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🪷🪷🪷Vassa / Buddhist lent in July – front desk and a guest (text, exercises, soundfiles, present simple, A2)🪷🪷🪷

Last year, I joined the Vassa festival in Cambodia. I stayed in Siem Reap with my family, and we visited a local temple during this special time. Vassa started in July and lasted for about three months. I learned many things about Cambodian culture from my family and the people in my village.

During Vassa, Buddhist monks stayed in their temples, called wats. They spent more time inside the temple. They prayed, studied Buddhist teachings, and meditated every day. I visited the temple many times, and I saw the peaceful life of the monks.

Every morning, my family prepared food for the monks. We cooked rice, vegetables, and other dishes. I carried fruit, flowers, and candles with my parents. We walked to the temple and gave the gifts to the monks. The monks thanked us and shared kind words with us.

I also helped my mother clean the house before temple visits. I wore polite clothes and covered my shoulders and knees when I entered the temple. I spoke quietly and followed the temple rules. I listened to the monks and learned about respect, kindness, and peace.

During the festival, I met many people from my community. Families and friends visited the temple together. They prayed, talked, and shared food after the ceremonies. I enjoyed the happy and friendly atmosphere.

At the end of Vassa, I joined a special ceremony. People offered new robes to the monks. Many families came together, and the temple became a busy and beautiful place.

I remembered my Vassa experience because it showed me the importance of kindness and respect. I felt happy because I shared this meaningful time with my family and my community in Cambodia.

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Irregular verbs from the story:
be → was/were
spend → spent
see → saw
give → gave
wear → wore
speak → spoke
meet → met
come → came
become → became
feel → felt

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Fill in, past simple:

Last year I ____ (be) in Siem Reap for the Vassa festival in Cambodia.

I ____ (stay) with my family, and we ____ (come) to a local temple during this special time.

I ____ (see) Buddhist monks in orange robes and ____ (learn) about their peaceful life.

The monks ____ (spend) more time inside the temple.

They ____ (pray), ____ (study) Buddhist teachings, and ____ (meditate) every day.

I ____ (give) food, fruit, flowers, and candles to the monks.

I ____ (wear) polite clothes and ____ (speak) quietly when I ____ (enter) the temple.

I ____ (meet) many people from my community and ____ (feel) happy during the ceremonies.

My family ____ (help) prepare gifts, and we ____ (enjoy) the peaceful atmosphere together.

At the end of Vassa, people ____ (offer) new robes to monks.

The festival ____ (become) a special memory for me because I ____ (learn) about kindness, respect, and Cambodian culture.

I ____ (remember) this experience for a long time.

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Full version:

Last year I was in Siem Reap for the Vassa festival in Cambodia.

I stayed with my family, and we came to a local temple during this special time.

I saw Buddhist monks in orange robes and learned about their peaceful life.

The monks spent more time inside the temple.

They prayed, studied Buddhist teachings, and meditated every day.

I gave food, fruit, flowers, and candles to the monks.

I wore polite clothes and spoke quietly when I entered the temple.

I met many people from my community and felt happy during the ceremonies.

My family helped prepare gifts, and we enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere together.

At the end of Vassa, people offered new robes to monks.

The festival became a special memory for me because I learned about kindness, respect, and Cambodian culture.

I remembered this experience for a long time.

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True or false, give short answers – Yes, she did. No, she didn’t. Yes, they did. No, they didn’t:

1. Selina stayed in Siem Reap during the Vassa festival.
2. The monks travelled to many cities during Vassa.
3. Selina gave food, fruit, flowers, and candles to the monks.
4. They offered new robes to monks at the end of Vassa.
5. Selina spoke loudly inside the temple.
6. The monks spent more time inside their temples during Vassa.
7. Selina visited a temple with her family.
8. They learned about kindness and respect during the festival.
9. Selina wore beach clothes when she entered the temple.
10. The families in the community came together during the ceremonies.
11. Selina stayed in Cambodia for a sports event.
12. The monks stopped praying and studying during Vassa.
13. Selina met people from her community during the festival.
14. Selina visited a temple in Thailand during Vassa.

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True: 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 13

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Full version:

1. Selina stayed in Siem Reap during the Vassa festival. — Yes, she did.
2. The monks travelled to many cities during Vassa. — No, they didn’t.
3. Selina gave food, fruit, flowers, and candles to the monks. — Yes, she did.
4. They offered new robes to monks at the end of Vassa. — Yes, they did.
5. Selina spoke loudly inside the temple. — No, she didn’t.
6. The monks spent more time inside their temples during Vassa. — Yes, they did.
7. Selina visited a temple with her family. — Yes, she did.
8. They learned about kindness and respect during the festival. — Yes, they did.
9. Selina wore beach clothes when she entered the temple. — No, she didn’t.
10. The families in the community came together during the ceremonies. — Yes, they did.
11. Selina stayed in Cambodia for a sports event. — No, she didn’t.
12. The monks stopped praying and studying during Vassa. — No, they didn’t.
13. Selina met people from her community during the festival. — Yes, she did.
14. Selina visited a temple in Thailand during Vassa. — No, she didn’t.

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Irregular verbs:
be → was / were
give → gave
wear → wore
speak → spoke
come → came
meet → met
spend → spent

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Choose the correct answer, answer in a full sentence:

1. Did Selina stay in Siem Reap or in Phnom Penh during Vassa?
   
   YOU WRITE:
   Selina stayed in Siem Reap.
   
2. Did Selina visit a temple or a market with her family?
3. Were the monks in the temple most of the time or in parks?
4. Did Selina give food, fruit, flowers, and candles or toys and books to the monks?
5. Did the monks pray and study or play games during Vassa?
6. Did Selina wear polite clothes or beach clothes in the temple?
7. Did Selina speak quietly or loudly inside the temple?
8. Did the families come together for ceremonies or for sports events?
9. Did people offer new robes or new shoes to the monks at the end of Vassa?
10. Did Selina meet people from her community or people from another country during the festival?
11. Did Selina learn about kindness and respect or about football and games?
12. Did the monks spend more time inside the temple or outside in the streets?
13. Did Selina remember the festival as a special experience or a boring day?
14. Did Selina visit a temple in Cambodia or in Thailand during Vassa?

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Full version:

1. Did Selina stay in Siem Reap or in Phnom Penh during Vassa? — Selina stayed in Siem Reap.
2. Did Selina visit a temple or a market with her family? — Selina visited a temple with her family.
3. Were the monks in the temple most of the time or in parks? — The monks were in the temple most of the time.
4. Did Selina give food, fruit, flowers, and candles or toys and books to the monks? — Selina gave food, fruit, flowers, and candles to the monks.
5. Did the monks pray and study or play games during Vassa? — The monks prayed and studied during Vassa.
6. Did Selina wear polite clothes or beach clothes in the temple? — Selina wore polite clothes in the temple.
7. Did Selina speak quietly or loudly inside the temple? — Selina spoke quietly inside the temple.
8. Did the families come together for ceremonies or for sports events? — The families came together for ceremonies.
9. Did people offer new robes or new shoes to the monks at the end of Vassa? — People offered new robes to the monks at the end of Vassa.
10. Did Selina meet people from her community or people from another country during the festival? — Selina met people from her community during the festival.
11. Did Selina learn about kindness and respect or about football and games? — Selina learned about kindness and respect.
12. Did the monks spend more time inside the temple or outside in the streets? — The monks spent more time inside the temple.
13. Did Selina remember the festival as a special experience or a boring day? — Selina remembered the festival as a special experience.
14. Did Selina visit a temple in Cambodia or in Thailand during Vassa? — Selina visited a temple in Cambodia during Vassa.

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Match the first half with the correct second half:

First halves

1. Selina stayed in Siem Reap
2. The monks stayed
3. Selina gave
4. Her family visited
5. People offered
6. Selina wore polite clothes
7. The monks prayed and studied
8. Selina met people
9. Families came together
10. Selina remembered Vassa

Second halves

a. during the ceremonies.
b. from her community during the festival.
c. new robes to monks.
d. as a special experience.
e. inside their temples.
f. when she entered the temple.
g. food, fruit, flowers, and candles to the monks.
h. every day during Vassa.
i. a local temple during the festival.
j. during the Vassa festival in Cambodia.

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Answers:
1-j, 2-e, 3-g, 4-i, 5-c, 6-f, 7-h, 8-b, 9-a, 10-d

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Complete sentences:

1. Selina stayed in Siem Reap during the Vassa festival in Cambodia.
2. The monks stayed inside their temples.
3. Selina gave food, fruit, flowers, and candles to the monks.
4. Her family visited a local temple during the festival.
5. People offered new robes to monks.
6. Selina wore polite clothes when she entered the temple.
7. The monks prayed and studied every day during Vassa.
8. Selina met people from her community during the festival.
9. Families came together during the ceremonies.
10. Selina remembered Vassa as a special experience.

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Number the sentences from 1–8, put events in the correct order:

___ Selina joined a special ceremony at the end of Vassa.
___ Selina visited a local temple with her family.
___ Selina learned about Cambodian culture.
___ Selina gave food, fruit, flowers, and candles to the monks.
___ Selina wore polite clothes before entering the temple.
___ Selina met people from her community during the festival.
___ Selina saw Buddhist monks in their temples.
___ Selina remembered Vassa as a special experience.

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Answer:

1. Selina learned about Cambodian culture.
2. Selina visited a local temple with her family.
3. Selina saw Buddhist monks in their temples.
4. Selina wore polite clothes before entering the temple.
5. Selina gave food, fruit, flowers, and candles to the monks.
6. Selina met people from her community during the festival.
7. Selina joined a special ceremony at the end of Vassa.
8. Selina remembered Vassa as a special experience.

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Match the person/group with the action.

People / Groups

1. Selina
2. The monks
3. Families
4. People
5. Selina’s parents
6. The community
7. Buddhist monks
8. Visitors

Actions

a. visited the temple together.
b. prayed and studied every day.
c. gave food, fruit, flowers, and candles.
d. offered new robes at the end of Vassa.
e. prepared gifts for the monks.
f. came together during ceremonies.
g. stayed inside the temples during Vassa.
h. learned about Cambodian culture.

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Answers:
1-c, 2-b, 3-a, 4-d, 5-e, 6-f, 7-g, 8-h
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Full version:

1. Selina (c) gave food, fruit, flowers, and candles.
2. The monks (b) prayed and studied every day.
3. Families (a) visited the temple together.
4. People (d) offered new robes at the end of Vassa.
5. Selina’s parents (e) prepared gifts for the monks.
6. The community (f) came together during ceremonies.
7. Buddhist monks (g) stayed inside the temples during Vassa.
8. Visitors (h) learned about Cambodian culture.

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Find answer to the question:

Questions

1. Where did you stay last year during Vassa?
2. When did you visit the temple?
3. Who did you meet during the festival?
4. What did you give to the monks?
5. Why did you wear polite clothes?
6. How did you feel about the Vassa festival?
7. Which place did you visit during Vassa?
8. How long did Vassa continue?
9. What activities did you see at the temple?
10. Who did you go to the temple with?
11. What did the monks do during Vassa?
12. Where did the monks spend most of their time?
13. When did people offer new robes?
14. Why did many people visit temples?
15. How did people show respect to the monks?
16. What did you learn from the festival?

Answers

a. They prayed, studied Buddhist teachings, and meditated.
b. I was in Siem Reap during the Vassa period.
c. I learned about kindness and respect.
d. At the end of the Vassa period.
e. I saw people from my community.
f. They gave gifts and followed temple rules.
g. The festival lasted for about three months.
h. They wanted to pray and join special activities.
i. A local temple near my hotel was my destination.
j. My family came with me.
k. I watched prayers, ceremonies, and gift giving.
l. Inside their temples was their main place.
m. They showed respect inside the temple.
n. I brought food, fruit, flowers, and candles for them.
o. I went there during the Vassa festival.
p. I was happy and interested in Cambodian culture.

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Answers:
1-b, 2-o, 3-e, 4-n, 5-m, 6-p, 7-i,
8-g, 9-k, 10-j, 11-a, 12-l, 13-d,
14-h, 15-f, 16-c

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Full version:

Interviewer: Where did you stay last year during Vassa?
Selina: I was in Siem Reap during the Vassa period.

Interviewer: When did you visit the temple?
Selina: I went there during the Vassa festival.

Interviewer: Who did you meet during the festival?
Selina: I saw people from my community.

Interviewer: What did you give to the monks?
Selina: I brought food, fruit, flowers, and candles for them.

Interviewer: Why did you wear polite clothes?
Selina: They showed respect inside the temple.

Interviewer: How did you feel about the Vassa festival?
Selina: I was happy and interested in Cambodian culture.

Interviewer: Which place did you visit during Vassa?
Selina: A local temple near my hotel was my destination.

Interviewer: How long did Vassa continue?
Selina: The festival lasted for about three months.

Interviewer: What activities did you see at the temple?
Selina: I watched prayers, ceremonies, and gift giving.

Interviewer: Who did you go to the temple with?
Selina: My family came with me.

Interviewer: What did the monks do during Vassa?
Selina: They prayed, studied Buddhist teachings, and meditated.

Interviewer: Where did the monks spend most of their time?
Selina: Inside their temples was their main place.

Interviewer: When did people offer new robes?
Selina: At the end of the Vassa period.

Interviewer: Why did many people visit temples?
Selina: They wanted to pray and join special activities.

Interviewer: How did people show respect to the monks?
Selina: They gave gifts and followed temple rules.

Interviewer: What did you learn from the festival?
Selina: I learned about kindness and respect.

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• at the reception:
  “Thank you for asking about Vassa. I am happy to give you some information about this important Buddhist festival in Cambodia and help you understand this special time during your stay.”

Welcome to Cambodia. As a guest at our five-star hotel, you may see special activities during the Vassa period. Vassa is an important Buddhist festival in Cambodia. It usually starts in July and continues for about three months during the rainy season.

During Vassa, Buddhist monks stay in their temples, which are called wats. They do not travel long distances. They spend more time inside the temple. They pray, study Buddhist teachings, and meditate every day. This period is a quiet and peaceful time for monks.

Many Cambodian people visit temples during Vassa. They bring food, fruit, flowers, candles, and other gifts for the monks. They show respect and kindness. Some families go to the temple together. They pray, listen to monks, and take part in special activities.

For our hotel guests, Vassa is a good opportunity to learn about Cambodian culture. You can visit a local temple and see monks wearing orange robes. You can watch people bring offerings and join respectful ceremonies. Please remember to dress politely when you visit a temple. Your shoulders and knees should be covered. Please speak quietly and follow the temple rules.

During Vassa, some roads near temples can be busy because many local people visit. Our reception team can help you with information about nearby temples, opening times, and transportation. We are happy to help you plan your visit.

The end of Vassa is also an important time. People celebrate with special ceremonies and offer new robes to monks. Families, friends, and local communities come together.

Vassa is a peaceful and meaningful time in Cambodia. We hope you enjoy this special part of Cambodian culture during your stay with us.

Vocabulary:

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Match the words with the definitions

Words

1. a lent
2. to continue
3. a season
4. to study something
5. Buddhist teachings
6. to meditate
7. peaceful
8. a monk
9. a candle
10. a gift
11. to show kindness
12. to take part in an activity
13. an opportunity
14. a robe
15. an offering
16. to join
17. to be respectful
18. to dress politely
19. to follow the rules
20. to celebrate
21. a meaningful time
22. to enjoy
23. suitable
24. care

Definitions

A. to like something and have a good time
B. a long piece of clothing worn by some people
C. a time of the year, like summer or winter
D. to show care and good manners to other people
E. a gift given to a temple or religious place
F. to learn about something by reading or practicing
G. calm and quiet; without problems
H. something you give to another person
I. to become part of a group or activity
J. to do what the rules say
K. a good chance to do something
L. a person who lives a religious life and prays
M. a time that is important and special
N. to sit quietly and think deeply
O. a stick of wax that gives light when it burns
P. to do something special for an important day or event
Q. help and kindness for someone or something
R. ideas and lessons from Buddhism
S. to join and do something with other people
T. right or good for a person, place, or situation
U. a time when people give up something or do special religious activities
V. to keep doing something; to go on
W. to be nice and helpful to someone
X. to wear clean and suitable clothes

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Answers:
1-U, 2-V, 3-C, 4-F, 5-R, 6-N, 7-G,
8-L, 9-O, 10-H, 11-W, 12-S, 13-K, 14-B,
15-E, 16-I, 17-D, 18-X, 19-J, 20-P, 21-M, 22-A, 23-T, 24-Q

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True or false:

1. Vassa is an important Buddhist period in Cambodia.
2. Monks travel to different countries during Vassa.
3. Vassa usually starts in July.
4. Monks stay in temples called wats.
5. Vassa continues for about three months.
6. Monks study Buddhist teachings during this time.
7. Visitors should dress politely when they visit temples.
8. Vassa happens during the dry season.
9. Monks stop praying during Vassa.
10. People should ignore temple rules during Vassa.
11. Vassa is only a celebration for tourists.
12. Monks spend time inside temples during Vassa.
13. People can show kindness by bringing offerings.
14. Vassa is a peaceful and meaningful time.

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False: 2,8,9,10,11
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Correct version:

1. Vassa is an important Buddhist period in Cambodia.
2. Monks travel to different countries during Vassa. True is: Monks stay inside their temples during Vassa.
3. Vassa usually starts in July.
4. Monks stay in temples called wats.
5. Vassa continues for about three months.
6. Monks study Buddhist teachings during this time.
7. Visitors should dress politely when they visit temples.
8. Vassa happens during the dry season. True is: Vassa happens during the rainy season.
9. Monks stop praying during Vassa. True is: Monks continue praying during Vassa.
10. People should ignore temple rules during Vassa. True is: People should follow temple rules during Vassa.
11. Vassa is only a celebration for tourists. True is: Vassa is an important Buddhist time for Cambodian people.
12. Monks spend time inside temples during Vassa.
13. People can show kindness by bringing offerings.
14. Vassa is a peaceful and meaningful time.

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Find the word or Phrase in the text:

1. to wear the right clothes for a place
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2. a person who lives a religious life in a temple
   → _______________________
3. to be calm and quiet
   → _______________________
4. to keep doing something
   → _______________________
5. to sit quietly and think deeply
   → _______________________
6. a special gift for a temple
   → _______________________
7. to be nice and helpful to other people
   → _______________________
8. a good chance to do something
   → _______________________
9. to become part of an activity
   → _______________________
10. to learn about something
    → _______________________
11. to do what the rules say
    → _______________________
12. ideas and lessons from Buddhism
    → _______________________
13. a long piece of clothing worn by monks
    → _______________________
14. an important and special time
    → _______________________
15. to like something and have a good time
    → _______________________

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Answers:

A. robe
B. continue
C. show kindness
D. Buddhist teachings
E. monk
F. offering
G. enjoy
H. follow the rules
I. meaningful time
J. study
K. peaceful
L. join
M. dress politely
N. opportunity
O. meditate

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Answers:
1-M, 2-E, 3-K, 4-B, 5-O, 6-F,
7-C, 8-N, 9-L, 10-J, 11-H, 12-D,
13-A, 14-I, 15-G
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Find the sentence in the text that matches each idea.

1. This tradition takes place in the seventh month of the year.
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2. Buddhist religious men remain in their sacred buildings.
   → ___________________________
3. They avoid travelling far away from their homes.
   → ___________________________
4. The monks spend extra time indoors.
   → ___________________________
5. They learn more about Buddhist beliefs and ideas.
   → ___________________________
6. They practise a quiet activity to relax the mind.
   → ___________________________
7. Hotel guests might observe special events during this period.
   → ___________________________
8. People give items to temples as a sign of respect.
   → ___________________________
9. Visitors need to wear appropriate clothing in holy places.
   → ___________________________
10. Guests should respect the instructions of the temple.
    → ___________________________
11. Visitors have a chance to participate in temple events.
    → ___________________________
12. This occasion has great importance for Cambodian Buddhists.
    → ___________________________
13. The period happens when the weather is wet.
    → ___________________________
14. Many people see this period as calm and valuable.
    → ___________________________
15. Guests can discover more about local beliefs and traditions.
    → ___________________________

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Answers:
1-G, 2-L, 3-D, 4-B, 5-N, 6-O, 7-K, 8-F, 9-J,
10-A, 11-I, 12-H, 13-M, 14-E, 15-C

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Full version:

1. This tradition takes place in the seventh month of the year. – G: It usually starts in July and continues for about three months during the rainy season.
2. Buddhist religious men remain in their sacred buildings. – L: During Vassa, Buddhist monks stay in their temples, which are called wats.
3. They avoid travelling far away from their homes. – D: They do not travel long distances.
4. The monks spend extra time indoors. – B: They spend more time inside the temple.
5. They learn more about Buddhist beliefs and ideas. – N: They study Buddhist teachings during this special period.
6. They practise a quiet activity to relax the mind. – O: They meditate every day during this important time.
7. Hotel guests might observe special events during this period. – K: As a guest at our five-star hotel, you may see special activities during the Vassa period.
8. People give items to temples as a sign of respect. – F: People often bring candles, robes, food, and other gifts as offerings.
9. Visitors need to wear appropriate clothing in holy places. – J: Please dress politely when you visit a temple.
10. Guests should respect the instructions of the temple. – A: Please follow the temple rules.
11. Visitors have a chance to participate in temple events. – I: You may also have the opportunity to take part in some temple activities.
12. This occasion has great importance for Cambodian Buddhists. – H: Vassa is an important Buddhist festival in Cambodia.
13. The period happens when the weather is wet. – M: It usually starts in July and continues for about three months during the rainy season.
14. Many people see this period as calm and valuable. – E: Vassa is a peaceful and meaningful time.
15. Guests can discover more about local beliefs and traditions. – C: It is a wonderful opportunity to learn about Cambodian culture and Buddhism.

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Find the word in the text

1. A person who lives a religious life and stays in a temple → ________
2. A Buddhist place where monks live → ________
3. A time of the year with a special weather pattern → ________
4. To keep doing something and not stop → ________
5. To learn about a subject → ________
6. To sit quietly and think deeply → ________
7. Calm and quiet, without noise or problems → ________
8. A gift given to a temple → ________
9. A chance to do something → ________
10. To join an activity with other people → ________
11. To be nice and helpful to others → ________
12. To wear the right clothes for a place → ________
13. To do what instructions say → ________
14. A long piece of clothing worn by monks → ________
15. A time that is important and special → ________

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Answers:

monk, 2. wat, 3. season, 4. continue, 5. study, 6. meditate, 7. peaceful, 8. offering, 9. opportunity, 10. take part in an activity, 11. show kindness, 12. dress politely, 13. follow the rules, 14. robe, 15. meaningful time.

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Match the questions with the answers :

Questions

1. Where do you stay during Vassa?
2. When does Vassa begin?
3. How long does this period continue?
4. What do you do every day?
5. Why is meditation important?
6. Who studies Buddhist teachings during this time?
7. How do you spend your time inside the temple?
8. What do people bring as offerings?
9. What clothes do monks wear?
10. What should visitors do when they visit temples?
11. Why do people take part in temple activities?
12. What can guests learn about during Vassa?
13. How many months does Vassa continue?
14. What makes Vassa a special time?

Answers

A. It gives people a peaceful and meaningful time.

B. People join these activities because they want to show kindness and respect.

C. A temple called a wat is my home during this period.

D. Guests can discover Cambodian culture and Buddhism.

E. July is the month when this period starts.

F. About three months are part of this special time.

G. My daily life includes prayer, Buddhist lessons, and meditation.

H. Food, candles, robes, and gifts are common offerings from visitors.

I. A robe is the clothing of a monk.

J. Visitors need to be polite and follow the temple rules.

K. Meditation gives me a calm mind.

L. Monks receive Buddhist teachings during this time.

M. I use my time for prayer, learning, and quiet activities.

N. Vassa creates a peaceful time for monks and visitors.

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Answers:
1-C, 2-E, 3-F, 4-G, 5-K, 6-L, 7-M, 8-H,
9-I, 10-J, 11-B, 12-D, 13-F, 14-N
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Full version:

Guest: Good morning. Can I ask you some questions about Vassa?

Monk: Of course. I am happy to talk about this special time.

Guest: Where do you stay during Vassa?

Monk: A temple called a wat is my home during this period.

Guest: When does Vassa begin?

Monk: July is the month when this period starts.

Guest: How long does this period continue?

Monk: About three months are part of this special time.

Guest: What do you do every day?

Monk: My daily life includes prayer, Buddhist lessons, and meditation.

Guest: Why is meditation important?

Monk: Meditation gives me a calm mind and helps me feel peaceful.

Guest: Who studies Buddhist teachings during this time?

Monk: Monks receive Buddhist teachings during this time.

Guest: How do you spend your time inside the temple?

Monk: I use my time for prayer, learning, and quiet activities.

Guest: What do people bring as offerings?

Monk: Food, candles, robes, and gifts are common offerings from visitors.

Guest: What clothes do monks wear?

Monk: A robe is the clothing of a monk.

Guest: What should visitors do when they visit temples?

Monk: Visitors need to be polite and follow the temple rules.

Guest: Why do people take part in temple activities?

Monk: People join these activities because they want to show kindness and respect.

Guest: What can guests learn about during Vassa?

Monk: Guests can learn about Cambodian culture and Buddhism.

Guest: How many months does Vassa continue?

Monk: It lasts for about three months.

Guest: What makes Vassa a special time?

Monk: Vassa creates a peaceful and meaningful time for monks and visitors.

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Remember how babies learn a language:

Babies learn a language by listening.
They use their ears to hear sounds.
Their brain remembers these sounds.
Babies connect sounds with people and things.
They listen to their parents.
Then they copy the sounds they hear. They imitate words.
Slowly, babies learn to speak.

So,
LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN………………

Before you start, make sure you are familiar with present simple and past simple.

My name is Bopha. I am a Guest Assistant at Shinta Mani Angkor in Siem Reap, Cambodia. I like my job very much because I meet many people from different countries. Every day is different, and I enjoy helping guests. My job is to make every guest feel welcome, safe, and happy during their stay.

Before I started this job, I did a six-month internship at a hotel. During my internship, I learned how to welcome guests, answer the telephone, and work at the front desk. I also received a certificate in hotel reception skills. I enjoy good customer service. I am friendly, polite, and patient. I can talk to guests in a clear and kind way. I work carefully and always look at small details. When guests have a problem, I stay calm and do my best to help them.

My hotel is a very good place to work. I have one and a half days off every week. The hotel gives me meals when I am on duty, and I also have insurance. My team is friendly, and we help each other every day. My managers are kind and want us to learn new things. When I work hard, people see my good work. I can learn new skills and grow in my job.

I start work at 7:30 every morning. First, I put on my uniform and check that the front desk is clean and ready. Then I welcome guests with a smile. I check guests in and check guests out. I answer the telephone and give information about the hotel. I help guests book tours, spa treatments, rooms, and restaurant tables. Sometimes I tell guests about other hotel services that they may like.

During the day, I answer many questions and help guests with their needs. I work with my team to solve small problems. I also take payments and keep guest information correct. Before I go home, I prepare everything for the next shift.

I am proud to be a Guest Assistant. I enjoy helping people, and I am happy when guests leave the hotel with a smile and good memories of their stay.

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Vocabularies:

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Match the words with the correct definitions

Words

1. to meet people
2. an internship
3. skills
4. to stay calm
5. to book a tour
6. a shift
7. to solve a problem
8. memories
9. to receive a certificate
10. to be on duty
11. a spa treatment
12. to take a payment
13. to grow in a job
14. to make people feel welcome
15. to have a day off

Definitions

A. to find an answer to a difficult situation
B. things you can do well
C. a time when you work, for example morning or night
D. to see and talk to new people
E. to get a paper that shows you finished something
F. things you remember from the past
G. to be relaxed and not angry or nervous
H. a service to relax and feel good, for example a massage
I. to arrange a trip before you go
J. to be at work and ready to help
K. to learn more and become better at your work
L. to receive money from a customer or guest
M. a short time when you work to learn a job
N. to make people feel happy and comfortable
O. to have a day when you do not work

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Answers:
1-D, 2-M, 3-B, 4-G, 5-I, 6-C,
7-A, 8-F, 9-E, 10-J, 11-H, 12-L,
13-K, 14-N, 15-O

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Match the definitions with the correct words

Definitions

1. to see and talk to new people
2. to receive money from a customer or guest
3. to be relaxed and not angry or nervous
4. a service to relax and feel good, for example a massage
5. to get a paper that shows you finished something
6. a time when you work, for example morning or night
7. to help people feel happy and comfortable
8. a short time when you work to learn a job
9. to find an answer to a difficult situation
10. things you remember from the past
11. to be at work and ready to help
12. to arrange a trip before you go
13. things you can do well
14. to learn more and become better at your work
15. to have a day when you do not work

Words

A. a shift
B. skills
C. to book a tour
D. memories
E. to make people feel welcome
F. to receive a certificate
G. to have a day off
H. an internship
I. to stay calm
J. to solve a problem
K. to take a payment
L. to meet people
M. a spa treatment
N. to be on duty
O. to grow in a job

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Answers:
1-L, 2-K, 3-I, 4-M, 5-F, 6-A, 7-E, 8-H,
9-J, 10-D, 11-N, 12-C, 13-B, 14-O, 15-G

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True or false:

1. To solve a problem means to find an answer to a difficult situation.
2. A shift is a type of holiday for hotel guests.
3. Skills are things people can do well.
4. To take a payment means to give money to a customer.
5. To stay calm means to be relaxed and not angry or nervous.
6. An internship is a short time when you work to learn a job.
7. Memories are things you remember from the past.
8. To make people feel welcome means to make them feel happy and comfortable.
9. To book a tour means to cancel a trip.
10. To receive a certificate means to get a paper that shows you finished something.
11. To be on duty means to be at home and not ready to help.
12. To grow in a job means to learn more and become better at your work.
13. A spa treatment can help people relax and feel good.
14. To meet people means to stay alone and not talk to anyone.
15. To have a day off means to work every day without a break.
16. An insurance is a service that helps people pay when something bad happens.

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True: 1,3,5,6,7,8,10,12,13,16

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Correct answers:

1. To solve a problem means to find an answer to a difficult situation.
2. A shift is a type of holiday for hotel guests. False – True is: A shift is a time when you work, for example in the morning or at night.
3. Skills are things people can do well.
4. To take a payment means to give money to a customer. False – True is: To take a payment means to receive money from a customer or guest.
5. To stay calm means to be relaxed and not angry or nervous.
6. An internship is a short time when you work to learn a job.
7. Memories are things you remember from the past.
8. To make people feel welcome means to make them feel happy and comfortable.
9. To book a tour means to cancel a trip. False – True is: To book a tour means to arrange a trip before you go.
10. To receive a certificate means to get a paper that shows you finished something.
11. To be on duty means to be at home and not ready to help. False – True is: To be on duty means to be at work and ready to help.
12. To grow in a job means to learn more and become better at your work.
13. A spa treatment can help people relax and feel good.
14. To meet people means to stay alone and not talk to anyone. False – True is: To meet people means to see and talk to new people.
15. To have a day off means to work every day without a break. False – True is: To have a day off means to have a day when you do not work.
16. An insurance is a service that helps people pay when something bad happens.

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Fill in, words below:

internship, skills, shift, memories, certificate, payment,
calm, tour, welcome, insurance, guests,
problem, duty, ready,
treatment, needs

1. After the training, she received a __________.
2. A receptionist needs good communication __________.
3. He stayed __________ when the guest was angry.
4. She worked the morning __________ at the hotel.
5. The guest made a __________ by credit card.
6. The student did an __________ in a luxury hotel.
7. She booked a city __________ for the guests.
8. Her holiday gave her many happy __________.
9. The receptionist tried to make the guests feel __________.
10. The hotel has an __________ to help when something bad happens.
11. A good receptionist helps with people’s __________.
12. She was on __________ at the front desk in the evening.
13. The employee was __________ to help the guests.
14. The staff member solved the guest’s __________ quickly.
15. The hotel offers a relaxing spa __________.
16. Hotel workers must enjoy helping __________.

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Correct version:

1. After the training, she received a certificate.
2. A receptionist needs good communication skills.
3. He stayed calm when the guest was angry.
4. She worked the morning shift at the hotel.
5. The guest made a payment by credit card.
6. The student did an internship in a luxury hotel.
7. She booked a city tour for the guests.
8. Her holiday gave her many happy memories.
9. The receptionist tried to make the guests feel welcome.
10. The hotel has an insurance to help when something bad happens.
11. A good receptionist helps with people’s needs.
12. She was on duty at the front desk in the evening.
13. The employee was ready to help the guests.
14. The staff member solved the guest’s problem quickly.
15. The hotel offers a relaxing spa treatment.
16. Hotel workers must enjoy helping guests.

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Choose the correct answer

1. A guest who arrives at a hotel wants to feel…
   a) welcome
   b) angry
   c) tired
2. A person who works at a hotel should…
   a) ignore guests
   b) create problems
   c) help with people’s needs
3. An internship helps people…
   a) stop working
   b) learn a job
   c) take a holiday
4. To solve a problem means…
   a) to make it worse
   b) to forget it
   c) to find an answer
5. A receptionist should stay __________ when a guest is angry.
   a) calm
   b) nervous
   c) unhappy
6. A hotel employee receives a __________ after finishing a course.
   a) problem
   b) certificate
   c) shift
7. A person working at night has a night __________.
   a) memory
   b) tour
   c) shift
8. Guests can book a city __________ at the hotel.
   a) tour
   b) insurance
   c) skill
9. Good communication is an important __________ for a receptionist.
   a) payment
   b) treatment
   c) skill
10. When guests pay for their room, the receptionist takes a __________.
    a) memory
    b) payment
    c) internship
11. A hotel worker is __________ when the work time starts.
    a) dangerous
    b) late
    c) ready
12. A receptionist who works at the front desk is on __________.
    a) duty
    b) holiday
    c) tour
13. A spa __________ helps guests relax.
    a) certificate
    b) treatment
    c) problem
14. A good hotel worker wants to make guests feel __________.
    a) afraid
    b) bored
    c) welcome
15. An __________ helps protect people when something bad happens.
    a) insurance
    b) memory
    c) shift
16. A good receptionist listens to guests and helps with their __________.
    a) holidays
    b) certificates
    c) needs

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Correct version:

1. A guest who arrives at a hotel wants to feel welcome.
2. A person who works at a hotel should help with people’s needs.
3. An internship helps people learn a job.
4. To solve a problem means to find an answer.
5. A receptionist should stay calm when a guest is angry.
6. A hotel employee receives a certificate after finishing a course.
7. A person working at night has a night shift.
8. Guests can book a city tour at the hotel.
9. Good communication is an important skill for a receptionist.
10. When guests pay for their room, the receptionist takes a payment.
11. A hotel worker is ready when the work time starts.
12. A receptionist who works at the front desk is on duty.
13. A spa treatment helps guests relax.
14. A good hotel worker wants to make guests feel welcome.
15. An insurance helps protect people when something bad happens.
16. A good receptionist listens to guests and helps with their needs.

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Match the words with the situations

Words

1. to stay calm
2. to take a payment
3. to be on duty
4. to book a tour
5. to make people feel welcome
6. to solve a problem
7. to receive a certificate
8. to have a day off
9. to meet people
10. to grow in a job
11. to help with people’s needs
12. to enjoy helping guests

Situations

A. A receptionist listens to a guest and finds a solution.
B. A hotel worker likes talking to and helping visitors.
C. A staff member works at the front desk during the night.
D. A guest pays for a room with a credit card.
E. A receptionist smiles and says hello to guests.
F. An employee finishes training and gets a paper.
G. A worker has no work on Saturday.
H. A person learns new things and becomes better at work.
I. A receptionist talks to visitors from different countries.
J. A guest asks for help with a problem or request.
K. A receptionist stays relaxed when a guest is angry.
L. A guest wants to arrange a city trip.

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Answers:
1-K, 2-D, 3-C, 4-L, 5-E, 6-A,
7-F, 8-G, 9-I, 10-H, 11-J, 12-B
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Make sure you are familiar with PAST SIMPLE

Change the verbs into the past simple.

1. She works at the front desk. → She __________ at the front desk.
2. He helps many guests. → He __________ many guests.
3. They book a tour. → They __________ a tour.
4. She takes a payment. → She __________ a payment.
5. The receptionist welcomes the guests. → The receptionist __________ the guests.
6. She stays calm with angry customers. → She __________ calm with angry customers.
7. He solves a guest’s problem. → He __________ a guest’s problem.
8. They receive a certificate after the training. → They __________ a certificate after the training.
9. The student starts an internship. → The student __________ an internship.
10. She learns new skills at the hotel. → She __________ new skills at the hotel.
11. The manager meets new people. → The manager __________ new people.
12. He is on duty in the evening. → He __________ on duty in the evening.
13. They have a day off on Sunday. → They __________ a day off on Sunday.
14. She helps with guests’ needs. → She __________ with guests’ needs.
15. The hotel offers a spa treatment. → The hotel __________ a spa treatment.
16. He grows in his job. → He __________ in his job.
17. The receptionist makes guests feel welcome. → The receptionist __________ guests feel welcome.
18. She protects the guests. → She __________ the guests.
19. They remember their happy holiday memories. → They __________ their happy holiday memories.
20. He prepares the room for the guests. → He __________ the room for the guests.

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Correct version:

1. She worked at the front desk.
2. He helped many guests.
3. They booked a tour.
4. She took a payment.
5. The receptionist welcomed the guests.
6. She stayed calm with angry customers.
7. He solved a guest’s problem.
8. They received a certificate after the training.
9. The student started an internship.
10. She learned new skills at the hotel.
11. The manager met new people.
12. He was on duty in the evening.
13. They had a day off on Sunday.
14. She helped with guests’ needs.
15. The hotel offered a spa treatment.
16. He grew in his job.
17. The receptionist made guests feel welcome.
18. She protected the guests.
19. They remembered their happy holiday memories.
20. He prepared the room for the guests.

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Find evidence – find answer in the text

1. How do we know she likes helping guests?
   Evidence: _______________________________
2. How do we know she learned about the job?
   Evidence: _______________________________
3. How do we know she makes guests comfortable?
   Evidence: _______________________________
4. How do we know she stays relaxed?
   Evidence: _______________________________
5. How do we know she has free time?
   Evidence: _______________________________
6. How do we know she helps guests with trips?
   Evidence: _______________________________
7. How do we know she has good skills?
   Evidence: _______________________________
8. How do we know she solves problems?
   Evidence: _______________________________
9. How do we know she takes money from guests?
   Evidence: _______________________________
10. How do we know she works different times?
    Evidence: _______________________________
11. How do we know she improves at work?
    Evidence: _______________________________
12. How do we know guests have good experiences?
    Evidence: _______________________________

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Correct answers:

1. How do we know she likes helping guests? – She enjoys helping guests.
2. How do we know she learned about the job? – She completed an internship and received a certificate.
3. How do we know she makes guests comfortable? – She makes people feel welcome.
4. How do we know she stays relaxed? – She stays calm when guests have problems.
5. How do we know she has free time? – She has a day off every week.
6. How do we know she helps guests with trips? – She books tours for guests.
7. How do we know she has good skills? – She has good communication skills.
8. How do we know she solves problems? – She solves problems and helps with people’s needs.
9. How do we know she takes money from guests? – She takes payments at the front desk.
10. How do we know she works different times? – She works different shifts in the hotel.
11. How do we know she improves at work? – She grows in her job.
12. How do we know guests have good experiences? – She creates happy memories for guests.

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Answer the questions

1. Where does Bopha work?
2. What does Bopha enjoy doing?
3. Why did Bopha do an internship?
4. What did Bopha receive after her training?
5. How does Bopha make guests feel?
6. What does Bopha do when guests have problems?
7. What can guests book with Bopha’s help?
8. Where does Bopha take payments?
9. Which skills does Bopha need for her job?
10. Why does Bopha like her job?
11. When does Bopha work at the front desk?
12. Who does Bopha help every day?
13. How does Bopha solve problems?
14. What does Bopha want to do in her job?
15. Where can guests get help at the hotel?
16. Why is it important to stay calm?
17. What can guests receive after good service?
18. Who works different shifts in the hotel?
19. What does Bopha do to make guests happy?
20. How does Bopha grow in her job?

Answers

A. She makes people feel welcome.
B. She received a certificate.
C. She works different shifts in the hotel.
D. She finds answers to difficult situations.
E. She enjoys helping guests.
F. Hotel workers work different shifts.
G. She takes payments at the front desk.
H. She learns more and becomes better at her work.
I. She did an internship to learn the job.
J. Guests can get help at the front desk.
K. She needs good communication skills.
L. She works in a hotel.
M. She stays calm and solves problems.
N. She wants to grow in her job.
O. They can receive good service and happy memories.
P. She helps guests every day.
Q. They can book tours and spa treatments.
R. It is important because guests may have problems.
S. She likes meeting people and helping them.
T. She makes guests feel welcome.

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Answers:
1L, 2E, 3I, 4B, 5T, 6M, 7Q, 8G,
9K, 10S, 11C, 12P, 13D, 14N, 15J,
16R, 17O, 18F, 19A, 20H

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Full version:

How does Bopha grow in her job? – She learns more and becomes better at her work.

Where does Bopha work? – She works in a hotel.

What does Bopha enjoy doing? – She enjoys helping guests.

Why did Bopha do an internship? – She did an internship to learn the job.

What did Bopha receive after her training? – She received a certificate.

How does Bopha make guests feel? – She makes guests feel welcome.

What does Bopha do when guests have problems? – She stays calm and solves problems.

What can guests book with Bopha’s help? – They can book tours and spa treatments.

Where does Bopha take payments? – She takes payments at the front desk.

Which skills does Bopha need for her job? – She needs good communication skills.

Why does Bopha like her job? – She likes meeting people and helping them.

When does Bopha work at the front desk? – She works different shifts in the hotel.

Who does Bopha help every day? – She helps guests every day.

How does Bopha solve problems? – She finds answers to difficult situations.

What does Bopha want to do in her job? – She wants to grow in her job.

Where can guests get help at the hotel? – Guests can get help at the front desk.

Why is it important to stay calm? – It is important because guests may have problems.

What can guests receive after good service? – They can receive good service and happy memories.

Who works different shifts in the hotel? – Hotel workers work different shifts.

What does Bopha do to make guests happy? – She makes people feel welcome.

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Trueof false:

1. Bopha works in a hotel.
2. Bopha dislikes helping guests.
3. Bopha has a university degree in hotel management.
4. Bopha received a certificate after her training.
5. Bopha works only at night.
6. Bopha enjoys meeting new people.
7. Bopha never helps guests with their needs.
8. Bopha speaks three languages at work.
9. Bopha takes payments at the front desk.
10. Bopha stays calm when guests have problems.
11. Bopha has worked in the hotel for ten years.
12. Bopha wants to grow in her job.
13. Bopha does not like talking to guests.
14. Bopha books tours for guests.
15. Bopha received an award [something you get because you did something very well] for being the best worker.
16. Bopha has a day off every week.
17. Bopha works only in the morning.
18. Bopha makes people feel welcome.
19. Bopha is a doctor in a hospital.
20. Bopha takes payments every morning.

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Full version:

1. Bopha works in a hotel.
2. Bopha dislikes helping guests. – True is: Bopha enjoys helping guests.
3. Bopha has a university degree in hotel management. – Not in text.
4. Bopha received a certificate after her training.
5. Bopha works only at night. – True is: Bopha works different shifts in the hotel.
6. Bopha enjoys meeting new people.
7. Bopha never helps guests with their needs. – True is: Bopha helps guests with their needs.
8. Bopha speaks three languages at work. – Not in text.
9. Bopha takes payments at the front desk.
10. Bopha stays calm when guests have problems.
11. Bopha has worked in the hotel for ten years. – Not in text.
12. Bopha wants to grow in her job.
13. Bopha does not like talking to guests. – True is: Bopha likes talking to guests.
14. Bopha books tours for guests.
15. Bopha received an award for being the best worker. – Not in text.
16. Bopha has a day off every week. – True is: Bopha has a day off.
17. Bopha works only in the morning. – True is: Bopha works different shifts in the hotel.
18. Bopha makes people feel welcome.
19. Bopha is a doctor in a hospital. – True is: Bopha works in a hotel.
20. Bopha takes payments every morning. – True is: Bopha takes payments at the front desk.

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Match the questions and answers

1. Where does Bopha work?
2. What does Bopha enjoy doing?
3. Why did Bopha do an internship?
4. What did Bopha receive after her training?
5. How does Bopha make guests feel?
6. What does Bopha do when guests have problems?
7. What can guests book with Bopha’s help?
8. Where does Bopha take payments?
9. Which skills does Bopha need?
10. Why does Bopha like her job?
11. What does Bopha want to do in her job?
12. Who does Bopha help every day?
13. What does Bopha do at the front desk?
14. How does Bopha stay during difficult situations?
15. What does Bopha do with guest needs?
16. What can guests receive from good service?
17. What kind of people does Bopha meet?
18. What does Bopha do to improve?
19. What does Bopha help guests arrange?
20. Why is Bopha important for the hotel?

Answers

A. She helps guests with their needs.
B. She works in a hotel.
C. She meets new people from different places.
D. She takes payments and helps guests.
E. She wants to grow in her job.
F. She did an internship to learn the job.
G. She makes people feel welcome.
H. She receives a certificate.
I. She books tours and spa treatments.
J. She stays calm and solves problems.
K. She helps create happy memories.
L. She enjoys helping guests.
M. She learns new skills and becomes better.
N. She needs good communication skills.
O. She helps guests every day.
P. She likes meeting people and helping them.
Q. She helps arrange services for guests.
R. She works at the front desk.
S. She listens and finds answers to problems.
T. She helps make guests happy.

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Answer Key:
1B, 2L, 3F, 4H, 5G, 6J, 7I, 8R,
9N, 10P, 11E, 12O, 13D, 14J,
15A, 16K, 17C, 18M, 19Q, 20T

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Full version:

1. Where does Bopha work? – She works in a hotel.
2. What does Bopha enjoy doing? – She enjoys helping guests.
3. Why did Bopha do an internship? – She did an internship to learn the job.
4. What did Bopha receive after her training? – She received a certificate.
5. How does Bopha make guests feel? – She makes people feel welcome.
6. What does Bopha do when guests have problems? – She stays calm and solves problems.
7. What can guests book with Bopha’s help? – They can book tours and spa treatments.
8. Where does Bopha take payments? – She takes payments at the front desk.
9. Which skills does Bopha need? – She needs good communication skills.
10. Why does Bopha like her job? – She likes meeting people and helping them.
11. What does Bopha want to do in her job? – She wants to grow in her job.
12. Who does Bopha help every day? – She helps guests every day.
13. What does Bopha do at the front desk? – She takes payments and helps guests.
14. How does Bopha stay during difficult situations? – She stays calm.
15. What does Bopha do with guest needs? – She helps with people’s needs.
16. What can guests receive from good service? – They can receive happy memories.
17. What kind of people does Bopha meet? – She meets new people.
18. What does Bopha do to improve? – She learns new skills and becomes better.
19. What does Bopha help guests arrange? – She helps guests arrange tours and services.
20. Why is Bopha important for the hotel? – She helps make guests happy.

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Fill in, words below:

a certificate – memories – receptionist – book – safe – helping – enjoy – solve – feel – skills – grow – internship – payment – bad

Interviewer: Where do you work?
Bopha: I work in a hotel as a_______.

Interviewer: What do you enjoy about your job?
Bopha: I enjoy helping guests and meeting new people. I like to make people_______welcome.

Interviewer: Why did you choose this job?
Bopha: I chose this job because I like _______ guests.

Interviewer: When did you start learning about this job?
Bopha: I started when I did an _______ in a hotel.

Interviewer: What did you receive after your internship?
Bopha: I received _______ after my training.

Interviewer: Which skills are important for your job?
Bopha: Good communication _______ are important. I also need a kind way when I talk to guests.

Interviewer: How do you help guests every day?
Bopha: I help with people’s needs, answer questions, _______ tours, and help guests with spa treatments.

Interviewer: What do you do when guests have problems?
Bopha: I stay calm and try to _______ a problem.

Interviewer: Where do you work during your shift?
Bopha: I work at the front desk. I take a _______ from guests.

Interviewer: Who do you help at the hotel?
Bopha: I help guests. I am on duty and ready to help.

Interviewer: How do you keep guests _______?
Bopha: I protect guests and help them when they need support.

Interviewer: Why is insurance important?
Bopha: Insurance helps when something _______ happens.

Interviewer: Do you have a day off?
Bopha: Yes, I have a day off and I can _______ my time.

Interviewer: What do you want to do in your job?
Bopha: I want to _______ in my job and learn more skills.

Interviewer: Why is your job important?
Bopha: My job is important because I help guests and create happy _______.

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Full version:

Interviewer: Where do you work?
Bopha: I work in a hotel as a receptionist.

Interviewer: What do you enjoy about your job?
Bopha: I enjoy helping guests and meeting new people. I like to make people feel welcome.

Interviewer: Why did you choose this job?
Bopha: I chose this job because I like helping guests.

Interviewer: When did you start learning about this job?
Bopha: I started when I did an internship in a hotel.

Interviewer: What did you receive after your internship?
Bopha: I received a certificate after my training.

Interviewer: Which skills are important for your job?
Bopha: Good communication skills are important. I also need a kind way when I talk to guests.

Interviewer: How do you help guests every day?
Bopha: I help with people’s needs, answer questions, book tours, and help guests with spa treatments.

Interviewer: What do you do when guests have problems?
Bopha: I stay calm and try to solve a problem.

Interviewer: Where do you work during your shift?
Bopha: I work at the front desk. I take a payment from guests.

Interviewer: Who do you help at the hotel?
Bopha: I help guests. I am on duty and ready to help.

Interviewer: How do you keep guests safe?
Bopha: I protect guests and help them when they need support.

Interviewer: Why is insurance important?
Bopha: Insurance helps when something bad happens.

Interviewer: Do you have a day off?
Bopha: Yes, I have a day off and I can enjoy my time.

Interviewer: What do you want to do in your job?
Bopha: I want to grow in my job and learn more skills.

Interviewer: Why is your job important?
Bopha: My job is important because I help guests and create happy memories.

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Remember how babies learn a language:

Babies learn a language by listening.
They use their ears to hear sounds.
Their brain remembers these sounds.
Babies connect sounds with people and things.
They listen to their parents.
Then they copy the sounds they hear. They imitate words.
Slowly, babies learn to speak.

So,
LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN………………

• before and after

The pictures show a big change in a natural place because of mass tourism. In the first picture, the mountain is green and clean. There are many trees, flowers, and a small river. A few people walk on the path and enjoy nature. The place looks peaceful and beautiful. Tourists respect the environment and leave the area clean.

In the second picture, the same place looks very different. Many tourists visit the mountain, and they leave rubbish everywhere. There are many people, cars, and buildings. Trees are cut down, and nature is damaged. The air is dirty, and animals lose their homes. Mass tourism creates many problems because too many people come to the same place.

Tourism is good because it helps local people and brings money. However, too many tourists can destroy nature. People sometimes throw rubbish, damage plants, and do not respect the environment. A beautiful place can become dirty and unsafe.

We can avoid these problems in many ways. Tourists should take their rubbish with them and follow the rules. They should walk more and use fewer cars. Governments should limit the number of visitors and protect natural areas. People should remember: “Take only memories, leave only footprints.”

In conclusion, mass tourism changes places in a bad way when people do not care. We need responsible tourism to keep nature clean and beautiful for the future.

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Vocabulary:

to kill – to make a person, animal, or plant die.

a change – something that becomes different.

a mountain – very high land.

a path – a small road for walking.

to enjoy – to like something and feel happy.

to be peaceful – to be quiet and calm.

to respect – to be kind and careful with people or things.

environment – the natural world around us (air, water, plants, animals).

to leave an area clean – to make sure a place is clean when you go.

to leave rubbish – to put trash on the ground and not take it away.

to cut down trees – to make trees fall with a saw or machine.

to damage nature – to hurt forests, rivers, animals, or plants.

to be dirty – to not be clean.

to create a problem – to make a problem happen.

to destroy nature – to badly damage forests, rivers, animals, or plants.

to avoid problems – to stop problems from happening.

to follow rules – to do what the rules say.

fewer cars – a smaller number of cars.

a government – the people who make the rules for a country.

to limit the number of visitors – to allow only a certain number of people to visit.

to protect an area – to keep a place safe from damage.

to remember – to keep something in your mind.

a memory – something you remember from the past.

in conclusion – at the end; to finish what you are saying.

to not care – to not think something is important.

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Match the words with the definitions

Words

1. to kill
2. a change
3. a mountain
4. a path
5. to enjoy
6. to be peaceful
7. to respect
8. environment
9. to leave an area clean
10. to leave rubbish
11. to cut down trees
12. to damage nature
13. to be dirty
14. to create a problem
15. to destroy nature
16. to avoid problems
17. to follow rules
18. fewer cars
19. a government
20. to limit the number of visitors
21. to protect an area
22. to remember
23. a memory
24. in conclusion
25. to not care

Definitions

a. to stop problems from happening
b. something you remember from the past
c. to make sure a place is clean when you go
d. to keep something in your mind
e. to be kind and careful with people or things
f. the natural world around us
g. a small road for walking
h. to make trees fall with a saw or machine
i. very high land
j. the people who make the rules for a country
k. to make a person, animal, or plant die
l. at the end; to finish what you are saying
m. to make a problem happen
n. to keep a place safe from damage
o. to badly damage forests, rivers, animals, or plants
p. to not think something is important
q. to allow only a certain number of people to visit
r. to be quiet and calm
s. a smaller number of cars
t. to hurt forests, rivers, animals, or plants
u. to put trash on the ground and not take it away
v. to like something and feel happy
w. to do what the rules say
x. something that becomes different
y. to not be clean

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Answers:
1-k, 2-x, 3-i, 4-g, 5-v, 6-r, 7-e,
8-f, 9-c, 10-u, 11-h, 12-t, 13-y,
14-m, 15-o, 16-a, 17-w, 18-s, 19-j,
20-q, 21-n, 22-d, 23-b, 24-l, 25-p

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Match the definitions with the words

Definitions

1. to make a person, animal, or plant die
2. to badly damage forests, rivers, animals, or plants
3. to stop problems from happening
4. the natural world around us
5. to be kind and careful with people or things
6. to put trash on the ground and not take it away
7. to make sure a place is clean when you go
8. to make trees fall with a saw or machine
9. to make a problem happen
10. to not be clean
11. to keep a place safe from damage
12. to allow only a certain number of people to visit
13. to do what the rules say
14. a smaller number of cars
15. the people who make the rules for a country
16. something that becomes different
17. very high land
18. a small road for walking
19. to like something and feel happy
20. to be quiet and calm
21. to keep something in your mind
22. something you remember from the past
23. at the end; to finish what you are saying
24. to not think something is important
25. to hurt forests, rivers, animals, or plants

Words

a. to follow rules
b. to be peaceful
c. to remember
d. a government
e. a memory
f. to enjoy
g. to create a problem
h. to leave an area clean
i. a mountain
j. to avoid problems
k. to respect
l. to damage nature
m. a path
n. to protect an area
o. environment
p. fewer cars
q. to cut down trees
r. to not care
s. a change
t. to kill
u. in conclusion
v. to destroy nature
w. to leave rubbish
x. to be dirty
y. to limit the number of visitors

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Answers:

1-t, 2-v, 3-j, 4-o, 5-k, 6-w, 7-h, 8-q,
9-g, 10-x, 11-n, 12-y, 13-a, 14-p,
15-d, 16-s, 17-i, 18-m, 19-f, 20-b,
21-c, 22-e, 23-u, 24-r, 25-l

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Fill in, words below:

memory • follow rules • mountain • damage nature • fewer cars • enjoy • leave rubbish • government • peaceful • kill • avoid problems • path • protect an area • change • respect • leave an area clean • environment • destroy nature • cut down trees • create a problem

1. People should not __________ animals because all living things are important.
2. Climate __________ is affecting our planet.
3. Mount Everest is the highest __________ in the world.
4. We walked along a small __________ in the forest.
5. Many people __________ spending time in nature.
6. The forest is quiet and __________ in the morning.
7. We should always __________ nature and animals.
8. The __________ is important for people, animals, and plants.
9. Visitors should __________ after having a picnic.
10. People should not __________ in forests because it makes places dirty.
11. People should not __________ because trees are important for nature.
12. Plastic waste can __________ and hurt animals and plants.
13. Pollution can __________ if people do not care about the environment.
14. We should recycle to __________ in the future.
15. National parks __________ and keep plants and animals safe.
16. Visitors must __________ when they visit protected places.
17. Cities with __________ often have cleaner air.
18. The __________ makes laws for the country.
19. People should not __________ because nature is important.
20. I have a happy __________ of my visit to the mountains.

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Correct version:

1. People should not kill animals because all living things are important.
2. Climate change is affecting our planet.
3. Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world.
4. We walked along a small path in the forest.
5. Many people enjoy spending time in nature.
6. The forest is quiet and peaceful in the morning.
7. We should always respect nature and animals.
8. The environment is important for people, animals, and plants.
9. Visitors should leave an area clean after having a picnic.
10. People should not leave rubbish in forests because it makes places dirty.
11. People should not cut down trees because trees are important for nature.
12. Plastic waste can damage nature and hurt animals and plants.
13. Pollution can create a problem if people do not care about the environment.
14. We should recycle to avoid problems in the future.
15. National parks protect an area and keep plants and animals safe.
16. Visitors must follow rules when they visit protected places.
17. Cities with fewer cars often have cleaner air.
18. The government makes laws for the country.
19. People should not destroy nature because nature is important.
20. I have a happy memory of my visit to the mountains.

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Which answer is correct?

1. People should not ______ animals because every living thing is important.
   a) kill
   b) respect
   c) enjoy
2. Climate ______ is affecting our planet.
   a) memory
   b) change
   c) environment
3. Mount Everest is the highest ______ in the world.
   a) path
   b) memory
   c) mountain
4. We walked along a small ______ in the forest.
   a) path
   b) environment
   c) mountain
5. Many people ______ spending time in nature.
   a) respect
   b) enjoy
   c) follow rules
6. The forest is quiet and ______ in the morning.
   a) environment
   b) memory
   c) peaceful
7. We should always ______ nature and animals.
   a) damage nature
   b) enjoy
   c) respect
8. The ______ is important for people, animals, and plants.
   a) environment
   b) government
   c) mountain
9. People should not ______ in forests because it makes places dirty.
   a) cut down trees
   b) leave rubbish
   c) destroy nature
10. People should not ______ because forests are important.
    a) protect an area
    b) leave an area clean
    c) cut down trees
11. Plastic waste can ______ and hurt animals and plants.
    a) avoid problems
    b) follow rules
    c) damage nature
12. Pollution can ______ if people do not care about nature.
    a) create a problem
    b) protect an area
    c) respect
13. People should not ______ because nature is important.
    a) leave rubbish
    b) destroy nature
    c) enjoy
14. We should recycle to ______ in the future.
    a) damage nature
    b) create a problem
    c) avoid problems
15. Visitors must ______ when they visit protected places.
    a) leave rubbish
    b) follow rules
    c) kill
16. Cities with ______ often have cleaner air.
    a) more rubbish
    b) more problems
    c) fewer cars
17. The ______ makes laws for the country.
    a) government
    b) memory
    c) path
18. National parks ______ and keep plants and animals safe.
    a) destroy nature
    b) protect an area
    c) cut down trees
19. I have a happy ______ of my visit to the mountains.
    a) change
    b) memory
    c) mountain
20. Visitors should ______ after having a picnic.
    a) leave an area clean
    b) leave rubbish
    c) damage nature

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Answers:

1-a, 2-b, 3-c, 4-a, 5-b, 6-c, 7-c,
8-a, 9-b, 10-c, 11-c, 12-a, 13-b, 14-c,
15-b, 16-c, 17-a, 18-b, 19-b, 20-a

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Full version:

1. People should not kill animals because every living thing is important.
2. Climate change is affecting [to change or influence someone or something] our planet.
3. Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world.
4. We walked along a small path in the forest.
5. Many people enjoy spending time in nature.
6. The forest is quiet and peaceful in the morning.
7. We should always respect nature and animals.
8. The environment is important for people, animals, and plants.
9. People should not leave rubbish in forests because it makes places dirty.
10. People should not cut down trees because forests are important.
11. Plastic waste can damage nature and hurt animals and plants.
12. Pollution can create a problem if people do not care about nature.
13. People should not destroy nature because nature is important.
14. We should recycle to avoid problems in the future.
15. Visitors must follow rules when they visit protected places.
16. Cities with fewer cars often have cleaner air.
17. The government makes laws for the country.
18. National parks protect an area and keep plants and animals safe.
19. I have a happy memory of my visit to the mountains.
20. Visitors should leave an area clean after having a picnic.

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True or false:

1. People should respect nature and animals.
2. Leaving rubbish in forests helps the environment.
3. A mountain is a very high place on Earth.
4. The government makes laws for a country.
5. Destroying nature helps plants and animals.
6. A path is a small road for walking.
7. Fewer cars can help make the air cleaner.
8. To kill means to help something live.
9. A peaceful place is usually noisy and full of problems.
10. A memory is something that will happen in the future.
11. Visitors should leave an area clean after a picnic.
12. To damage nature means to hurt plants, animals, or the environment.
13. Following rules creates more problems.
14. To enjoy something means to dislike it.

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True: 1,3,4,6,7,11,12

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Full version:

1. People should respect nature and animals.
2. Leaving rubbish in forests helps the environment.
   False – True is: Leaving rubbish in forests damages the environment.
3. A mountain is a very high place on Earth.
4. The government makes laws for a country.
5. Destroying nature helps plants and animals.
   False – True is: Destroying nature hurts plants and animals.
6. A path is a small road for walking.
7. Fewer cars can help make the air cleaner.
8. To kill means to help something live.
   False – True is: To kill means to make something die.
9. A peaceful place is usually noisy and full of problems.
   False – True is: A peaceful place is usually quiet and calm.
10. A memory is something that will happen in the future.
    False – True is: A memory is something you remember from the past.
11. Visitors should leave an area clean after a picnic.
12. To damage nature means to hurt plants, animals, or the environment.
13. Following rules creates more problems.
    False – True is: Following rules helps avoid problems.
14. To enjoy something means to dislike it.
    False – True is: To enjoy something means to like it and feel happy.

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Match the questions with the answers.

Questions

1. What does it mean to kill?
2. What is a path?
3. What is the environment?
4. Why should people leave an area clean?
5. What does it mean to damage nature?
6. What does a government do?
7. Why should people follow rules?
8. What is a memory?
9. What does it mean to protect an area?
10. Why should people avoid problems?
11. What does it mean to destroy nature?
12. Why are fewer cars good for the environment?

Answers

a) It means to keep a place safe from damage.

b) It is something you remember from the past.

c) Because they help make the air cleaner.

d) It means to make something die.

e) It means to hurt forests, animals, plants, or the environment.

f) It means to badly damage nature.

g) It makes laws and rules for a country.

h) It is a small road for walking.

i) Because it helps keep places clean.

j) It means to stop problems from happening.

k) Because rules help protect places and people.

l) It is the natural world around us.

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Answers:

1-d, 2-h, 3-l, 4-i, 5-e, 6-g,
7-k, 8-b, 9-a, 10-j, 11-f, 12-c

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Full version:

1. Why should we respect nature? — Because nature, animals, and plants are important.
2. What is the environment? — It is the natural world around us.
3. What is a path? — It is a small road for walking.
4. Why should people leave an area clean? — Because we should not leave rubbish in nature.
5. What does it mean to damage nature? — It means to hurt plants, animals, and the environment.
6. What does the government do? — It makes laws and rules for a country.
7. Why should people follow rules? — Because rules help protect places and people.
8. What is a memory? — It is something you remember from the past.
9. What does it mean to protect an area? — It means to keep a place safe from damage.
10. Why should people avoid problems? — It means to stop problems from happening.
11. What does it mean to destroy nature? — It means to badly damage nature.
12. Why are fewer cars good for the environment? — Because fewer cars can help make the air cleaner.

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Find the word that does not belong

1. mountain • path • government • memory
2. respect • enjoy • change • kill
3. environment • fewer cars • peaceful • mountain
4. leave rubbish • mountain • leave an area clean • follow rules
5. damage nature • protect an area • enjoy • destroy nature
6. government • cut down trees • damage nature • kill
7. avoid problems • memory • follow rules • create a problem
8. change • respect • protect an area • enjoy
9. fewer cars • path • environment • mountain
10. peaceful • government • memory • change

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Answers:

1. government – it is not connected to nature or places.
2. change – it is not an action related to people or nature.
3. mountain – it is a place, while the others describe nature conditions or ideas.
4. mountain – it is a place, while the others are actions/rules for protecting nature.
5. enjoy – it is positive, while the others are connected to protecting or harming nature.
6. government – it is not an action connected to nature.
7. memory – it is something from the past, while the others are actions.
8. change – it is not an action connected to nature or behaviour.
9. fewer cars – it is about transport, while the others are places in nature.
10. peaceful – it describes a feeling/place, while the others are things or ideas.

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Match the beginning and ending

Beginnings

1. People should respect…
2. We should not cut down…
3. Visitors should leave…
4. Fewer cars can help…
5. Following rules helps…
6. A memory is something…
7. We should protect…
8. People should avoid…
9. We should not leave…
10. The government makes…

Endings

a) laws and rules for a country.

b) problems in nature.

c) rubbish in forests.

d) trees because forests are important.

e) nature and animals.

f) the air become cleaner.

g) an area to keep it safe.

h) you remember from the past.

i) an area clean after a picnic.

j) problems by following rules.

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Answers:

1-e, 2-d, 3-i, 4-f, 5-j, 6-h,
7-g, 8-b, 9-c, 10-a

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CHALLENGE – no words given

1. People should not __________ animals because all living things are important.
2. Climate __________ is affecting the environment.
3. Mount Everest is the highest __________ in the world.
4. We walked along a small __________ in the forest.
5. Many people __________ visiting beautiful places in nature.
6. The forest is quiet and __________ in the morning.
7. We should always __________ nature and animals.
8. The __________ is important for people, animals, and plants.
9. Visitors should __________ after having a picnic.
10. People should not __________ in forests because it makes places dirty.
11. People should not __________ because trees are important for nature.
12. Pollution can __________ and hurt plants and animals.
13. We should recycle to __________ in the future.
14. National parks __________ and keep animals and plants safe.
15. I have a happy __________ of my visit to the mountains.

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Full version:

1. People should not kill animals because all living things are important.
2. Climate change is affecting the environment.
3. Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world.
4. We walked along a small path in the forest.
5. Many people enjoy visiting beautiful places in nature.
6. The forest is quiet and peaceful in the morning.
7. We should always respect nature and animals.
8. The environment is important for people, animals, and plants.
9. Visitors should leave an area clean after having a picnic.
10. People should not leave rubbish in forests because it makes places dirty.
11. People should not cut down trees because trees are important for nature.
12. Pollution can damage nature and hurt plants and animals.
13. We should recycle to avoid problems in the future.
14. National parks protect an area and keep animals and plants safe.
15. I have a happy memory of my visit to the mountains.

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