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课件网) Unit 2 Travelling Around Reading and Thinking Task 1 Reading Text 1 Read the encyclopedia entry carefully and find out following information. Location Geographic characteristic (3 main areas) History in the 1400s and 1500s from the 1500s to 1821 Language on the Pacific coast of South America narrow, dry, flat land running along the coast the Andes Mountains the Amazon rainforest centre of Inca Empire Spain conquered it Spanish—the main official language narrow, dry, flat land the Andes Mountains the Amazon Jungle Lake Titicaca the highest lake in the world high flat plains Lima Cuzco Tour Acitivitities Means of transport Amazon Rainforest boating，hiking，exploring nature Machu Picchu Cusco Lake Titicaca flight, boat walking in the mountains，exploring the ancient city visiting themuseums，admiring the architecture，enjoying the local food，and shopping at the local markets car, boat walking enjoying the beautiful countryside，staying with local family natural historical cultural Task 2 What do we need to do to prepare for the trip get a passport apply for a visa book tickets order a hotel buy a guidebook pack some clothes rent a car Research the local weather Listen and fill in the blanks Making reservations Opening _____ can I help you _____ to buy a plane ticket Talking about time _____ are you avelling On the 23rd of December. Talking about what you prefer There are two flights... Which_____ Would_____ travel business class or economy _____book a returen flight this time The 9:30 flight, please. _____ to travel business class. No,_____. I'm taking the train back. Other information _____your name ,Sir Robert Williams. Payment to pay By credit card. How I'd like I'd like Would you like to On what date you like to do you prefer thank you May I have May I ask how you would like Task3 Task 4 Booking scenic spot tickets Tour Acitivitities Means of transport Amazon Rainforest boating，hiking，exploring nature Machu Picchu Cusco Lake Titicaca flight, boat walking in the mountains，exploring the ancient city visiting themuseums，admiring the architecture，enjoying the local food，and shopping at the local markets car, boat walking enjoying the beautiful countryside，staying with local family natural historical cultural Mike A well-paid photographer, who has great interest in adventuring and exploration. He hopes to have an active holiday and shoot some pictures of different kinds of animals. He doesn't need advanced accommodation. Bill Mary A reporter ,who not only enjoys learning about the culture and lifestyle of the country, but also likes admiring beautiful scenery. He needs to make a report about the local people’s life of this country. A designer, is planning to make a trip to a place, where she can enjoy the different architecture of this country and some excellent food.She also likes going shopping. Help the following travelers choose which tour to take and give reasons. Useful ... ...
