Unit 2. Natural
Wonders and
Travel (cont)
Lesson 2f - Skills

Waterfall

Bungalow

Snorkelling

Scuba diving

Meditate

Jungle

affordable /əˈfɔː.də.bəl/ (adj): có thể chi trả, phải chăng (giá cả)
tropical /ˈtrɒp.ɪ.kəl/ (adj): nhiệt đới
gorgeous /ˈɡɔːr.dʒəs/ (adj): tráng lệ, lộng lẫy
unique /juːˈniːk/ (adj): duy nhất, độc nhất

NOW, LET'S LEARN!

1

Read the text quickly. What is it about?

PHÚ QUỐC ISLAND
Phú Quốc Island is a popular beach holiday destination in
Kiên Giang, Việt Nam. Each year, five million visitors come
to enjoy their time on this charming island.

A

There are many different types of accommodation, such as bungalows,
guesthouses, hotels and resorts. So you will surely find something affordable to
book a room for your stay. Visitors will be very pleased when they see the
facilities of some hotels here, such as swimming pools, restaurants, gyms and
so much more.

B

PHÚ QUỐC ISLAND

Phú Quốc Island has plenty of things for tourists to see. The first thing you will
notice is the white sandy beaches with clear blue water. You will also enjoy the
island's tropical green jungle with gorgeous waterfalls and unique opportunities
to see the wildlife. Be sure to bring your camera, so you don't miss the perfect
shots.

C

There are also lots of amazing things to keep you busy on Phú Quốc Island.
You can sunbathe on the beaches, swim in the sea, go snorkelling and go scuba
diving. A visit to the Hộ Quốc Pagoda will give you a chance to meditate and
enjoy the ocean views. You can also explore fishing villages to learn more
about the local culture. Don't forget to try the delicious seafood at the local
restaurants or the night markets.

2
Read the text again. Match the headings (1-4) to the
paragraphs (A-C). There is one extra heading.

PHÚ QUỐC ISLAND
Phú Quốc Island is a popular beach holiday
destination in Kiên Giang, Việt Nam. Each
year, five million visitors come to enjoy their
A
time on this charming island.

There are many different types of accommodation,
such as bungalows, guesthouses, hotels and resorts. So
you will surely find something affordable to book a
room for your stay. Visitors will be very pleased when
they see the facilities of some hotels here, such as
swimming pools, restaurants, gyms and so much more.

1. Make Your Eyes
Happy
2. Souvenir Shopping
3. Stay Somewhere
Amazing
4. Endless Things to
Do

B

Phú Quốc Island has plenty of things for tourists to see.
The first thing you will notice is the white sandy
beaches with clear blue water. You will also enjoy the
island's tropical green jungle with gorgeous waterfalls
and unique opportunities to see the wildlife. Be sure to
bring your camera, so you don't miss the perfect shots.

C

1. Make Your Eyes
Happy
2. Souvenir Shopping
3. Stay Somewhere
Amazing
4. Endless Things to
Do

There are also lots of amazing things to keep you busy on Phú Quốc Island. You
can sunbathe on the beaches, swim in the sea, go snorkelling and go scuba diving.
A visit to the Hộ Quốc Pagoda will give you a chance to meditate and enjoy the
ocean views. You can also explore fishing villages to learn more about the local
culture. Don't forget to try the delicious seafood at the local restaurants or the
night markets.

NOW, LET'S CHECK!

PHÚ QUỐC ISLAND
Phú Quốc Island is a popular beach holiday
destination in Kiên Giang, Việt Nam. Each
year, five million visitors come to enjoy their
time on
this charming island.
Stay Somewhere
Amazing

A

There are many different types of accommodation,
such as bungalows, guesthouses, hotels and
resorts. So you will surely find something
affordable to book a room for your stay. Visitors
will be very pleased when they see the facilities of
some hotels here, such as swimming pools,
restaurants, gyms and so much more.

1. Make Your Eyes
Happy
2. Souvenir Shopping
3. Stay Somewhere
Amazing
4. Endless Things to
Do

Make
B Your Eyes Happy
Phú Quốc Island has plenty of things for tourists to see.
The first thing you will notice is the white sandy
beaches with clear blue water. You will also enjoy the
island's tropical green jungle with gorgeous waterfalls
and unique opportunities to see the wildlife. Be sure to
bring your camera, so you don't miss the perfect shots.

1. Make Your Eyes
Happy
2. Souvenir Shopping

4. Endless Things to
Do

Endless
Things to Do
C
There are also lots of amazing things to keep you busy
on Phú Quốc Island. You can sunbathe on the beaches,
swim in the sea, go snorkelling and go scuba diving. A
visit to the Hộ Quốc Pagoda will give you a chance to
meditate and enjoy the ocean views. You can also
explore fishing villages to learn more about the local
culture. Don't forget to try the delicious seafood at the
local restaurants or the night markets.

2. Souvenir Shopping
4. Endless Things to
Do

3
Read the text again and decide if the statements (1-5) are R
(right), W (wrong) or DS (doesn't say).
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million
come
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5
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4

Collect the information from the text about

Phú Quốc Island under the headings location, type
of holiday, accommodation and what to see and do.
Location: Kiên Giang, Việt Nam
Type of holiday: beach holiday
Accommodation: bungalows, guesthouses, hotels, resorts
What to see: white sandy beaches with clear blue water, tropical
green jungle with gorgeous waterfalls and the wildlife
What to do: sunbathe on the beaches, swim in the sea, go
snorkelling, go scuba diving, visit Hộ Quốc Pagoda, explore
fishing villages, try delicious seafood

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