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Monday 20 January 2014

Visit Portugal



 

 Watch the video  and put the words into the gaps in the text



On the western (1)_______ of Europe, where the land meets the sea and the winds carry the warm scents of Africa, there is a country of friendly and (2)______ people. A country of contrasts, whose (3)_________is one of its greatest treasures, of lands where nature has remained (4)________and time of history have stopped. A realm of endless (5)______and beaches (6)_______ by the Atlantic and caressed by the sun. Portugal, a country that needs to be deeply (7)_______ to be understood. A country of artists, whose works have made Portugal world renowned.

Its long history can be seen in its imposing, (8)_____ where we can spend a night within walls that have protected kings, (9)______ and the marche of time itself. In fairy-tale (10)______, surrounded by enchanted forests abundant with romantic walks and (11)_____ areas, where even those already in love develop new passions. But Portugal has also another facet, where the (12)______ of the past and the excitement of the future live side by side.
A young and (13)______ nation that lives intensely 24 hours a day. A vibrant country full of (14)______ where the sun shines all year round. In mountains that can take the (15)_____ away from even the most experienced travellers. In places where the grandeur of the landscape is rivalled only by the majesty of the (16)_____. And even when you think you have seen everything, Portugal has something more to offer: the possibility of doing (17)_______!
        Relax and enjoy the endless beaches of a country with 850 km of (18)______. And after a busy day start your evening with a great meal because in a country with centuries of history and some of the best (19)_____ in the world (20)_______ has become a highly appreciated art. Portugal is all this and much more: a marvellous and captivating country from the very first moment you arrive. A unique country that offers a thousand and one things to do. Embark on an (21)______ journey. Take a deep breath and dive into an unforgettable experience.
diversity
untouched
washed
plains
experienced 
hospitable
edge

grandeur
castles
palaces
secluded
caliphs

fauna
nothing
colour
breath
welcoming

exciting
cooking
coastline
wines





1 Translate  words and word combinations  from English into  Ukrainian and use them in your own sentences

Treasure; realm; enchanted forest; facet; vibrant country; hospitable; grandeur; secluded; coastline.

 

2 Comprehension questions
1.     Where is Portugal situated?
2.     What is one of Portugal’s greatest treasures?
3.     Where can the country’s long history be seen?
4.     What facet does Portugal have?
5.     Does the sun shine all year round in Portugal?
6.     What can take the breath away from even the most experienced traveler?
7.     What can Portugal offer the tourists?
8.     How long is the coastline of Portugal?
9.     What kind of activities can Portugal offer?
10. How do past and future coexist in Portugal?

 

3 Say if the following statements are true according to the text.
1.     Portugal is situated in Europe.
2.     Nature and environment in Portugal are polluted.
3.     Portugal is a unique country that offers a chance to swim in the ocean.
4.     It is often sunny in Portugal.
5.     Castles have long history.
6.     Portugal is a country for romantic holiday. 
7.     There are no mountains in Portugal.
8.     Fauna in Portugal is even more impressive than its landscape.
9.     Portugal is famous for its culinary traditions.
10. Portuguese wine is not famous in the world.