carnival - watching and writing

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 2,3

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

What do you know about carnival?

Over to you:

Log into the LessonUp, watch the video

and answer the questions on your phone as they come along

00:24

Why did they celebrate carnival in Egypt?

1. To celebrate the start of Lent
2. To be able to dress up
3. To celebrate the fact that it is winter
4. To celebrate the fact that winter is over

00:50

What does "Carne Vale" mean?

01:56

How many tourists came to Rio to celebrate carnival in 2016 and how much money did they spend?

03:09

Name at least five countries
where carnival is celebrated

00:23

What does double Dutch mean?

01:14

How did people celebrate carnival in medieval times?

03:03

What did the people of 's Hertogenbosch do when their mayor tried to ban carnival?

Next up: Writing

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. 

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.

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

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

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 ...

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.