WRITING
ASEAN member states: brief introduction
Teacher: Nguyễn Thị Phước Hạnh
Class: 11A5
1. How big is Viet Nam?
2. How many people live in the country?
3. What does Viet Nam export?
4. What is typical of the Vietnamese culture?
5. What are some tourist attractions in Viet Nam

ASEAN Member States
Warm up
1 Read the following information about Viet Nam. Fill the gaps with the correct words or phrases in the box.
The Socialist Republic of Viet Nam
a. shape of elongated S, (1) __________ : 331,212 km2; population: about 93,000,000, most speak Vietnamese; capital: Ha Noi
b. economy: develops rapidly; leading agricultural exporter: main export products – crude oil, marine products, rice and coffee; lower-middle(2)_________________ country
c. sports: football, cycling, boxing, swimming, badminton, tennis, aerobics, (3) ________________; athletes compete regionally, internationally, hold high ranks in many sports
d. one of the oldest cultures, known for ancestor worship; appreciate (4)__________________ and education; home to 54 ethnic groups with their own languages, lifestyles, customs
e. visitors from around the world; attractions: World (5)________________ (Ha Long Bay, Hoi An); beautiful sights: Sa Pa, Mui Ne, Ha Noi, contribute to country′s magic charm
land area
income
Vovinam
family values
Heritage Sites
km2
economy
football, cycling, boxing, swimming, badminton, tennis, aerobics
ancestor worship
Ha Long Bay, Hoi
An
Pre-writing
While-Writing
2 Read the extract from a short brochure introducing Viet Nam. Match the subheadings (1-5) with the paragraphs (a-e).
The Socialist Republic of Viet Nam
ASEAN Member States
Tourist attractions
Popular sports
football, cycling, boxing, swimming, badminton, tennis,
aerobics and Vovinam
Sports
Culture
cultures
area
population
Economy
economy
Post-writing
3 Write a short brochure (160-180 words) introducing an ASEAN country. Use the information about Indonesia below or a different ASEAN country of your choice.
ASEAN Member States
The Republic of Indonesia
a. islands: about 17,508; land area: 1,904,569 km2; population: over 237 million: world′s fourth most populous country; capital:Jakarta, official language: Indonesian
b. the largest economy in Southeast Asia; tourism: big role in economy; 2013: tourist sector contributed about US$9 billion; Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, China, Japan: top five sources of visitors
c. sports: generally male-orientated; most popular: badminton, football; traditional sports: Sepak Takraw, Pencak Silat
d. diverse culture: over 300 ethnic groups; influenced by Chinese, European, Indian, and Malay cultures; Western cultures’ influences: seen in science, technology, modern entertainment.
e. tourist attractions: islands, beautiful views; popular destinations: beaches of Bali, Lombok, wonderful islands of Java, Sumatra, Kalimantan; museums, monuments, gardens in capital
Post-writing
The Republic of Indonesia
a. Area and Population:
Indonesia comprises about 17,508 islands. It covers a land area of 1,904,569 km2. With a population of over 237 million people, Indonesia is the world′s fourth most populous country. The capital city is Jakarta and the official language is Indonesian.
b. Economy:
The country has the largest economy in Southeast Asia. Tourism plays a big role in its economy. In 2013 the tourist sector contributed about US$9 billion. Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, China and Japan are the top five sources of visitors to Indonesia.
c. Sports:
Sports in Indonesia are generally male-orientated. The most popular sports are badminton and football. Traditional sports include Sepak Takraw and Pencak Silat.
d. Culture:
Indonesia is a widely diverse nation with over 300 ethnic groups. Indonesians are influenced by Chinese, European, Indian, and Malay cultures. The influence of Western culture is mainly seen in science, technology, and modern entertainment.
e. Tourist attractions:
Indonesia is famous for its islands and beautiful views. The beaches of Bali and Lombok, and the wonderful islands of Java, Sumatra and Kalimantan are popular destinations. Tourist attractions also include museums, monuments and gardens in the capital city.
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