The United States of America

The United States of America
Let's learn more about:
the biggest English-speaking country in the world.
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This lesson contains 26 slides, with interactive quizzes, text slides and 2 videos.

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The United States of America
Let's learn more about:
the biggest English-speaking country in the world.

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Today's plan:
1) Introduction to the United States
2) American language test
3) New York City trip

Next lesson's plan:
3) American brands and schools
4) Quiz on America

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What do you know about
the United States of America?

Slide 3 - Mind map

Slide 4 - Video

Slide 5 - Link

New York

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Tours by helicopters are one of the most famous and fun things to do in NYC, especially for first-time visitors. It is the most thrilling way to see NYC’s top landmarks, the Hudson River and its bay. Soar high above the New York City skyline and enjoy the panorama.
Fly on a helicopter and be stunned by the view of NYC! NYCTours by helicopters are one of the most famous and fun things to do in NYC, especially for first-time visitors.
 
It is the most thrilling way to see NYC’s top landmarks, the Hudson River and its bay. Soar high above the New York City skyline and enjoy the panorama. 
Watch a famous Broadway show!
Broadway is the bright beating heart of NYC’s performing arts scene. Watching a Broadway show is one of the most fun things to do in New York City at night, and guaranteed to be an experience like no other.
There is no better place in the world to watch famous worldwide musicals, such as The Lion King or Aladdin!

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Help me plan my trip to New York City
Step 1) Find three original activities you can do in NYC.
Step 2) Write a short text (3 sentences per activity) on why I should visit these activities. You will have 15 minutes for this.
Step 3) E-mail your 3 activities to vtr@veurslyceum.nl
Step 4) Done? Raise your hand for the word search :)

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Today we have:
-> Introduced ourselves to the United States of America
-> Learnt some differences between American and British English
-> Written suggestions for a New York City trip
-> Practiced our reading
Homework:
Finish your e-mail assignment
-> Find three original activities you can do in NYC. Write a short text (3 sentences) on why I should visit these activities. E-mail your activities to svta@mariscollege.nl
-> Finish the reading text

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The United States of America
Let's learn about:
the biggest English-speaking country in the world.

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The United States of America
What do you remember?

Slide 11 - Mind map

Slide 12 - Video

Name one similarity (gelijkenis) and one difference (verschil) between Dutch and American schools

Slide 13 - Open question

United States brands battle

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How to win:
1) Listen to the question
2) Think of or look up 3 examples
3) Raise your hand when you are sure of your answer
4) The first one to  raise their hands and give 3 right answers wins a point

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Round 1: Fast food

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Round 1: Fast food
Possible right answers:
- McDonald's
- Burger King
- Kentucky Fried Chicken
- Starbucks
- Subway

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Round 2: American cars

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Round 2: American cars
Examples:
Ford
Chevrolet
Tesla
Jeep
Dodge

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Round 3: Clothing brands

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Round 3: Clothing brands
Examples:
Levi's
Nike
Ralph Lauren
Calvin Klein
Tommy Hilfiger

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Round 4: Technology

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Round 4: Technology
Examples:
Apple
Facebook
Google
Amazon
Microsoft


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Round 5: Sports teams

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Round 5: Sports teams
Examples:
New York Yankees
Los Angeles Lakers
Dallas Cowboys
LA Galaxy
New York Giants

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