[HS] What country would you like visit? Why?

PASSAGE READING

Please read aloud the following passage. I will check your pronunciation as you read.

READ

There are a lot of reasons as to why people love to travel. Some people want to explore, learn about other cultures, appreciate the beauty of different places, and some just want to relax and have fun. Most people say that they feel happier ever since they started traveling.

One of the most visited places around the world is Hong Kong. Some tourists fly all the way to Asia from America or Europe just to visit the country. There are a lot of things to do in the country. Tourists can go to Victoria Peak or ride the Star Ferry and fall in love with the wonderful views of nature. People can also visit the country’s beautiful theme parks and shops in one of the cheapest street markets in the world.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the passage.

ANSWER

1. What are the reasons why people love to travel?

Answer: ______________________________________________________________

2. What is one of the most visited places around the world?

Answer: ______________________________________________________________

3. What can tourists do in Hong Kong?

Answer: ______________________________________________________________

CONSTRUCTING SENTENCES

Please construct sentences using each word below.

PRACTICE

Words and Expressions	Sample Sentences
explore	_______________________________________________
beauty	_______________________________________________
ever since	_______________________________________________
all the way to	_______________________________________________
fall in love with	_______________________________________________

EXPRESSING OPINIONS

Please answer the following questions based on your opinion. Give at least one reason to support your answer.

ANSWER

1. What do you think is the main reason why people travel?

Answer: ______________________________________________________________

2. What do you think is the best country to visit?

Answer: ______________________________________________________________

3. Do you think spending money on traveling is worth it?

Answer: ______________________________________________________________

4. How would you describe a great trip?

Answer: ______________________________________________________________

5. Do you think having tourists visit your country is a good thing?

Answer: ______________________________________________________________

6. What can you say about those people who prefer traveling abroad to traveling in their own country?

Answer: ______________________________________________________________

7. Do you think it’s better to travel alone than with other people?

Answer: ______________________________________________________________