English Speaking Countries. New Zealand.

Topic: English Speaking Countries. New Zealand.

Objectives: to extend pupils' knowledge about another country, its history, geographical position, attractions, food; to develop pupils' speaking, reading, writing and listening skills using the “Jigsaw” game; to develop pupils' ability to express their thoughts; to broaden their outlook.

Equipment: slides of places of New Zealand, interactive blackboard, flag and coat of arms.

PROCEDURE

I. Introduction.

1. Greeting.

T: Good morning, dear friends! I hope you are well today and in a good mood. I think it's a good idea to introduce yourself but do it with the first letter of your name. (E.g. Roman-reliable, Ira-impressive…)

2. Warming-up.

T: I divide you into groups by four. ( Each  group has a card in a certain topic.) Try to explain what is common in these words and what is the difference between them.

Team1.                                                                Team2.

Team3                                                                Team4.

3. Aim.

Today we will travel to New Zealand. We will see some slides, play “Jigsaw” game, revise the 3^rd Conditional and will read and speak about this country.

II. The Main Part.

1. Presenting the historical facts.

The name of New Zealand came from Dutch cartographers, who called the islands “Nova Zeelandia”, after the Dutch province of Zeeland. British explorer James Cook adapted the name to the English language and the name became New Zealand. Maori were Polynesian people originating from Asia living in New Zealand. The name Maori originally meant “the local people”, or “the original people”. With the arrival of European settlers, the word Maori gradually became an adjective for the “Maori people”. This change took place before 1815.

Before Europeans came to New Zealand there were no predatory animals at all. All wild mammals living there at present were imported.

New Zealand is also called “Godzone”, “Maoriland” or “Kiwiland”.

2. Game “Jigsaw”.

Pupils are divided into 4 groups. The teacher Divides the text into four sections and fixes each of them in different places in the class. Every group has its section. A group choses a runner who will run, read and retell it to his team. The team writes down the information. After that they should give the title. The team choses a reader who will read the paragraph.

3. Correct the mistakes according to the paragraphs.

1. New Zealand is called a Land of a High Mountain.
2. Mount Everest is the highest there.
3. The seasons are the same those in the Northern Hemisphere.
4. Maori is the official language of New Zealand.
5. New Zealanders are informally known as “Kangaroos”.
6. President is the head of the state.
7. A zorb is a long strong rope to jump from the bridge.
8. Pavlova is the volcano in New Zealand.

4. Revising Grammar.

Look at the situation from the past and tell the story in the 3^rd Conditional.

1. I travel to New Zealand.
2. I visit the North Island.
3. I don't miss the opportunity for skiing.
4. I try zorbing as well.
5. I get hungry after zorbing.
6. I taste roasted lamb and kumara.
7. I go for a walk to the rainforest.
8. I listened to kiwi birds.
9. I desire to come there again.

5.1. Pre-reading activity.

T: Do you know any cities in New Zealand from your Geography subject? What is the capital?

5.2. Reading.

Wellington.

Wellington is the capital of New Zealand with the population of an urban areas of about 300 000 people. It lies on the shores and hills, an almost landlocked bay that is ranked among the world's finest harbours. Mount Victoria rises 196 meters near the center of the city. The European settlement began in 1826 when the British arrived there. It was a borough in 1842 and a municipality in 1853. In 1865 the seat of the capital government was transferred there from Auckland. The settlement was named in 1840 in recognition of the aid given the company by the 1^st Duke of Wellington. Arthur Wellesley, the 1^st Duke of Wellington, byname Iron Duke, was the British army commander during the Napoleonic Wars and later the Prime Minister of Great Britain (1828-30).

He was the fifth son of a respectable family. He was educated at Eton and at a military academy. In 1807 he was employed on the expedition against Copenhagen. Then began the Peninsular War, in which his military greatness was fully revealed. Returning home, Wellington in 1813 had been given the Order of the Garter and made a field marshal.

Wellington is the nation's transportation and communication hub. Rail and road services extend to all parts of North Island. The harbour, serving domestic and international shipping, imports petroleum products, motor vehicles and parts, coal and minerals and exports frozen meats, newsprint, dairy products, wool, hides, and fruit. The area is a major industrial center with apparel, footwear, transportation equipment and assembly, machinery, metal products, textiles, chemicals, shipyards, and oil-storage depots.

hall, Victoria University of Wellington an Anglican cathedral, and a zoo. The Government Building is reputed to be one of the world's largest wooden structures.

5.3. Post-reading activity.

a)  Look through the text and give the definition to the keywords:

landlocked bay, byname, communication hub, oil-storage depots, town hall.

b) Answer the questions:

- When did the British arrive there?

-When did the capital move from Auckland to Wellington?

-Who was the 1^st Duke of Wellington?

-What does the city import?

-What does the city export?

-What are notable places of Wellington?

c) Fill in the gaps using the words in the box.

1) __________ rises 195 meters near the center of the city.

2) In 1865 the seat of the capital government was transferred there from ________

3) The settlement was named in 1840 in recognition of the aid given the company by__________

4) Arthur Wellesley, byname Iron Duke, was the British army commander during ________

5) _________ is reputed to be one of the world's largest wooden structures.

6. Speaking.

T: Did you like New Zealand? Would you like to go there? Why? Why not? Tell the class.

III. Summary.

T: All of you work hard today, and your marks are…  Sure, your home assignment will be connected with New Zealand. Write a composition about comparing cultures of New Zealand and Ukraine.

What have we done at today's lesson?

P1, P2, P3…

TEAM 1

Geographical position of New Zealand.

New Zealand is an island country. The original name of New Zealand is Aotearoa (Land of the Long Cloud). This mountenous island lies in the South Pacific. New Zealand is made up of three islands- the North Island, the South Island and the Stewart Island. North Island has fertile agricultural land. It boasts hot springs and geyzers. On South Island the Southern Alps provide opportunities for skiing. Mount Cook is the highest mountain there. New Zealand has 400 earthquakes a year, but only 100 of them are strong.

The climate is temperate, with plenty of sunshine. The seasons are opposite those in the Northern Hemisphere. January is the middle of summer and July is in the middle of winter.

TEAM2

History.

Maori were Polynesian people originating from Asia living in New Zealand. England's Captain Cook visited Maori in 1769 and opened the door to European settlement. In 1840, the Maori and Great Britain signed the treaty. The Maori population integrated with Europeans. English and Maori are both official languages.

The population of New Zealand is over 4 million people. New Zealanders, informally known as “Kiwis” after the country's native bird predominantly live on the North Island. Most of 4 million New Zealanders are of British origin. About 15% are Maori population.

Queen Elizabeth is the head of the state.

TEAM 3

Attractions.

Come to New Zealand and prepare to be wowed. You will experience a country spectacular landscapes and incredible diversity: one day you can be cruising around the islands and the next walking a track in the rainforests.

New Zealand ski fields offer skiers and snowboarders some of the best snow action in the world. Bungee jumping prompts a heady adrenaline rush. The main attraction on the northeast coast is whales, fur seals and dusky dolphins watching. Swimming with dolphins and seals is also possible.

Zorbing is also popular. A zorb is a large plastic ball that is rolled down the hill, towards speeds of 30 km. per hour and you are inside it.

TEAM4

Food.

New Zealanders love their food. Roasted lamb and vegetables is a very popular dish. With the population of 4 million people and 50 million sheep, it is no wonder that lamb is the largest export of New Zealand.

Kumara is a popular New Zealand root vegetable. It is a variety of sweet potato. Kumara may be used in any potato recipe.

Pavlova is the national dessert of New Zealand, named for the famous Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova. This dessert is made of meringue whipped cream and fruit.