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ENGLISH 11 THEME 7

ACTIVITY SHEETS FACTS ABOUT TURKEY

COMPETENCES • Students will be able to find out specific information in a text describing historical sites in Turkey. COMPETENCES • Students will be able to write a blog post recommending places to visit in Turkey.

1 Read the advice on a travel website. Answer the questions below.

POPULAR PLACES IN TURKEY: PAMUKKALE
Pamukkale is a great place for a weekend getaway welcome you. If you are interested in history, the remains
because there is a lot to see and do. My friends and I spent of the ancient city will please you enough. It takes less
our last holiday there. The main point of arrival is Denizli. than an hour to explore the site, don’t skip it. You can
The city has connections from across Turkey via plane, swim in the ancient pool of Cleopatra. It was a real fun for
train, and bus. We got there by bus then took a taxi to us to paddle amongst ancient columns and marble blocks.
Pamukkale. It was only a 30-minute drive from the city. We couldn’t have time for paragliding, but if you want to
When you arrive at Pamukkale, the fist thing to do here is get a bird’s eye view of the travertines, don’t miss it! One
to explore the spectacular travertines. You have to walk up more thing, there are plenty of options where to stay and
the white terraces barefoot not to give any harm to them. what to eat in Pamukkale. We preferred to stay in the city
If you visit here in Summer like us, don’t forget to bring centre and dined in a traditional restaurant. If you come to
your swimsuit. You can enjoy the health benefits of the Denizli, don’t forget to try the city’s most famous food
mineral-rich hot water and have fun in aquamarine pools. Tandır Kebab and Semolina Dessert with ice-cream.
When you reach the top, the ancient city Hierapolis will Mike, July 2020

1. Where did Mike and his friends spend their holiday?

2. How did they travel?

3. What does Mike advice us to do in Pamukkale?

2 Read the text again and write true (T), false (F) or not stated (NS). 4. What types of food does he recommend us to try?

2 Write your own blog entry recommending places to visit in Turkey.

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