Studying at the University

Learn the new vocabulary:

higher education – высшее образование secondary education – среднее образование primary education – начальное образование science – наука scientist – ученый faculty – факультет department – факультет, кафедра full-time department – дневное отделение correspondence department – заочное отделение subjects – предметы essay project – курсовая работа term, semester – семестр sessional exams – сессионные entrance exams – вступительные экзамены final exams – выпускные экзамены holidays, vacations – каникулы record book – зачетка to enter the University – поступить в университет to graduate from the University – закончить университет

to sit for an exam – готовиться к экзамену to take an exam – сдавать экзамен to pass an exam – сдать экзамен to fail an exam – провалить экзамен Rector – ректор Dean – декан lecturer – преподаватель post-graduate student – аспирант to study free of charge – учиться бесплатно to study fee paying – учиться платно according to the timetable – по расписанию to attend classes, lectures – посещать занятия, лекции to learn by heart – учить наизусть groupmates – одногруппники a truant – прогульщик to get a scholarship – получать стипендию a first-year student – первокурсник canteen – столовая monitor – староста

Ex. 1 Match the words with their definitions:

1. monitor 2. dean 3. scholarship 4. canteen 5. truant 6. groupmates 7. lecturer 8. record book

a) the place where students can have their dinner b) a student who often misses classes c) the head of the group d) a teacher at the University e) the head of the faculty f) a book where the passed tests and exams are indicated g) the students who study in the same group h) a monthly sun of money which is given to students who study well

Ex. 2 Find the synonyms:

1. holidays 2. term 3. faculty 4. scholarship 5. canteen 6. to sit for an exam 7. lecturer 8. classes

a) to revise for an exam b) grant c) lectures d) semester e) vacations f) snack-bar g) teacher h) department

Ex. 3 Cross out the wrong word:

1. English, Psychology, Anatomy, Dean, Biology

2. higher, sessional, secondary, primary

3. gym, library, canteen, laboratory, education

4. Rector, Dean, artist, lecturer

5. truant, test, exam, essay project

Ex. 4 Put the words into a suitable forms:

My friend is a (0) … year student. He has to do a lot of homework. He studies many subjects and his (1) … are rather strict. Now he is sitting for his (2) … exams. But I’m sure that he will pass them (3) … because he is a (4) … student. In his record book he has only good and excellent marks. Besides he is going to participate in students (5) … conference. He is also very good at sport – he is a hockey – (6) …. He plays for our University team. He has many (7).... I’m very proud of such a (8) … friend.

one   lecture session success gift   science   play achieve fame

Ex.5 Choose the most suitable word or phrase to complete each sentence:

1. The Izhevsk State University... in 1953, (was opened, was founded, was set)

2. There are fifteen... at the University, (branches, departments, faculties)

3. On graduation from the University a student gets... (a certificate, a paper, a diploma).

4. The students of my group study at the... department, (day-time, correspondence, part time)

5. The academic year... two terms, (makes, continues, consists of)

6. The Heads of the groups are called... (leaders, monitors, seniors).

7. Every year the Students Scientific Society... (organizes, performs, carries out) a conference.

8. The students of our University... exams twice a year, (take, fail, sit)

9. It is the... who can solve all students problems, (monitor, lecturer, Dean)

10. The students write their diplomas under the guidance of... (lecturers, Dean, scientific supervisors).

11. My favorite... at the University is psychology, (item, topic, subject)

12. If you want to pass an exam perfectly, you must study... (enough, thoroughly, hardly)

Ex.6 Read the text and answer the questions:

My studying at Izhevsk State Technical University

Nowadays there are many higher educational institutions in Izhevsk. But the most popular one is Izhevsk State Technical University. Our University was founded on the first of January, 1953 by the order of Stalin.

There are 15 faculties in our University. They are: the Faculty of Philology, Law, Psychology, History, Physical Culture and Sport and so on. As I am a first year student of the Faculty of Physical Culture and Sport I would like to tell you a few words about my faculty. It was founded in 1990. Our students get knowledge in physical culture, anatomy, chemistry, physiology, psychology, foreign languages and so on. Our faculty has 4 gyms, many classrooms, a swimming pool, a library.

There are 3 departments at the University: a day-time department, a correspondence department and a post-graduate department.

Our University has some traditions such as the Days of the faculty, Art Festival "Students Spring" and so on. Every year the University organizes Students Scientific Conference and the students take an active part in the work of the Conference. They have an opportunity to demonstrate the knowledge they get at the University and to win some awards.

The course of studies lasts 5 years. The academic year begins on the first of September and ends in June. The academic year is divided into 2 terms. At the end of each term the students take tests and exams and after that they have holidays.

The students who make good progress in studies get a monthly scholarship. During the term students have to attend lectures, classes and seminars. In case of having some problems students may go to the Dean and solve them. As a rule the students are divided into groups consisting of 25 people. At the beginning of the academic year the Dean of the faculty appoints heads of the groups who are called monitors. They are in charge of studies, attendance of classes and discipline in the group.

The University students have at their disposal all necessary facilities: well-equipped laboratories, a large new library, museums, gyms, snack-bars and canteens.

Our country requires more and more specialists with higher education. The main task of our University is to prepare young specialists for schools, institutions, industry and science.

1. When was ISTU founded?

2. How many faculties are there in our University?

3. When was the faculty of physical culture and sport founded?

4. What subjects do students have at this faculty?

5. What departments are there at the University?

6. What traditions does ISTU have?

7. What is the aim of Students Scientific Conferences?

8. How long does the course of studies last?

9. How many terms do the students have?

10. What do the students have at the end of each term?

11. What kind of students gets the scholarship?

12. What are the monitors responsible for?

13. What do our students have at their disposal?

14. What is the main task of ISTU?

Grammar

Past Simple/Present Perfect

Ex.7 Put the verbs into Past Simple:

1. Sam (graduate) from the University two years ago.

2. I (study) at school Ne 29.

3. My favorite subjects (be) physical education and history.

4. He (pass) his sessional exams successfully.

5. She (not miss) classes

6. What you (do) during the lessons of physical education?

7. Who (teach) you English?

8. My friend (get) a scholarship when she (be) a student.

9. What school you (finish)?

10. We (be) very grateful to our school teachers.

Ex.8 Put the verbs into Present Perfect:

1. I (just finish) with my homework.

2. We (already learn) this poem by heart.

3. You (ever be) to London?

4. They (never fail) their exams.

5. He (not come) from the University yet.

6. I (not meet) him since childhood.

7. We (study) at the University for 5 years.

8. I (not see) you for ages!

Ex.9 Choose the correct verb form:

1. Betty wrote/has written her test yesterday.

2. She was/has been to London four times.

3. I don't know this man. I never met/have met him.

4. We travel/have travelled to lots of countries.

5. Mrs. Green worked/has worked in the office for 25 years. And she is still working.

6. I met/have met him in Oxford Street two days ago.

7. She rang/has rung her boss yesterday.

8. Sheila went/has gone to the University already.

9. David saw/has seen this play before.

10. Lorna read/has read the letter already.

Ex.10 Read the text about Britain's Victorian times schools. Do you think old Russian schools were the same? What do you know about them?

In Britain's Victorian times schools were brutal. If you misbehaved, teachers tied a big piece of wood, across your shoulders or you could be put in stocks. Classes had over 70 pupils in them. Parents hated sending their children to school because it meant the children couldn't go out to work. In 1870 school cost a penny a day. In 1891 education became free.

Ex.11 Read the text:

Oxbridge life at college and university

There are 46 universities in Britain. The academic year in Britain's universities, Polytechnics, Colleges of Education is divided into three terms, which usually run from the beginning of October to the middle of December, from the middle of January to the end of March, and from the middle of April to the end of June or the beginning of July.

The oldest and best-known universities are locater in Oxford and Cambridge, which are called the "intellectual eyes" of Britain. They are often collectively called Oxbridge to denote an elitarian education. Only very rich and aristocratic families can afford to send their sons and daughters to these universities. Mostly they are public school leavers.

The Oxford University was established in 1249 but the first mention of it goes back to 1213. The name Oxford means the part of the river Thames where oxen forded it. Oxford is international because people from many parts of the world come to study there. They study at twenty four men's colleges or at five women's colleges or at another five where both men and women study together. Among the oldest colleges are University college, all Souls and Christ Church. One can see the charm of Oxford in the green fields and parks which surround the city and you can see it in the green lawns and gardens which surround the colleges. The local car industry gives an important addition to the town's outlook. There is a great deal of bicycle traffic both in Oxford and Cambridge.

Cambridge starter during the 13^th and grew until today. Now there are more than thirty colleges. Almost all colleges are now mixed. They line along the right bank of the Cam river. One can enjoy picturesque scenery of willow trees weeping their branches into the water. The most famous college is probably King's College because of its magnificent chapel, the most beautiful building in Cambridge, a piece of English fifteen-century architecture. Its choir of boys and undergraduates is also very well known. Many great men studied in Cambridge. You might have heard such names as Roger Bacon, the philosopher, Milton, the poet ling Cromvell, the soldier, Newton, the scientist, Kapitza, the famous Russian physicist.

The normal length of the degree course is three years after which the students take the Degree of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.). Some courses, such as languages or medicine, may be one or two years longer. Then the students may continue to take the Master's Degree and then the Doctor's Degree. Research is a very important feature of university life.

The universities have a big deal of societies and clubs enough for every interest one could imagine. Sport is a part of students' life at Oxbridge. The most popular sports are rowing and punting.

Ex.12 True or False?

1. There are 46 universities in Britain.

2. The academic year is divided into 3 terms.

3. Oxford and Cambridge are often called "elitarian eyes" of Britain.

4. Oxford and Cambridge were established in the 13^th century.

5. The name Oxford means the part of the river Thames where oxen forded it.

6. There are more women's colleges in Oxford than men's.

7. The charm of Oxford is in green fields, gardens, lawns and parks which surround Oxford.

8. There is a great deal of bicycle traffic both in Oxford and Cambridge.

9. Almost all colleges in Cambridge are mixed.

10. The colleges are situated along the left bank of the Cam river.

11. The most famous college in Cambridge is King's College.

12. King's College choir of girls and graduates is well known.

13. The normal length of the degree course is three years and some courses, such as languages and medicine may be one or two years longer.

14. There are not many societies and clubs in Oxbridge.

15. The most popular sports are golf and football.

Ex.13 Do you remember your school years? Read the interview of 3 people about their school years:

A. 1. I: So, what do you think of school, Kate?

K: I think school's OK really. Um. I quite like history. Urn. 'Cos the history teacher's really nice. Um, but the other subjects are really boring, 'cos I don't really like them. I think Wednesday is my favorite day because we have sport on Wednesdays and I'm good at that. Um. The worst thing about school is the dinners. The food is horrible.

I: And what are you going to do when you leave school?

K: Um. I’m not really sure, but I love animals. I love cats, dogs, birds, and I'd just love to work with animals.

2. I: Right, now then Simon, what do you think about school?

S: I like school a lot. Um. I like all the teachers, except for one, the maths teacher. Umm. I think my favourite subject is French, 'cos I'm quite good at that. Um. This summer I'm going to stay with a French family in France.

I: That sounds great!

S: Yeah, I'm looking forward to it a lot. Um. I think the bad things about school are all the homework and the - you have to work really hard, it takes up a lot of your time. So, urn, I like doing the extra things as well, like the school orchestra, and playing the violin, urn, and the school football team.

I: So, what do you want to do when you leave school?

S: I think I'd like to be a French teacher, or even a football player for England!

3. I: What do you think of school, Ruth?

R: I hate school. The teachers hate me and I hate them. I've got no friends. That's because we moved recently. The only thing I like about my school is that we've got a swimming pool, but it's not open all the time. I really like swimming. I can't wait to leave school.

I: What are you going to do when you leave school?

R: I want to be an actress and work on television.

B. What do you think of your school? What did you like and dislike about it? What was your favorite subject? Did you go in for sports in school? Were the sport facilities good? What did you do during the lessons of physical education?

C. Make up similar interviews about your studying at the University. Ask your groupmate about: his favorite subject, plans for the future & so on.

Ex.14 Imagine that you are:

a) the Dean of the Faculty of Physical Culture & Sport - tell us about your faculty.

b) the student of TSU - tell us about the TSU.

c) the student of the Faculty of Physical Culture & Sport - tell us about your studying.

Ex.15 Give the Russian equivalents and comment the proverbs. Think about the situations to illustrate the proverbs. Learn the proverb by heart:

1. It's never too late to learn.

2. Every man is an architect of his fortune.

3. There are no royal roads to learning.

4. Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today.

5. Better late than never.

Ex.16 Write the letter to your friend about your studying at the University.

Unit VI

HOLIDAYS AND TRAVELLING

Learn the new vocabulary:

to travel by train (car, plane) – путешествовать поездом (машиной, самолетом)

to make a trip to … - путешествовать в …

to get a tan (to get sunburnt) – загорать

to go camping – пойти в поход

to make friends – заводить друзей

to change money – менять деньги

to hire a car – брать машину напрокат

to keep in touch with smb – поддерживать с кем-либо отношения

to be on holiday – быть в отпуске (на каникулах)

to book tickets (hotel) in advance – резервировать билеты (отель) заранее

to go sightseeing (sightseeing tour) – осматривать достопримечательности

to go sailing – плавать под парусом

to go boating – плавать на лодке

to go cycling – кататься на велосипеде

to be insured (insurance) – быть застрахованным (страховка)

journey – путешествие

package holiday – отдых, организованный туристическим агентством

hiking holiday – поход

activity holiday – активный отдых

self-catering – самостоятельное приготовление пищи

holiday resort – курорт

entertainment facilities – развлекательные услуги

travel agency – туристическое агентство

the hotel staff – персонал отеля

currency – валюта

guidebook – путеводитель

suitcase – чемодан

luggage – багаж

knapsack – рюкзак

customs – таможня

seaside, coast – побережье

beach – пляж

to go for a picnic in the country – поехать за город на пикник

to take pictures – фотографировать

to relax – расслабляться, отдыхать

to enjoy doing smth – делать что-либо с удовольствием

to play chess (tennis, basketball) – играть в шахматы (теннис, баскетбол)

to play the guitar (piano) – играть на гитаре (фортепьяно)

single ticket – билет в одну сторону

return ticket – билет туда и обратно

flight – рейс, полет

to take off – вылетать

to see off – провожать

tent – палатка

to be homesick – скучать по дому

Ex.1 Find the definitions for the following words:

1. package holiday a) to have a rest

2. knapsack b) a place where you can get a tan

3. beach c) people who work in the hotel

4. the hotel staff d) the holiday organized by a travel agency

5. to relax e) foreign money

6. currency f) a bag which you can put behind your back

7. luggage g) bags and suitcases which you take on a journey

Ex.2 Find the synonyms:

trip, to travel, to get a tan, to make a trip, camping, coast, journey, seaside, to get sunburn, hiking.

Ex.3 Cross out the wrong word:

1. suitcase, luggage, currency, knapsack, bag;

2. sailing, boating, cooking, climbing, cycling;

3. trip, guidebook, voyage, journey;

4, train, beach, plane, car, ship, bus, bicycle.

Ex.4 Discuss your preferences of travelling by car, train or plane. Substantiate your choice?

Ex.5 Put the right words (a-m) given below:

What do you start your holiday with? As for me I go to the shop and buy a (1)... to find a place where I want to (2).... Usually it's a seaside. Then I go to the (3)... and ask them to help me. They show me a lot of (4)... with beautiful pictures. I look through them paying attention to prices of course and choose something suitable for me. When they (5),.. the tickets for me it's time to pack my (6).... It's not very easy I always forget something that's why I do it (7).... Then I buy all necessary things. In order to be in time at the airport I call a (8).... Before the (9)... my (10)... and (11)... are checked. When I am in the (12)... I feel that my (13)... starts.

a) plane e)passport i) suitcase

b) guidebook f) book j) have a rest

c) travel agency g) ticket k) brochures

d) holiday h) flight l) taxi

m) in advance

Ex.6 Finish the following sentences:

1. When I travel by train I usually book tickets (заранее).

2. If I have a lot of luggage my friends (провожают меня до аэропорта).

3. If you heed any information about a train you address (справочное бюро).

4. My uncle is fond of (походами).

5. (персонал отеля) was very friendly and helpful.

6. When we want to go around the city we usually (берем машину напрокат).

7. I like climbing, cycling and swimming that's why I prefer (активный отдых).

Ex.7 Read the text and answer the questions after it:

Travelling / Holidays

Modern life is impossible without travelling. Thousands of people travel every day either on business or for pleasure. They can travel by air, by rail, by sea or by road.

Of course, travelling by air is the fastest and the most convenient way, but it is the most expensive too. Travelling by train is slower than by plane, but it has its advantages. You can see much more interesting places of the country you are travelling through. Modern trains have very comfortable seats. There are also sleeping cars and dining cars which make even the longest journey enjoyable. Speed, comfort and safety are the main advantages of trains and planes. That is why many people prefer them to all other means.

Travelling by sea is popular mostly for pleasure trips. On board large ships and small river boats people can visit foreign countries and different places of interest within their own country Many people prefer travelling by car. They think it's very convenient. You can stop wherever you wish and spend at any place as much time as you like.

The seaside is one of the most wonderful places which attract holiday-makers all over the world. There are many rest-homes, sanatoriums and tourist camps there. But it is also possible to rent a room or a furnished house for a couple of week there. Sometimes people place themselves in a tent on the sea shore enjoying fresh air and the sun all day long. As a rule it's easy to make new friends there. In the daytime you can play volleyball, tennis, swim in the warm water of the sea and sunbathe. In the evening you can sit on the beach watching the sea and enjoying the sunset. If you are fond of mountaineering you can do a lot of climbing.

1. Is travelling popular today?

2. What means of travelling do you know?

3. Which means of travel are most popular with the passengers? Why?

4. Which is the fastest way of travelling?

5. Have you ever travel by air?

6. How do people usually travel when they go abroad? Why?

7. When you travel within the country, do you usually go by car, by plane, ship or by train?

8. When did you last travel by train?

9. Do you like to change trains?

10. Is travelling by sea faster or slower than by train?

11. Do you agree that travelling by sea is always enjoyable?

12. Have you seen a storm on sea?

13. What makes travelling by car enjoyable?

14. Where do you usually spend your holiday?

15. Where do you stay when you go to the South?

16. What is the best time for travelling and tourism?

B. Find the equivalents in the text:

преимущества предпочитать что-то чему-то

стальной вагон на борту

вагон-ресторан удобно

путешественники

Ex.8 Divide into four groups. Think of advantages and disadvantages of travelling by:

1) plane 2) ship 3) car 4) train

Ex. 9 Read dialogs and practice asking for directions in pairs (Watch the video)

1) Amy: Hi Micheel.

Michael: Hi Amy. What's up?

Amy: I'm looking for the airport. Can you tell me how to get there?

Michael: No, sorry. I don't know.

Amy: I think I can take the subway to the airport. Do you know where the subway is?

Michael: Sure, it's over there.

Amy: Where? I don't see it.

Michael: Across the street.

Amy: Oh, I see it now. Thanks.

Michael: No problem.

Amy: Do you know if there's a restroom around here?

Michael: Yes, there's one here. It's in the store.

Amy: Thank you.

Michael: Bye.

Amy: Bye bye.

3) Good afternoon. I'd like to ask you how to get to Brooklyn College?

-Where are you starting from?

-At Jackson Heights.

-Roosevelt Avenue?

-That's correct.

-Take train number 7get off at Times Square and transfer there to train number 2. Get off at the last stop.

-Is Brooklyn College within walking distance from there?

-Yes, it is.

-Thank you.

-You are welcome.

Scene 1

- Can you help me? Can you tell me where a new supermarket is?

- Sure. It’s kind of far. Go down Hus Street until you come to the Mayfair intersection. Then turn right. Go down road for about 4 miles. Then turn right again on Casper boulevard. There is one on Casper.

- Thanks.

***

Scene 2

- Is city hospital near here?

- Yes. Drive up Hus Street until you come to the three-way intersection. Then make a left.

- After I turn left is it pretty far?

- No, I think it’s about a half of a mile.

- Is there a bank near the hospital?

- I think there is one down that road from about a mile or so.

- Thanks for your help.

***

Scene 3

- I am looking for the immigration office. Do you know how to get there from here?

- Sure. You are not far away at all. It’s about a 10 minutes walk from here.

- Great. How do I get there?

- Go along this road until you get to Swensen Avenue.

- Swensen Avenue. O.K.

- Je. Make a right there. Then walk for about four blocks. The immigration office is a big building next to a post office.

- So. Go along this street, make a right and go straight for about four blocks.

- That is it. Good luck.

- Thanks for your help.

***

Now it’s your turn. Practice speaking when you see this icon.

- I am looking for the immigration office. Do you know how to get there from here?

- Sure. You are not far away at all. It’s about a 10 minutes walk from here.

- Great. How do I get there?

- Go along this road until you get to Swensen Avenue.

- Swensen Avenue. O.K.

- Je. Make a right there. Then walk for about four blocks. The immigration office is a big building next to a post office.

- So. Fast go to Hu big road, make a right and go straight for about four blocks.

- That is it. Good luck.

- Thanks for your help.

Ex. 10 Act out the following dialogues, put them into indirect speech, choose any of these hotels to put at, substantiate your choice:

Conversation in a hotel

Dialog

A: Good morning. Midland Hotel.

B: Good morning. This is Jane Stevens from Dixia. I’m trying to arrange accommodation for a number of visiting businessmen from abroad and I’d like to know a little about the facilities that your hotel has to offer.

A: Well, the Midland is a 3-star hotel and we are situated five minutes from center of the town.

B: Uh-huh. And are you on the main road?

A: No, we’re on side street, and all the rooms are very quiet.

B: And what about a restaurant?

A: Well, we find that most of our clients prefer to eat out, and as there are plenty of restaurants in the vicinity, we have only a small restaurant – but we do serve hot food in the evening.

B: I see.

A: Of course we do have a bar – which has a very intimate atmosphere.

B: And what about entertainment at the hotel? Do you put on any dances?

A: No, I’m afraid we don’t.

B: And just a couple of final questions. Do you have either a swimming pool or a sauna?

A: No, not in the hotel, but there’s a pool with a sauna just round the corner.

B: Well, thanks very much for the information. Bye.

Dialog

A: Kings Hotel.

• B: Good afternoon. My name is Jane Stevens from Daxia. I’m just arranging accommodation for a number of foreign businessmen who are coming here next month. I wonder if you could tell me what facilities your hotel has to offer.

• A: Yes, certainly. Well, as you probably know, we are not in town. In fact it’s eight miles from the hotel to town. The hotel is set in its own grounds and the surrounding countryside is very beautiful and very peaceful. So your guests would certainly be assured of a quiet and restful stay

• B: And how about a restaurant?

• A: Yes, we have a large restaurant which caters both for residents and non-residents. It tends to be quite full around this time of year, but residents, of course, get priority.

• B: Uh-huh.

• A: We also have two bars – one of which is exclusively for residents.

• B: How about evening entertainment? Any dances?

• A: No, I’m afraid we don’t hold them any more. We used to, but now people prefer to go into town for a night out.

• B: I see. And what about a swimming pool or a sauna?

• A: Yes, we’ve recently had a sauna installed and it is extremely popular with our guests.

• B: And a swimming pool?

• A: No, not yet, unfortunately.

• B: Well, thanks very much for the information. Bye.

• A: Bye.

Dialog

A: Morning. General Hotel.

• B: Good morning. This is Jane Stevens from Daxia. I’d like to find out a little about the facilities offered by your hotel.

• A: One moment, please. I’ll just put you onto booking inquiries.

•

• B: Booking inquiries.

• A: Good morning. My name is Jane Stevens from Daxia. Could you tell me a little about the facilities offered by your hotel?

• B: Yes, certainly. The General is right in the middle of the town, next to the railway station, and is very convenient for people arriving or leaving by train.

• B: Does that mean that the hotel is quite noisy?

• A: Well, I wouldn’t say that we are exactly a country hotel. Yes, I suppose it is quite noisy.

• B: How about restaurant facilities?

• A: No, I’m afraid we haven’t got a restaurant here. Of course there are plenty in the vicinity. All we have is a snack-bar which serves light refreshments.

• B: Do you have a bar?

• A: Yes, we do.

• B: And what about evening entertainment?

• A: Well, we have a dance in the bar every Saturday evening. And that’s open to both residents and non-residents.

B: Well, thanks for the information. Bye.

Ex. 11 Read the dialog “Travelling” in pairs (Watch the video).

Ex. 13 Listen to the recording “Train Station” and read along with the audio recording.

Discuss in the groups:

1. Is there a train station near where you live?

2. Are the trains that stop there convenient?

3. Can you buy items like newspapers and food at the station?

4. How much does a train ticket to Moscow typically cost?

Idioms

to read up on – toread a lot to prepare yourself for something

I suggest reading up on the plot and historical background of the movie before you see it.

to drive/ walk around in circles – to move around without clear direction, be lost

Why don’t we ask for directions? We’ve been driving around in circles for more than an hour.

Vocabulary activities

Discuss these questions in a group

Discuss these questions with a partner or friend outside of class:

· When do people start dating in your country?

· What do people usually do on dates?

· Does the man pick the woman up from her house or do they meet somewhere?

· Do men often take the woman a gift on the first date? If so, what?

Ex. 15 Listen to the recording “Tour of Kyoto, Japan”

Pre-listening exercises

Imagine you are going on a bus tour of a famous city like Kyoto, Japan. What general places do you think you would visit? What things would the tour guide point out about a famous landmark (for example, the date of its construction)

Listening exercises

Listen to the conversation and read along with the conversation. Review the Key Vocabulary and the sample sentences.

Key Vocabulary

· itinerary (noun): plan or schedule
- Please review the itinerary for the trip at least a week before you leave.

· board (verb): to get on or enter
- You need to board at least 15 minutes before departure.

· construct (verb): to build
- The tower was constructed over 500 years ago.

· stroll (verb): to walk
- I went for a stroll around the park early this morning.

· destination (noun): final place of arrival
- What is your final destination?

Idioms!

to take in – to attend a movie, concert, or play

Why don’t we take in a traditional Japanese play while we’re in the city?

for a song – very cheaply

We were able to buy these Japanese dolls for a song.

Answer the questions

1. What time is the bus leaving?

a. 9:00
b. 9:15

c. 9:50

2. When was the Golden Pavillion built?

a. in 1397

b. in 1379

c. in 1339

3. What is Ryoanji Temple famous for?

a. its trees
b. its stone walls

c. its rock garden

4. What does the guide NOT say about Gion?

a. There are different shops to see.
b. Tourists should visit the theaters.
c. Gion is representative of traditional Kyoto.

5. How much time will visitors have to tour the castle?

a. 45 minutes

b. 60 minutes

c. 90 minutes

Vocabulary activities

Do the text completion quiz

Well, good morning everyone. My name is Craig Stone, and I'll be your guide for today's tour of Kyoto. First, I want to go over the ⁽¹⁾ … for the tour, so everyone can enjoy the trip without being worried about being left behind along the way. And no one has gotten lost so far.

First of all, we'll be leaving at 9:15 outside the main train station exit. That's in thirty minutes. Be sure to ⁽²⁾ … the bus by 9:00 sharp.

We'll be visiting some of the most famous ⁽³⁾ … spots in Kyoto. Our first stop will be at the Golden Pavilion, a temple constructed in 1397. We'll be leaving there at 10:30. You'll have about forty-five minutes to ⁽⁴⁾ … around the temple and its gardens.

Our next ⁽⁵⁾ … will be Ryoanji Temple. That's always a difficult one to ⁽⁶⁾…. This temple is famous for its beautiful rock garden. We'll ⁽⁷⁾ … from the temple at 11:45.

Next, we'll have lunch from 12:00 to 12:45.

In the afternoon, we'll be making a ⁽⁸⁾ … stop at Heian Jingu Shrine, which was constructed in 1895 to ⁽⁹⁾ … the 1,100th anniversary of the founding of the city of Kyoto.

After that, we'll head downtown and stop in Gion. Many people asked me about different traditional shopping areas, and this is a place we don't want to miss. You'll have about an hour to look around, and I'm sure you'll enjoy the ⁽¹⁰⁾ … of the entire area. The shops, the homes, and the restaurants. A very traditional flavor of Kyoto. We'll be leaving Gion at 2:30.

Finally, we'll visit Nijojo Castle, which was the residence of the first Tokugawa Shogun. You'll have about an hour to tour the castle, and we'll meet at the bus at 4:00.

Any questions?

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