1a. Observe the introduction to the contest launched on the 4Teen website. Deliberate over the queries.
It encourages people to share interesting stories about the past
2. Who do you think sent in the stories to the competition?
I think elderly people sent in the stories to the competition.
3. What do you think the stories below are about?
The first story tells about the work of a postman in a remote area. The second one is about life and traditions in Baffin Island long time ago.
b. Read the narratives and identify the terms that signify.
2. tell: pass on: kể
3. behave towards (somebody): treat: đối xử
4. a cubed chunk: block: khối
5. to live in difficult conditions: survive: sống sót, tồn tại
6. a vehicle that travels over snow: dogsleg: xe trượt tuyết do chó kéo
3. Collaborate in groups. Deliberate over the inquiries.
It was difficult to travel to the village on the mountain.
2. Why were most villagers illiterate?
There was no school in the villages.
3. Why did the people in Baffin Island use ice blocks to build their house?
There were no other materials available in that deserted land.
4. Why did each house have only one room?
It was impossible to build a big house with several rooms in the ice and snow.
4. Which replies correspond to which tale?
Story 1: 2,4.
Story 2: 1,3,5.
1. Thật đáng kinh ngạc khi di chuyển bằng xe tuyết do chó kéo. Tôi ước tôi có thể làm được.
2. Công việc khó khăn nhưng đáng giá. Tôi khâm phục anh ấy vì những gì anh ấy đã làm.
3. Không thể tin được! Làm thế nào họ có thể chịu đựng cái lạnh như vậy?
4. Tôi hy vọng họ bây giờ có thể nhận được nhiều thông tin hơn từ thế giới bên ngoài.
5. Có thể trồng cây được không?
5. Collaborate in groups. Devise a narrative for the Looking Back competition. Then present it to your classmates.
Moreover, my parents delighted in spending time outdoors, exploring nature, and embarking on escapades. Cycling, enjoying swings, and constructing forts enabled them to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings, fostering a sense of liberty and discovery.
In summary, the recreational activities of parents during their youth revolved around simplicity, innovation, and the pleasure of being with loved ones. These treasured moments have had a lasting influence and unforgettable reminiscences.
Conclusion
Author: Hà Bích Ngọc