• experience the magical autumnal equinox at Angkor Wat
  

Angkor Wat is a very famous and old temple in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Many years ago, Khmer people built this beautiful temple. Today, many people visit Angkor Wat every year. They come from Cambodia and from many other countries.

In September, a special event happens at Angkor Wat. It is called the Autumnal Equinox. It usually happens around September 21, 22, or 23. On this day, the day and the night are almost the same length.

The sunrise at Angkor Wat is very beautiful on this special day. Early in the morning, the sun rises behind the temple. From one special place, visitors can see the sun above the central tower. The big red sun slowly comes up behind the dark temple. It looks like the sun is sitting on top of the tower.

Many people come very early to see this beautiful sunrise. Some people bring cameras and phones. They want to take pictures of the temple and the sun. Other visitors simply sit and watch. The sky can change from dark to pink, orange, and yellow. The temple looks very beautiful in the morning light.

The old Khmer builders planned Angkor Wat very carefully. They knew a lot about the sun and the stars. They also knew about numbers and building. They placed the temple buildings in a special way. Because of this, the sunrise looks very special at certain times of the year.

Watching the sunrise at Angkor Wat can be a quiet and happy experience. People can sit together and enjoy the beautiful view. They can take photos, talk quietly, or simply watch the sun.

If you visit Siem Reap in September, you can get up early and visit Angkor Wat. You may see a beautiful sunrise over this famous old temple. It is a special moment that you may remember for a long time.

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Vocabulary:

Word / phrase	A1 definition
ancient	very old
reading comprehension	understanding what you read
an event	something special that happens
autumnal	about autumn
an equinox	a day when day and night are almost the same length
length	how long something is
the sky	the space above the Earth
to change	to become different
carefully	in a careful way; with attention
at certain times	at some special times
sunrise	the time when the sun comes up
sunset	the time when the sun goes down
an experience	something that happens to you
to enjoy	to like something and feel happy
to talk quietly	to speak with a soft voice
simply	in an easy or simple way

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Match the words with the definitions

1. ancient
2. reading comprehension
3. an event
4. autumnal
5. an equinox
6. length
7. the sky
8. to change
9. carefully
10. at certain times
11. sunrise
12. sunset
13. an experience
14. to enjoy
15. to talk quietly
16. simply

A. to speak with a soft voice
B. the space above the Earth
C. very old
D. something that happens to you
E. in an easy or simple way
F. to become different
G. about autumn
H. the time when the sun goes down
I. something special that happens
J. understanding what you read
K. to like something and feel happy
L. how long something is
M. at some special times
N. a day when day and night are almost the same length
O. in a careful way; with attention
P. the time when the sun comes up

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Answers:
1–C, 2–J, 3–I, 4–G, 5–N, 6–L,
7–B, 8–F, 9–O, 10–M, 11–P, 12–H,
13–D, 14–K, 15–A, 16–E

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Match the definitions with the words

1. very old
2. understanding what you read
3. something special that happens
4. about autumn
5. a day when day and night are almost the same length
6. how long something is
7. the space above the Earth
8. to become different
9. in a careful way; with attention
10. at some special times
11. the time when the sun comes up
12. the time when the sun goes down
13. something that happens to you
14. to like something and feel happy
15. to speak with a soft voice
16. in an easy or simple way

A. to enjoy
B. sunset
C. ancient
D. simply
E. an experience
F. carefully
G. sunrise
H. an event
I. the sky
J. to change
K. an equinox
L. to talk quietly
M. autumnal
N. length
O. at certain times
P. reading comprehension

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Answers:
1–C, 2–P, 3–H, 4–M, 5–K, 6–N,
7–I, 8–J, 9–F, 10–O, 11–G, 12–B,
13–E, 14–A, 15–L, 16–d

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Fill in, words below

experience · ancient · carefully · sunrise · simply ·
autumnal · length · event · enjoy · sky ·
equinox · quietly · change ·
sunset · times · comprehension · certain ·
special · beautiful ·
famous

1. Angkor Wat is a very __________ temple in Siem Reap.
2. Many people visit this __________ temple every year.
3. The Autumnal Equinox is a special __________ at Angkor Wat.
4. It usually happens around September 21, 22, or 23. It is an __________ event.
5. On this day, the day and night are almost the same __________.
6. The __________ at Angkor Wat is very beautiful.
7. The __________ can change from dark to pink, orange, and yellow.
8. The sky can __________ during the morning.
9. The old Khmer builders planned Angkor Wat very __________.
10. Watching the sunrise can be a quiet and happy __________.
11. People can sit together and __________ the beautiful view.
12. They can talk __________ while they watch the sun.
13. Visitors can __________ sit and watch the sunrise.
14. The sunrise looks very special at __________ times of the year.
15. From one __________ place, visitors can see the sun above the central tower.
16. The __________ is the time when the sun goes down.
17. Angkor Wat is a __________ place for many visitors.
18. The temple is __________ and beautiful in the morning light.
19. Reading __________ means understanding what you read.
20. The sunrise is a __________ moment that people may remember for a long time.

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Correct answers

1. Angkor Wat is a very ancient temple in Siem Reap.
2. Many people visit this famous temple every year.
3. The Autumnal Equinox is a special event at Angkor Wat.
4. It usually happens around September 21, 22, or 23. It is an autumnal event.
5. On this day, the day and night are almost the same length.
6. The sunrise at Angkor Wat is very beautiful.
7. The sky can change from dark to pink, orange, and yellow.
8. The sky can change during the morning.
9. The old Khmer builders planned Angkor Wat very carefully.
10. Watching the sunrise can be a quiet and happy experience.
11. People can sit together and enjoy the beautiful view.
12. They can talk quietly while they watch the sun.
13. Visitors can simply sit and watch the sunrise.
14. The sunrise looks very special at certain times of the year.
15. From one special place, visitors can see the sun above the central tower.
16. The sunset is the time when the sun goes down.
17. Angkor Wat is a beautiful place for many visitors.
18. The temple is ancient and beautiful in the morning light.
19. Reading comprehension means understanding what you read.
20. The sunrise is a special moment that people may remember for a long time.

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True or false

1. Angkor Wat is a very famous and old temple in Siem Reap.
2. Angkor Wat is in Phnom Penh.
3. Khmer people built the temple many years ago.
4. The Autumnal Equinox usually happens in January.
5. Day and night are almost the same length on the equinox.
6. The special sunrise happens late in the evening.
7. Visitors see the sun below the central tower from one special place.
8. The big red sun slowly comes up behind the dark temple.
9. Some people bring cameras and phones.
10. Visitors come to watch the sunrise only from Cambodia.
11. Nobody comes very early to see the sunrise.
12. Other visitors simply sit and watch.
13. The sky can change from dark to pink, orange, and yellow.
14. The Khmer builders did not plan Angkor Wat carefully.
15. The old builders knew nothing about the sun and the stars.
16. They also knew about numbers and building.
17. The temple buildings were placed in a special way.
18. People must talk loudly while watching the sunrise.
19. People can sit together and enjoy the beautiful view.
20. The sunrise is a moment that people may forget very quickly.

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True: 1,3,5,8,9,12,13,16,17,19
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Correct version:

1. Angkor Wat is a very famous and old temple in Siem Reap.
2. Angkor Wat is in Phnom Penh. True is: Angkor Wat is in Siem Reap, Cambodia.
3. Khmer people built the temple many years ago.
4. The Autumnal Equinox usually happens in January. True is: The Autumnal Equinox usually happens around September 21, 22, or 23.
5. Day and night are almost the same length on the equinox.
6. The special sunrise happens late in the evening. True is: The special sunrise happens early in the morning.
7. Visitors see the sun below the central tower from one special place. True is: Visitors can see the sun above the central tower from one special place.
8. The big red sun slowly comes up behind the dark temple.
9. Some people bring cameras and phones.
10. Visitors come to watch the sunrise only from Cambodia. True is: Visitors come from Cambodia and from many other countries.
11. Nobody comes very early to see the sunrise. True is: Many people come very early to see the sunrise.
12. Other visitors simply sit and watch.
13. The sky can change from dark to pink, orange, and yellow.
14. The Khmer builders did not plan Angkor Wat carefully. True is: The old Khmer builders planned Angkor Wat very carefully.
15. The old builders knew nothing about the sun and the stars. True is: The old Khmer builders knew a lot about the sun and the stars.
16. They also knew about numbers and building.
17. The temple buildings were placed in a special way.
18. People must talk loudly while watching the sunrise. True is: People can talk quietly while watching the sun.
19. People can sit together and enjoy the beautiful view.
20. The sunrise is a moment that people may forget very quickly. True is: It is a special moment that people may remember for a long time.

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Find the evidence in the text

1. The people who constructed the temple understood both astronomy and other forms of knowledge.
   
   YOU WRITE:
   I. They knew a lot about the sun and the stars. They also knew about numbers and building.
   
2. Some tourists use electronic devices to keep a picture of the scene.
3. Someone travelling to Siem Reap in September has the opportunity to see the morning view.
4. The position of the buildings helps create a special sunrise during some parts of the year.
5. The old Cambodian site is still a popular place for tourists today.
6. People may see several different colors in the morning sky.
7. One viewing position gives people a special view of the sun and the main tower.
8. Some people choose a calm way to spend the morning at the temple.
9. The morning light creates a picture that can look as if the sun is resting on the tower.
10. The builders used their knowledge when deciding where to put the different parts of the temple.
11. In September, there is a day when the hours of daylight and darkness are nearly equal.
12. Visitors who arrive early can see the sun appear behind the temple.
13. A visit to this sunrise can be something pleasant and peaceful.
14. Visitors do not all watch the sunrise in the same way.

Evidence

A. “The sky can change from dark to pink, orange, and yellow.”

B. “If you visit Siem Reap in September, you can get up early and visit Angkor Wat.”

C. “They placed the temple buildings in a special way.”

D. “Some people bring cameras and phones. They want to take pictures of the temple and the sun.”

E. “From one special place, visitors can see the sun above the central tower.”

F. “Watching the sunrise at Angkor Wat can be a quiet and happy experience.”

G. “Today, many people visit Angkor Wat every year. They come from Cambodia and from many other countries.”

H. “It looks like the sun is sitting on top of the tower.”

I. “They knew a lot about the sun and the stars. They also knew about numbers and building.”

J. “They can take photos, talk quietly, or simply watch the sun.”

K. “Early in the morning, the sun rises behind the temple.”

L. “On this day, the day and the night are almost the same length.”

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Answers

1–I · 2–D · 3–B · 4–C · 5–G · 6–A · 7–E · 8–F ·
9–H · 10–C · 11–L · 12–K · 13–F · 14–J
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Correct answers:

1. The people who constructed the temple understood both astronomy and other forms of knowledge. – They knew a lot about the sun and the stars. They also knew about numbers and building.
2. Some tourists use electronic devices to keep a picture of the scene. – Some people bring cameras and phones. They want to take pictures of the temple and the sun.
3. Someone travelling to Siem Reap in September has the opportunity to see the morning view. – If you visit Siem Reap in September, you can get up early and visit Angkor Wat.
4. The position of the buildings helps create a special sunrise during some parts of the year. – Because of this, the sunrise looks very special at certain times of the year.
5. The old Cambodian site is still a popular place for tourists today. – Today, many people visit Angkor Wat every year. They come from Cambodia and from many other countries.
6. People may see several different colors in the morning sky. – The sky can change from dark to pink, orange, and yellow.
7. One viewing position gives people a special view of the sun and the main tower. – From one special place, visitors can see the sun above the central tower.
8. Some people choose a calm way to spend the morning at the temple. – Other visitors simply sit and watch.
9. The morning light creates a picture that can look as if the sun is resting on the tower. – It looks like the sun is sitting on top of the tower.
10. The builders used their knowledge when deciding where to put the different parts of the temple. – They placed the temple buildings in a special way.
11. In September, there is a day when the hours of daylight and darkness are nearly equal. – On this day, the day and the night are almost the same length.
12. Visitors who arrive early can see the sun appear behind the temple. – Many people come very early to see this beautiful sunrise.
13. A visit to this sunrise can be something pleasant and peaceful. – Watching the sunrise at Angkor Wat can be a quiet and happy experience.
    
    
14. Visitors do not all watch the sunrise in the same way. – They can take photos, talk quietly, or simply watch the sun.

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Answer with one or two words

1. Who built Angkor Wat many years ago?
2. What happens around September 21, 22, or 23?
3. What rises behind the temple?
4. What can visitors use to take pictures?
5. What can change from dark to pink, orange, and yellow?
6. What did the Khmer builders know a lot about?
7. What can people enjoy together?
8. When can people visit Angkor Wat?
9. What can visitors see above the central tower?
10. What do some visitors bring?
11. How can people talk while watching the sun?
12. What did the builders know about?
13. What may visitors remember for a long time?
14. What looks very beautiful in the morning light?

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Correct answers:

Who built Angkor Wat many years ago? — Khmer people

What happens around September 21, 22, or 23? — The Autumnal Equinox

What rises behind the temple? — The sun

What can visitors use to take pictures? — Cameras and phones

What can change from dark to pink, orange, and yellow? — The sky

What did the Khmer builders know a lot about? — The sun and stars

What can people enjoy together? — The beautiful view

When can people visit Angkor Wat? — In September

What can visitors see above the central tower? — The sun

What do some visitors bring? — Cameras and phones

How can people talk while watching the sun? — Quietly

What did the builders know about? — Numbers and building

What may visitors remember for a long time? — The special moment

What looks very beautiful in the morning light? — The temple

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Find the information in the text

1. The name of the famous temple: __________
2. The country where the temple is: __________
3. The month of the special event: __________
4. The usual dates of the event: __________
5. The place where visitors can see the sun above the central tower: __________
6. Three colors of the morning sky: __________, __________, __________
7. Two things some visitors bring: __________ and __________
8. Two things visitors can do while watching the sunrise: __________ and __________
9. Two things the old builders knew about: __________ and __________
10. The place where the sun rises: __________

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Answers:

1. The name of the famous temple: Angkor Wat
2. The country where the temple is: Cambodia
3. The month of the special event: September
4. The usual dates of the event: September 21, 22, or 23
5. The place where visitors can see the sun above the central tower: one special place
6. Three colors of the morning sky: pink, orange, yellow
7. Two things some visitors bring: cameras and phones
8. Two things visitors can do while watching the sunrise: take photos and talk quietly
9. Two things the old builders knew about: the sun and the stars
10. The place where the sun rises: behind the temple

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Match question and answer:

Questions

1. Where is Angkor Wat?
2. Who built the temple many years ago?
3. When does the Autumnal Equinox usually happen?
4. What is special about this day?
5. What happens early in the morning?
6. Where can visitors see the sun above the central tower?
7. What do some people bring with them?
8. Why do they bring cameras and phones?
9. What colors can appear in the sky?
10. What did the old builders know a lot about?
11. How can visitors spend time at the sunrise?
12. What can a visit to the sunrise be like?

Answers

A. They can sit together, take photos, speak softly, or watch the sun.
B. It usually comes around September 21, 22, or 23.
C. They wanted pictures of the temple and the sun.
D. It can be a quiet and happy experience.
E. Pink, orange, and yellow can appear in the sky.
F. Khmer people were the builders many years ago.
G. The sun comes up behind the temple early in the morning.
H. They carry cameras and phones with them.
I. It stands in Siem Reap, Cambodia.
J. Day and night are almost the same length on this day.
K. They can see it from one special place.
L. They had a lot of knowledge about the sun, the stars, numbers, and building.

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Correct version:

Interviewer: Where is Angkor Wat?
Guide: It stands in Siem Reap, Cambodia.

Interviewer: Who built the temple many years ago?
Guide: Khmer people were the builders many years ago.

Interviewer: When does the Autumnal Equinox usually happen?
Guide: It usually comes around September 21, 22, or 23.

Interviewer: What is special about this day?
Guide: Day and night are almost the same length on this day.

Interviewer: What happens early in the morning?
Guide: The sun comes up behind the temple early in the morning.

Interviewer: Where can visitors see the sun above the central tower?
Guide: They can see it from one special place.

Interviewer: What do some people bring with them?
Guide: They carry cameras and phones with them.

Interviewer: Why do they bring cameras and phones?
Guide: They want pictures of the temple and the sun.

Interviewer: What colors can appear in the sky?
Guide: Pink, orange, and yellow can appear there.

Interviewer: What did the old builders know a lot about?
Guide: They had a lot of knowledge about the sun, the stars, numbers, and building.

Interviewer: How can visitors spend time at the sunrise?
Guide: They can sit together, take photos, speak softly, or watch.

Interviewer: What can a visit to the sunrise be like?
Guide: It can be a quiet and happy experience.

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