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The Philippines: Islands and Culture – Teacher Answers

Answer key and listening script for the teacher. This page is kept separate from the student lesson.

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Teacher answer key

  1. Warm-up: answers will vary.
  2. Vocabulary: island = accept a clear meaning in context; regional = accept a clear meaning in context; coral reef = accept a clear meaning in context; tropical = accept a clear meaning in context; typhoon = accept a clear meaning in context.
  3. Reading comprehension: accept accurate answers supported by the reading.
  4. Grammar: check target forms and accept equivalent correct wording where appropriate.
  5. Listening script: “The Philippines is made up of thousands of islands. Manila is the capital. Filipino and English are official languages, and basketball is very popular. Boats and aeroplanes connect many parts of the country.”
    Listening answers: accept answers matching the script.
  6. Speaking: answers will vary.
  7. Something New: activity answers will vary.
  8. Writing: answers will vary. Encourage clear sentences and use of lesson vocabulary.

Puzzle/Game: answers will vary. Encourage students to use lesson vocabulary and explain their choices.

Success criteria: this is a student self-check. No single answer is required.