CITIES IN THE USA

PART 1: ADJECTIVES DESCRIBING PLACES

bustling quaint vibrant shabby

deserted picturesque dilapidated, derelict polluted
contemporary thriving cosmopolitan rundown

1. dirty, contaminated with harmful or poisonous substances.

2. energetic, exciting, and full of enthusiasm
3. belonging to or occurring in the present
4. including people from many different countries
5. attractively unusual or old-fashioned
6. attractive in appearance, especially in an old-fashioned way
7. full of activity
8. without people
9. prosperous and growing; flourishing
10. in a poor or neglected state after having been prosperous
11. in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect
12. looking old and in bad condition because of being used for a long time or not being cared
for

PART 2: TOP 10 CITIES IN THE USA

Watch the video https://youtu.be/46SYtrSe-X4 and fill in the gaps with the missing words. Then, try to
point to where these cities are on the map below.
10. Honolulu, Hawaii
The city houses many run-of-the-mill modern views from the __________ of Waikiki beach. There is also
the world’s largest open-air shopping centre. It is still a must-visit paradise for its natural landscapes and
native _________.

9. Washington, D. C.
The tourists can admire the city’s inspiring and ______________architecture. There are both modern
buildings and historic structures. The style varies, from Georgian revival to Romanesque. Among many
national landmarks, you can visit the ______________Memorial, Capitol Hill and the White House.

8. Miami, Florida
It is considered as one of the ______________American cities, also one of the richest. The views of
cityscapes and coastline make it one of the crown jewels of south-east. It is a supposed capital of
______________America. It got its nickname for its large Spanish-speaking and Cuban-American
populations.

7. Boston, Massachusetts
The city is rich in history, culture and business. It perfectly preserves the spirit of a colonial America
meshed with the modern world. The city can be proud of its achievements in ______________and
higher education.

6. Las Vegas, Nevada

Notoriously known as ______________City, Las Vegas is home to some of the world’s largest and most
popular mega resort casinos and hotels. It is known for its ______________architecture, nightlife,
gaming grounds and live entertainment.

5. Los Angeles, California

Known as the City of ______________, it is a home to a broad diversity of people and subcultures. The
tourist attractions include ______________Monica, Beverly Hills and Hollywood. Tourists can enjoy the
expanding nightlife in downtown, ______________parks, gorgeous scenery and many museums.

4. New Orleans, Louisiana

It is considered as the birthplace of ______________. Tourists are drawn to the legendary
______________Quarter and the infamous nightlife boulevard appropriately named Bourbon Street.
There is a famous annual festival called ______________________.

3. Chicago, Illinois
It is the third most populated city. Tourists usually come for the ______________, sightseeing and
sports, as it is one of the few American cities to have professional ______________teams in all major
sports leagues.

2. San Francisco, California

This city serves as central ______________for dozens of contemporary enterprises, including Gap and
______________. It’s famous for its wide array of architectural styles and areas. Tourists can take a ride
in the famous ______________cars, visit the Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard street and Alcatraz. It’s
always been an epicentre of ______________movements.

1. New York, New York

With nicknames like Big Apple and the city that ______________, it is the centre of several multi-billion
dollar ___________ with Wall Street serving as the front line of all the ______________madness.
Tourists can admire the cityscape views, art museums, Central Park, or Empire State Building.
PART 3: DISCUSSION
1. What’s your favourite city? Which city would you love to travel to?
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in a big city?
3. Can you see yourself living there one day? Would you consider moving to a different country?
4. Would you prefer to live in the country? Why or why not?
5. Are city people and country people different in any way?
6. Do you like your hometown? What would you change about it?
7. Which places in your hometown (or its surroundings) could be attractive to tourists?
8. What do you like about our capital? Would you change anything?