Module 4: Listening and reading comprehension (group A)

Click Listening and listen to the conversation. Listening Listen to Toby and Millie talking about different forms of art. Decide if the statements(1-6) are R (right) or W (wrong). Millie didn’t go to the exhibition. WMillie likes photography. WSue practised pottery at the community centre last year. WMillie's brother always attends music festivals. RMillie agrees with Toby that you can learn an art form online. RToby wants to take up computer art with Millie. W Listen to Toby and Millie talking about different forms of art. Choose the correct answer (A, B or C).Toby didn’t go to the school trip because he went to an exhibition. he didn’t want to. he was sick. Why did Millie take photos? Miss Stevens asked her to for a school project. To remember what she saw during the school trip. Her hobby is photography. Who is Sue? Millie’s sister Toby's sister Toby's friend Toby thinks that reading good novels is relaxing. making pottery can help to calm you. reading books is not fun. What art form does Toby think would be fun to try out with Millie? filmmaking computer art photography Finish the sentences with up to three words.Toby couldn't go to the school trip, he had a _ .Millie thought Ms Stevens might give them a _.Sue finds sculpture much more interesting than _.James has always his _. Reading: The Laura Aboriginal Dance FestivalRead the text. Do you like cultural events? Are you interested in learning about new things? Then, head to the Laura Aboriginal Dance Festival to experience an event like no other! Thousands of visitors from near and far come to this exciting festival in Cape York in North Queensland, Australia. This area has been home to Australia's Aboriginal people 1) _ thousands of years. There are rock paintings around Laura that are between 15,000 and 40,000 years old! The local people are proud of their long history, and they want to share their stories with others. They say, “Dance keeps our culture alive. Dance is part of our lifestyle.” That's the reason they 2) _ the festival – so everyone can experience their culture, customs and traditions through dance.The Laura Aboriginal Dance Festival takes 3) _ in June every two years and lasts for three fun-filled days, starting at about 10 am on the first day. Traditional groups from all around the country put on amazing performances full of songs and dances as they compete for a 4) _ to take home. While they are performing, they wear traditional clothes and some of the performers have body paint on them. It's an amazing sight!There are also other things to see and do at this festival. There are colourful paintings by local artists and exhibitions where you can buy whatever is on 5) _ . There are also games and competitions for children, and stalls which offer some of the most delicious dishes in the country. If that’s not enough, visitors can also spend time with the locals and learn about their history. There are even workshops where you can learn some traditional skills, like making bags and hats from plants. It's fascinating!The Laura Aboriginal Dance Festival gives people the chance to experience Australia’s traditional culture and to learn something new. It also teaches visitors how important nature is to the people of Australia, and how we must respect it. Those in the area should not miss out on this amazingfestival as it is really worth the visit! Choose the word (A, B or C) that best fits gaps (1-5) in the text. already since for organise prepare win part action place ticket prize competition sight display distance Read the text and decide if the statements are R (right), W (wrong) orDS (doesn’t say). The Laura Aboriginal Dance Festival celebrates cultures of the world. W The Laura Aboriginal Dance Festival is an annual festival that happens every June. W There are competitions for children. R You can learn a new skill at this festival. RThe traditional dances are hard to learn. DS Read the text and for questions choose the correct answer (A, B or C).The rock paintings are ancient less than 10,000 years old. far from the festival grounds. What is true about the Laura Aboriginal Dance Festival? It focuses on dance. It offers a variety of activities. It attracts more than 40,000 visitors every year. Which activity at the festival helps the environment? creating accessories from plants attending the workshop on eco-friendly tips making natural body paint The purpose of this text is to give advice about going to a festival. discuss the benefits of a festival. present and recommend a festival. The Laura Aboriginal Dance Festival starts early in the morning on the first day. raises awareness about healthy eating habits. is entertaining, educational and amusing.