Alaska, the largest state in the US

Teacher: Do you know when Alaska became the 49th state?

Student: In 1959.

T.: Do you know when it was purchased from Russia?

S.: In 1867, if I’m not mistaken.

T.: Do you know how much money the US payed for Alaska?

S.: I’m afraid, I don’t.

T.: Alaska is America’s largest state, isn’t it?

S.: It is, but only half a million people live there.

T.: What can you say about the climate in Alaska?

S.: It is very cold in Alaska throughout the whole year.

T.: They say the temperature may drop as low as –47º Fahrenheit in some places. What is the capital of Alaska, by the way?

S.: The capital of Alaska is Juneau.

T.: What other towns in Alaska can you name?

S.: Fairbanks, which is about 600 miles away from Juneau. Towns are far apart in Alaska. Many people use planes to travel in the state.

T.: Are there many roads in the state?

S.: No, there aren’t many because long roads cost a lot to build. Many people travel in boats along the coast.

Memorize and reproduce Dialogue 3.

Make up and act dialogues considering the following assignments.

1. Your friend came back from the United States of America. You talk about his stay there.

2. The teacher conducts the English lesson devoted to the USA and she asks you some questions about the states of the country. Use the information collected.

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