This video lesson is based on Unit 1, Places, from the Unlock 2 Reading and Writing book. It introduces all the key vocabulary students are expected to learn. After watching the video, students will take an online quiz that is connected to the video lesson.
Watch the above video and complete the following activities.
Places Around the World – Interactive Lesson
Places Around the World
Reading & Vocabulary Lesson
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Vocabulary List
Review these words from the text before starting the activities.
Capital
The most important city where the government is.
City Centre
The main or central part of a city with shops and buildings.
Traffic
Cars, trucks, and other vehicles using the road.
Noisy
Making a lot of sound.
Monument
A special building or statue to remember history.
Tower
A very tall, thin building.
Harbour
An area of water by the coast used to keep ships safe.
Goods
Things that people sell.
Countryside
Land not in towns or cities that may have farms and fields.
Pollution
Damage caused to water, air, and land by harmful materials.
Cost of living
The price of living in a place (expensive or cheap).
Modern
Designed and made using the most recent ideas.
Destination
A place where people like to go.
Expert
Someone who has a lot of skill or knowledge.
Population
The number of people living in a place.
Rural
Regions or parts of a larger place (often nature).
Study Flashcards
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Capital
(Tap to see definition)
The most important city where the government is.
Comprehension Quiz
Read the questions and select the best answer based on the text.
Short Answer Questions
Answer the questions, then click “Reveal Answer” to self-check.
Answer Key: London OR Tokyo
Answer Key: makes a lot of sound
Answer Key: things people sell / products
Advantage: quiet, nature, fresh air, opportunity to experience something good Disadvantage: smaller population, fewer shops, fewer restaurants, might need a car
Vocabulary Matching
Click a Word, then click its Definition.
Words
Capital
Expert
Traffic
Noisy
Monument
Population
Rural
Harbour
Goods
Countryside
Pollution
Destination
Definitions
Damage caused to water, air, and land by harmful materials
The most important city where the government is
Land that is not in towns or cities and may have farms
An area of water by the coast used to keep ships safe
Cars, trucks, and other vehicles using the road
Places where people like to go
Things that people sell
Someone who has a lot of skill or knowledge
Special buildings or statues to remember history
Making a lot of sound
Regions or parts of a larger place (scenery, lakes)
The number of people living in a place
Complete the Sentences
Type the correct vocabulary word in the box.
1. London is the of the United Kingdom.
2. The is busy with many shops and restaurants.
3. There is a lot of during the day.
4. City centres can be very .
5. Sydney has a famous for ships.
6. Many people prefer the because it is quiet.
7. Big cities may have problems with .
8. It is good to get advice from an before visiting a new place.
9. The is the number of people living in a place.
Speaking Activity
Task: Find someone who matches the descriptions below, or practice speaking about these topics yourself.
Discussion Prompt
Use the vocabulary words to answer this question aloud:
“Do you prefer living in a coastal area, the countryside, or the city centre? Why?”
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