Why Is the Mona Lisa Famous? – 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: portrait = accept a clear meaning in context; landscape = accept a clear meaning in context; mysterious = accept a clear meaning in context; viewer = accept a clear meaning in context; priceless = 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: “The Mona Lisa was painted by Leonardo da Vinci and is now displayed in the Louvre Museum in Paris. Visitors often notice the woman’s mysterious smile. The painting attracts very large crowds and is considered priceless.”
Listening answers: accept answers matching the script. - Speaking: answers will vary.
- Something New: performance/design 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.