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LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐
breathtaking
[ breth-tey-king ]
adjective
The view from my bedroom window was absolutely breathtaking.
landmark
[ 'land-mahrk ]
noun
The Ambassador Hotel is a Los Angeles landmark.
disturbance
[ dih-'stur-buhns ]
noun
Phone calls are the biggest disturbance at work.
mistaken someone or something for
I often mistake her for her twin sister.
look around
phrase
When we went to Boston, we only had a couple of hours to look around.
LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚
A. get away
- to go somewhere for a holiday, especially when you need a rest
Dialogue
Take
Martha
It definitely is. I'm glad we could finally get away after the pandemic.
Take
Same here. It was more than 3 years since the last time we traveled.
B. stop off
- to pause a trip in one place before continuing
Dialogue
Take
Hi, John. I'm sorry but there will be a slight change in my plans. I have to stop off in Paris to meet a client. Can you pick me up at the airport at 3pm instead of 12 noon?
John
Sure, not a problem. I'll make sure to be at the airport before your arrival.
C. tourist trap
- a place that attracts many tourists
Dialogue
Sally
Wow, this is such a lovely photo. Who took this?
Anna
My sister did. It has always been my dream to visit one of the most famous tourist traps in the world - Paris!
Sally
I wish I could go there with you!
D. run-down
- in a bad condition through lack of care or repair
Dialogue
Taka
Are you sure this is our hotel? This looks run-down.
Anna
I know. I've mistaken it for another hotel while making the reservation. But don't worry I'll make a new reservation tonight.
Taka
That's alright. We can just transfer hotels tomorrow.
E. out of season
- at a time of year when a tourist destination is less popular
Dialogue
Sally
How's your Europe trip Amy? Are you having so much fun?
Cindy
Yes, I always love to travel alone especially when it's out of season. I could look around the place with less noise and disturbance.
Sally
I see. Why don't we travel together next time? I remember we both dream of visiting Japan in spring. Let's book a ticket when you get back here.
F. check out something
- to find out how interesting something is
Dialogue
Melly
Have you checked out the zoo I recommended?
Cindy
Yes, thank you. It was better than we expected. My son was a bit scared of the giraffe at first but later on enjoyed feeding it.
Melly
That's great to hear. Enjoy your safari trip!
LET'S PRACTICE!
PART I
Direction: Fill in the blanks with the correct phrasal verb. Make sure to use the correct tenses.
| get away | run-down |
| stop off | out of season |
| check out something | tourist trap |
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I need to from the city and relax at the beach for a few days.
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I avoid eating at restaurants that are too close to the main square because they tend to be .
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The playground equipment in the park is so old and that it's not safe for kids to play on.
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Let's at the bakery to buy some fresh bread for our picnic.
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We went to the amusement park , so we didn't have to wait in line for any of the rides.
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Before we leave the museum, let's the gift shop to see if there's anything we like.
PART II
Direction: Listen as your mentor reads the statements twice. Then, repeat after your mentor.
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PART III
Direction: Describe the picture using the words or phrases provided.
1. ( tourist trap / Taj Mahal )
Answer:
2. ( run-down / hotels and buildings )
Answer:
This view is just breathtaking. Isn't it?