Hope you are doing well! Welcome to our second activity! In this, you will write about "The world's best city", using English language. Post your comments before August 25th, 8 p.m.
1. Follow the given instructions on page 73, practice activity 2, module 8 - Cutting Edge textbook.
* Imagine you are trying to persuade a foreign visitor that one of these places is "the world's best city, considering: a) a town/city you know well, b) your town/city.
2. Write a creative composition (50 sentences at least), considering all the proposed items in the mentioned activity (language focus) and the use of quantifiers with countable and uncountable nouns.
3. Language/writing aspects:
- Simple sentence structure: subject + verb + complement.
- Look for useful vocabulary you need.
- Before posting, check grammar, spelling, punctuation rules, etc.
- Before posting, check grammar, spelling, punctuation rules, etc.
4. Plan your first oral report (4 min, 50 sentences at least) about the selected town/city, to be presented on August 27th. You can use photos, slides, etc.
All your writings will be welcome as comments... Thanks for participating!
Good morning everybody!
ReplyDeleteMy world's best city is Villa de Leyva. It's a colombian little town located in Boyacá, Villa de Leyva is characterized because still has its colonial architecture and has different natural landscapes as the area of moor with their births and water reservoirs and the desert area. Excels its huge main stoned square, wich has old colonial buildings around.
It's considering like one of the best towns in colombia, It's one of the tourist destination more important in the country.
The average temperature is between 17 ° and 18 ° C,
Currently Villa de Leyva is recognized as an ideal place for rest, the encounter with history, science, art and culture, as well as having a large field for the encounter with nature. It is also ideal for astronomical observation
Villa de Leyva has a lot of turistic places:
"Centro de investigaciones paeontologicas": it has paleontological material.
"Múseo el Fósil": It has a skeleton kronosaurus, it's 120 years old.
"El infiernito": is an ancient set with sculptures.
"Los pozos azules": there are blue wells that produce admiration to the visitors.
You should come an visit Villa de Leyva has a huge range of tourist services including over 100 hotels located both in the center and around. There are a lot of special events like:
* Astronomy Festival.
*Tribute to land and Biodiversidfad.
*Celebrating Easter and Early Music Week Meeting.
*Birthday Celebration Villa de Leyva, National Meeting of Bands and Jazz Festival.
*Fairs and Festivals of the Virgin of Carmen.
*Festival of the Wind and comets.
*National Heritage Day and Indie Festival.
*Food Festival and the National Tree Festival.
*Tribute to Water and Horse Festival.
*Festival of Lights and Christmas season.
Hi Andrea
Delete1. Colombian* "It's a Colombian little town..."
2. Which* "...which has old colonial..."
3. Tourist* "Villa de Leyva has a lot of tourist places"
4. Kronosaurus skeleton* "It has a kronosaurus skeleton"
5. Tribute to land and biodiversity or Homenaje a la tierra y la biodiversidad.
6. Virgen del Carmen fairs and festivals.
Bye :)
Medellin "city of eternal spring"
ReplyDeleteMedellin, capital of Antioquia (Colombia) The city has a population of 3,731,447 people.
Why we should visit Medellin?
Medellin is a beautiful city, is a modern city rich in tourist, cultural and commercial activity. Also it is considered like one of the most beautiful cities in Latin America.
Its average temperature is between 22 and 26 ° C, whatever makes more comfortable the trip. It's always standing for its great weather, beautiful scenery and also the innovation that takes its place each day.
The tourist sites having this great city are too many but I’m going to mention a few such as:
• The Museum of Antioquia.
• Plaza Botero.
• The Pueblito Paisa.
• International Convention and Exhibition Centre Plaza Mayor.
• Parque de los Pies Descalzos.
• The Metropolitan Cathedral.
• The Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria.
• The Metropolitan Theater.
• Explore Park.
• The Botanical Garden.
• The Cerro El Volador.
• Nutibar.
• Hard Rock Cafe.
On December, the city is covered with thousands of colored lights, creating the famous Christmas lights, considered by National Geographic as one of the world's ten most beautiful.
The night is very important for many touristic, the principal places to visit are:
• Rose zone is located in the Poblado close at Parque lleras, place full of bars, restaurants, cafes and for all audiences.
• Las Palmas Avenue, this place is considered as an industry to the nightlife, especially on weekends.
There are many more to mention in this amazing city but this is enough to consider visiting with anyone and enjoy all thing that it contains.
Hi! partner
DeleteI think this can be wrong.
1. "The tourist sites having this great city are too many but I’m going to mention a few ..."
- i think that the subject is " this great city " so the verb should be "has"
in my opinion the correct form can be:
- the turistic sites at this great city are many or
-this great city has many turistic sites.
2. proper nouns can´t translation.
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Duitama is a civical city of Boyaca.
ReplyDeleteDuitama is to 50 km to Tunja inthe center of Colombia, this city is in teh dale of chicamocha river, Duitama has average temperatura between 16 to 18 ºC.
duitama is a good place of colombia idf you want to be happy because the people is very cheerful mand the youth is funny and they are willing to help you.
duitama is recognaized for the frutal farm (apple,pear, peach) and for it has a good industries.
Induitama you can find all you look for , hotels , restaurants malls,swiminpools, malls, etc.
You can visit some sities in duitama
-paramount of rusia
-museum of religious art
-lagoon of Pan de Azucar
-ecological path La Zarsa
-Pueblito Boyacense
-And very Parks as park of Carmen,the solano,park of nort stadiums,patinódromo and more.
if you come to duitama you can find in its streets and i can show the best place in the world I wait you
Good bay
Hello Michael
Delete1.Duitama is the civical cituy
2. And also for its industries
3.In duitama you can find everything you are looking for
4.You can visit some places in Duitama
5.And a lot of parks
6.Duitana ia to 50 km from tunja
7.The last sentence has not sense. You should use the basic structures.
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ReplyDeleteFor me, Tunja is the best citiy in the world to live, because is named the untochable city of Colombia; a lot of people asked why is tunja named from this way, and the reason for this name is for the location; because Tunja is located between a circle of mountains wich made that the city be one of the coldest cityts in Colombia, but is just the consequence of the protection of the half environment.Here never felt strong earthquakes, large flood or big storms.
ReplyDeleteI chose Tunja because is my home and I have lived here for 26 years and I know it like the palm of my hand, I want to invite to to my partners wich live in Tunja to know it,Tunja has a lot of places to know because is the capital of the freedom to Colombia;for that reason de major part of the turistical places are remembers of the freedom ; places like:
1. Church Santiago de Tunja
2. Hunzahua’s lake
3. Independence stadium
4. Historical houses
5. San Agustin cloister
6. Santa Clara cloister
7. Mountain San Lazaro
8. Martyr’s wall
9. Historical parks.
Tunja is a city wich speak about freedom and peace, here received a lot of turistical people for year in many events or festivals to celebrate the cultural difference of his people; It was the capital of the Republic named in the Constitution of Tunja on December 9, 1811.
Located on the eastern range of the Andes,It has pre-Columbian legacy of ancient Hunza, is one of the oldest cities in America. Tunja is a recognized and important literary, scientific, athletic, academic, cultural and historical center; for this reason is called City University of Colombia, It is home to the International Festival of Culture of Boyacá and Aguinaldo Boyacense; Tunja have the only hospital of third level in Boyacá, the celebration of Holy Week is one of the most traditional in the country,during this time is possible go to concerts, expostions and other cultural activities. Tunja has giving alive to much important people wich have influded in the develop of the nation like:
1. Pirry (tv. presenter)
2. Sor josefa de Castillo(writer)
3. Gustavo rojas Pinilla (expresident)
For the momento Tunja haven’t an airport active, but it counts wit the ancient space to develop the aerial activity and it is in a complete desertion.
Caro I remember you that the proper nouns cannot translate
Deletethen it is
la independencia stadium
and muro de los mártires
also
it's incorrect Tunja have the only hospital of third level in Boyacá THE CORRECT IS = Tunja has the ......
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For me the world's best city is OSAKA (Japan)
ReplyDeleteVisited by millions of tourists every year, Osaka possesses a very marked contrast which combined the best of the post-modern architecture, along with the ancient temples that give the cultural touch to this city, known as the Japanese Capital of the drink, the Gourmet and parties.
Located about 2 hours from Tokyo by bullet train, is a major destination for tourists visiting Japan. It has an international airport, which also has one of the busiest traffic, as far as national traffic is concerned.
It is the third largest city in Japan after Tokyo and Yokohama. The city is one of the most important ports and industrial centers of Japan, as well as the capital of Osaka Prefecture, has a population of 18,644,000 habitants. Around 118,000 foreigners residing in the city.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate, with four distinct seasons. There are normally mild winters, with January being the coldest month, with an average maximum temperature of only 9.5 ° C. On rare occasions it can snow in the city. Spring and summer are very hot and humid. During the autumn, temperatures tend to drop slowly.
Among the main attractions are:
-Osaka Castle.
- National Bunraku Theater Osaka.
-Umeda skyscrapers.
-Kansai International Airport.
-Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan .
-The National Museum of Art.
-Shi-Tennoji Temple.
Dear friend:
Deletewhen I read your post, I should get some wrongs or posibilities to use some words for the corrections, having in count that your post doesn't have many words, I can get a lot of wrongs jajaja; not really ; but some words that you used are used like a directly traduction, and you have in count the context of it; i can get wrons like:
possesses=posseses
combined=mixed
located about= located at...
you can use, can tend.
Hi partners!
ReplyDeleteI think that the best city to live is Tunja because I was born here and I haven´t visited or lived in other place.
Tuna is located in center of Colombia, and it’s a small place compared to another cities. ... I actually don't like BIG cities. There isn’t much crime and is cheap to live here. You get many economic benefits. People are nice and friendly. It has a great culture. The weather change every time, sometimes rain and then the sun comes out but you get used to it. The landscapes are beautiful. Neighbor towns are very nice too
On the other hand there are good schools, universities and if you are religious, you´ll find different churches in the city. In general not is necessary to have car because all is relative near.
Plus there are great events for the year, as the international festival of culture and boyacense bonus, you're always quiet.
Visit and live in this city
Thanks
Hi Daniela
Delete- in center: in the center. (In this case we use the article (the), because it is not a proper noun or one of the exceptions).
- In general not is necessary: In general is not necessary. (Negation is formed by adding the particle "not" after the verb.
-relative near: relatively near.
-to have car : to have a car.
-boyacense bonus: the proper nouns cannot translate.
Hello everybody
ReplyDeleteMy world’s best city is Moscow “the City of Moskva River”. It is the capital of Russia. It has many tourist attractions like:
-Zar kolokol (Bell of Tsar)
-Poklonnaya gorá (sloping hill)
-Lavra (Monastery of the Trinity and St. Sergio)
-Moskva river
-Hermitage garden
-Cathedral of St. Basil
-Cathedral of the assumption
-Cathedral of the annunciation
-Cathedral of the archangel St. Gabriel
-Cathedral archangel St. Miguel
-Monument to Peter the great.
-Square “Maneshnaya”
-Red square
-Spasskaya tower of Kremlin
Also, this city has 10 important fairs or festivals:
-Russian Orthodox Christmas (Rozhdestvo)
-International Festival of Orthodox Church
-Day of the Defenders of the Fatherland (Den zashchitnikov rodiny)
-Carnival (maslenitsa)
-St. Patricio’s day
-Day of the astronauts (den kosmonavtiki)
-Alternative festival
-Moscow Fórum
-City day (den góroda)
-International Festival “Art November”
Moscow is the world’s best city because has an interesting folklore. Moscovitas dance Russian ballet, kadril, meteliza, balalaika, válenki, sibirskaya poteja, plianka, polka and venzeliá. The typical foods most important of Moscow are caviar, pirog, bliný, and pelmeni. Moscow produces vodka including the “Stolichnaya”
Muscovites are very good at some sports like football, basketball, ice hockey, chess and tennis.
Its economy is so good, Moscow lives of petroleum, chemicals, metallurgy, foods, textile, energy production and furniture. Moscow is the most expensive city in the world, beating Seul, Tokio, Hong Kong and London.
Moscow is the sister city of Bogotá and Valledupar, because the three cities collaborate actively in the plan “twinning cities”
Don’t forget to visit the second city with multimillionaire community in the world.
Arab Republic of Egypt
ReplyDeleteHello everybody
I come to invite you to travel to Egypt, it is a unique country, a country that offers something that can not be found anywhere else.
Egypt is a country in northwest Africa, is known for its history, it is one of the most populous countries in the entire African continent, Bordered on the north by the Mediterranean Sea, the south by Sudan, the east by Israel and the Red Sea, and west by Libya. The largest city of Egypt is Cairo.
Egypt is a country noted for its impressive monuments and its rich history, and many archaeological sites with remains of the most important palaces. I am pleased to invite you to see the wonders of Egypt, will begin our journey in the capital Cairo.
Cairo is a mysterious city with a special charm. From sunrise to sunset, the murmur of the town is interspersed with the singing of almuédanos they call to prayer from its thousands of alminares; hence it is also known as the "City of a Thousand alminares ". And it is in Cairo where every traveler should be impressed with its monuments and characteristic atmosphere. Should not miss the magnificent Egyptian Museum, Mosque of Mohammad Ali in the Citadel of Saladin. Because who visit Cairo is visiting Egypt.
The most charming part of Luxor is divided between the two banks of the Nile east and west. Among the architectural beauties of the past, the east side concentrates the wonderful temples the Luxor and karnak. By contrast, the west side offers the most fantastic places of mysterious Egypt temples of Ramses II ,Ramses III, Queen Hatshepsut and, of Couse ,the valleys of the kings and Queens.
The red sea, with on area of almost 470,000km2, the red sea is known for its clear waters and its beautiful coral reefs, a true paradise for divers .and so, among such beauty have emerged modern resorts, ideal for a holiday on the beach and all facilities.
And finally we moved to the pyramid of Giza,the pyramids are one of the seven wonders of the ancient world that have survived , three pyramids make up this complex, their names have been related to the pharaohs, the pyramids were built in order to serve as a tomb and mortuary temple of the pharaohs, their names are keops , kefren and Micerino, they were pharaohs of the different historical periods, according to history, the keeps pyramid as built around 2550 a.c and 2470 a.c.; their building has always been a mystery, it was built with 2.300.000 blocks of stone, it was the biggest building until 14th century. archaeologists found three very ancient tombs, the crypt was found in 1954, the entrance to the pyramid has been one of the most difficult to get, it has been declared as world heritage, it has been considered one of the touristic attractions in Egypt, it has been investigated for over 70 years, the pyramid Giza won a Oscar as the best touristic place.
We wait for you to meet this fascinating culture.
Good afternoon everybody
ReplyDeleteToronto is the biggest city in canada, it is a beautiful city with more than seven thousand restaurants, 1225 museums and two airports. It has been selected like the best city in the wold by the unesco, also it has the best combination between culture,sceney,architecture and quality of life.
About the weather, it has four seasons , sometimes in winter , the temperature could be in -10 degrees celcius but generally it’s cold because of the wind. Toronto is the Canadian city most visited by tourists and it is considered by many people like the best world's metropolis to live.
The most of The architecture of torontos buildings have a contemporary style,its sky is full of the biggest skyscrapers of all western hemisphere. There are 1623 buildings with more than 12 floors. The tower CN is the fourth tallest structure in the wolrd and it captivates many tourists.
Its luxurious neighborhoods like Yorkville, where we can find the best national and international shops and boutiques, restaurants with typical cuisine and traditional and modern hotels in the ancient times.
The national ballet of Canada is the most famous ballet of Canada and it is located in Toronto. In all there are more than 50 dance companies and also so much music entertainment , that’s why this is a really cultural city. Also It has big and modern malls, in the center of the city we find the Eaton centre: It is known mall and one of the main touristic points of the city.another touristic attraction is the lake Ontario where the water is frozen in winter.
Although this city has a lot of good things, it also has serious problems like the homeless, because of the unemployed people who don’t have any housing.also the environment;beaches have been deteriorated thanks to the contamination of the industry development. However they have been working on these aspects.
Finaly I think this is an interesting city and I would like to visit it.
Good evening!!
ReplyDeleteI chose a country that I love so much because it has a lot of cultural history, I love their mythological history, as this is quite complex, full of gods, monsters, wars ... Greece is my favorite country in the world.
Culturally Greece is a country whose territory has nearly six thousand islands. his territorial extension consists of forests by fifty percent. Also it has a mosaic of spectacular colors, is considered a piece of art, the sea, the plains, the hills their coasts, is wonderful to see how each of these colors fade and these sites are reborn every day.
Also Greek cuisine is rich in vegetables, fruit and fish is very healthy
If you want to travel in summer you can see the Greek folklore in each of the regions of the country, you can hear the different sounds of the parties and dances.
Macedonia: It is celebrated every year in the month of September, an international exhibition and a festival of Greek Cinema: short and feature films.
Peloponnese: Theatre Festival in Corinth, during the months of September and October and drama competitions, poetry, song and art.
You can to visit different touristic places as Santorini epitomizes the experience of vacationing in Greece and thousands of visitors come every year to gaze at one of the most dramatic geographic spectacles, which was the result of the world’s largest volcanic eruption.
Samos: Considered one of the sunniest destinations in all of Europe, Samos is where you will discover stunning pebble beaches and crystal clear waters, which are ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling.
CRETA: As the largest of the Greek islands, Crete is also the most populated. Crete is where you will find the most variety in hotel accommodation, restaurants, shops and nightclubs. Because this island features beautiful beaches, scenic mountains and gorges
I hope that you liked this magnificent country
Bye!!
Good afternoon Julieth!
DeleteI think that the possible suggestions to improve in your text are:
*I love their mythological history= I love its mythological history.
*his territorial extension consists of forests by fifty percent = Its territorial extension consists of forests by fifty percent.
*is considered a piece of art...= It is considered a piece of art.
* the hills their coasts= the hills, its coasts.
*is wonderful to see how each of these colors fade and these sites are reborn every day.= It is wonderful to see how each of these colors fade and these sites are reborn every day.
Thank you!
Hello Every one,
ReplyDeleteWelcome to Bucaramaga the world's best city
Bucaramanga is a city of Colombia, these city is the capital of Santander. It is surrounded by the municipalities: Girón, Floridablanca and Piedecuesta.
Bucaramanga has 526.940 population.
The demonym of the inhabitants of Bucaramanga is bumangués.
Bucaramanga has a temperature of 23 °.Which means that bucaramanga has perfect weather.
Bucaramanga has many fun activities to do. If you want to dance, you will find the best party of the world here.
The malls are very pretty.
You can go to the river easily. Because the river is very close. Also in bucaramnaga has many pools and beautiful clubs.
Also, Bucaramanga is a city of parks. It has 72 parks. Bucaramanga has parks as Parque del Agua
Parque la Flora
Parque nacional del oriente, also called la Concha acústica.
Parque de las Palmas, surrounded by restaurants, bars and nightclubs.
Parque San Pío
Parque de los Leones
You will not get bored! You have to come!
bye
Hi Trinny!
Delete1. In this case is used everyone instead of every one.
2. These city= This city.
3. ...best party of the world here= ...best party of the world there.
4. Also in bucaramnaga has many pools= 'Also Bucaramanga has many pools' or 'Also in Bucaramanga there are many pools'.
That's all! Bye!
I recommend Naples because is the city of contrasts: provocative, generous, treacherous and, above all, beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIs located in southern Italy, It has a great historical, artistic, cultural and gastronomic richness, which led UNESCO to declare its historic center a World Heritage Site. Its people are known for their friendliness and sense of humor, have regained their pride, to discover their city and occupy urban spaces.
Naples has a lot of places to visit:
• Capodimonte park (the main green lung of the city)
• The Neapolitan coast
• Edenlandia amusement park, the oldest in Italy
• The Villa Comunale in a recreation area of the coast that has statues, fountains and various trees
• Piazza del Plebiscito
Naples like other Italian cities, has a large number of churches, has more churches than any other population in the world with a total of more than 400 churches. Among the most important are The Cathedral of Naples, Monastery of Santa Chiara, Basilica di Santa Maria del Carmine Maggiore, and the most important Basilica of St. Francis of Paula. All the churches have beautiful paintings and baroque statues.
hello ivan
Delete1. I recommend Naples because is the city of contrasts = I recommend Naples because is a city of contrasts.
2. What do you want to say with treacherous.
3. Is located in southern Italy = Naples Is located in southern Italy.
4. which led = for this reason the.
5. to discover their city = in order to discover their city.
Good night
ReplyDeleteFor me the world's best city is Amsterdam
it is the capital of Holland.
It has many attractions to be visited.
First of all, language is no problem,
everybody speaks English so it’s easy to visit Amsterdam if you don’t speak Dutch.
Don’t forget to taste famous and delicious Dutch food like cheese, crepes, cookies, etc...
Amsterdam is a green and eco friendly city
Most of people ride bike, you can hire a bike and discover the city.
It has a lot of flea markets, so if you want to buy something you have many options and with good price.
If you don't want to ride bike around the city, you can take a boat ride, because Amsterdam is also known as “Venice from the North” for its large number of Canals with 165 waterways.
You have a wide variety of hotels and hostels for all budgets.
If you like to drink Amsterdam is the home of Heineken beer.
You can enjoy the nature in a lot of parks dedicated to this.
You also can visit a wide variety of museums, mainly the Van Gogh museum.
You have a lot of reasons to visit this city, so it's your desicion.
You have to come.
Bye
hi Camilo!
Delete1. Venice from the North” for its large number of Canals with 165 waterways. : "Venice of the North" for its numerous of channels with 165 channels.
2. so it's your desicion: so it's your decision
I didn't find any other mistake
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Paris The City of Light
ReplyDeleteParis is the capital of France The Paris region together with London, one of the economic centers is more important in Europe. . Paris has many nicknames, the most famous of which is the city of light, name that forwards to its fame as a centre of Arts and education, but also to its early adoption of street lighting.
Paris, as well as being a Museum in the open air, offers countless places to visit and places to get lost. Here is the essential visits Paris
The Eiffel Tower, with more of a century of history, has become the symbol of Paris is with the passage of time and the Monument more visited in the world.
The Cathedral of Notre Dame is the Gothic Cathedral more important in France. Its hard construction nearly 100 to you and began in the 12th century.
Next to the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe is the monument most representative of Paris. Two centuries of history the Arc de Triomphe has lived the moments more important in France.
See you in Paris
Bye
Hello everybody
ReplyDeleteToronto is the capital Ontario’s province. It is located in Southern Ontario on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. Its official language is English.
Toronto city is the largest and economic capital of Canada also is a clean, safe, cosmopolitan city with a wonderful network of parks, recreational, and cultural facilities. The Toronto City Hall of approximately, 100 meters of height.
Officially, the national sports are Ice Hockey in the winter and Lacrosse in the summer.
Toronto is a wonderful city besides is one of the most important Canada’s cities and one of the places with best quality of life in North America.
Toronto is a good place to make vacations it has attractions like James Garden and the Hard Rock Cafe; Planet Hollywood, Yorkville, CN Tower and Niagara Falls places full of amusement where you can meet people and experiment new things like to speak with other people in different language.
These are the places that you can know:
James Garden:
Hard Rock Café, Planet Hollywood y Yorkville
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Lake Ontario:
CN Tower:
Niagara falls
Hello Angela:
ReplyDelete1.between 0 °C y 15 °C = between 0 °C and 15 °C
2.I invite you go = I invite you to go
3.Thank: Thanks
4.To invite it ? =To visit it
5.cinematografic =cinematographic
* Is located
ReplyDelete*Capital Ontario province
I didn't find any other mistake