Unit 21:
The Joys of Travelling
Intermediate
Objective
To learn how travelling be useful to people.
- Brain Storm : Share your ideas with your teacher. Try to make sentences.
Why do people travel?
Vocabulary
Repeat the following words and phrases with your teacher and use them in a sentence.
- refreshes (v)
- cultures (n)
- holiday (n)
- inspired (v)
- guidance (n)
- mean (v)
- meet (v)
Dialogue 1
Read the dialogue aloud with your teacher.
Celine
Claire
Hi! Where were you? I didn’t see you on the holidays.
Hey! I had gone with my brother on a trip.
Woah! Seems your family loves traveling.
Of course.
Traveling is relaxing and enjoyable.
Yes! Traveling refreshes mind and soul.
What do you mean?
I mean… Traveling is the best way to meet different people and to know different cultures.
Now I too feel inspired by traveling. I’ll surely take some guidance from you.
Sure, why not!
Let’s practice
Answer the following questions.
- What are the benefits of travelling according to the Celine?
- Where did Celine go on the holidays?
- Who now feels inspired by travelling?
Dialogue 2
Read the dialogue aloud with your teacher.
Caroline
David
Hey David! I am going hiking at the state park this weekend. Do you want to join me?
I love hiking. How long is the trail?
It’s about 3 miles long.
I may come. I have to buy new hiking shoes.
You better have good shoes. It’s a tough hike.
It’ll be great! I like tough hikes!
How do you stay in shape?
I go hiking regularly.
Really? How does that help you stay fit?
It keeps my legs in shape from climbing and my heart healthy from long walking.
I should try that out. Can I come with you next time?
I’ve got a trip planned next week. You can come if you want.
I’d love to join you.
Let’s Practice
Answer the following questions.
- How long is the trail?
- How do Caroline stay in shape?
- Where will Caroline go for her next week’s hiking?
Discussion:
Share your ideas with your teacher.
1. What are some of the benefits of traveling with a group?
2. Where are the best places for:
A. Adventure vacations?
B. Historical vacations?
C. Shopping vacations?
D. Party vacations?
E. Relaxing vacations?