Smart Planet 3 Unit 5 Culture

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1 69 Read and listen to the text. Are the

sentences T (True) or F (False)? Correct the
false sentences.
Camping in New Zealand 1 Only local people enjoy camping in New Zealand.
Camping in New Zealand is a popular pastime
with locals and tourists. There are not many
outdoor pleasures greater than sitting around a 2 You can find campsites only in some
campfire on a clear evening. There are hundreds areas of the country.
of campsites all over the country, some of which
are inside national parks.
3 There are lots of outdoor activities to choose
You can also drive along the coast and find a from in New Zealand.
perfect place to camp near the beach. If you talk
to the local people, they might even be able to tell 4 Holiday parks are recommended for people who
you about local beauty spots which you can’t find want to be more comfortable.
in any guide books.
The variety of activities on offer in New Zealand
is incredible: animal watching (birds, dolphins, 2 Complete the sentences with the words in
whales, penguins and seals, among others); the box.
sports (snowboarding and skiing); water activities;
visiting wildlife parks; or finding out about the beauty spot campsites
Maori
ˉ culture. national park guidebooks

But if you want to be closer to civilization and 1 I only like camping at with
its comforts, there are also lots of holiday parks showers and toilets!
that you can stay at. These can provide you with 2 We don’t buy anymore – we
everything you need, as well as different activities look up information on the Internet.
to keep the whole family happy. 3 The village where I live is now in a
– a protected area of the
countryside where people can’t build.
4 There’s a famous where I
grew up, with a lake and an amazing view of the
mountains.

3 Work with a partner. Answer the questions.

Have you ever been camping? Tell your partner
about your experience. If not, would you like to go?
Why/Why not?

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