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Smart Planet 3

Unit 5 Culture

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1 Camping in New Zealand Camping in New Zealand is a popular pastime with locals and tourists. There are not many outdoor pleasures greater than sitting around a campfire on a clear evening. There are hundreds of campsites all over the country, some of which are inside national parks.

areas of the country. 3 There are lots of outdoor activities to choose

from in New Zealand. 4 Holiday parks are recommended for people who

want to be more comfortable.

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campsites guidebooks

1 I only like camping at

with showers and toilets! 2 We don’t buy anymore – we look up information on the Internet. 3 The village where I live is now in a – a protected area of the countryside where people can’t build. 4 There’s a famous where I grew up, with a lake and an amazing view of the mountains.

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Complete the sentences with the words in the box. beauty spot national park

But if you want to be closer to civilization and its comforts, there are also lots of holiday parks that you can stay at. These can provide you with everything you need, as well as different activities to keep the whole family happy.

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Read and listen to the text. Are the sentences T (True) or F (False)? Correct the false sentences. 1 Only local people enjoy camping in New Zealand. 69

2 You can find campsites only in some

You can also drive along the coast and find a perfect place to camp near the beach. If you talk to the local people, they might even be able to tell you about local beauty spots which you can’t find in any guide books. The variety of activities on offer in New Zealand is incredible: animal watching (birds, dolphins, whales, penguins and seals, among others); sports (snowboarding and skiing); water activities; visiting wildlife parks; or finding out about the Maori ˉ culture.

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Work with a partner. Answer the questions. Have you ever been camping? Tell your partner about your experience. If not, would you like to go? Why/Why not?

Unit 5

Culture