Grammar included: “Received Pronunciation”
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SECTION ONE
Phrasal Verbs: TRAVEL
**1. To set off**
Description: To start a journey.
Example Sentence: We plan to set off for the mountains at dawn.
**2. To check in**
Description: To register upon arrival, especially at a hotel or an airport.
Example Sentence: You need to check in at least two hours before your flight.
**3. To drop off**
Description: To let someone or something exit a vehicle; often used with passengers.
Example Sentence: I will drop you off at the train station on my way to work.
**4. To pick up**
Description: To collect someone or something, often in a vehicle.
Example Sentence: Can you pick up some postcards while you’re visiting Paris?
**5. To look around**
Description: To explore or visit a place without a specific purpose, just observing.
Example Sentence: We looked around the old town for a few hours during our trip.
**6. To take off**
Description: When an aircraft departs from the ground and begins flight.
Example Sentence: Our plane is scheduled to take off at 3 PM.
**7. Get in**
Description: To arrive at a destination, particularly using transportation.
Example Sentence: What time does the train get in to London?
**8. To head out**
Description: To begin to go somewhere; to leave a place and start traveling.
Example Sentence: We are heading out at daybreak to avoid traffic.
**9. A stop over**
Description: To stay at a place for one night or a few days on the way to somewhere else or before returning home.
Example Sentence: We decided to stop over in Iceland for two nights to break up the long flight.
**10. To check out**
Description: To leave accommodation after paying and returning any keys.
Example Sentence: We need to check out of the hotel by 11 AM, so let’s pack our bags early.
Remember that during the lesson we are continuing our RP practice to be able to improve our pronunciation and diction.
SECTION TWO
INTRODUCTION: Scotland, with its lush landscapes and storied past, offers a plethora of sights for curious travellers. Edinburgh, the capital, charmed visitors with its historic Royal Mile, where they sauntered past old stone buildings and entered the majestic Edinburgh Castle that perched above the city.
Many tourists frequented Stirling Castle, marvelled at its grandeur, and learned about Scotland’s tumultuous history. In the highlands, adventurers hiked through glens and ascended rolling hills that promised breathtaking views. Nature enthusiasts journeyed to Loch Ness and scanned the waters for the mythical Nessie.
Others embarked on scenic drives through the countryside, admired ancient standing stones and gasped at the sheer beauty of the Isle of Skye’s rugged coastline.
History buffs explored crumbling ruins of abbeys and castles that dotted the landscape. People also stopped by distilleries, savoured traditional Scotch whisky, and relished tales of old clan rivalries. Photographers captured the solemn beauty of Glencoe and rejoiced at the opportunity to photograph one of Scotland’s most iconic landscapes.
At nightfall, visitors recounted their experiences under starry Highland skies, forever etched by Scotland’s enchanting allure.
SECTION THREE
Scotland boasts an array of fascinating destinations steeped in history, culture, and natural beauty. Here’s a short description of the ten most intriguing places to visit: Watch each short movie clip and then formulate three questions to ask your teacher. (ADVANCED STUDENTS>>) Each question must contain one example of a perfect tense when asked.
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- One vocabulary question about a word that is new for you.
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Video One
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SECTION FOUR Advanced grammar)
Defining and non-defining relative clauses are types of clauses that describe nouns in more detail.
A defining relative clause (also known as a restrictive relative clause) provides essential information about the noun it modifies. It is necessary to understand exactly which person or thing we are talking about. Without this clause, the sentence’s meaning would be incomplete or significantly altered. In written English, it does not have commas.
For example:
– The book that I bought yesterday is fascinating.
Here, “that I bought yesterday” is a defining relative clause pointing out which book is being described.
A non-defining relative clause (also known as a non-restrictive or parenthetical clause) provides extra information that can be left out without changing the meaning of the sentence. It is not essential to identify the noun being described, and in written English, it’s typically set off by commas.
For example:
– My brother, who lives in New York, is visiting me next week.
Here, “who lives in New York” is a non-defining relative clause giving additional information about “my brother.” Whether he lives in New York or not doesn’t change the fact that he’s visiting next week – it’s just extra information.
When you write sentences, consider whether the information provided by a relative clause is vital to the point you’re making. Use defining clauses without commas when it is and use non-defining clauses with commas when the info adds something supplementary. Remember that non-defining clauses cannot be used with pronouns “that” or “whose,” and they are more common in written English than spoken English.
SECTION FIVE
Homework Section
Video Two
Edinburgh: the capital of Scotland
Now formulate your three questions.
Video Three
Glen Coe. The site of a famous battle between the English and the Scottish.
Now formulate your three questions
SECTION SIX
Idioms and expressions in English are very important. TRAVEL IDIOMS AND EXPRESSIONS
1. To hit the road – This idiom means to begin a journey.
Example: We packed our bags, hit the road early, and headed for the mountains.
2. Off the beaten path – This refers to a place that is not popular or crowded with tourists.
Example: We wanted an authentic experience, so we went off the beaten path and found a hidden beach.
3. Catch the travel bug – This expression means to develop a passion for traveling.
Example: Ever since I went to Italy last summer, I’ve caught the travel bug.
4. To travel on a shoestring – To travel on a shoestring means to travel with very little money and spend as little as possible.
Example: Backpacking through Southeast Asia really taught me how to travel on a shoestring.
5. To have itchy feet – This idiom describes a strong desire to go somewhere new or change your environment.
Example: After two years of working without a break, I’m getting itchy feet again.
6. To rack up miles – To accumulate many miles traveled, often through driving or flying.
Example: I’ve racked up so many miles this year that I qualified for elite status with the airline.
7. To go the extra mile – This means making a special effort or going beyond what is expected, often in service or hospitality.
Example: The hotel staff really went the extra mile to make our honeymoon unforgettable.
8. To set sail – Originally used for ships beginning their voyage, it now can mean to start a journey or embark on an adventure.
Example: Tomorrow we set sail for our tour of the Caribbean islands!
9. At a crossroads – This metaphorical phrase signifies a point at which a crucial decision must be made that will have significant consequences.
Example: I’m at a crossroads; should I continue my nomadic lifestyle or settle down?
10. To blaze a trail – To pioneer in an endeavor, or go through uncharted territory by doing something innovative; in travel, it might mean visiting unexplored areas.
Example: With their trip through the Amazon, they really blazed a trail for eco-tourism in the area.
SECTION SEVEN
How to pronounce the ‘ed’ sounds in regular verbs.
‘ED’ practice text
In this text remember that we are practicing our RP but at the same time we are going to practice how to pronounce the ‘ed’ in regular verbs. Here is an explanation.
In English, the pronunciation of the past tense suffix “-ed” varies and is determined by the final sound of the root verb:
1. /t/ Sound: We use this sound when the root verb ends in voiceless consonants (except for /t/), such as /p/, /k/, /s/, /ʃ/ (sh), /ʧ/ (ch), and /f/. For example:
– “walk” becomes “walked” and is pronounced as /wa: kt/
– “laugh” becomes “laughed” and is pronounced as /laugh: ft/
2. /d/ Sound: We use this sound with root verbs ending in voiced sounds, which include all vowel sounds and voiced consonants (except for /d/), such as /b/, /g/, /v/, /z/, etc. For example:
– “call” becomes “called” and is pronounced as /ca lld/
– “rob” becomes “robbed” and is pronounced as /rob bd/
3. /ɪd/ or just /d/ Sound: We use this sound distinctly when the root verb ends in either a /t/ or a /d/. This additional syllable makes it easier to pronounce. For example:
– “want” becomes “wanted” and is pronounced as /ˈwant: id/
– “need” becomes “needed” and is pronounced as /ˈneed: id/
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