Skill 2 Unit 1: Local environment

Unit 1: Local environment

Unit 1 of Skill 2 focuses on practicing two important skills: listening and writing. The exercises in this unit provide guidance and tips on how to solve the tasks in the textbook.

Listening

1. Describe the objects in each picture and identify the locations depicted. Listen to the audio to verify your answers.

A: Ha Noi Botanical Garden
B: Bat Trang pottery village
C: Viet Nam National Museum of History

2. Listen to the students speaking and determine if the statements are true (T) or false (F).

1. Tra is interested in history. (T)
2. Nam enjoys creating things with his hands. (T)
3. Nam's family owns a workshop in Bat Trang. (F)
4. The trees in the garden only come from provinces in Vietnam. (F)
5. Hoa loves nature and tranquility. (T)

3. Listen again and complete the table with no more than three words for each blank.

Student: Place of interest: Activities:
Tra: Vietnam National Museum of History: Seeing various collections of artifacts, Exploring Vietnamese culture
Nam: Bat Trang pottery village: Learning to make things, Paint on ceramics
Hoa: Ha Noi Botanical Garden: Climbing the hill, Reading books, Feeding the pigeons, Watching people

Writing

4. Imagine a visitor spending a day in your hometown/city. Where would you recommend they go and what activities can they do there? Discuss in pairs and jot down your ideas.

Places: Activities:
1. West lake: Eat ice-cream, Go around the lake, Buy souvenirs
2. Royal city: Go to the cinema, Ice-skating, Enjoy cuisines
3. Water Park: Swimming, Play games in water

5. Your Australian pen friend is visiting Viet Nam and will spend a day in your hometown. Write an email advising them on places of interest and activities they can enjoy.

Dear Mira,
I am thrilled to hear that you will be visiting Viet Nam. While you can only spend one day in Ha Noi, there are several captivating places you must visit. First, the Vietnam National Museum of History is a must-see for history enthusiasts like yourself. You can explore a vast collection of artifacts that chronicle Vietnam's history. Secondly, Hoan Kiem Lake offers stunning views and a visit to Ngoc Son Temple. Don't miss strolling through the Old Quarter to experience Vietnamese culture.

These places are conveniently located close to each other, making it easy to navigate on foot. Let me know when you arrive so I can show you around these charming spots.

Looking forward to your visit!

Best wishes,
Thuc Anh