1、 I like activity holidays, where we swim or, cycle or um, do boat trips or skiing, walking, that kind of thing.W4: Activity holidays really.M2: I really like beach holidays.W5: I love to go on beach holidays.W6: We like relaxing holidays.W7: We like all sorts of holidays. Er, relaxing ones and city
2、breaks especially.Part 2 Where did you go on your last holiday? My last holiday was to the Cook Islands, and, um, I had a fantastic time. I just sat on the beach and did not (do) very much read a couple of books, um, and went kayaking and did some other water sports. The last holiday I went on was,
3、um, to Bali, um, in Asia. We went to Saint Lucia last year, where we had a relaxing holiday on the beach, reading our books and swimming. Weve got two young children, so our last holiday we went to Disneyland in Paris.M3: Last year I went to Australia with my mom and friends and that was pretty much
4、 a beach holiday. We were there for two and a half weeks and it was very good, very warm. We went to New York, er, five ladies! Um, and it was the most wonderful place, wonderful theaters, er, wonderful nightlife and safe. My last holiday, I went to Rome. Er, we saw the Coliseum, the Spanish Steps.
5、Um, one night there was live opera there. Our last holiday was a city holiday, and we went to New York and had a great time just before Christmas. We did lots of shopping and looking (looked) at all the sights. And once wed had three days in, er, in New York, we then went to stay, to stay with frien
6、ds up in Maine in New England.Part 3 Um, my last holiday, I went to France, to southern France, to see some friends of mine who live there. The last holiday, I went to Mauritius and it was good. It was relaxing; it was a beach holiday. The food was fantastic great seafood and the people were lovely.
7、 They have really good food there. Amazing ice cream! I thoroughly enjoyed, er, every minute. Very relaxing. Lovely weather. It was a great place. The boys really enjoyed it. It was fantastic.ListeningM: So, how do you usually travel? By plane or train?W: Er train. I think traveling by train is more
8、 comfortable than flying. And I dont like flying. I put “plane” because flying is faster than going by train. Not always! OK, next question. Where do you like to stay: in a hotel or a self-catering apartment? In an apartment. And you? Hmm, in a hotel. Oh. But a hotel is more expensive than an apartm
9、ent! Yeah, but its more comfortable. Hmm next question. What do you prefer to do: go sightseeing or relax on a beach? Oh, thats easy! I hate beach holidays! Boring! OK theres one we answered the same. So we agree about that. Yeah, sightseeings definitely more interesting! Right. When do you like to
10、go: in spring or summer? Er in spring I dont really like hot weather. Tourist places are more crowded in summer. True. But the weathers better. Summer is hotter than spring. I love hot weather. Well, we dont agree there. Anyway, next question. What do you like to eat: local dishes or the food you us
11、ually eat? Local dishes, I think. You? Definitely! Thats two answers the same! Hmm, interesting. Next what do you like to do in the evening? Go to a club or go to a restaurant? Well, go to a restaurant. Oh, good. Me, too. Its much quieter than a club. Yes, I agree. Restaurants are quieter hmm, more
12、relaxing. And the last question how long is your perfect holiday? Er, three months. You cant have three months! The answer is either a week or a month. OK, a month then. Me, too! So weve got four answers the same! Maybe we can travel together ViewingN = Nicki; W = Woman; M = Man; J = Juan; F = Juans
13、 fatherN: And finally, the country that Im in: Argentina. The 20-lane Avenue 9th July is the widest street on the planet and if you need to know where you are in the city, its an easy reference point as it cuts through the metropolis from north to south. La Boca, the port where the first Spaniards l
14、anded, is one of the poorest regions in the city. The people of La Boca share one of Argentinas greatest passions: football. From its slums have come some of the greatest players and its most famous team. La Boca is where Diego Maradona, one of footballs leading legends, began his career. So why is
15、football so important to Argentinians? Because we are a very passionate country. We are Latins. In every way, we have passion, for football, for music. We are also famous for the tango. People started dancing the tango in the 1800s. Its a dance full of passion and emotion. Ive been riding on and off
16、 since I was eight or nine and I love horses and Ive never played polo before and apparently Argentina is the place to learn. Morning, Juan. Morning, Gada. First lesson: getting on the horse.J: Come on, Nicki. You can do it! I can do it. Ive got to do one, havent I? Here we go! Ola, Nicki! Yes! That
17、 was one! One out of a hundred! The British originally came to Argentina for meat. Today, Argentina is still famous for its beef. Its considered the best beef in the world. Big meat-eaters over here, arent you? Yeah. I think the, the average (consumption) of meat per person in Argentina per year is
18、like 80 kilos in one year. Thats a lot! The average. So, thats its a lot. You cant be a vegetarian, can you, with all this fantastic meat? If you want, we have very good vegetables here! Very social, isnt it? As you say, with family and friends, good table, good wine, you share wonderful moments. Ne
19、ver less than two, three hours. Thats it from Argentina and Holiday 10 Best. Join us next time. Goodbye!Speaking for communicationRole-playWa = Waiter; W = WomanWa: Good evening. A table for two? Yes, please. By the window? Thats fine. Can I take your coats?M/W: Thank you. Would you like something t
20、o drink? Er yes, please. Could I have an orange juice? And Id like a cola, please. And can we have a bottle of mineral water? Certainly. Er the menu Tonights special is Chicken la Chef de Saint Germaine de Paris Rive Gauche. Whats that? Its grilled chicken with potatoes and green beans. Is it French
21、? Er not really But it has a French name. Well, thats true Its very good Are you ready to order? Yes, Id like some soup and the special. The same for me, please.Group discussionM = Man; We want to talk about Rimini, an old city on the Adriatic coast in Italy. Its got a beautiful beach and you can sw
22、im in the sea in the summer. One of the most important places in Rimini is the cathedral, and also the Arch of Augustus. Ah, but for me the most important place is the beach. Yes, for me, too. And at night, the bars on the beach You can go dancing its really good fun And what about the food? Well, a
23、 typical food from Rimini is puntarelle or pasta with fresh vegetables, but the fish is really amazing. The city is by the sea so the fish is very fresh. So, we think Rimini is a beautiful, relaxing place. You can sit on the beach all day, eat great food and dance all night.Further practice in liste
24、ningShort conversationConversation 1 Friday is a public holiday. Shall we go and spend the long weekend on the farm? We could leave on Thursday night. Id rather go on Friday. My best friend from New York is coming here for a business conference and I have invited him to dinner on Thursday.Q: Why can
25、t the man leave on Thursday?Conversation 2 Have they finished discussing their vacation plans? Have they reached an agreement? They only seem to have agreed to set another date for further discussion. They will wait and see. What is the result of the discussion?Conversation 3 Im so happy that I have
26、 bought some Christmas gifts in less than half a day. You know, sometimes I cant find anything good enough even after shopping for a full day. Here is a new lamp for you. Some gifts! I can hardly find space for the new lamp here. What does the man think of the woman?Conversation 4 Jane, weve got a p
27、roblem. We dont have enough money to go to Europe on vacation as planned. Im thinking of giving up my job and finding another if my boss still refuses to give me a raise. Well, I dont know. But maybe we can stop hiring a cleaner. What problem are the man and woman talking about?Conversation 5 My fam
28、ily are going on a beach holiday next month as a celebration. My son has been admitted to his first choice university. Congratulations! Thats a great way to celebrate. What can we learn from the conversation?Long conversation Katy, Jason called inviting you to his Halloween party! Ugh, Dad! I dont w
29、ant to go to Jasons party! I went last year! There were only six people there! Katy! You cant judge the success of a party by the number of people who attend! Besides Jason and his family are old friends! Youve known him since you were three years old! I know Dad but Halloween is my favorite holiday My favorite! An
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