Unit 15 - Cities - Writing

A B
1. Paris a. Russia
2. London b. China
3. New York c. Vietnam
4. Hanoi d. England
5. Beijing e. France
6. Moscow f. America


Task 1: Read the description and then answer the questions
London, which is the capital of England, was
founded by the Romans in 43 AD. It has the
population about 7 million. Situated in southern
England, on the river Thames, the city covers an
area of 1610 square km.
London is famous for many things. Tourists come
from all over the world to visit its historic
buildings, such as St. Paul's Cathedral, and the
House of Parliament. They also come to visit its
theatres, its museums and its many shops. The
most famous shop is Harrods, where you can buy
almost anything.
The best thing about London is the parks. There
are five of them in the city centre. They cover a
large area of the city, and are the ideal places
for people to get away from the noisy and busy
city life, and relax.

QUESTIONS:
1. Where is London situated?

1. It is situated in southern
England
2. How big is it?
2. It covers an area of 1610
square km
3. What is its population?
3. It has a population of about
7 million
4. What kind of city is it?
4. It is the capital city of the
United Kingdom
5. It was founded by the
Romans in 43 AD
5. When and by whom
was it founded?
6. What is it famous for?
6. It is famous for many things.
7. What is the best of the city?
7. The best thing about London is
the parks

Task 2: Look at these following pictures and say what
city it is