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B What do you understand from the following sentences? Circle the correct answers.
1. Our tour guide told us that castles were built to protect the people who lived there by keeping their
enemies out.
a. Enemies are people who care about you. b. Enemies are people who want to hurt you.
2. Three cars were damaged in the accident, but luckily the accident wasnt fatal and people were only
lightly hurt.
a. Nobody was killed. b. People were killed.
3. Climbing mountains is physically difficult. So if youre planning a hike, you first need to get in shape.
a. You have to be physically fit. b. You will see mountains with different shapes.
4. Our tour was very demanding we got up early every morning and traveled all day.
a. The tour was difficult. b. The tour was easy.
5. Traveling to certain countries without a visa is illegal. You could get into trouble or be arrested.
a. It is allowed. b. It is not allowed.
6. Our tour was remarkable. Ill never forget it.
a. It was very good. b. There was nothing special about it.
7. Your concentration has to be very good to walk along this narrow bridge if you take one wrong step,
you will fall.
a. You have to pay attention. b. You dont have to pay attention.
8. When skydiving, you fall through the air until your parachute opens.
a. It helps you fall slowly. b. It makes you fall more quickly.
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Reading
Name:
While You Read
You are going to read a magazine article about the amazing things some people have done at popular
tourist sites. Choose the answer (A, B, C, D) which you think fits best according to the text.
Beyond Sightseeing
Looking for a destination for your next vacation? If you Surprising as it may seem, bridges also provide
think youve been there, done that, then think again. opportunities for adventure. Blogger Luke Graham
As Ive found out by reading different travel blogs, even wrote about his recent tour of Australia, where he
well-known tourist spots offer unusual activities for joined the Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb adventure tour.
5 travelers who are looking for something different. 40 Rather than crossing the bridge in a conventional way,
Take the Empire State Building in New York City, for this tour takes you up over the arch itself, high above
example. Most sightseers reach the observation deck the traffic on the bridge. Participants are given special
at the top by using one of the buildings 73 elevators. BridgeSuits to put on over their clothes. Then they
But not Mary Peters she ran up its 1,576 stairs! are harnessed to a line which attaches them to each
10 Mary took part in the Empire State Building Run-Up, 45 other and to the bridge. I was petrified, Luke writes,
the worlds oldest tower race. Every year, hundreds of but I knew that the chances of getting injured were
people ranging in age from 18 to 87 participate in this very slim. So I put my fears aside as the effort of the
challenging race. Despite all my previous training, it climb demanded my full concentration. After an hour
was really hard, she writes about her experience. I and a half of climbing, I found it thrilling to finally stand
15 finished in 14 minutes and 23 seconds, almost placing 50 on top of the arch, taking in the view of the sea and
in the top 10. Only then did I allow myself to enjoy the the city below and around us. I highly recommend this
breathtaking view from the top. experience its a must for anyone visiting Sydney!
Tall buildings certainly seem to attract tourists looking Even ancient sites offer a challenge. The Great Wall of
for unusual activities. The twin Petronas Towers in China, which was built hundreds of years ago entirely
20 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, are among the tallest buildings 55 by hand, extends for 6,400 kilometers. Built to keep
in the world. The average tourist stands looking up in enemies from attacking, it is one of civilizations most
amazement at their great height, but George Harris, who remarkable achievements. If youre looking for a
has his own blog, sees them as a personal challenge. challenge and youre in excellent physical shape, you
Hes addicted to BASE jumping skydiving from fixed can run in one of the marathons that take place at this
25 structures such as buildings, antennas, spans (bridges) 60 famous tourist site. Rita Swanson, for example, took
and earth (cliffs). BASE jumping is far more dangerous part in the Great Wall Marathon, which is an extremely
than regular skydiving from a plane, he explains, demanding 42-kilometer race with towers and steep,
because you have only a few seconds to open your open staircases. All in all, you have to climb 3,700 stairs!
parachute. Mistakes can be fatal and BASE jumping is According to Rita, its worth the effort. She writes: As
30 illegal in most places. The international BASE jumping 65 you are climbing, the dramatic beauty of the ancient
competition held at the Petronas Towers, however, wall and the picturesque views of the countryside are
is perfectly legal. Every year for the past three years, incredible. For me, this was the experience of a lifetime!
George has joined other experienced competitors there So, if you want to be more than a typical tourist on your
and even though he hasnt won any prize money yet, he next trip, theres a lot you can do. Why dont you start
35 says hell keep trying. 70 by looking at some travel blogs for ideas, just as I did?
GLOSSARY observation deck a place at the top of a building to see the city
skydiving a sport, where a person jumps from an airplane with a parachute that opens seconds later
harnessed tied or attached
put my fears aside decided not to worry or be afraid
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Reading
Name:
STRATEGY To identify the topic of the text: Read the title and first paragraph.
Skim the rest of the text.
Think About It
Why is the text called Beyond Sightseeing? Which of the experiences described in the text did you find most interesting?
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Reading
Name:
3. She did far better in this years race than in last years.
She did a lot better in this years race than in last years.
5. The adventure tour was thrilling and I did things Id never done before.
I did many new things on this exciting adventure tour.
Word Expansion
A WORD BUILDING Complete the chart using words from Beyond Sightseeing.
observe 1
2
participation / participant
challenge challenge 3
amaze 4
amazing
5
compete 6
competitive
injure injury 7
8
recommendation recommended
9
extension extensive
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Reading
Name:
B Complete the sentences with words from Exercise A. Make any necessary changes.
1. The in the marathon usually range in age from 18 to 65.
2. The view from the top of the mountain always me.
3. Hes not a person, but he likes to take part in sports for fun.
4. We built an onto our house and now we have an extra room.
5. Try not to yourself with that sharp knife.
6. She enjoys the of learning and doing new things.
7. I visited Athens following a friends .
8. What did you while doing the experiment?
C
EXPRESSIONS WITH TAKE Look at how expressions with take are used.
The word take can be used in different ways to form expressions. Notice how take is used
in Beyond Sightseeing.
Mary took part in the Empire State Building Run-Up, the worlds oldest tower race. (was part of)
you can run in one of the marathons that take place at this famous tourist site. (happen)
Complete the sentences using the expressions above. Make any necessary changes.
1. The conference this year will in Florida.
2. We shouldnt our planet . We have
to protect the environment.
3. Before you decide on a bicycle tour, you should the level of difficulty.
4. The view from the 86th floor will its absolutely amazing!
5. My friend will all the arrangements for the trip.
6. Are you going to in the New York City Marathon this year?
7. Arent you by putting all your money into the business?
8. They the good weather and went on a hike.
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Grammar 1
Name:
Present Tenses
The article Beyond Sightseeing includes many A Complete the sentences. Use Present Simple or
sentences using Present Tenses. Present Continuous. Then match each sentence
The chart below shows more sentences using to the correct use (a-g).
Present Tenses. Pay attention to how these tenses
are used and how the verbs are formed. 1. They are moving (move) to the city
next month. f
Present Simple base form of verb (-s /-es)
2. He (visit) his parents
Every year, hundreds of people participate in the event.
every summer.
a. habits or facts
3. The flight (take off)
b. telling a story or joke; describing a sporting event
at 6 a.m.
c. future timetables and schedules
h. completed actions in the past which are still B Complete the sentences. Use Present Perfect
relevant Simple or Present Perfect Continuous. Then
i. actions that happened several times in the past match each sentence to the correct use (h-m).
j. used with superlatives and expressions like
1. This is the most beautiful sight I
the best, the first / second time, etc.
(ever see)!
k. to announce recent news
2. They (just win) a free
Present Perfect Continuous have / has been + verb-ing
trip to Alaska!
They have been planning this trip for months.
3. You look hot and tired.
l. actions that started in the past and continue into
(you / run)?
the present (often with for or since)
m. recently finished, longer action that influences the 4. Jake (break) his leg, so
present he cant go on the hike.
Stative Verbs
5. She (study) since I woke
I understand why some people might not enjoy that up this morning.
activity.
6. How many times
describe states, not actions, and are not usually used
(he / go) abroad?
in the continuous form
can be used in Present Continuous when their
meaning indicates action
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Grammar 1
Name:
D Complete each pair of responses with the correct present form of the verbs given.
work
1. Lisa looks stressed out.
a. Thats not surprising because she very hard lately.
b. She always hard. Thats the way she is.
think
2. I havent finished my project yet.
a. I my teacher will be angry.
b. I about staying up late to finish it.
walk
3. Are you as tired as I am?
a. Of course! We just over 10 kilometers.
b. Of course! We for hours and still havent reached the river.
have
4. Have you seen Matthew recently?
a. No, but we lunch together tomorrow.
b. No, because he very little free time these days.
build
5. Our town is changing all the time.
a. Yes. They a new shopping center in our neighborhood.
b. Yes. They a lot of new houses here recently.
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Grammar 2
Name:
A Complete the chart. Add the correct prepositions to form the phrases.
noon
MondaySeptember June 22 6 a.m. 2016 2 oclock and no later
B Complete the chart. Add the correct prepositions to form the phrases.
two friends the river the left work the corner, turn right New York
all the tourists Australia
C Complete the chart. Add the correct prepositions to form the phrases.
climb a ladder drive the hotel walk the market run the street
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Grammar 2
Name:
D Cross out the word or phrase that cannot be used with the preposition.
1. at: the museum basketball practice the corner the shelf school
2. in: the building his office Los Angeles the bag the way to
3. on: the left the park Fifth Avenue the wall the tenth floor
4. up: the corner the ladder the stairs the mountain the tower
5. along: the coast the crowd the path the river the street
6. through: the tunnel the red light the window the door the right
F Complete the sentences with suitable prepositions. There may be more than one correct answer.
1. The birds flew the lake.
2. They spent hours walking the mall, but they didnt buy anything.
3. The road begins in the city center and continues all the coast.
4. Its easy to walk right the public library without noticing it.
5. Lets eat at the picnic table the trees.
6. The office is open five days a week 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
7. Please move your books. They are my way.
8. They arrived just time for lunch.
9. We had a lot to talk about dinner because we hadnt seen each other for months.
10. It will be too late to go out the time you get back from work.
G Complete the text with the correct prepositions. There may be more than one correct answer.
Many people who choose France as a destination for a vacation spend at least a few days
1
Paris. They may begin by walking 2 its busy
shopping avenue, the Champs-lyses, or sailing 3 its well-known river,
the Seine. One of the best known tourist spots 4 the city is the Eiffel Tower.
Visitors usually take the elevator to go up to the top, where they can enjoy the view of the whole
city. When we were there 5 April last year, we stayed 6
a small hotel 7 a quiet street 8 a small park. We
had a room 9
the second floor from where we could see Notre Dame,
which was just one kilometer away. If we decide to go again this year, well have to book tickets
10
the end of the month before they go up in price.
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Listening
Name:
STRATEGY Read the questions carefully and highlight the keywords so you know what to listen for.
A Podcast
A You will hear a podcast about a visit to Machu Picchu. Look at the picture of Machu Picchu.
What do you know about it?
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Speaking
Name:
Comparing Pictures
TIP Specify which picture you are talking
A What types of vacation do you like? What activities about, or make it clear that you are talking
do you enjoy when you are on vacation? about both pictures.
B
COMPARING AND SPECULATING Look at pictures A
A and B. Match each question to an answer to create
a dialogue. Pay attention to the expressions in bold.
Then practice the dialogue with a partner.
1. What do both pictures show?
2. Why do you think the people chose these activities?
3. What is different about the pictures?
4. What are they enjoying?
a. One difference is that in the first picture, the
people are in the city, while in the second picture,
they are outdoors in nature. B
b. It seems that the people in the first picture
wanted to shop for souvenirs, while the people in
the second picture probably wanted to get away
from the crowds and have a more active vacation.
c. In the first picture, the people are enjoying the
local culture, whereas in the second picture, they
are enjoying the fresh air and the adventure.
d. Both pictures show people having new
experiences on vacation. Another similarity is that
the people are doing something with a friend.
C
C
TOPIC VOCABULARY Look at pictures C and D. Which
of the following words and expressions would you use
to describe each of the pictures? What other words can
you use?
ancient ruins learn about different
cultures
build friendships
learn about the past
experience something
new looking for action
explore the unknown seek challenges D
D
YOUR TASK Compare the two pictures. Say what you
think people enjoy about visiting these places. Use some
of the words and expressions from Exercises B and C.
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Writing
Name:
An Article
A WORKING WITH A MODEL
1. Where do you read articles in magazines, newspapers or online?
2. What are you looking for when you read an article?
Paragraph 3 The second place that is a must for tourists is the island of Alcatraz, where
3
you can visit the old prison which has featured in several Hollywood films.
If you arent really interested in walking around old buildings, dont worry!
Alcatraz is such a fascinating place that you definitely wont get bored.
Paragraph 4 Chinatown and Alcatraz shouldnt be missed. They offer a taste of life in the
4 city and a thrilling trip back in time at one of the most famous landmarks in
the United States.
B GETTING ORGANIZED
1. The model article is made up of four paragraphs. In the above plan, label (a-d) the paragraph that
a. sums up why the writer thinks these places are the best to visit.
b. describes another place of interest in the area.
c. gives a brief description of the area the writer lives in.
d. describes one place of interest in the area.
2. In which paragraph would each of these sentences fit in the article?
a. Chinatown is one of the top tourist attractions in San Francisco.
b. They are both wonderful destinations for people of all ages.
c. San Francisco is well-known for its historic and colorful sites.
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Writing
Name:
STRATEGY To make your article more interesting, start with a good opening and use adjectives to describe details.
D TOPIC VOCABULARY
CITIES TO VISIT
charming (adj) romantic (adj)
Write an article about two places in your city
constantly changing spectacular (adj)
that would be interesting to visit.
delightful (adj) surprisingly varied
We will publish the best articles next month.
elegant (adj) well-known (adj)
outstanding (adj) world-class (adj)
Write your article.
CHECKLIST
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ADVANCED ENGLISH B2 Student Worksheet
Module 1 Travel & Tourism Assessing Your Learning
Name:
A Check (3) whether you know the meanings of the words and phrases you learned in this module.
Use a dictionary to find the meanings of words and phrases you still dont know.
READING SPEAKING
WORDS AND EXPRESSIONS FROM THE TEXT COMPARING AND SPECULATING
addicted (adj) illegal (adj) Another similarity is
breathtaking (adj) in shape Both pictures show
civilization (n) lifetime (n) In the first picture,
cliff (n) parachute (n) It seems that
concentration (n) participate (v) One difference is that
conventional (adj) perfectly (adv) probably (adv)
demanding (adj) petrified (adj) whereas (conj)
enemy (n) picturesque (adj) TOPIC VOCABULARY
entirely (adv) range (v)
ancient ruins
far (adv) remarkable (adj)
build friendships
fatal (adj) thrilling (adj)
experience something new
highly (adv)
explore the unknown
get away from it all
WORD EXPANSION learn about different cultures
Word Building learn about the past
looking for action
Verb Noun Adjective
seek challenges
amaze amazement amazing
visit archeological sites
challenge challenge challenging
competition / WRITING
compete competitive
competitor
TOPIC VOCABULARY
extend extension extensive
charming (adj) romantic (adj)
injure injury injured constantly changing spectacular (adj)
observe observation --- delightful (adj) surprisingly varied
elegant (adj) well-known (adj)
participation /
participate --- outstanding (adj) world-class (adj)
participant
B These are the grammar topics you learned in this module. Check (3) those you
feel you know well and those you need to practice more.