III. Comprehension and Word Study

1. Find in the text one word which means the same:

1. A shop, especially a small one selling fashionable clothes and other items.

2. A large shop divided into departments selling a great many kinds of goods.

3. A commercial establishment where meals are prepared and served to customers.

4. The activity of visiting the famous or interesting sights of a place.

5. An open-air entertainment area consisting of stalls, side shows, etc.

2. Insert prepositions.

1. Any place can become a tourist destination as long as it is different … the place where the traveler usually lives.

2. A guide has a prepared talk during which he gives information … the sights that will be visited, but he must also be able … answer questions and to deal … the human problems that may arise.

3. A good deal … the excursion business, however, involves local enterprises whose services are sold … representatives in the tourist hotels or travel agents in the area.

4. In San Juan, … addition … legal gambling, there are historical sites in the old city or tropical rain forests only a few miles away.

5. Many of the resorts give instruction … scuba diving combined … visits to coral reefs.

3. Translate into Russian

Economic advantage, thrill rides, a sample of the local handicraft, touring shoppers, the entire range of amusement and entertainment available, natural scenery, personalized tour, to be identified as tourists, part-day or one-day excursions, local points of interest, major tourist destinations, to hire for the entire trip.

4. Translate into English

Уникальная атмосфера, подводное плавание с аквалангом, продавать через представителей, экономическое преимущество, независимые путешественники, ведущие рестораны для гурманов, возможности для шопинга, опрос показывает, обычно, быстро вырасти за последние годы, подготовить заранее.

5. Join the halves.

1. Familiarity and boredom are	a). … another part of the tourist industry.
2. Many tourists don't want	b). … the enemies of tourism.
3. Many tour groups are	c)  … involves local enterprises.
4. The sightseeing business is	d) … an important factor in keeping the customers satisfied.
5. If the tour occupies a full day,	e) … to be identified as tourists.
6. A good deal of the excursion business	f) … meals are prearranged at a hotel or restaurant.
7. the entire range of amusement and entertainment available is	g) … formed around some kind of special purpose.

IV. Speaking Practice

1. Discuss with your partner the text “Tourists Attractions and Entertainment” paying attention to

a) major tourist attractions;

b) different entertainments offered to tourists in big cities;

c) other places that appeal to travelers;

d) holiday resorts and their scope of attractions;

e) other types of attractions for tourists and their economic advantages;

f) the sightseeing business and excursions;

g) way of arranging tours for independent travelers.

2. Be ready to speak about tourists attractions and entertainment