Unit Our Cultural Heritage

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Part : 1 VOCABULARY : Cultural Aspects

Activity 1 • Analyse this quote, and then discuss the questions below.

“Culture does not make people. People make culture”

o What do you think of this quote?

o Why do we dress, eat, speak, live the way we do?
o What is culture? ………………………………………………………………………………….............…….................................………………………………………….…….
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o What are the aspects of culture do you know?

Activity 2 • Have a look at the pictures below. What do they represent?

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• Categorize the aspects of culture above according to the table below.

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 Activity 3 • Do the tasks below.

1. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate words from activity 2.

a. Morocco is well known for the different …………………….……………. it has like Jamaa Elfana Square, Hassan tower, Hassan the 2nd mosque and
many others.
b. Tourists from all over the world come to visit Safi to buy presents made of …………………………………….. The city is known for this type of
handmade objects.
c. One of the most important ………………………………..………. is ……………………………..………. because it is necessary to help each other.
d. My favourite meat meal is …………………………………….. . I eat it whenever I visit Marrakech.
e. There is a lingual diversity in Morocco. People speak ………………………………………., ……………………………………… and classical Arabic.
f. My family’s number one destination in every summer is …………………………………..……………. . We love riding camels.
g. During celebrations in Morocco, women wear traditional …..…………………………………, and men wear ……………………………………. .
h. Khenifra, Azilal and other berber cities are famous for a dance called ………………………………………………. .

2. Finish the following sentences.

a. The Moroccan culture is rich because………………………………………………………………………….……………..............................…………………………………….…..
b. We should preserve our traditions because……………………………………………………………………..……………………………………..............................…………….
c. Knowledge is an important part in any culture because………………………………………………………………………………………………………..............................
d. We should respect others people’ culture because…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..................

Activity 4 • Have you ever visited any historical monuments in Morocco?

• Can you think of other things Morocco is known for around the world?
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Part : 2 LISTENING : Cultures around the world

Activity 1 • Before you listen, discuss the following points.

o Do people all over the world have a single culture or we have different cultures?
o What do you know about other cultures? Share with your classmates some foreign cultural practices you know.

Activity 2 • While you listen, do the tasks below.

Audio 1: Fill in the blanks with the correct words, and then answer the questions.

I’m really interested in the …………………………………… of other …………………………………… . I don’t know why, but I always think other
cultures are more interesting than my own culture. Every time I ……………………………………, I learn wonderful, strange, amazing and
interesting things about other cultures. One of the biggest …………………………………… I had was when I went to the USA as a child. I’m
English so I thought Americans had the same culture as me. When I went to America, I understood Americans and Brits are very
…………………………………… …………………………………… . Understanding the culture of other people is very important. It helps us all to get
along. If everyone really tried to …………………………………… about other cultures, the world would be a more ……………………………………
place. The world is becoming smaller, so I think this is happening.

1. According to the speaker, what are the advantages of traveling? …………………………......……………………………………...………………………………………………...

2. Why it is important to learn about other people’s culture? …………………………………………………………………………………..........………………….……………………

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Audio 2: You’re going to listen to a chat audio between Helen and Amine. What do you think they’re going to talk about?
a. Listen to check.
b. Are these statements true or false? Justify.
STATEMENTS T F JUSTIFICATIONS
1. Amine is a tourist guide.
2. Helen is going to visit Morocco for the 2nd time.
3. Amine is from Marrakech.
4. Helen is visiting Morocco next winter.

Activity 3 • After you listen, share with your classmates the foreign culture you like most, and mention why.
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Part : 3 READING : Cultural diversity

Activity 1 • Before you read, share with your classmates what you know about the cultural diversity in Morocco.

Activity 2 • Now, let’s read to answer the questions below.

If you visit Morocco, it will mesmerize you because it has myriad of cultural aspects as well as a rich culture.
Throughout the history, a lot of races have come down to Morocco from too many places in the world. Their
particular customs, traditions and beliefs have influenced the Moroccan culture, giving it a unique multi-
cultural identity.

Concerning religion, Islam is the official religion of Morocco, but the coexistence with other religions is perfect
because the practices of non-Muslims are guaranteed by the constitution. Every day, the Muazzin announces
five calls to prayer. During the month of Ramadan, the Moroccans fast from sunrise to sunset. However, non-
Muslims can eat in certain restaurants, particularly in hotels.

Moroccan culture is also known for language diversity. Apart from classical Arabic: the language of
education, administration and media, the daily language in Morocco is the Moroccan Darija, Tamazight
(Berber) which is spoken in the Rif, the Atlas, and Souss, and the Hassani which is spoken in the south of
Morocco. Moreover, Most Moroccans speak French, and many speak Spanish and English.

As for the arts and crafts, the Moroccan artisans are known all over the world for their great handicraft works.
For example, the colourful and the beautiful pottery objects are very popular amongst the tourists. Also, the
lovely carpets and jewellery attract the attention of every visitor.

Finally, if you visit Morocco, the best place to start with is Marrakech because it has too many historical
monuments and it is the best destination for a lot of tourists.

1. ARE THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS TRUE OR FALSE?

a. Non-Muslims can’t practice their religious rituals in Morocco.

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b. Moroccans speak only Arabic.
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c. People in the Rif speak the Hassani.
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2. ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS FROM THE TEXT:

a. Why does Morocco have a multi-cultural identity?

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b. When do Muslims start fasting in Ramadan?
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c. Where do non-Muslims eat during Ramadan?
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d. What are the handicrafts that Morocco is known for?
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3. FIND IN THE TEXT WORDS OR PHRASES THAT MEAN AS THE SAME AS:

a. A lot of (1) : ………………………………………………………………………………..

b. Stop eating and drinking (2) : …………….……………………………………….
c. Known (4) : …………………………………………………………………………………

Activity 3 • After you read close your booklet and share the information you still remember about the text.

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Part : 5 GRAMMAR : Phrasal verbs

Activity 1 • Complete the sentences with the appropriate verb from the list, and then answer the questions.

put - put on - put off

I always .................. my books in the school bag. After school, I ..................... my pyjamas. We ..................... the match because of the rain.

1. What’s the meaning of each verb? ..................................................................................................................................................................

2. What do you notice? .......................................................................................................................................................................................
3. What are phrasal verbs? .................................................................................................................................................................................

Activity 2 • Analyse the following pictures to guess the meaning of each phrasal verb.

▪ Because of some problems, they break up. ▪ My car broke down when I was going to work.
Phrasal verb : ......................................................... Phrasal verb : .........................................................
Meaning : ............................................................... Meaning : ...............................................................

▪ A thief broke in the house and stole my money. ▪ A huge fire has broken out in the forest near us.
Phrasal verb : ......................................................... Phrasal verb : .........................................................
Meaning : ............................................................... Meaning : ...............................................................

Checking: Fill in with the appropriate phrasal verb.

1. I need a new motorcycle. The old one always .............................. . 3. The boss was upset when he .............................. the meeting-room this morning.
2. Despite their love, they .............................. because of unknown causes. 4. Yesterday, a war .............................. in the city. Too many people were killed.

• Analyse the following pictures to guess the meaning of more phrasal verbs.

▪ My aunt loves to look after my baby daughter. ▪ Whenever I don’t understand a word, I look it up.
Phrasal verb : ......................................................... Phrasal verb : .........................................................
Meaning : ............................................................... Meaning : ...............................................................

▪ I’m looking for my keys. Have you seen them? ▪ From time to time, I look back on childhood.
Phrasal verb : ......................................................... Phrasal verb : .........................................................
Meaning : ............................................................... Meaning : ...............................................................

▪ Only arrogant people look down on others. ▪ He is looking forward to visiting Russia.
Phrasal verb : ......................................................... Phrasal verb : .........................................................
Meaning : ............................................................... Meaning : ...............................................................

Checking: Fill in with the appropriate phrasal verb.

1. It is not good to ………………………...............…....…..….. people because we are all equal.
2. My mother went to the market, so I must ………………………...................……..….. my little sister. o WORK IN PAIRS AND DISCUSS THE QUESTIONS.
3. I have just got my BAC, and I am ………………………..................….. starting my higher education. 1. Why do you think it’s inappropriate to look down on people?
4. Whenever my mom checks her pictures, she ……………............……….......….. the old good days. 2. What are the things you’re looking forward to?
5. While learning a new language, one should use a dictionar………...............……..….. new words. 3. Do you look up new English words?
6. Jack can’t remember where he put his passport. He is ………….………...............……..….. it now. 4. Has anyone broken in your house before?

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Part : 6 GRAMMAR : Conditional Zero

Activity 1 • Analyse the following picture to finish the sentences.

If you heat water, it .................................... If you leave ice-cream in the sun, it ....................................

If you hit the glass, it .................................... If you heat water, it ....................................

Activity 2 • Study the sentences to deduce the form and use of the Conditional Zero.

If babies are hungry, they cry. If clause

FORM of Conditional Zero
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USE of Conditional Zero

We use the conditional zero for

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Activity 3 • Let’s practice!

1. MATCH THE FOLLOWING PHRASES TO MAKE SENTENCES. 2. PUT THE VERBS BETWEEN BRACKETS IN THE CORRECT FORM.

a. If people eat too much, ... 1. ... if they don’t eat or drink. a. If ………………………….. (I / go) on a boat, I always feel sick.
b. If you touch a fire, ... 2. ... they get fat. b. The teacher gets angry if …………………………. (we / not / work) hard.
c. People die ... 3. ... if they are scared. c. His mother gets annoyed if ………………………… (he / get) low grades.
d. Snakes bite ... 4. ... you get burned. d. She plays out if …………….........…….. (she / not / have) any homework.

3. MAKE SENTENCES USING THE WORDS GIVEN. 4. WRITE FOUR OF YOUR OWN SENTENCES.

a. my daughter / eat / too much chocolate / she /get sick a. .................................................................................................................

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b. you / get a shock / you / mix water and electricity b. .................................................................................................................
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c. Julie / not wear a hat / she / get sunstroke
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d. you get / a cancer / you / smoke
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Part : 7 GRAMMAR : Conditional One

Activity 1 • Complete the sentences below and try to find the difference between the two examples.

If you heat water, it ....................................

If you leave ice-cream in the sun, it ........................ ........................................

If I have a lot of money, I ........................................
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Conditional .........................

Conditional .........................

Activity 2 • Study the sentences to deduce the form and use of the Conditional One.

If I have time, I will watch a movie. FORM of Conditional One USE of Conditional One
If clause ...... + ..................... + ................
We use the Conditional One for
Result clause .............. + .............. + .............. .................................................
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I will watch a movie if I have time. NOTE
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Activity 3 • Let’s practice!

1. MATCH THE FOLLOWING PHRASES TO MAKE SENTENCES. 2. PUT THE VERBS BETWEEN BRACKETS IN THE CORRECT FORM.

a. If he gets that job, ... 1. ... if you want. a. If we .......... (go) on holiday this summer, we ................... (visit) Spain.
b. If we wait here, ... 2. ... he will stay in Marrakech. b. If the weather ....... (be) bad, we ........................... (not/have) a picnic.
c. I will come early... 3. ... if I get out tonight. c. I .................... (be) tired tomorrow if I ................. (not/go) sleep early.
d. I will visit you ... 4. ... we will be late. d. We .............................. (feel) sick if we .................... (eat) all this cake.

3. MAKE SENTENCES USING THE WORDS GIVEN. 4. WRITE FOUR OF YOUR OWN SENTENCES.

a. (I / wake up late / I / be late for work) a. ................................................................................................................

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b. (My husband / burn the food / he / cook tonight) b. ................................................................................................................
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c. (Julie / not wear a hat / she / get sunstroke)
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d. (Children / get dirty / they / play outside)
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Part : 8 WRITING : Biography

Activity 1 • What do you know about Steve Jobs’ life and career?

A. Read the biography below and check your ideas.

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Activity 2 • You’re going to write a biography of a famous person.

First, read the questions and make notes.
a. Who is the person?
b. Why do you admire him/her?
c. Where is the person from?
d. What basic details do you know about him/her?
e. What happened in his/her early life?
f. What happened when they grew up?
g. Why is she/he important to you?

Activity 3 • Use the notes to write a biography.

• Don’t forget the linking words to connect your ideas.

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Activity 4 • Pair correction:

Exchange your biography with your partner. Read it, and give it a mark out of /10.

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