This lesson contains 23 slides, with interactive quizzes, text slides and 5 videos.
Lesson duration is: 50 min
Items in this lesson
Slide 1 - Slide
Today:
You will practice watching and writing
You will learn more about how foreign people view carnival
You will be able to describe Dutch carnival in English
You will learn how to use persuasive arguments in your writing
Slide 2 - Slide
What do you know about carnival?
Slide 3 - Slide
Over to you:
Log into the LessonUp, watch the video
and answer the questions on your phone as they come along
Slide 4 - Slide
Slide 5 - Video
00:24
Why did they celebrate carnival in Egypt?
A
To celebrate the start of Lent
B
To be able to dress up
C
To celebrate the fact that it is winter
D
To celebrate the fact that winter is over
Slide 6 - Quiz
00:50
What does "Carne Vale" mean?
Slide 7 - Open question
01:56
How many tourists came to Rio to celebrate carnival in 2016 and how much money did they spend?
Slide 8 - Open question
03:09
Name at least five countries where carnival is celebrated
Slide 9 - Mind map
Slide 10 - Video
00:23
What does double Dutch mean?
Slide 11 - Open question
01:14
How did people celebrate carnival in medieval times?
Slide 12 - Open question
03:03
What did the people of 's Hertogenbosch do when their mayor tried to ban carnival?
Slide 13 - Open question
Next up: Writing
Slide 14 - Slide
Write a letter (at least 200 words)
Explain whether you celebrate carnival or not and why.
Write down what your plans are for the coming holidays, either carnival-related or not.
You could also write about your past experiences with carnival.
Elaborate on the fact whether you would recommend carnival to a foreigner. Make sure you give at least two reasons why they should or should not go and celebrate.
Finished? Hand in your assignment.
Slide 15 - Slide
Now...
Let's see how well you know carnival music.
You'll see part of a translated carnival song. Write down the name of the artist and title of the song.
Slide 16 - Slide
There’s so much to do here I am and will stay here my whole life Perhaps you know what I mean It always gives a great feeling
Slide 17 - Open question
Slide 18 - Video
Prepare for the worst, be well prepared Keep your head above water in these turbulent times Because later on it will happen It is once and never again The sky will suddenly open up
Slide 19 - Open question
Slide 20 - Video
This sounds strangely good, that will become a party All of us, let's sing Once a year all brakes go off My wife is at home on the couch while I am ...
Slide 21 - Open question
Slide 22 - Video
Goal achieved
Hopefully you will now be able to help confused tourists when they come to the Netherlands during carnival times.
Use the remaining time to prepare for your speaking test with your partner.