EG214 – Presentation Skills

Unit 2 – Part I

1. Vacation Choices

1.A. (p.20)

Look at the travel website. Where do you think these places are?

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1.B. (p.20)

What kinds of people would enjoy the vacations above? Match the pictures to the
descriptions below. (There are two extra descriptions.)

People who . . .

3 need a relaxing change of scene in a warm place by the sea

___ enjoy traveling in comfort and style

___ like to visit world-famous places and learn about the past

___ want to see firsthand how the local people live

___ would like to observe animals in their natural habitats

___ want to donate their time and energy to help others while they travel

___ prefer an exciting, active, high-energy vacation experience

___ feel that tourists should protect the environment and endangered species

1.C. (p.20)

Work in groups. Ask and answer these questions.

1. What types of vacations normally interest you the most? How about the least? Why?

⮚ I like ________________________________________________________the most,

because_____________________________________________________________.

⮚ I like _______________________________________________________________

the least, because _____________________________________________________

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2. What type of vacation was your last one? What was it like?
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3. What type of vacation would you like your next one to be?
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 2. Travel preferences interview

2.A. (p.21)

Read the interview questions and add one more. Then interview a partner. Ask follow-
up questions for more information and take notes.

Travel Preferences -

1. Do you like to travel? Why or why not?

Yes, I do/No, I don’t, because ______________________________________________
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2. Do you prefer to travel in your own country or overseas? Why?___________________
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3. Do you prefer to be very active or just relax when you are on vacation?Why?
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4. What types of activities do you like to do on vacation?Why? _____________________
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5. What's the most interesting place you have been to?_____________________________
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6. What’s one place in your country or the world that you would love to visit?Why?
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3. A vacation plan

What is your idea of a perfect vacauon? Circle or highlight your choices and (if
possible) try add your own ideas.

Location Africa Asia Europe North America Oceania South America

Type of place beach city countryside mountains

Length of stay a few months a month a week a weekend two or three weeks

Companions alone a tour group my family one or two triends

Accommodations guest house luxury hotel tent youth hostel

Activities stroll around the City meet local people relax sightsee learn something

B Tell the class about your perfect vacation. Which choices are the most popular?

1. Travel destinations

1.A. (p.22)

Look at these travel destinations. What do you know about the places?

What do you think visitors can see or do there?

- Goa : ________________________________________________________________.

- Borneo: ________________________________________________________________.

- Rome : ________________________________________________________________.

1.B. Watch or listen to Sophie, Jason, and Emma describe their travel destinations.
You may read the audio transcript while listening. (Track 9).

Sophie: Borneo is the largest island in Southeast Asia and one of the most exotic
destinations in the world. Located between Manila, Jakarta, and Singapore, the island of
Borneo is divided among three countries: Brunei, Malaysia, and Indonesia. The island has
one of the oldest rainforests in the world - it's 130 million years old - as well as one of the
world's longest underground rivers. Borneo is famous for its rare wildlife tropical rainforests
and colorful marine life in the surrounding sea. Visitors to Borneo can enjoy a variety of
amazing eco-friendly activities which offer them a chance to discover untouched nature
firsthand.
 Jason: Rome, the capital of Italy, was called the Eternal City by ancient poets because of its
long history of power. Even now, the Eternal City is a European destination everyone
should visit at least once. Situated on the Tiber River right in the center of Italy, Rome is
one of the most interesting, romantic, historic, and beautiful cities in the world. It's known
for its ancient civilization, classical architecture, lovely fountains, and fantastic museums.
But that's not all, Rome also offers visitors the chance to enjoy creamy cappuccinos in
outdoor cafes, delicious pasta in cozy restaurants, and elegant clothing boutiques on scenic
boulevards. For visitors, Rome has it all: history, art, culture, food, and fashion.

Emma: If you want to combine amazing temples and palaces, colorful customs, exotic
music, and spicy cuisine, India is the perfect choice. And if you also want a beautiful white-
sand beach, Goa is the place for you. Goa is India's smallest state, and it's located on the
west coast on the Arabian Sea. It's best known for its postcard-perfect tropical beaches that
attract visitors from all over the world. However, Goa also offers a fascinating mix of Indian
and Portuguese cultures and architecture from the sixteenth century, when Goa was a colony
of Portugal. Its unique cultural history has attracted many artists to live and work in this
colorful state.

1.B/C. (p.22)

Correct any mistakes in the following notes. Also, add one more detail each speaker
mentions about the destination.

Borneo Rome Goa

● largest island in West ● called the Eternal City ● India's smallest state

Southeast Asia

● between Manila, Jakarta, and ● on Tiber River in ● on east coast; Arabian Sea

Singapore northern Italy known for perfect beaches

● island is divided among two ● known for its ancient ● attracts visitors from Asia

countries civilization and modern

architecture

● has one of world's youngest ● has elegant clothing ● offers a cultural mix -Indian

rainforests factories and Spanish

● known for rare wildlife and ● has it all: history, art, ● cultural history has attracted

jungles sport, food, fashion artists

● visitors enjoy extreme sports ● ___________________ ● ___________________

___________________ ___________________

● ___________________

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1.D. (p.22)

Think of a popular destination you know in your country or in the world.

Describe it in a few lines below. Don't name the place. Can your partner guess the

destination?

Example:

It's situated in the north of the country and it’s one of the most beautiful places in the world.
It's known for it’s . . .

Write your popular destination here.

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2. Activities and accomodations (p.23)

Read the following audio script and listen to Sofie, Jason, and Emma recommend their
vacation activities. Write the correct verb to complete each activity. (Track 10).

Sophie: Visitors to Borneo can enjoy lots of eco-friendly activities. For example, you can
explore the amazing jungle. You can cruise upriver by traditional boat and then hike through
the rain forest to see endangered orangutans in their natural habitat. It's also possible to go
on a night safari to hear the wildlife that's active after sunset. Another thrilling experience is
to swim in the beautiful lake on Kakaban Island surrounded by hundreds of stingless
jellyfish that can't hurt you. That's a highlight for most visitors. As for accommodation, one
possibility is to stay a few nights at a rain forest campsite. You could stay in simple tents
completely made of natural materials to give you the total eco-experience.

Jason: There's so much to do in Rome, you won't know where to begin. Here are just a few
ideas. Be sure to climb to the top of Capitoline Hill to view the ancient Roman Forum. I also
recommend visiting the Borghese Gallery to see the art works by the Italian masters. And
you should also make time to see Trevi Fountain at night, when it's all lit up. It's really
magical. From there you can stroll around the Campo de’ Fiori - one of the oldest markets in
Rome. It's very lively at night. To relax, sip an espresso at one of the open-air cafes. As for
hotels, there are lots of choices, but I'd suggest staying in a bed-and-breakfast near Manzoni
station in the heart of the city.

Emma: For most Goa visitors, the beach is the center of interest, and it's fun to try water
sports, such as parasailing, windsurfing, and jet skiing. But you should also enjoy Goa’s
other attractions. Here are a few recommendations: hire a bike and cycle around the nearby
rice fields; visit the 450-year-old Se Cathedral, with its lovely Portuguese style; bargain for
local souvenirs at Anjuna flea market; eat the South Indian pancake specialty masala
dosa; and last but not least, take a yoga class. When it comes to accommodations, there are
lots of small family-run guest houses with clean rooms for as little as 20 dollars a
night. That means budget travelers will be very happy!

1. A/B (p.23)
 Now, write the correct verb to complete each activity. Also write down what type of
accommodations the speakers recommend.

Borneo Rome Goa

Activities Activities Activities

● Explore the jungle ● ________ to the top of ● ________ water sports

Capitoline Hill
● ________ upriver by ● ________ around the rice
● View the ancient Roman Forum
traditional boat fields

● ________ through the ● ________ Borghese Gallery ● Visit Se Cathedral

rainforest
● ________ Trevi Fountain ● ________ for local
● ________ on a night safari
souvenirs
● ________ around the Campo
● ________ the wildlife ● ________ masala dosa
de’ Fiori market

● ________ in the beautiful ● ________ espresso at an open- ● ________ a yoga class

lake air café

Accommodations Accommodations Accommodations

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1. C. (p.23)

Which activities and accommodations above would you like the most? Why?

I'd like to ___________________________________________________________

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3. Let’s go!

Look at the following vocabulary box and use these sentence structures in exercise 3.A.

3.A. (p.23)

Think about the vacation destination you chose in Exercise ID on page 22. Write two
activities that visitors can do there and one accommodation type you recommend.

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