Unit 5: WRITING
ASEAN member states: brief introduction
1.Read the following information about Viet Nam. Fill the gaps with the correct words or phrases in the box.
1. land area
2. income
3.Vovinam
4.family values
5. Heritage Sites
2. Read the extract from a short brochure introducing Viet Nam. Match the subheadings (1-5) with the paragraphs (a-e)
a.4
b.5
c.2
d.3
e.1
3.Brochures are often used to inform people and include information texts. Read some features of an information text and the brochure above.
4.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.
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 Malaysian 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.