The United States of America

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vmbo k
• Leerjaar 1

The United States of America

Let's learn about:

the biggest English-speaking country in the world.

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

What do you know about
the United States of America?

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New York

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!

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 [e-mail]

Step 4) Done? Raise your hand for the word search :)

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 [e-mail]

-> Finish the reading text

The United States of America

Let's learn about:

the biggest English-speaking country in the world.

The United States of America
What do you remember?

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

United States brands battle

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

Round 1: Fast food

Round 1: Fast food

Possible right answers:

- McDonald's

- Burger King

- Kentucky Fried Chicken

- Starbucks

- Subway

Round 2: American cars

Round 2: American cars

Examples:

Ford

Chevrolet

Tesla

Jeep

Dodge

Round 3: Clothing brands

Round 3: Clothing brands

Examples:

Levi's

Nike

Ralph Lauren

Calvin Klein

Tommy Hilfiger

Round 4: Technology

Round 4: Technology

Examples:

Apple

Facebook

Google

Amazon

Microsoft

Round 5: Sports teams

Round 5: Sports teams

Examples:

New York Yankees

Los Angeles Lakers

Dallas Cowboys

LA Galaxy

New York Giants