6.1 American Culture

Pre-listening task: Work in pairs. Think of three adjectives that pop into your mind when you hear “The USA”. Compare them with the partner`s.

Main activity:

Track 1/CD2. You will hear Stephen, Becky and Georgina talking about American culture. Find false statements for each person.

Stephen

The USA is very glamorous.
British people like hearing American accents.
It's rare that films are made in Britain.
British people often have a snobby attitude towards Americans.

Becky

All of the cool food, clothing and films come from the USA.
British people use American entertainment to relax.
The 'American dream' that you can have whatever you want is unrealistic.
You often don't notice whether a TV programme is American or British.

Georgina

American tourists always seem very loud.
You don't usually hear strong American accents on TV.
American accents in films are probably toned down for the British audience.

Follow-up: Match the American English words with the British English words.

American English	British English
1 flashlight	a) flat
2 check mark	b) crisps
3 sneakers	c) note
4 apartment	d) torch
5 subway	e) holiday
6 wagon (for shopping)	f) roundabout
7 bill	g)underground
8 soccer	h) boot
9 chips	i)tick
10 traffic circle	j)football
11 trunk	k) trolley
12 vacation	l)trainers

6.2 The Bloody Tower

Pre-listening task: What famous tourist sights in London do you know? If you have been to London share your experiences with the group. What are British castles famous for?

Main activity:

Track 2/CD2 1) You will hear a tour guide speaking about some famous ghosts from the Tower of London. You have five ghost pictures, you have to listen and name each ghost. (Pay no attention to spelling.)