Introductory presentation on the theme "People and places"

1. PEOPLE AND PLACES

2. Do you know that….

3. The three national symbols of England are the St. George's cross (usually seen as a flag), the red rose and the Three Lions crest (usually seen as a badge). St George's Flag, the England Flag Three Lions Emblem The red rose is on the badge of the English Rugby Union team.

4. The word Canada comes from one of the native languages - "Kannata", meaning "a number of huts". Canada is often called the "Land of the Maple Leaf". The maple leaf is the national emblem of Canada.

5. "Typical American" sport is baseball The sport that evokes more nostalgia among Americans than any other is baseball. So many people play the game as children that it has become known as "the national pastime."

6. The United States five-dollar bill or fiver ($5) is a denomination of United States currency. The $5 bill currently features U.S. President Abraham Lincoln's portrait on the front and the Lincoln Memorial on the back.

7. On July 4, 1776, the USA claimed their independence from Britain and Democracy was born. Every day thousands leave their homeland to come to the “land of the free and the home of the brave” so they can begin their American Dream. The United States is truly a diverse nation made up of dynamic people. Each year on July 4, Americans celebrate that freedom and independence with barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings.

8. The River Severn (Welsh: Afon Hafren , Latin: Sabrina ) is the longest river in Great Britain, at about 354 kilometres (220 mi), but the second longest on the British Isles, behind the River Shannon.

9. The Koala bear is one of the animal symbols of Australia. The koala is a marsupial that everybody likes; it is one of the most sought after animals and one that most arouses curiosity in people. Its popularity stems not only from its physical characteristics, but from its behavior as it is a very quiet animal. Children and adults alike are enchanted by the koala.

10. Thank you for attention