Упр.1 Юнит 8 Урок 1 ГДЗ English Кузовлев 10 класс

Unit 8. Is travelling the way to go?

1. Look through the Unit and say:
   • what the Unit might be about;
   • what you will learn in the Unit;
   • what topics/problems the Unit is based on;
   • what other topics related to the content of the Unit you would like to discuss.
2. Choose any picture from the Unit and decide how it is related to the content of the Unit.
3. Look through the headings of the projects on p. 203 and choose one you would like to do.
4. Find useful sites on the Internet with interesting information on the topic.

Lesson 1. What do people travel for?

1. As the world has opened up, travelling has become an extremely popular pastime. Here are some people talking about travelling.

   Vocabulary. What do the people think about travelling? Find out the meaning of the highlighted words on p. 213.

   In my opinion, if we want to become a more cultured and wise people, travelling is the way to go. I think travelling is very much a learning experience. The type of learning we get from travelling is not the type of learning we get in a classroom. It’s better. It’s practical and it could help us in our everyday lives. As a traveller, I am constantly thrown in to unknown places and I come face to face with cultures completely different from my own. So, I ought to learn quickly in order to adapt. Thus, travelling broadens my mind and enriches my knowledge of life greatly.

   (Peter B.)

   When I travel, I interact with people from different countries and I’m able to learn first-hand not only the geography of the area I visit, but also its cultural features. People from different parts of the world live in different cultures where they do things differently. Learning other cultures teaches me that being different doesn’t always mean better or worse, just different. Having a better understanding of someone’s culture allows me to better deal with foreigners. I believe, it makes me become a more tolerant, adaptable and patient person. So, travelling can be an excellent way of breaking stereotypes about other people’s customs and religious beliefs caused through simple lack of travel experience.

   (David L.)

   I personally think that travelling opens up our minds not only to foreign countries, but also to the places we live in. Staying in a different place for some time and meeting foreigners can give us insight into our own lives. Travelling can also deepen an appreciation for our native land. Visiting places to see how others live can create a sense of gratitude for our native land. Sometimes distance simply makes things clearer.

   (Ann K.)

   Travelling allows me to enjoy the natural wonders of the world and rich cultural heritage of different countries. For me, it is the best chance to see and fully appreciate the world’s greatest sites of which I have previously only read or seen pictures. Shows or books can never portray the reality. Seeing famous places with my own eyes is very different from seeing them on TV. Nothing compares to visiting ancient sites, viewing the majestic beauty of the landscapes and landmarks, touching the walls of ancient castles, standing near the magnificent monuments or exploring the mysterious ruins.

   (Megan L.)

   My parents and I travel a lot. Our curiosity makes us travel. For me, travelling creates an occasion to take part in activities that I could never try at home. I feel great when I manage to conquer my fears or challenge myself. My travel experiences me to grow and to make decisions. Travelling teaches me how to manage difficulties. As a result, by testing myself with new opportunities, I do not only widen my skills but also become more confident.

   (Harry S.)

   The only reason for my travelling is escaping from my daily routine. When my parents and I travel, we feel at ease. There is nothing like a lovely holiday to some remote destination to help us to forget our small problems and everyday chores. I’m sure that everyone should get away from the routine of everyday life sometimes and set aside the stress of daily challenges. More than that, travelling brings me a lot of fond memories about the places I have visited and amusing stories that I can tell back home to friends.

   (Liza M.)

2. Which of the speakers express the following ideas? Prove it from the stories.

   • Travelling is necessary for an educated person.
   • Travelling expands our life experience.
   • When we travel, we are relaxed.
   • Going to faraway places helps us to forget about our everyday problems.
   • Travelling opens up our eyes to the diversity of the world.
   • Travelling brings historical sites to life.
   • Tourism contributes to intercultural understanding.
   • Travelling is the chance to conquer people’s fears.
   • Going abroad can give a positive attitude towards your own country.
   • Travelling lets tourists observe cultural values of the countries they visit.
3. Which of the speakers’ opinions about travelling do you share?