about an interesting place in Ireland.

Answers

Revision exercise about Ireland: Exercise

Learn more about Ireland with the help of a quiz: