ACTIVITY 1:

Complete the crosswords
The game:
Decode the topic
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Choose questions 1 to 4 and answer if you answer wrongly, the other will answer and if the answer is correct, the answer will appear, the answer has the number of letters corresponding to the cell number of that question, After answering four questions, we . begin to find the topic today.
Topic is:
HA LONG BAY
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QUESTION 1: (9 words)
Which is considered a "coal mine" of Vietnam.
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QUESTION 2: (6 words) Complete the sentence:
...................... is United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
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QUESTION 3: (3 words) Complete the sentence:
........ is a recessed, coastal body of water that directly connects to a larger main body of water, such as an ocean, lake, or another bay.
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QUESTION 4: (6 words) Complete the sentence:
............. is the land emerging out of the water.
UNIT 8: OUR WORLD HERITAGE SITES
Skill - Reading
Ha Long Bay
Watch the video below to better understand the magnificent scenery of Ha Long Bay:
HA LONG BAY
Activity 2:
VOCABULARY
1. magnificent /maɡˈnɪfɪs(ə)nt/ (a):
Tuyệt đẹp
2. Breathtaking /ˈbreθteɪkɪŋ/ (a) :
Đẹp đến ngỡ ngàng
3. Islet /ˈaɪlət/ :
Hòn đảo nhỏ
4. cuisine /kwɪˈziːn/(n)
Ẩm thực/ cách thức chế biến, nấu nướng
5. abundant /əˈbʌnd(ə)nt/(a)
Dồi dào
Vocabulary:
1. magnificent /maɡˈnɪfɪs(ə)nt/ (a)
2. breathtaking /ˈbreθteɪkɪŋ/ (a)
3. islet /ˈaɪlət/ (n)
4. cuisine /kwɪˈziːn/ (n)
5. abundant /əˈbʌnd(ə)nt/ (a)
Activity 3:
CHECKING VOCABULARY
Close your notebooks and answer the questions to review the vocabulary you have just learnt
LET’S PLAY !
Are you ready?
A: ngoạn mục
C: dồi dào
B: hấp dẫn
D: hòn đảo
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The word “breathtaking” means _________ .
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2. Very small islands
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4. A style or method of cooking, especially that of a particular country or region.
5. Having more than enough
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ACTIVITY 4:
Read the passage and answer the questions




ACTIVITY 4
Answer the questions
1. When was Ha Long Bay recognised as a World Heritage Site?
2. What can visitors do on a Ha Long Bay cruise tour?
3. What type of food is Ha Long Bay famous for?
4. Is it possible for people to visit Ha Long Bay on a low budget? Why / Why not?
5. What is available for people on a high budget?
6. What are some of the unforgettable experiences mentioned?
Game:
THE LUCKY WHEEL
Play
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1. When was Ha Long Bay recognised as a World Heritage Site ?




In 1994
Ha Long Bay, located in Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam, was recognised as a World Heritage Site
by UNESCO in 1994.
(Line 1-3, paragraph 1)




They can visit different caves, and experience the local culture and life on the water.
There are different cruise itineraries so tourists can visit many different caves, and experience the local culture and life on the water .
(Line 2-4, paragraph 3)
2.What can visitors do on a Ha Long Bay cruise tour?
3. What type of food is Ha Long Bay famous for?
It’s famous for its fresh seafood, such as crabs, prawns, and sea clams.
Line 2-3, paragraph 4
4. Is it possible for people to visit Ha Long Bay on a low budget? Why/Why not?
 Yes. Because Ha Long Bay offers lots of things at a reasonable price.
Tourists can also do and see a lot in Ha Long Bay at a reasonable price. They can save money thanks to the availability of low-cost hotels and cruise tours.
(Line 1-3, paragraph 5)
5. What is available for people on a high budget?
These people can enjoy the comfort and elegance of five-star hotels and luxury cruise ships.
They can enjoy the comfort and elegance of five-star hotels and luxury cruise ships.
(Line 5-6, paragraph 5)
6. What are some of the unforgettable experiences mentioned?
Some may wake up to a beautiful sunrise among the rocks, islets and caves; others may enjoy the cave dinner or the breathtaking view from a mountain top overlooking the bay.
The experiences of each visitor to Ha Long Bay vary. Some may remember waking up to a beautiful sunrise among the rocks , islets, and caves. Others may never forget their cave dinner or the breathtaking view from a mountain top overlooking the bay.
(Line 1-5, pharagraph 6)
Activity 4: What do you know about Ha Long Bay? And why do many people visit it ?
HA LONG BAY
Beautiful scenery
Local people: hospitable and helpful
Climate: perfect for tourist activities
Delicious seafood
Accommodation and services: reasonable
World Heritage Site
ACTIVITY 5:
CONSOLIDATION
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Create the meaningful words that appear in the text
magnificent
breathtaking
cuisine
islet
Ex: dnatanub  abundant
HA LONG BAY
Homework

Review vocabulary .
Prepare for the next lesson.