Discovering Sri Lanka – Teacher Answers
Answer key and listening script for the teacher. This page is kept separate from the student lesson.
Teacher answer key
- Warm-up: answers will vary.
- Vocabulary: island = accept a clear meaning in context; administrative = accept a clear meaning in context; wildlife = accept a clear meaning in context; spice = accept a clear meaning in context; official = accept a clear meaning in context.
- Reading comprehension: accept accurate answers supported by the reading.
- Grammar: check target forms and accept equivalent correct wording where appropriate.
- Listening script: “Sri Lanka is an island in the Indian Ocean. It is known for tea, beaches, wildlife and historic places. Sinhala and Tamil are official languages, and cricket is a popular sport.”
Listening answers: accept answers matching the script. - Speaking: answers will vary.
- Something New: activity answers will vary.
- 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.