Unit 9
Lesson 1
Activity Book page 49
Vocabulary
1. Look at the following words related to architecture.
- a type of beautiful writing? Calligraphy.
- an adjective meaning ‘incredible’? spectacular.
- a curved structure supporting the weight of a roof or wall? Arch.
- a structure from which jets of water are pumped out? Fountain.
- an open area of ground surrounded by walls or buildings? Courtyard.
- a rounded roof of a building? Dome.
- ornamental work done with a paste that dries very hard and solid? Plasterwork.
2. Complete the text with words from exercise 1.
King Abdullah I Mosque in Amman was built by the late King Hussein as a memorial to his grandfather. This (1) spectacular place of worship for Muslims is covered by a huge blue (2) dome that is beautifully made of mosaic. Up to 7,000 worshippers inside, and another 3,000 outside, gather for Friday prayers. The outside (3) courtyard is extremely peaceful. It contains wide gardens and great (4) fountains.
GRAMMAR
GRAMMAR: The Present Simple Passive
3. Complete the sentences in the Present Simple Passive using the verbs in brackets.
1- Guests are taken (take) to the hotel by helicopter.
2- French is spoken (speak) in some countries in Africa.
3- This building is regarded (regard) as a masterpiece.
4- All the rooms are equipped (equip) with the latest technology.
5- This sculpture is described (describe) as a symbol of the city in guidebooks.
6- Many palaces around the world are constructed (construct) from marble.
7- Alhambra Palace is considered (consider) an important tourist attraction in Spain because of its rich Islamic history.
VOCABULARY
4. Choose the correct alternative.
- You can see the coral reefs from the boat – the bottom of the boat is made of metal / glass.
- The bride’s dress is made of the fi nest brass / silk from China.
- CD cases break easily because they are made of plastic / metal.
- Burj Khalifa is constructed from strong steel / diamond.
- Objects that are made of steel / wood, like tables and chairs, burn easily.
- The statue is made of silver / bronze, which is polished to make it brown and shiny.
- The king’s crown is made of marble / gold.
- Knives, forks and other utensils used for eating are made of lightweight silk / metal.
GRAMMAR
5. Rewrite the sentences in the Present Simple Passive. Include by if necessary.
1- People ride bicycles in China.
Bicycles are ridden in China.
2- They make helicopters in the USA.
Helicopters are made in the USA..
3- People don’t speak English only in the UK.
English is not only spoken by people in the UK .
4- A chauffeur usually drives a limousine.
A limousine is usually driven by a chauffeur.
5- Visitors take a lot of photos.
A lot of photos are taken by visitors.
6- Do they use computers at your school?
Are computers used at your school ?
7- Do architects design buildings?
Are buildings designed by architects ?
8- The doctor treats patients in hospital.
Patients are treated by the doctor in hospital.
6. Complete the sentences with the Present Simple Passive form of the verbs from the box.
1- The statue is sculpted from bronze.
2- A building is designed, by an architect, who draws the plans. Then it is built by a construction company.
3- The windows are made of glass.
4- A lot of cars are produced in Japan.
5-The gold ring is decorated with tiny diamonds.
6- A sharpener is used for sharpening a pencil.
WRITING
7. Write about objects in your home and town. What are they made of? Choose five of these materials to use in your description.
Students’ own answers.
Reading
8. Read the text and answer the questions.
1- In your own words, describe what medical tourism is. Students’ own answers.
2- List three reasons why Jordan is chosen as a medical tourism destination.
Treatment in Jordan can cost 10-30% less than that in the United States; most nationalities do not require a visa to enter the Jordanian borders; and hospitals and medical centres offer treatments for simple diseases as well as major ones.
3- Why are the resorts at the Dead Sea mostly preferred?
The resorts at the Dead Sea are mostly preferred because of their use of its therapeutic waters and mud.
4- Do you agree that medical tourism in Jordan is healthy, fun and affordable? Why?
Students’ own answers.
9. Find words and phrases in the text with the following meanings.
1- a sickness that affects the human body disease.
2- relating to the curing of disease therapeutic.
3- a treatment that heals a disease cure.
4- pain in the head headache.
5- relating to or affecting respiration respiratory.
6- an advantage obtained from something benefit.
7- a place that is a famous destination for tourists resort.
WRITING: A FACTFILE
10. Write a factfile describing a place of beauty in Jordan, such as a natural reserve.
First, do some research to find out and make notes of the following aspects of the area:
● scenery
● weather
● wildlife
● vegetation Second, make a list of all the things to do and see there for people who are interested in that place:
● physical activities and sports
● photography
● bird-watching
● art and writing.
Students’ own answers.
11. Now, write a factfile describing your chosen place. Remember to use adjectives to make your writing interesting.
Students’ own answers.