– ahead of her, 10 months of education by the Foundation, some thoughts ´……
How to make the most of my 10 months at Shinta Mani Foundation
Studying at the Shinta Mani Foundation is a great opportunity for me. I feel proud and excited to be part of this program. In these 10 months, I want to learn as much as possible. To do that, I will come to school every day and always arrive on time. I will listen carefully to my teachers, take notes, and ask questions when I don’t understand something.
English is very important in the hospitality and tourism industry, so I will practice it every day. I will try to speak and write in English as much as I can. If I meet tourists, I will try to talk to them to improve my speaking skills.
I will also be respectful, polite, and friendly to my teachers, classmates, and guests. In hospitality, it’s important to be helpful and work well in a team.
I will study hard in both theory and practice. I want to learn how to clean rooms, welcome guests, and solve problems in a hotel.
After the course, I hope to get a good job and help my family. My dream is to become a professional and successful person.
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Vocabulary:
To be accepted – to be allowed to join something.
Education – learning from school or teachers.
A foundation – an organization that gives help or support.
An opportunity – a good chance to do something.
To feel proud – to be happy because of a good result.
To be excited – to feel happy and interested about something.
To arrive on time – to come at the right time.
To listen carefully – to pay close attention when someone speaks.
To take notes – to write important information.
To ask questions – to say or write something to get information.
Hospitality – work of helping and serving guests.
To practice – to do something again to get better.
To meet somebody – to see and talk to someone for the first time.
To improve – to become better or make something better.
Speaking skills – the ability to speak a language well.
To be respectful – to show care and honor to others.
To be polite – to act in a nice and kind way.
A classmate – a person in the same class.
To solve a problem – to find the answer to something difficult.
A professional person – someone who works well and seriously.
To be successful – to reach goals and do well.
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Match the words (A) with their correct definitions (B):
A. Words
___ To solve a problem
___ A foundation
___ To be respectful
___ To take notes
___ Speaking skills
___ To arrive on time
___ To be accepted
___ A classmate
___ To be excited
___ To improve
___ Hospitality
___ To meet somebody
___ To ask questions
___ To practice
___ A professional person
___ To listen carefully
___ To be polite
___ To be successful
___ An opportunity
___ Education
___ To feel proud
B. Definitions
a. To be allowed to join something b. The ability to speak a language well c. A good chance to do something d. Someone who works well and seriously e. To come at the right time f. To act in a nice and kind way g. To pay close attention when someone speaks h. To become better or make something better i. To see and talk to someone for the first time j. An organization that gives help or support k. Learning from school or teachers l. The work of helping and serving guests m. A person in the same class n. To do something again to get better o. To find the answer to something difficult p. To write important information q. To feel happy and interested about something r. To say or write something to get information s. To show care and honor to others t. To reach goals and do well u. To be happy because of a good result
Interviewer: Leakana, how do you feel about studying at the Shinta Mani Foundation? Leakana: I feel proud and excited to be part of this program.
Interviewer: What will you do to learn a lot in these 10 months? Leakana: I will come to school every day and arrive on time.
Interviewer: How will you behave in class? Leakana: I will listen carefully to my teachers and take notes.
Interviewer: What will you do if you don’t understand something? Leakana: I will ask questions to learn better.
Interviewer: Why is English important for you? Leakana: English is important in hospitality and tourism.
Interviewer: How will you practice your English? Leakana: I will speak and write in English every day.
Interviewer: What will you do if you meet tourists? Leakana: I will try to talk to them to improve my speaking.
Interviewer: How will you treat your teachers and classmates? Leakana: I will be respectful, polite, and friendly to everyone.
Interviewer: What skills do you want to learn? Leakana: I want to learn how to clean rooms and welcome guests.
Interviewer: What is your dream after finishing the course? Leakana: I hope to get a good job and be successful.
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I am Leakana. Every day, I come to school and arrive on time. I listen carefully to my teachers and take notes. If I don’t understand something, I ask questions. I practice speaking and writing in English every day. When I meet tourists, I try to talk to them to improve my English speaking. I am always polite, respectful, and friendly to my teachers and classmates. I work hard to learn how to clean rooms, welcome guests, and solve problems in a hotel. I want to be successful and get a good job after my course.
Rewrite the text, start with
„She is Leakana. Every day she comes to school…..“
and make all changes necessary.
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Correct version:
She is Leakana. Every day, she comes to school and arrives on time. She listens carefully to her teachers and takes notes. If she doesn’t understand something, she asks questions. She practices speaking and writing in English every day. When she meets tourists, she tries to talk to them to improve her English speaking. She is always polite, respectful, and friendly to her teachers and classmates. She works hard to learn how to clean rooms, welcome guests, and solve problems in a hotel. She wants to be successful and get a good job after her course.
It is important to have a healthy mind. A healthy mind helps us feel happy and do well at work and school.
To have a healthy mind, we need to take care of our feelings and thoughts. Sometimes, we feel stress or worry. This is normal. But we can learn to feel calm and strong.
One way to feel calm is to breathe slowly and deeply. This helps our body and mind relax. We can also think about good things to feel happy.
It is good to talk about our feelings with friends, family, or someone we trust. Talking helps us feel better.
Helping others and working together is also good for our mind. When we are kind and share, we feel good inside.
It is important to rest and have breaks. When we rest, our mind and body get strong.
When we take care of our mind, we feel confident. We can solve problems better and enjoy life.
Mental health means feeling good inside. Taking care of our mind is as important as learning new skills.
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Vocabulary:
to achieve To get or do something you want.
mental health How your mind feels and works.
well-being Feeling good and happy.
to feel happy To feel good inside.
a healthy mind A mind that feels good and works well.
to take care of something To keep something safe and healthy.
feelings What you feel inside, like happy or sad.
thoughts The things you think in your mind.
to feel stress To feel worried or tense.
to worry To think about problems and feel nervous.
to feel calm To feel quiet and relaxed, not nervous.
to breathe To take air in and out of your body.
the mind The part inside your head where you think and feel.
to relax To rest and feel calm.
to trust somebody To believe that a person is good and honest.
to feel better To feel good again after feeling bad.
to be kind To be nice and help others.
to share To give some of what you have to others.
to rest To stop work and relax.
to have a break To stop for a short time to rest.
to feel confident To feel sure about yourself.
to solve a problem To find an answer to a difficulty.
to enjoy life To feel happy and have fun in life.
skills Things you can do well.
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Multiple-choice test , only one answer correct
What does to achieve mean? a) To get or do something you wanted b) To sleep all day c) To eat something fast
What is mental health? a) A kind of exercise b) How your mind feels and works c) A game you play
What does well-being mean? a) A small animal b) Playing video games c) Feeling good and happy
What does to feel happy mean? a) To feel good inside b) To forget something c) To carry something heavy
What is a healthy mind? a) A place to study b) A mind that feels good and works well c) A fruit
What does to take care of something mean? a) To lose it b) To break it c) To keep something safe and healthy
What are feelings? a) Things you feel inside, like happy or sad b) Music you listen to c) Things you eat
What are thoughts? a) Sounds you make b) The things you think in your mind c) Your clothes
What does to feel stress mean? a) To play with friends b) To feel worried or tense c) To sleep
What does to worry mean? a) To be very happy b) To think about problems and feel nervous c) To clean your room
What does to feel calm mean? a) To sing loudly b) To run fast c) To feel quiet and relaxed
What does to breathe mean? a) To take air in and out of your body b) To eat quickly c) To laugh a lot
What is the mind? a) A book b) The part inside your head where you think and feel c) A house
What does to relax mean? a) To jump high b) To rest and feel calm c) To build something
What does to trust somebody mean? a) To believe someone is good and honest b) To ask for money c) To read a book
What does to feel better mean? a) To feel good again after feeling bad b) To go shopping c) To cry
What does to be kind mean? a) To sleep late b) To be nice and help others c) To shout at someone
What does to share mean? a) To hide everything b) To give some of what you have to others c) To buy something
What does to rest mean? a) To stop working and relax b) To dance all night c) To write quickly
What does to have a break mean? a) To work longer b) To sleep for 12 hours c) To stop for a short time to rest
What does to feel confident mean? a) To feel sure about yourself b) To feel angry c) To feel tired
What does to solve a problem mean? a) To leave the house b) To find an answer to a difficulty c) To laugh with friends
What does to enjoy life mean? a) To always work b) To feel happy and have fun c) To talk to a doctor
What are skills? a) Things you can do well b) Places you go c) Books you read
a. To believe someone will help you and not hurt you. b. To take air into your body and let it out. c. To stop and relax after work or activity. d. The things you can do well. e. To have fun and be happy with your life. f. To keep something safe and help it stay good. g. To have a good and joyful feeling inside. h. To stop working for a short time to rest. i. To feel worried or nervous about something. j. The condition of your mind and how it works. k. To feel good again after feeling bad or sick. l. To find an answer to a problem. m. Emotions you feel inside, like sadness or joy. n. To give some of what you have to others. o. A mind that feels good and works well.
It is important to ______ your mental health. (a) take care of (b) eat (c) sleep
A ______ mind helps you feel happy. (a) tired (b) healthy (c) big
When you feel stress, try to ______ slowly. (a) jump (b) breathe (c) sleep
Talking about your ______ can help you feel better. (a) feelings (b) clothes (c) food
You can ______ problems by thinking carefully. (a) lose (b) break (c) solve
Good ______ help you do your work well. (a) skills (b) money (c) shoes
Sometimes you need to have a ______ and rest. (a) fight (b) run (c) break
______ your friends and share your thoughts. (a) push (b) leave (c) trust
When you relax, you ______ life more. (a) ignore (b) hate (c) enjoy
Feeling ______ makes it easier to solve problems. (a) angry (b) confident (c) tired
Take care of your mind to have ______. (a) pain (b) illness (c) well-being
When you feel calm, your ______ are clear. (a) hands (b) thoughts (c) shoes
Share your feelings to feel happy and ______. (a) small (b) strong (c) quiet
Breathe deeply to feel calm and ______. (a) hungry (b) loud (c) relaxed
Enjoy life by being kind and ______ others. (a) fighting (b) ignoring (c) helping
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1 a 2 b 3 b 4 a 5 c 6 a 7 c 8 c 9 c 10 b 11 c 12 b 13 b 14 c 15 c
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True/false:
Taking care of your mental health is important.
A healthy mind can make you feel unhappy.
You should ignore your feelings to feel better.
Breathing slowly can help when you feel stress.
Trusting friends and sharing thoughts is good for the mind.
It is good to have breaks and rest sometimes.
Feeling confident helps solve problems more easily.
Skills are not important for work.
Relaxing can help you enjoy life more.
Mental health is not related to well-being.
Sharing your feelings can make you feel strong.
It is not important to take care of your mind.
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False: 2,3,8,10,12
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Complete, words below:
Interviewer: Why is mental health important? Expert: Mental health is important because it helps us feel happy and __________.
Interviewer: How can we take care of our mental health? Expert: We can take care by resting, __________ slowly, and talking about feelings.
Interviewer: What is a healthy mind? Expert: A __________ mind means you feel good inside and can solve problems.
Interviewer: What can ___________ if we feel too much stress? Expert: Too much stress can make us feel worried or sad.
Interviewer: How can we feel less stress? Expert: We can breathe slowly, relax, and have a __________.
Interviewer: Why is it good to trust friends? Expert: Trusting friends helps us share feelings and feel __________
Interviewer: What skills help in work and life? Expert: Skills like solving __________ and staying calm help us in work and life.
Interviewer: How does sharing feelings help? Expert: Sharing feelings makes us __________strong and less alone.
Interviewer: What does it mean to enjoy life? Expert: Enjoying life __________ feeling happy and calm every day.
Interviewer: What is one good habit for mental health? Expert: One good habit is to take care of your __________every day.
Fill in:
feel – break – calm – mind – breathing – problems – happen – means – better – healthy
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Correct version:
Interviewer: Why is mental health important? Expert: Mental health is important because it helps us feel happy and calm.
Interviewer: How can we take care of our mental health? Expert: We can take care by resting, breathing slowly, and talking about feelings.
Interviewer: What is a healthy mind? Expert: A healthy mind means you feel good inside and can solve problems.
Interviewer: What can happen if we feel too much stress? Expert: Too much stress can make us feel worried or sad.
Interviewer: How can we feel less stress? Expert: We can breathe slowly, relax, and have a break.
Interviewer: Why is it good to trust friends? Expert: Trusting friends helps us share feelings and feel better.
Interviewer: What skills help in work and life? Expert: Skills like solving problems and staying calm help us in work and life.
Interviewer: How does sharing feelings help? Expert: Sharing feelings makes us feel strong and less alone.
Interviewer: What does it mean to enjoy life? Expert: Enjoying life means feeling happy and calm every day.
Interviewer: What is one good habit for mental health? Expert: One good habit is to take care of your mind every day.
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Every day, I take care of my mind to stay healthy. When I feel stress, I breathe slowly to feel calm. I try to relax and rest if I feel tired. I talk to my friends and share my feelings. This helps me feel better and not worried. I also try to solve problems by thinking carefully. When I feel calm, I enjoy life more. I know that good skills are important for work and life. Taking care of my mind helps me feel happy and strong every day. This is why I always do these things.
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Rewrite the story in 3rd person singular, start with
„Every day, he takes care of his………“
and make all changes necessary
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Correct version:
Every day, he takes care of his mind to stay healthy. When he feels stress, he breathes slowly to feel calm. He tries to relax and rest if he feels tired. He talks to his friends and shares his feelings. This helps him feel better and not worried. He also tries to solve problems by thinking carefully. When he feels calm, he enjoys life more. He knows that good skills are important for work and life. Taking care of his mind helps him feel happy and strong every day. This is why he always does these things.
ahead of her, 10 months of education by the Foundation, some thoughts ´……
How to get the most out of my 10 months at Shinta Mani Foundation
Studying at the Shinta Mani Foundation is a great chance for me. I feel happy and proud to be part of this program. I want to learn everything I can in these 10 months. To do that, I will come to school every day and always be on time. I will listen carefully to my teachers and take notes. I will ask questions if I don’t understand something.
I know English is very important in the hotel and tourism industry. So, I will practice speaking and writing English every day. I will talk to tourists if I get the chance, and I will try to use English in my daily life.
I will also be respectful and friendly to my teachers, classmates, and guests. Being kind and helpful is important in hospitality. I want to be a good team member.
I will work hard in both theory and practical classes. I want to learn how to work in a hotel, clean rooms, welcome guests, and solve problems.
After this course, I hope to find a good job and help support my family. I want to be a successful and professional person in the future. This is my dream.
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Vocabulary:
To get the most out (of something) – to learn or enjoy as much as possible from something. Example: I study hard to get the most out of my class.
To be proud – to feel happy and good about something you or someone did. Example: I am proud of my work.
To be part of something – to belong to a group or activity. Example: I am happy to be part of this school.
To be on time – to arrive at the correct time, not late. Example: I always come to class on time.
To listen carefully – to pay attention when someone is speaking. Example: I listen carefully to my teacher.
To take notes – to write down important things you hear in class. Example: I take notes during the lesson.
To ask questions – to say something when you don’t understand or want to know more. Example: I ask questions when I need help.
To practice speaking English – to try speaking English many times to get better. Example: I practice speaking English every day.
To get a chance – to have an opportunity to do something. Example: If I get a chance, I will talk to a tourist.
Daily life – the things you do every day. Example: In my daily life, I help my family and go to school.
To be respectful – to show care and politeness to others. Example: I am respectful to my teachers.
A classmate – a person who studies with you in the same class. Example: My classmate is very friendly.
To be kind – to be nice and helpful to others. Example: It is good to be kind to people.
Hospitality – the work of helping and serving guests in hotels or restaurants. Example: I want to work in hospitality.
A team member – a person in a group who works with others. Example: I want to be a good team member.
A practical class – a class where you do real work, not just reading or writing. Example: We have a practical class in the hotel kitchen.
To clean a room – to make a room neat and tidy. Example: I learn how to clean a room in class.
To solve a problem – to find an answer to something that is difficult. Example: We learn how to solve a problem with a guest.
To support – to help someone in life or work. Example: I want to support my family.
To be successful – to do well in life or work. Example: I want to be successful in the future.
To be professional – to work well and with good manners, like a trained worker. Example: A hotel worker must be professional.
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Multiple choice – one answer correct
1. What does „to be on time“ mean? A. to arrive at the right time B. to come late C. to leave early
2. What does „a classmate“ mean? A. a person in your family B. a person who studies with you C. a person who teaches you
3. What does „to support“ mean? A. to make a joke B. to help someone C. to forget something
4. What does „to be respectful“ mean? A. to shout at people B. to ignore someone C. to show care and politeness
5. What does „hospitality“ mean? A. the work of helping guests B. the job of building houses C. the study of animals
6. What does „to ask questions“ mean? A. to speak when you want to know more B. to talk about your weekend C. to stay silent
7. What does „to be kind“ mean? A. to be angry B. to be lazy C. to be nice and helpful
8. What does „to clean a room“ mean? A. to sleep in a room B. to make a room neat and tidy C. to make the room dirty
9. What does „a practical class“ mean? A. a class where you watch TV B. a class where you only read C. a class where you do real work
10. What does „to take notes“ mean? A. to listen without thinking B. to write down important things C. to sleep in class
11. What does „to solve a problem“ mean? A. to find an answer B. to forget the problem C. to make a problem bigger
12. What does „to be professional“ mean? A. to work well and with good manners B. to play games at work C. to be late for work
13. What does „to practice speaking English“ mean? A. to read only in your language B. to write English only C. to speak English many times to improve
14. What does „to get the most out“ mean? A. to leave the classroom B. to learn or enjoy as much as possible C. to waste time
15. What does „to be part of something“ mean? A. to watch from far away B. to stand alone C. to join and belong to a group
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Answers: 1 A, 2 B, 3 B, 4 C, 5 A, 6 A, 7 C, 8 B, 9 C, 10 B, 11 A, 12 A, 13 C, 14 B, 15 C ######################
Match the word with the correct definition:
Words:
To listen carefully
To be proud
Daily life
To ask questions
To clean a room
A team member
To solve a problem
Hospitality
To be kind
To practice speaking English
To be professional
To take notes
To support
To be part of something
A classmate
Definitions:
A. To help someone B. A person who studies with you C. To show care and politeness to others D. To write down important information E. To join and belong to a group F. The things you do every day G. To make a place tidy H. The work of welcoming and helping guests I. To listen with full attention J. To speak English often to get better K. A person who works with others on a team L. To feel happy about yourself or others M. To find an answer to a difficulty N. To ask for information or help O. To act in a careful and skilled way at work
___________________ Answers: 1 I, 2 L, 3 F, 4 N, 5 G, 6 K, 7 M, 8 H, 9 C, 10 J, 11 O, 12 D, 13 A, 14 E, 15 B ####################
Fill in, words below:
I listen ___________when the teacher talks.
She is __________ of her work in class.
Daily __________can be busy and fun.
It is good to __________ questions if you do not understand.
We clean a __________ every morning.
A team __________ helps others to do a job.
We __________ a problem by thinking and talking.
___________ means we help guests feel welcome.
It is important to be __________ to everyone.
I __________ speaking English every day.
hospitality – life – member – practice – carefully – kind – ask – room – solve – proud
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I listen carefully when the teacher talks.
She is proud of her work in class.
Daily life can be busy and fun.
It is good to ask questions if you do not understand.
We clean a room every morning.
A team member helps others to do a job.
We solve a problem by thinking and talking.
Hospitality means we help guests feel welcome.
It is important to be kind to everyone.
I practice speaking English every day.
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True/false:
Listening carefully helps you understand the teacher better.
Match the beginning of each sentence (1–10) with its correct ending (A–J):
Beginnings:
I take notes
We clean a room
To be kind
A classmate
I practice speaking English
We solve a problem
A team member
Hospitality
I ask questions
I am proud
Endings:
A. every morning before guests arrive. B. means to help and be friendly. C. is someone who studies with me. D. when I do something well. E. means helping guests feel welcome. F. when I don’t understand something. G. every day to get better. H. by thinking and working together. I. when the teacher is speaking. J. helps others and works together.
_______________________ 1 I, 2 A, 3 B, 4 C, 5 G, 6 H, 7 J, 8 E, 9 F, 10 D
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Multiple choice sentences with blanks – fill in:
I always try to ___ when the teacher explains something. a) clean a room b) listen carefully c) be proud
Every morning, we ___ before class starts. a) ask questions b) be kind c) clean a room
She is ___ of her good test results. a) proud b) respectful c) a classmate
We work together because I am ___ of a team. a) hospitality b) a team member c) professional
When I don’t understand, I always ___ to learn more. a) take notes b) ask questions c) solve a problem
Good ___ means being nice to guests. a) hospitality b) practice c) classmate
I ___ every day to improve my English. a) be proud b) solve a problem c) practice speaking English
I write fast in class because I like to ___. a) take notes b) support c) clean a room
He always helps me with my work because he is ___. a) respectful b) kind c) daily life
We had a big problem, but we worked together to ___. a) be professional b) solve a problem c) be part of something
____________________ 1 b, 2 c, 3 a, 4 b, 5 b, 6 a, 7 c, 8 a, 9 b, 10 b ####################
🔹 Interview with Leakana – fill in (words below)
1. Q: Hello Leakana! What are your plans for this year? A: I want to _________as much as I can at the Shinta Mani Foundation.
2. Q: How will you get the most out of your education? A: I will listen carefully, take notes, and ask __________
3. Q: Do you want to practice English too? A: Yes! I practice __________ English every day with my classmates.
4. Q: What do you enjoy in class? A: I enjoy working as a team __________ in practical classes.
5. Q: What do you learn in practical class? A: We learn how to __________ a room and how to be professional.
6. Q: How do you feel about being part of the program? A: I feel __________to be part of something so special.
7. Q: What do you do when you don’t understand something? A: I ask questions or talk to my _________.
8. Q: What does __________ mean to you? A: It means being kind and respectful to guests.
9. Q: Do you want to work in hospitality in the future? A: Yes, I want to _________ guests and be successful.
10. Q: What is your dream after finishing the 10-month course? A: I want to work in a ________and make my family proud.
________________ classmates – hotel – learn – clean – hospitality – member – support – questions – proud – speaking ################
👤 Interviewer: Good morning. Thank you for coming. Please have a seat.
🙋♀️ Candidate: Good morning. Thank you. I’m happy to be here.
👤 Interviewer: Can you please introduce yourself?
🙋♀️ Candidate:
Yes, of course. My name is Sophea Chan. I am 26 years old and I live in Siem Reap. I studied Tourism and Hospitality at the Royal University of Phnom Penh. I have two years of experience working at the front desk of a 4-star hotel. I enjoy working with people and giving good service.
👤 Interviewer: Why do you want to work at our hotel?
🙋♀️ Candidate:
I want to work here because your hotel is one of the best in Cambodia. You have many international guests, and I would like to work in a professional, high-level environment. I also want to grow and learn more in luxury hospitality.
👤 Interviewer: What are your main duties at your current job?
🙋♀️ Candidate:
At my current job, I work at the front desk. I check guests in and out, answer phone calls, give information about the hotel and city, and help with bookings. I also handle payments and use the hotel booking system.
👤 Interviewer: What hotel system or software do you use?
🙋♀️ Candidate:
We use Opera PMS. I know how to enter guest details, make bookings, check availability, and print bills.
👤 Interviewer: How do you deal with a difficult guest?
🙋♀️ Candidate:
First, I stay calm and listen carefully. I let the guest explain the problem. Then, I try to help and solve it quickly. If I cannot fix the problem myself, I call the manager. I always stay polite and friendly.
👤 Interviewer: What languages do you speak?
🙋♀️ Candidate:
I speak Khmer and English. My English is B1 level. I also know a little French and Chinese, enough to say hello and give simple directions.
👤 Interviewer: This job includes night and weekend shifts. Is that okay for you?
🙋♀️ Candidate:
Yes, I am flexible. I can work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays if needed.
👤 Interviewer: What do you enjoy most about working at a hotel?
🙋♀️ Candidate:
I enjoy meeting new people from different countries. I like helping them and making sure they enjoy their stay. It makes me happy when guests say thank you or smile.
👤 Interviewer: What are your strengths?
🙋♀️ Candidate:
I am friendly, organized, and hard-working. I always try to give good service. I also learn new things quickly.
👤 Interviewer: And your weaknesses?
🙋♀️ Candidate:
Sometimes I am a little shy at first, especially with new people. But I am working on this, and I feel more confident every day.
👤 Interviewer: Do you have any questions for me?
🙋♀️ Candidate:
Yes, thank you. I would like to ask: – What training do you give new staff? – Is there a chance to grow or get promoted at the hotel?
👤 Interviewer: Good questions. We do offer training and growth opportunities. Thank you for coming today.
🙋♀️ Candidate:
Thank you very much. I hope to work with your team.
You work in the restaurant of a hotel; when serving dinner to guests at a table a guest asks you if he and his family should go to Mt. Kulen and the waterfalls. You provide information on the trip.
Yes, Phnom Kulen and the waterfall are worth visiting, especially if you enjoy nature and history. Phnom Kulen is a mountain about 1.5 hours from Siem Reap. It is a special place for Cambodian people because it is where the Khmer Empire began.
One of the best parts of the trip is the big waterfall. You can swim there and relax. The water is cool and fresh, and the area is very green and quiet. Many local people go there on weekends to enjoy nature with their families.
On the mountain, you can also see the “River of a Thousand Lingas.” These are old carvings in the riverbed, made hundreds of years ago. At the top of the mountain, there is a large reclining Buddha statue. From there, you can enjoy a nice view.
The road going up is a bit bumpy, and there is an entrance fee. It’s a good idea to go in the morning and bring water, sunblock, and comfortable shoes.
If you like to see something outside the city and learn more about Cambodian culture, Phnom Kulen is a great place to visit.
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Vocabulary:
1. to be worth visiting – it is a good idea to go there; you will enjoy it 2. especially – more than other things; mainly 3. to enjoy – to like something and feel happy with it 4. history – the story of people and places in the past 5. an empire – a very big country or group of countries with one king or ruler 6. to relax – to rest and feel calm 7. fresh water – clean water from nature (not from the sea) 8. to be quiet – to not have much noise 9. local people – people who live in the area or village 10. a linga – a small stone that is a symbol of the god Shiva in Hindu religion 11. a carving – a picture or shape cut into stone or wood 12. a riverbed – the bottom of a river, where the water flows 13. a reclining Buddha – a statue of Buddha lying down 14. a bumpy road – a road that is not smooth; it shakes when you drive 15. an entrance fee – money you pay to go into a place 16. sunblock – cream that protects your skin from the sun 17. comfortable – easy and nice for your body; not too hard or tight
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Multiple-choice test , one answer correct only:
1. What does it mean if a place is worth visiting? A) It is a good place to go and see. B) It is a very quiet place. C) It is a place where people live.
2. What does especially mean? A) It means something is very expensive. B) It means something is more important or more true than other things. C) It means something is not safe.
3. What does it mean to enjoy something? A) To forget something. B) To like something and feel happy. C) To find something boring.
4. What is history? A) A type of food. B) A story about animals. C) The story of people and places in the past.
5. What is an empire? A) A small village in the mountains. B) A very big country or group of countries with one king or ruler. C) A type of clothing from Asia.
6. What does it mean to relax? A) To rest and feel calm. B) To start running quickly. C) To look for something in water.
7. What is fresh water? A) Water from the sea. B) Water from a swimming pool. C) Clean water from nature.
8. What does it mean to be quiet? A) To not have much noise. B) To sing very loudly. C) To move quickly.
9. Who are local people? A) People who travel a lot. B) People who live in the area. C) People who work in big cities.
10. What is a linga? A) A type of local fruit. B) A symbol of the god Shiva in Hindu religion. C) A long river in Cambodia.
11. What is a carving? A) A picture or shape cut into stone or wood. B) A kind of boat. C) A small hill near the river.
12. What is a riverbed? A) A place where you sleep near a river. B) The bottom of a river, where the water flows. C) A shop near the river.
13. What is a reclining Buddha? A) A statue of Buddha standing. B) A statue of Buddha lying down. C) A small temple for monks.
14. What is a bumpy road? A) A road with many people. B) A road that is not smooth and shakes when you drive. C) A road near the water.
15. What is an entrance fee? A) Money you pay to go into a place. B) A free ticket for the bus. C) A place to eat lunch.
16. What is sunblock used for? A) To help you sleep. B) To make your skin look nice. C) To protect your skin from the sun.
17. What does comfortable mean? A) Easy and nice for your body. B) Very cold and wet. C) Hard and heavy to wear.
1. Many visitors say the mountain is _______ for its beauty and history. (carving / worth visiting / relaxing)
2. The temple shows stories about the country’s _______. (sunblock / local people / history)
3. The powerful _______ ruled many lands long ago. (riverbed / empire / carving)
4. After walking, visitors like to sit and _______. (entrance fee / bumpy road / relax)
5. The river’s water is very clean and fresh, called _______. (especially / fresh water / quiet)
6. Early mornings in the forest are very _______. (local people / quiet / carving)
7. Always bring _______ to protect your skin from the sun. (comfortable / carving / sunblock)
8. The friendly _______ live near the mountain and help visitors. (carving / local people / history)
9. The road to the waterfall is rough and _______. (fresh water / bumpy road / carving)
10. A _______ is a small stone symbol important in Hindu temples. (reclining Buddha / linga / carving)
11. You pay an _______ to enter the park. (empire / carving / entrance fee)
12. A _______ is a design cut into stone or wood. (local people / carving / especially)
13. At the top of the mountain is a large _______ statue. (empire / reclining Buddha / sunblock)
14. The bottom of the river is called the _______. (comfortable / carving / riverbed)
15. These shoes are very _______ for walking long distances. (worth visiting / comfortable / especially)
16. Visitors often _______ the beauty of the nature around the waterfall. (carving / enjoy / fresh water)
17. I like this temple _______ because it is peaceful and quiet. (local people / especially / carving)
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1 worth visiting 2 history 3 empire 4 relax 5 fresh water 6 quiet 7 sunblock 8 local people 9 bumpy road 10 linga 11 entrance fee 12 carving 13 reclining Buddha 14 riverbed 15 comfortable 16 enjoy 17 especially
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Matching exercise,match each word to its definition:
Words
carving
entrance fee
bumpy road
reclining Buddha
empire
fresh water
local people
sunblock
history
worth visiting
comfortable
relax
especially
riverbed
linga
quiet
enjoy
Definitions :
A. The bottom of a river where water flows B. To feel happy and pleased doing something C. To rest and feel calm without stress D. A small stone important in Hindu temples E. The stories and events from the past F. Friendly people who live in a certain place G. A large area ruled by a king or queen long ago H. Not noisy or loud; peaceful I. A payment needed to enter a place or event J. A statue of Buddha lying down K. Very nice and worth spending time seeing or doing L. A way of protecting your skin from the sun M. Made by cutting a design into wood or stone N. Very good for your body; giving comfort O. A road full of holes and bumps, not smooth P. Used to point out something more than usual Q. Water that is clean and not salty
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1 M 2 I 3 O 4 J 5 G 6 Q 7 F 8 L 9 E 10 K 11 N 12 C 13 P 14 A 15 D 16 H 17 B
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Which words are we looking for?
Sure! Here are the definitions only, in randomized order:
A. Very good for your body; giving comfort:__________ B. To rest and feel calm without stress:__________ C. A small stone important in Hindu temples:__________ D. Water that is clean and not salty:__________ E. Friendly people who live in a certain place:__________ F. A payment needed to enter a place or event:__________ G. Made by cutting a design into wood or stone:__________ H. The bottom of a river where water flows:__________ I. A road full of holes and bumps, not smooth:__________ J. The stories and events from the past:__________ K. A statue of Buddha lying down:__________ L. To feel happy and pleased doing something:__________ M. Very nice and worth spending time seeing or doing:__________ N. Not noisy or loud; peaceful:__________ O. Used to point out something more than usual:__________ P. A large area ruled by a king or queen long ago:__________ Q. A way of protecting your skin from the sun:__________
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comfortable relax linga fresh water local people bumpy road carving riverbed especially history reclining Buddha enjoy worth visiting quiet empire entrance fee sunblock
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Dialogue between a waiter and guests about Mt. Kulen and the waterfall – fill in the missing words, given below:
Guest 1: Excuse me, can you tell us about Mt. Kulen? Waiter: Of course! Mt. Kulen is a famous __________ near here, known for its beautiful nature and history.
Guest 2: Is it worth visiting? Waiter: Yes, definitely. It is especially worth visiting if you like __________ and peaceful places.
Guest 1: What can we see there? Waiter: You can see the waterfall, many __________, and ancient temples with lingas.
Guest 2: How is the road to Mt. Kulen? Waiter: The road is a bit __________, so it’s good to be prepared.
Guest 1: Is there an entrance fee? Waiter: Yes, there is a small __________ fee to help keep the area clean.
Guest 2: Can we relax there? Waiter: Absolutely. It is quiet and perfect to __________ in fresh water by the waterfall.
Guest 1: What about local people? Can we meet them? Waiter: Yes, there are local people living nearby who are __________ and welcoming.
Guest 2: Should we bring anything special? Waiter: I recommend bringing __________ and comfortable shoes for walking.
Guest 1: Is it easy to enjoy the place? Waiter: Yes, you will enjoy the nature, history, and the __________ atmosphere.
Guest 2: Thank you! We will visit Mt. Kulen and the __________ for sure. Waiter: You’re welcome! I’m sure you will have a wonderful time.
Guest 1: Excuse me, can you tell us about Mt. Kulen? Waiter: Of course! Mt. Kulen is a famous mountain near here, known for its beautiful nature and history.
Guest 2: Is it worth visiting? Waiter: Yes, definitely. It is especially worth visiting if you like nature and peaceful places.
Guest 1: What can we see there? Waiter: You can see the waterfall, many carvings, and ancient temples with lingas.
Guest 2: How is the road to Mt. Kulen? Waiter: The road is a bit bumpy, so it’s good to be prepared.
Guest 1: Is there an entrance fee? Waiter: Yes, there is a small entrance fee to help keep the area clean.
Guest 2: Can we relax there? Waiter: Absolutely. It is quiet and perfect to relax in fresh water by the waterfall.
Guest 1: What about local people? Can we meet them? Waiter: Yes, there are local people living nearby who are friendly and welcoming.
Guest 2: Should we bring anything special? Waiter: I recommend bringing sunblock and comfortable shoes for walking.
Guest 1: Is it easy to enjoy the place? Waiter: Yes, you will enjoy the nature, history, and the calm atmosphere.
Guest 2: Thank you! We will visit Mt. Kulen and the waterfall for sure. Waiter: You’re welcome! I’m sure you will have a wonderful time.
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A guide tells you about a tour:
I often visit Mt. Kulen because it is a beautiful and peaceful place. When I go there, I drive on a bumpy road through the countryside. The road is not smooth, but the views are amazing.
When I arrive, I pay a small entrance fee. Then, I walk to the waterfall. The water is fresh and cool. I like to relax there because it is quiet and calm. I enjoy listening to the sound of the water.
Near the waterfall, I see old carvings and lingas on the stones. These are part of the history of the Khmer empire. I also visit the big reclining Buddha statue. It is very impressive.
I meet local people who live nearby. They are friendly and often tell me stories about the area. I always use sunblock and wear comfortable shoes during my visit.
________________ Rewrite the story in 3rd person singular, present simple, make all changes necessary:
He often visits Mt. Kulen.………………….When he goes there…….
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Answer:
He often visits Mt. Kulen because it is a beautiful and peaceful place. When he goes there, he drives on a bumpy road through the countryside. The road is not smooth, but the views are amazing.
When he arrives, he pays a small entrance fee. Then, he walks to the waterfall. The water is fresh and cool. He likes to relax there because it is quiet and calm. He enjoys listening to the sound of the water.
Near the waterfall, he sees old carvings and lingas on the stones. These are part of the history of the Khmer empire. He also visits the big reclining Buddha statue. It is very impressive.
He meets local people who live nearby. They are friendly and often tell him stories about the area. He always uses sunblock and wears comfortable shoes during his visit.
You work in the restaurant of a hotel; when serving dinner to guests at a table a guest asks you if he and his family should go to Mt. Kulen and the waterfalls. You provide information on the trip.
„Yes sir, Mt. Kulen and the waterfalls are a very nice place to visit. It is about 1.5 to 2 hours drive from Siem Reap. Many families go there for a day trip. You can see a big reclining Buddha on the mountain, and many people go there to pray. There is also a river with carvings in the stone under the water – it is called the „River of a Thousand Lingas.“
The waterfalls are beautiful. You can swim there if you like. The water is fresh and cool. Many local people go there on weekends, so it is better to go on a weekday. It is more quiet.
You can go by car or tuk-tuk. Some roads are a little bumpy, but it is not too bad. You can bring your own food or buy food there. There are small shops at the top of the mountain.
It is a good place for families, with nature, history, and culture. Just be careful near the rocks at the waterfall – they can be slippery.
If you like nature and want to relax outside the city, Mt. Kulen is a good idea. I think your family will enjoy it very much.“
__________________ Vocabulary:
1. a reclining buddha – a big statue of buddha lying down.
2. a mountain – a very high hill with land that goes up.
3. to pray – to speak to god or a spirit.
4. carvings – pictures or words cut into stone or wood.
5. a linga – a special stone for praying in the hindu religion.
6. a waterfall – water that falls down from a high place, like a river falling down a rock.
7. fresh water – clean water that is not salty.
8. local people – people who live in the area.
9. a weekend – saturday and sunday.
10. a weekday – monday to friday.
11. quiet – not noisy.
12. a bumpy road – a road that is not smooth, with many small jumps or holes.
13. the top of a mountain – the highest part of a mountain.
14. history – things that happened a long time ago.
15. to be careful – to move slowly and think, so you don’t fall or get hurt.
16. a rock – a big piece of hard stone.
17. slippery – easy to fall on because it is wet or smooth.
18. to relax – to rest and feel calm.
19. to enjoy – to feel happy about something.
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Multiple-choice exercise, only one answer is correct:
1. What is a waterfall? a) a road with holes b) water falling from a high place c) a big tree in the forest
2. What does it mean to relax? a) to rest and feel calm b) to run very fast c) to work very hard
3. What is a linga? a) a stone used for prayer in Hindu religion b) a type of animal c) a fruit from a tree
4. What is a weekday? a) a rainy day b) monday to friday c) saturday or sunday
5. What is a mountain? a) a kind of food b) a big hill c) a small house
6. What does it mean to pray? a) to drive a car b) to eat dinner c) to talk to god
7. What are carvings? a) clothes made from cotton b) pictures cut in stone or wood c) drawings on paper
8. What is fresh water? a) clean water, not from the sea b) water with sugar c) salty water
9. What does quiet mean? a) very big b) not noisy c) very loud
10. Who are local people? a) people who live in the area b) people on TV c) tourists from other countries
11. What does it mean to be careful? a) to move slowly and think b) to play fast games c) to jump and shout
12. What is a bumpy road? a) a smooth road b) a road with water c) a road with many small holes or jumps
13. What is a reclining buddha? a) a statue of buddha lying down b) a statue of buddha standing c) a statue of buddha sitting
14. What is history? a) animals in the jungle b) things to eat c) things from the past
15. What is a rock? a) big leaf b) hard stone c) soft pillow
16. What is the top of a mountain? a) the highest part b) the bottom part c) the middle part
17. What does slippery mean? a) hot and dry b) clean and soft c) easy to fall on
18. What does enjoy mean? a) to feel tired b) to feel happy c) to feel sick
6. Many people ___ at the temple. (pray / run / watch)
7. The wall ___ many carvings of animals. (has / jumps / makes)
8. She ___ fresh water from the spring. (drinks / eats / walks)
9. The park ___ quiet on weekdays. (is / runs / watches)
10. Local people ___ in this small village. (live / visit / swim)
11. He ___ careful on the wet rocks. (is / eats / takes)
12. The car ___ slowly on the bumpy road. (drives / talks / sings)
13. The statue ___ the reclining Buddha. (shows / dances / climbs)
14. The guide ___ the history of the temple. (tells / builds / closes)
15. She ___ on a rock and watches the river. (sits / jumps / walks)
16. We ___ the top of the mountain at 9 AM. (reach / fall / cook)
17. This stone ___ very slippery. (is / runs / flies)
18. Many people ___ this place with their family. (enjoy / lose / forget)
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1 falls, 2 relax, 3 shows, 4 goes, 5 is, 6 pray, 7 has, 8 drinks, 9 is, 10 live, 11 is, 12 drives, 13 shows, 14 tells, 15 sits, 16 reach, 17 is, 18 enjoy
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True/false ?
A waterfall is water falling from a high place.
Weekdays are Saturday and Sunday.
The reclining Buddha is a statue lying down.
Fresh water is salty.
Local people live in the village.
A bumpy road is smooth and flat.
To relax means to rest and feel calm.
History tells us about things from the past.
People climb mountains to find fresh water.
Carvings are pictures cut into stone or wood.
You must be careful on slippery rocks.
The top of a mountain is the lowest part.
Many people enjoy spending time with their family.
Quiet means not noisy.
A linga is a special stone used in prayer.
False: 2,4,6,9,12
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Matching exercise – words, definitions:
Words:
reclining Buddha
mountain
to pray
carvings
linga
waterfall
fresh water
local people
weekend
weekday
quiet
bumpy road
the top of a mountain
history
to be careful
rock
slippery
to relax
to enjoy
Definitions:
a. A place where water falls down from high rocks or a mountain b. To ask or talk to God or gods c. Not noisy d. The highest part of a mountain e. Water that is clean and not salty f. The days from Monday to Friday g. Stones or shapes cut into wood or stone h. A special stone used in Hindu prayer i. People who live in a place or village j. To rest and feel calm k. A road with many bumps and holes l. A big, high area of land higher than a hill m. To take care so you do not get hurt n. The story of the past and old times o. To like something very much p. A stone or hard piece of the earth q. The days Saturday and Sunday r. The statue of a lying Buddha s. Easy to fall on because it is wet or smooth
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1 r, 2 l, 3 b, 4 g, 5 h, 6 a, 7 e, 8 i, 9 q, 10 f, 11 c, 12 k, 13 d, 14 n, 15 m, 16 p, 17 s, 18 j, 19 o
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Complete – words given below:
Guest: Excuse me, can you tell me __________ Mt. Kulen?
You: Of course! What do you want to know?
Guest: __________ is Mt. Kulen?
You: It is about 50 kilometers from here, __________ of Siem Reap.
Guest: How do we get there?
You: You can go by car or motorbike. The road is a bit __________
Guest: What can we see there?
You: You can see a big __________ Buddha statue and beautiful waterfalls.
Guest: Who lives near Mt. Kulen?
You: Local people live in small __________ around the mountain.
Guest: When is the best time to visit?
You: The weekend is __________, but weekdays are quiet and nice.
Guest: Why should we visit Mt. Kulen?
You: Because it is a beautiful place to __________ and enjoy nature.
Guest: Is it safe to climb the mountain?
You: Yes, but be careful. Some rocks are __________.
Guest: Thank you for the information!
You: You’re welcome! __________ your trip!
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slippery – busy – reclining – about – relax – where – enjoy – villages – bumpy. – north
________________ Correct version:
Guest: Excuse me, can you tell me about Mt. Kulen?
You: Of course! What do you want to know?
Guest: Where is Mt. Kulen?
You: It is about 50 kilometers from here, north of Siem Reap.
Guest: How do we get there?
You: You can go by car or motorbike. The road is a bit bumpy.
Guest: What can we see there?
You: You can see a big reclining Buddha statue and beautiful waterfalls.
Guest: Who lives near Mt. Kulen?
You: Local people live in small villages around the mountain.
Guest: When is the best time to visit?
You: The weekend is busy, but weekdays are quiet and nice.
Guest: Why should we visit Mt. Kulen?
You: Because it is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy nature.
Guest: Is it safe to climb the mountain?
You: Yes, but be careful. Some rocks are slippery.
Guest: Thank you for the information!
You: You’re welcome! Enjoy your trip!
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A guide tells about Mt. Kulen:
I go to Mt. Kulen twice every week. I drive there from the city. First, I show visitors the big reclining Buddha statue. It is very old and beautiful. Then, I take them to see the waterfalls. The water is fresh and cool. People like to take pictures there. After that, I walk a little to see the carvings on the rocks. I explain the history of the place. Sometimes, visitors pray near the linga, a special stone. I tell them to be careful because the rocks can be slippery. At the end, people relax and enjoy the quiet nature. _______________________
Rewrite the story in the third person singular present tense simple, make all changes necessary:
He goes to M Kulen………
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Correct version:
He goes to Mt. Kulen twice every week. He drives there from the city. First, he shows visitors the big reclining Buddha statue. It is very old and beautiful. Then, he takes them to see the waterfalls. The water is fresh and cool. People like to take pictures there. After that, he walks a little with the visitors to see the carvings on the rocks. He explains the history of the place. Sometimes, visitors pray near the linga, a special stone. He tells them to be careful because the rocks can be slippery. At the end, people relax and enjoy the quiet nature.
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Words got scrambled – find the word:
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reclining waterfall carvings pray slippery history relax
Munny is the Head Naturalist at Shinta Mani Wild, a unique eco-resort in Cambodia. His main job is to protect the wildlife and the forest around the resort. Shinta Mani Wild is located in the Southern Cardamom Mountains, an area with many rare and endangered animals.
Every day, Munny checks camera traps that take photos of wild animals like clouded leopards, pangolins, and sun bears. These cameras help him learn about animals that are difficult to see. Munny also walks through the forest, looking for animal tracks and signs. He works closely with rangers who protect the area from illegal logging and poaching.
The team at Shinta Mani Wild includes local people trained to help with conservation. Some used to hunt or cut trees but now work to protect the forest. The resort also educates visitors about the environment and wildlife.
Munny and his team are very important because they help save endangered animals and keep the forest safe. Their work shows how people can live together with nature and protect it for future generations.
______________________ Vocabulary:
The Head Naturalist: The main person who takes care of animals and plants.
Unique: One of a kind, special.
An eco-resort: A hotel that cares about nature and the environment.
To protect: To keep safe from harm.
To be located: To be in a place.
Rare: Not easy to find, very few.
Endangered animals: Animals that can disappear forever if people do not help.
A camera trap: A camera that takes pictures of animals without a person there.
A clouded leopard: A wild cat with spots, lives in the forest.
A pangolin: A small animal with scales, looks like a little armadillo.
A sun bear: A small bear that lives in the forest.
Animal tracks: Marks or footprints left by animals.
Illegal logging: Cutting down trees when it is not allowed.
To poach: To catch or kill animals when it is not allowed.
Conservation: Helping to save nature and animals.
To educate: To teach people.
A visitor: A person who comes to see a place.
The environment: Nature, including animals, plants, water, and air.
To save endangered animals: To help animals that are in danger not disappear.
To keep safe: To protect and not let something get hurt.
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Which answer is correct?
1. What does “The Head Naturalist” do? a) Builds houses b) Takes care of animals and plants c) Teaches people in school
2. What does “Unique” mean? a) Very big b) One of a kind, special c) Easy to find
3. What is “An eco-resort”? a) A hotel that cares about nature b) A restaurant in the city c) A school for animals
4. What does “To protect” mean? a) To find something b) To keep safe from harm c) To take a photo
5. What does “To be located” mean? a) To be very small b) To be in a place c) To be very old
6. What does “Rare” mean? a) Very big and heavy b) Not easy to find, very few c) Very noisy
7. What are “Endangered animals”? a) Animals that eat a lot of food b) Animals that live in the city c) Animals that can disappear forever if no one helps
8. What is “A camera trap”? a) A camera that takes pictures of animals without a person there b) A trap to catch animals c) A tool to measure trees
9. What is “A clouded leopard”? a) A small bird in the city b) A type of tree c) A wild cat with spots that lives in the forest
10. What is “A pangolin”? a) A big bear in the forest b) A small animal with scales, like a little armadillo c) A type of fish
11. What is “A sun bear”? a) A small bear that lives in the forest b) A big cat with stripes c) A kind of bird
12. What are “Animal tracks”? a) Marks or footprints left by animals b) Places where animals sleep c) Animals that run fast
13. What is “Illegal logging”? a) Building a house b) Cutting down trees when it is not allowed c) Planting new trees
14. What does “To poach” mean? a) To feed animals b) To catch or kill animals when it is not allowed c) To clean the forest
15. What is “Conservation”? a) Helping to save nature and animals b) Visiting a city c) Building roads
16. What does “To educate” mean? a) To teach people b) To protect animals c) To take photos
17. Who is “A visitor”? a) A person who lives in a village b) An animal in the forest c) A person who comes to see a place
18. What is “The environment”? a) Nature, including animals, plants, water, and air b) A building or house c) A type of food
19. What does “To save endangered animals” mean? a) To help animals that are in danger not disappear b) To feed animals every day c) To make animals run faster
20. What does “To keep safe” mean? a) To build a new house b) To take a photo of something c) To protect and not let something get hurt
a) A small bear that lives in the forest b) The marks or footprints left by animals c) A hotel that cares about nature d) To teach people e) To catch or kill animals when it is not allowed f) One of a kind, special g) To keep safe from harm h) A person who comes to see a place i) Animals that can disappear forever if no one helps j) Nature, including animals, plants, water, and air k) The person who takes care of animals and plants in a nature area l) To be in a certain place m) Helping to save nature and animals n) A camera that takes pictures of animals without a person there o) To help animals that are in danger not disappear p) A wild cat with spots that lives in the forest q) Cutting down trees when it is not allowed r) A small animal with scales, like a little armadillo s) To protect and not let something get hurt t) Not easy to find, very few
Illegal logging means cutting trees without permission.
People who poach animals do it secretly.
Conservation is important to keep nature safe.
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Interview with Munny – fill in, words below:
1. Q: What is your job here? A: I am the head naturalist. I take care of the forest and study __________.
2. Q: Why is this forest special? A: It’s home to many rare and __________ animals that need protection.
3. Q: What animals can be found here? A: We have clouded leopards, __________, sun bears, and many birds and insects.
4. Q: How do you observe the animals? A: I use camera traps. They take photos when __________ walk by.
5. Q: What does a normal day look like for you? A: I walk through the forest, check camera traps, look for animal __________, and watch for signs of danger.
6. Q: What dangers do the animals face? A: The biggest problems are __________ logging and poaching. These harm the forest and the animals.
7. Q: How do you fight these problems? A: I report illegal activity, and I help teach people why __________ is important.
8. Q: What is conservation to you? A: It means protecting nature so __________ generations can enjoy it too.
9. Q: Do you talk to __________? A: Yes, I guide them through the forest and explain how we protect it.
10. Q: What is your hope for the future? A: I hope we can keep this __________ safe and save all the endangered animals.
1. Q: What is your job here? A: I am the head naturalist. I take care of the forest and study wildlife.
2. Q: Why is this forest special? A: It’s home to many rare and endangered animals that need protection.
3. Q: What animals can be found here? A: We have clouded leopards, pangolins, sun bears, and many birds and insects.
4. Q: How do you observe the animals? A: I use camera traps. They take photos when animals walk by.
5. Q: What does a normal day look like for you? A: I walk through the forest, check camera traps, look for animal tracks, and watch for signs of danger.
6. Q: What dangers do the animals face? A: The biggest problems are illegal logging and poaching. These harm the forest and the animals.
7. Q: How do you fight these problems? A: I report illegal activity, and I help teach people why conservation is important.
8. Q: What is conservation to you? A: It means protecting nature so future generations can enjoy it too.
9. Q: Do you talk to visitors? A: Yes, I guide them through the forest and explain how we protect it.
10. Q: What is your hope for the future? A: I hope we can keep this forest safe and save all the endangered animals.
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A tyical day:
Every morning, I wake up early and prepare my tools. I walk into the forest with my notebook and GPS. First, I check the camera traps to see if they have captured any animals. Sometimes I find pictures of rare wildlife, like a clouded leopard or a sun bear. Then, I look for animal tracks and signs of illegal logging or poaching. I take notes and sometimes measure footprints or trees. In the afternoon, I return to the station and upload the camera data. I also speak with visitors and explain our work. My job is not easy, but I love it. Every day, I help protect nature and keep the forest safe for the animals that live here.
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Every morning, he wakes up and prepares his………….
____________________________ Answer: Every morning, Munny wakes up early and prepares his tools. He walks into the forest with his notebook and GPS. First, he checks the camera traps to see if they capture any animals. Sometimes he finds pictures of rare wildlife, like a clouded leopard or a sun bear. Then, he looks for animal tracks and signs of illegal logging or poaching. He takes notes and sometimes measures footprints or trees. In the afternoon, he returns to the station and uploads the camera data. He also speaks with visitors and explains their work. His job is not easy, but he loves it. Every day, he helps protect nature and keeps the forest safe for the animals that live there. ####################
Munny is a kind and brave man. He works at Shinta Mani Wild in Cambodia. This is a special place in the jungle. It is home to many wild animals like elephants, bears, and leopards. Munny is the Head Naturalist. He helps to protect the forest and the animals.
Every day, Munny walks in the forest. He wears boots and carries tools. He puts camera traps on trees. These cameras take pictures of animals when they walk by. Munny watches the photos to learn where the animals live and move.
Munny also works with forest rangers. Together, they stop bad people from cutting trees or hurting animals. Sometimes it is hard work. Munny gets dirty, wet, and tired. But he is happy because he loves nature.
Munny also talks to visitors. He teaches them about the forest and animals. He shows them how to care for nature. Munny’s work is very important.
Shinta Mani Wild is not just a hotel. It is a place that helps the forest. People like Munny protect the future. He is a real hero of the jungle.
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Vocabulary:
1. Kind – a person who is nice and helps other people or animals. 2. Brave – a person who is not afraid and does difficult things. 3. A jungle – a big, wild place with many trees, plants, and animals. 4. A head naturalist – the main person who knows about animals and plants in nature. 5. To protect – to keep something safe. 6. A forest – a place with many trees. 7. To wear boots – to have big shoes on your feet for walking in nature. 8. To carry – to take something in your hand or bag when you go somewhere. 9. A tool – something you use to do work (like a knife, hammer, or ruler). 10. A camera trap – a camera that takes pictures when an animal walks in front of it. 11. To walk by – to walk near something. 12. To move – to go from one place to another. 13. A forest ranger – a person who works in the forest to help it and the animals. 14. To cut trees – to take down trees with a tool. 15. To hurt animals – to do something bad to animals so they feel pain. 16. To get dirty – to become not clean. 17. To get wet – to become full of water. 18. To get tired – to feel like you need to rest or sleep. 19. A visitor – a person who comes to a place to see it. 20. To care for something – to help and love something. 21. To protect – to stop bad things from happening to something.
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Multiple choice test, only 1 answer is correct:
1. What does “kind” mean? A. nice and helpful B. very fast C. not friendly
2. What does “brave” mean? A. afraid of danger B. not afraid and strong C. not strong
3. What is a “jungle”? A. a small park B. a place with many buildings C. a big wild place with many trees and animals
4. What is a “head naturalist”? A. the person who cooks at a camp B. the main person who knows about animals and plants C. a tourist in the jungle
5. What does “protect” mean? A. keep something safe B. take something C. make dirty
6. What is a “forest”? A. a city with houses B. a place with many trees C. a place with many people
7. What does “wear boots” mean? A. wash your feet B. take off shoes C. have big shoes on your feet
8. What does “carry” mean? A. look at something B. take something with you C. write something
9. What is a “tool”? A. something you use to do work B. something you eat C. something you play with
10. What is a “camera trap”? A. a toy B. a camera that takes pictures of animals C. a phone
11. What does “walk by” mean? A. run fast B. sleep C. walk near something
12. What does “move” mean? A. jump up and down B. go from one place to another C. stay in one place
13. What is a “forest ranger”? A. a person who works in a school B. a person who helps the forest and animals C. a person who lives in the city
14. What does “cut trees” mean? A. draw a picture of trees B. take down trees with a tool C. plant trees
15. What does “hurt animals” mean? A. do something bad to animals B. play with animals C. give animals food
16. What does “get dirty” mean? A. become not clean B. become happy C. become big
17. What does “get wet” mean? A. become very dry B. become very tall C. become full of water
18. What does “get tired” mean? A. feel like you need to rest B. want to run C. want to play
19. What is a “visitor”? A. a person who works in a shop B. a person who stays at home C. a person who comes to a place to see it
20. What does “care for something” mean? A. help and love something B. break something C. take something
21. What does “protect” mean? A. throw away B. keep safe C. make noise
A. A person who visits a place to see it. B. To keep something safe from harm. C. A large wild area with many trees and animals. D. To take something with you when you go somewhere. E. A person who works in the forest to help nature and animals. F. To become not clean. G. A camera that takes pictures when animals pass by. H. To have big shoes on your feet for walking outside. I. The main person who knows about animals and plants. J. To move from one place to another. K. A person who is nice and helps others. L. To do something bad to animals that causes pain. M. To walk near something without stopping. N. A place with many trees. O. To feel like you need to rest. P. A thing used to help do work. Q. To cut down trees with a tool. R. Not afraid and ready to do difficult things. S. To become full of water. T. To love and help something or someone. U. To protect something from danger or damage.
3. When do you start work? I start work early in the __________.
4. How do you protect animals? I watch them and use camera __________.
5. Why do you wear boots? Because the jungle is _________ and muddy.
6. Who do you work with? I work with other __________ rangers.
7. Do you like your job? Yes, I like my job very __________.
8. How often do you check the cameras? I check the cameras __________ day.
9. What tools do you carry? I carry a __________ and measuring tools.
10. Where do the animals live? The animals __________ in the forest.
Fill in: forest, morning, head, every, live, work, traps, much, wet, camera ______________________
Correct version:
1. What is your job? I am a head naturalist.
2. Where do you work? I work in the jungle.
3. When do you start work? I start work early in the morning.
4. How do you protect animals? I watch them and use camera traps.
5. Why do you wear boots? Because the jungle is wet and muddy.
6. Who do you work with? I work with other forest rangers.
7. Do you like your job? Yes, I like my job very much.
8. How often do you check the cameras? I check the cameras every day.
9. What tools do you carry? I carry a camera and measuring tools.
10. Where do the animals live? The animals live in the forest.
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Munny describing a typical day:
I start work early in the morning. I wear boots and carry my camera and tools. I walk in the forest to check camera traps. The cameras take photos of animals. I look at the photos and write notes. I measure trees and plants every day. I work with other rangers to protect the forest. Sometimes I get dirty and wet because the jungle is muddy. I like my job because I help animals and nature. In the afternoon, I watch animals in the jungle. Then, I go home tired but happy. This is my day. _______________ Complete the story, make all changes necessary:
He starts early in the morning. He wears…………..
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Answer:
Munny starts work early in the morning. He wears boots and carries his camera and tools. He walks in the forest to check camera traps. The cameras take photos of animals. He looks at the photos and writes notes. He measures trees and plants every day. He works with other rangers to protect the forest. Sometimes he gets dirty and wet because the jungle is muddy. He likes his job because he helps animals and nature. In the afternoon, he watches animals in the jungle. Then, he goes home tired but happy. This is his day.
one major step: a foreign language, if possible more.
C1:
Paving your way for a successful career in tourism requires a combination of education, skills development, networking, and gaining relevant experience. Here are some steps you can take:
1. **Education**: Obtain a relevant degree or certification in tourism, hospitality management, travel and tourism management, or a related field. This will provide you with a foundational knowledge of the industry and its various aspects.
2. **Specialize**: Consider specializing in a particular area within the tourism industry, such as ecotourism, adventure tourism, event management, or sustainable tourism. Specialization can help you stand out in a competitive job market and cater to specific interests and trends.
3. **Gain Experience**: Seek internships, part-time jobs, or volunteer opportunities in the tourism sector. This hands-on experience will not only enhance your resume but also provide valuable insights into the workings of the industry and help you develop practical skills.
4. **Develop Language Skills**: Tourism often involves interacting with people from different cultures and backgrounds. Having proficiency in one or more foreign languages can greatly enhance your ability to communicate with tourists and clients from around the world.
5. **Stay Informed**: Keep yourself updated with the latest trends, technologies, and developments in the tourism industry. Subscribe to industry publications, attend conferences, and participate in relevant workshops and seminars.
6. **Networking**: Build a strong professional network by connecting with industry professionals, attending networking events, and joining relevant associations or organizations. Networking can open doors to job opportunities, mentorship, and valuable advice.
7. **Customer Service Skills**: Excellent customer service skills are essential in the tourism industry. Focus on developing interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and a positive attitude to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
8. **Digital Literacy**: In today’s digital age, having basic knowledge of digital marketing, social media management, and online booking systems can be advantageous. Familiarize yourself with relevant software and platforms used in the tourism sector.
9. **Cultural Awareness**: Develop cultural sensitivity and awareness to effectively interact with tourists from diverse backgrounds. Understanding cultural differences and customs can help you provide a more personalized and enriching experience for travelers.
10. **Be Flexible and Adaptable**: The tourism industry can be unpredictable, with seasonal fluctuations, changing consumer preferences, and unforeseen events impacting business. Stay flexible, adaptable, and willing to take on new challenges to succeed in this dynamic field.
By following these steps and continuously investing in your education and skills development, you can pave the way for a successful and rewarding career in the tourism industry.
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A1: How to Start a Good Career in Tourism
Be Ready for Change Tourism can change quickly. Be ready to learn new things and try new jobs.
Study Tourism Go to school and learn about tourism or hotels. A diploma or certificate helps you understand the work better.
Choose Your Area Pick what you like—maybe nature tours, city tours, or helping with events. This can help you find the right job.
Get Experience Work part-time, help as a volunteer, or get an internship. You will learn how the job works.
Learn Languages Tourists come from many countries. If you speak more than one language, it is a big help.
Read About Tourism Read news and articles about travel. Know what is new in tourism.
Meet People Go to events and talk to people who work in tourism. They can help you find jobs.
Be Friendly Good service is very important. Smile, listen, and help tourists. They will be happy.
Use Computers Learn how to use websites and social media. Many tourists use the internet to book trips.
Know Cultures Learn about different countries and how people live. This helps you understand tourists better.
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A2: How to Start a Good Career in Tourism
Study Tourism It’s a good idea to study tourism, hospitality, or hotel management. A diploma or certificate will help you learn the basics of the industry.
Choose a Special Area You can choose one part of tourism to focus on, like nature tours, adventure travel, or cultural tourism. This will help you become an expert in that area.
Get Work Experience Try to find a part-time job, internship, or volunteer work. It will give you useful experience and help you understand how the industry works.
Learn Foreign Languages Tourism involves meeting people from many countries. Speaking one or more foreign languages will help you a lot.
Stay Informed Read travel news, follow websites, and watch videos to learn about new trends in tourism. This will help you stay up to date.
Make Connections Meet people who work in tourism. You can join groups, go to events, or take part in workshops. These contacts may help you find jobs.
Improve Customer Service Skills Being friendly and helpful is very important. Try to listen carefully, solve problems, and always be polite.
Use Technology Many travel companies use websites, social media, and booking apps. Learn how to use these tools to help with your work.
Understand Other Cultures It’s important to respect different cultures. Learn about other ways of life to make tourists feel welcome.
Be Flexible and Open Tourism can change quickly. Be ready to learn new things, travel, or do different jobs when needed.
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B1: How to Start a Good Career in Tourism
Get a Good Education Studying tourism, hospitality, or travel management will give you useful knowledge about how the industry works. A diploma or degree can also help you get better job opportunities.
Choose an Area to Focus On The tourism industry is wide. You can specialize in areas like ecotourism, cultural tourism, adventure travel, or event planning. Specializing can help you stand out and find jobs that match your interests.
Gain Work Experience Try to get some experience through part-time jobs, internships, or volunteering. This will help you learn practical skills, understand customer needs, and improve your confidence.
Learn Foreign Languages Being able to speak more than one language is a great advantage in tourism. It helps you communicate with international tourists and employers.
Keep Learning About the Industry Tourism changes all the time. Read articles, follow travel blogs, and attend seminars or workshops to stay up to date with the latest trends.
Build a Professional Network Meeting and talking to other people in the tourism industry is very useful. They can give you advice, support, and sometimes even help you find a job.
Develop Customer Service Skills Working in tourism means working with people. You need to be polite, helpful, and able to solve problems quickly and calmly to keep customers happy.
Improve Your Digital Skills Technology is very important in modern tourism. Learn how to use social media, booking systems, and basic digital marketing to help you in your job.
Be Culturally Aware You will meet people from many different backgrounds. Understanding and respecting other cultures will help you give tourists a better experience.
Stay Flexible and Open to Change Tourism can be unpredictable. Be ready to adapt, take on new tasks, and work in different environments when needed.
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B2: How to Start a Good Career in Tourism
Pursue Relevant Education Start by obtaining a degree or certification in tourism, hospitality management, or a related field. Formal education provides a strong foundation in industry knowledge and essential business practices.
Find Your Niche Tourism offers a wide range of career paths. Consider specializing in a specific area, such as sustainable tourism, adventure travel, cultural tourism, or event management. A clear focus can help you develop expertise and stand out to employers.
Gain Practical Experience Experience is key. Look for internships, part-time jobs, or volunteer opportunities in travel agencies, hotels, tour companies, or visitor centers. These experiences will help you build practical skills and understand the daily realities of the industry.
Improve Your Language Skills Speaking one or more foreign languages is a major advantage in tourism. It enables better communication with international guests and opens doors to more job opportunities.
Stay Informed About Industry Trends The tourism industry is constantly evolving. Follow travel blogs, subscribe to industry newsletters, and attend webinars or trade fairs to keep up with new developments, technologies, and consumer trends.
Network with Industry Professionals Building a strong professional network is essential. Join tourism associations, attend networking events, and connect with others on platforms like LinkedIn. Networking can lead to job leads, mentorship, and valuable industry insights.
Master Customer Service Excellent customer service is at the heart of tourism. Work on your interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and emotional intelligence to ensure every guest has a positive experience.
Develop Digital Competencies Modern tourism is highly digital. Learn to use booking platforms, social media, customer management software, and basic digital marketing tools. These skills can significantly boost your employability.
Enhance Cultural Awareness Tourism professionals often work with people from diverse backgrounds. Being culturally sensitive and aware of different customs and traditions allows you to provide a respectful and personalized service.
Be Adaptable and Resilient The tourism industry is influenced by many factors, including seasons, global events, and trends. Stay flexible, be willing to learn new things, and adapt to changing circumstances to remain competitive and effective in your role.
