1. Traveller
VIDEO:
Beginners
Light on their feet
Previewing: Sound Off
Watch the video segment with the sound off. Then answer the questions below. You
can guess if you’re not sure.
1. Who are the people?
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2. Which countries do you see?
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3. Why are they there?
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4. What do you think this show is about?
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In-Depth Viewing
Read the statements below. Then watch the video segment again. Match the type of
dance to the country or culture.
1. This dance uses beautiful costumes and graceful movements. ___ a. Ghana
2. This type of dance was for the royal courts in Europe. ___ b. Thailand
3. These dances celebrate life in the community. ___ c. Maori
4. These dances use special objects such as fruit and birds. ___ d. ballet
5. These dances tell stories of warriors in battle. ___ e. Germany
6. In this dance, the dancers move around the “maypole.” ___ f. Mexico