Pre-reading questions:
- What do you like to do on the beach?
- How often do you go to the beach?
Vocabulary:
- national /NASH-uh-nl/
- wild /wahyld/
- island /AHY-luh nd/
- windsurfing /WIND-sur-fing/
- sailing /SEY-ling/
[adjective] relating to the people or customs of a country
Mangoes are the national fruit of the Philippines.
[adjective] used to refer to plant and animals that live or grow in natural conditions and with natural characteristics
Mike is afraid of wild bears.
[noun] a piece of land completely surrounded by water
Have you been to Jeju island?
[noun] a sport in which you sail acoss water by standing on a board and holding onto a large sail
My brother’s hobby is windsurfing.
[noun] the sport or activity of using boats or sails
I want to join the sailing club.
Kenya is a country in East Africa. It is known for its national parks and wild animals. It also has the best beaches in Africa. Some of the most beautiful beaches in Kenya are found in Diani, Chale Island, Gazi, Kikambala, Lamu Island, Mambrui, Watamu, and Nyali. Tourists can also enjoy water sports like scuba diving, snorkeling, kitesurfing, windsurfing, sailing, and deep-sea fishing.
True or False:
- Kenya is a country in South Africa.
- Kenya has the best beaches in Africa.
- Tourists can enjoy snorkeling in Kenya.
- Tourists are not allowed to surf and sail in Kenya.
- Jeju Island is also a beach in Kenya.
Vocabulary Check:
Complete the sentences by using the words in the box.
| national | wild | island | windsurfing | sailing |
- Toyotomi Hideyoshi is Japan’s __________ hero.
- How many __________ do you have in your country?
- Jennifer enjoys __________ with her family.
- Can you tell me about __________ animals?
- __________ is one of my favorite sports.