1. Vocabulary practice
2. Use the right word to fill the gap
historic, unspoiled, modern, rural, peaceful, sleepy, friendly, bustling, lively, crowded, dirty, polluted
3. Answer the questions
- What does the word ‘unspoiled’ mean?
- How would you describe a ‘friendly’ town?
- What is the difference between ‘bustling’ and ‘crowded’?
- Can a place be both ‘historic’ and ‘modern’? Explain.
- Why might a rural village be described as ‘peaceful’?
4. Write a short description (5-6 sentences) of your hometown or city using at least three of the adjectives from the list.
Example 1: My hometown is a small, peaceful village with friendly people. It has a historic church that is well-preserved and unspoiled by modern changes. The village is surrounded by rural landscapes, making it a perfect place to relax.
Example 2:
London (transcript)
London is one of the world's most historic cities. It is the home to countless landmarks including Big Ben, the London Eye, and Buckingham Palace to keep you busy throughout the day. But what about when night falls? If you're looking for somewhere to drink and dance, Shoreditch is famous for its lively nightlife and range of clubs, pubs, and bars for you to enjoy. Alternatively, you could take a night tour of some of London's haunting history. Follow in the footsteps of royalty at the famous Tower of London and see for yourself some of London's oldest monuments, unspoiled by the modern age.