Canada
Some random facts about the country
The country's territory
Canada is huge. It is the second largest country in the world. Just think about its territory, the size of its great lakes, the volume of its world-famous Niagara Falls, the height of its mountains.
Beautiful nature
Breathtaking view of the mountains
Amazing lakes
The official languages are English and French.
Listen to these wonderful songs and enjoy the beauty of English and French.
Eric Clapton - Layla (Acoustic) by vponline
Carla Bruni - Quelqu'un ma dit by truchinni
Do you want to see how different Canada and America are? Watch this short video.
Find the answers to the following questions.
1. Are there more gun murders in America or in Canada? Why? Is the safety of the citizens connected with the number of guns they have? It would be nice if you gave some statistics from the video.
2. Do Canadians lock the doors at night? Why?/Why not?
3. What myths about Canada are there in the USA? Were they proved?
4. What can you say about the level of segregation in Canada and America? Where is it lower?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3JMSTPSsbU
Our Canadian epals have made a video for you!!!
Watch part 1 and find your epal.
Describe his/her appearance. What did she /he tell us about?
PART 1: Our School & Culture
Part 2 is also here for you to watch!
What have you learnt about Vancouver?
Be ready to share your information with the class.
Part 2: Vancouver