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adjectives
nouns
D.
Identify meaning
Write words from the chart that can replace the underlined words.
Adjectives:
1.
Wild animals are not wanted in the campground.
______________________
2.
Some scientists use computers that are light enough to wear.
______________________
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3.
Native Americans have lived in Yellowstone for thousands of years, so there
are many ancient historical sites there. ______________________
4.
Large trucks are not fast on mountain roads. ______________________
5.
It’s nice to relax in the hot springs. ______________________
Nouns:
6.
They were walking on paths through the forest.
______________________
7.
We got lost because we didn’t know the way.
______________________
8.
He cut down the tree with a mechanical saw.
______________________
9.
In Yellowstone, there are wooden walkways over the hot, wet ground.
______________________
10.
When you are on a boat, you must wear a life jacket.
______________________
11.
The trailer moved to the space on the side of the road so that the cars
behind it could go by.
______________________
12.
We cooked our meat on the metal frame above the ire.
______________________
V. UNDERSTANDING GRAMMAR: THE PASSIVE VOICE
A.
Read about the passive voice
The passive voice is used when the important part of a sentence is the action or
the result of the action, not who or what is doing the action. Sometimes the
passive voice includes a “by” phrase.
Seat belts
must be worn
by all people driving or riding in vehicles.
Most of the time, the “by” phrase is not included because who or what is doing
the action is understood or not important.
Pets
must be leashed
.
(“by their owners” is understood)
Bicycles
are
prohibited
.
(“by park authorities” is understood)
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To form the passive voice, the object of the action becomes the subject, and
the verb is formed with
be
+
past participle. Compare the following active and
passive sentences:
Present tense:
Active:
The park rules
allow
pets.
Passive:
Pets
are not allowed
(by the park rules).
Past tense:
Active:
The ranger
permitted
us to camp there.
Passive:
We
were not permitted
to camp there
(by the ranger).
Modal:
Active:
You
must store
your food.
Passive:
Food
must be stored
(by you).
B.
Identify the passive voice
Read the sentences. Underline the verbs. Label the sentences
Active
or
Passive
.
1.
Congress established Yellowstone National Park in 1872. ___________
2.
Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872. ___________
3.
Hundreds of types of animals can be found in the park. ____________
4.
You can ind hundreds of types of animals in the park. ____________
5.
Tourists may see bears, wolves, bison, and elk in the park. ____________
6.
Bears, wolves, bison, and elk may be seen in the park. ____________
7.
You must not take plants or rocks from the park. ____________
8.
Plants and rocks must not be taken from the park. ____________
VI. READ IT AGAIN
Read the rules again. Answer the questions.
1.
Which activities are completely prohibited at Yellowstone Park?
2.
Which activities are restricted?
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GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK
I. PRE-READING
A.
Background information
The Grand Canyon is one of the most famous U.S. national parks. It is located in
northern Arizona. It is 277 miles long, from 4 to 18 miles wide, and in some
places 1 mile deep.
B.
Words to know before you read
Match the words to their definitions.
_____ 1.
lodging
a. edge
_____ 2.
congestion
b. dificult, requiring exertion
_____ 3.
facilities
c. can be reached or entered
_____ 4.
accessible
d. a place to stay temporarily
_____ 5.
rim
e. space or equipment for doing
something
_____ 6.
elevation
f. when something is blocked or full of
trafic
_____ 7.
strenuous
g. height above sea level
C.
Reading strategy
Scan the following text as quickly as you can. Look for the answer to this
question.
How far above sea level is the North Rim? ________________
II. READ
Read the text. Mark the words you don’t know, but don’t stop reading to look
them up.
Grand Canyon National Park Service
Grand Canyon National Park receives an average of 5 million visitors a year; this
means the park is crowded most of the year. Expect heavy crowds during
spring, summer, and fall months. During these months reservations for camping
and lodging are essential for overnight visitors. Day-use visitors should expect
trafic congestion and parking problems, particularly in summer. The least
crowded time is November through February. However, winter weather is a
major consideration when planning a trip during these months.
Most visitors come to the South Rim (open all year). The North Rim (open
mid-May through mid-October only) has fewer facilities and is less accessible
(it is over 200 miles one way by automobile from the South Rim to the North
Rim, a 5-hour drive for most). When making reservations for lodging and
camping, remember to identify the rim you plan on visiting.
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III. COMPREHENSION CHECK
Write answers to the questions.
1.
How many visitors does the Grand Canyon get every year?
2.
Which seasons are crowded?
3.
What do you have to consider if you want to visit in winter?
4.
Which rim do most people visit?
5.
When is the North Rim open?
6.
How long does it take to drive from the South Rim to the North Rim?
7.
Why might visitors with heart problems have dificulty at the Grand Canyon?
IV. VOCABULARY BUILDING
A.
Word families
Read the word families in the chart. Then choose the correct form for each
sentence.
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