Theme 2: California's Natural and Cultural Features

This part of the unit explores vocabulary related to California's unique landscape and cultural aspects.

Vocabulary: Key terms include whale, calf, giant, agriculture, sunshine, and campground.

Example: "Strawberry" is mentioned, likely in reference to California's agricultural industry.

Highlight: The term "old-fashioned" can be used to describe traditional or vintage aspects of California culture.

Quote: "Because of" is an important phrase for explaining reasons, such as "We visited the coast because of the beautiful views."

Focus on Language and Skills Training

The final section of the unit concentrates on more advanced language skills and specific vocabulary for journalism and tourism.

Vocabulary: Important terms include journalist, electric cart, guide, screen, passive, and headline.

Example: "All over the world" is a phrase used to describe global phenomena or popularity.

Highlight: The unit includes vocabulary related to storytelling, such as "towards", "nod", and "grow up".

Definition: "Immigration" is defined as the process of people coming to live permanently in a foreign country.

This comprehensive guide provides students with the essential English vocabulary for travel and tourism, particularly focused on California. It covers a wide range of topics from natural features to cultural aspects, making it an invaluable resource for those learning English for holidays or preparing for a trip to the United States.