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Barcelona Travel Guide (B1)

Preview (I)
Part I. Discussion about Barcelona. Answers will vary.
Part II. Text about Antoni Gaudi.
1. architect 2. pioneer 3. movement 4. landmarks 5. masterpiece
Part III. Answers will vary.
Part IV. Discussion about the activities. Answers will vary. Share your own answers with students.

Preview (II)
Part I. Definition Matching: (1) b (2) a (3) d (4) e (5) c
Part II. Read the sentences out loud for students:
1 We took photos of the architecture during the entire tour. (b)
2 The Gothic cathedral was constructed during medieval times. (a)
3 The city markets were very lively filled with shoppers, people eating, and live music. (b)
4 Skydiving was a scary experience but also very exciting. (b)
5 The view from the top of the mountain was stunning. I couldn’t believe it. (a)
Viewing Activity
Part I. Matching Activity. (1) b (2) e (3) a (4) c (5) d
Part II. Short Answers.
(1) They went on a helicopter ride. They rode scooters around the city. They cooked Catalan
dishes. They toured Park Guell and checked out Gaudi’s masterpieces. They visited beaches.
They went to a Flamenco dance and music show.
(2) He described it as a rush.
(3) The football stadium. (4) They are in love with the city.

Post-Viewing (I)
Part I. Prepositions: (1) by (2) out (3) above (4) about (5) in / around
Part III. Rewrite the sentences using gerunds.
(1) Being down on the grass of the football field was absolutely incredible.
(2) Exploring the Gothic quarter of Barcelona was stunning.
(3) Staying in my friend’s apartment in Barcelona saved us a lot of money on a hotel.
(4) Seeing Gaudi’s architectural masterpieces was awesome.
(5) Eating paella at a restaurant next to the beach was a great way to spend the evening.
(6) Making a big Catalan dish for dinner was a team effort.

Post-Viewing (II)
Part I. Sentences with superlative adjectives and present perfect.
(1) The view from the helicopter was one of the most stunning views I’ve ever had.
(2) The souvenir from Park Guell was one of the most expensive souvenirs I’ve ever bought.
(3) Cape Town is one of the most dangerous cities Lisa has ever been to.
(4) My photo of the Sagrada Familia was one of the most beautiful photos I’ve ever taken.
(5) This book about Gaudi is one of the most interesting books Erin has ever read.
(6) Our tour along the Spanish coast was one of the most memorable trips I’ve ever had.
(7) The ocean in New Jersey was one of the coldest oceans Mike has ever swum in.