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Bayeux Tapestry Visits London

Bayeux Tapestry arrives in London for exhibition.
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The Bayeux Tapestry is a big cloth with pictures. It came from a place called France. Now, you can see it in a museum in London. It tells a story about long ago, in the year 1066. People were careful when they moved it so it wouldn't get hurt. Now, many people can visit and see the pictures on the cloth. Experts made sure the cloth is okay. They say it looks great and is safe. It's a special thing to see until next year. Many people enjoy learning its story.

Original news source: Bayeux Tapestry in 'wonderful state' after journey to London, French minister says – BBC News (BBC)

🎧 Listen:

πŸ“– Vocabulary:

1. tapestry
2. display
3. experts
4. visit
5. story
6. special
7. safe
8. cloth
9. picture
10. museum

Group or Classroom Activities

Warm-up Activities:

1. Clap your hands three times and say your name.
2. Find something red in the room and point to it.
3. Say one thing you like to eat.
4. Jump up and down two times.
5. Count from one to five with a friend.

πŸ€” Comprehension Questions:

1. What is the Bayeux Tapestry?

2. Where did the tapestry come from?

3. What year is the tapestry's story about?

4. Who made sure the tapestry is in great shape?

5. How did people feel about moving the tapestry?

6. Where is the tapestry now?

7. How long will the tapestry be on display in London?

🎧✍️ Listen and Fill in the Gaps:

The Bayeux Tapestry is a big with pictures. It came from a place France. Now, you can see it in a museum in London. It tells a about long ago, in the year 1066. were careful when they moved it so it wouldn't get hurt. Now, many people can and see the pictures on the cloth. made sure the cloth is okay. They say it looks great and is safe. It's a special thing to see until . Many people enjoy learning its story.

πŸ’¬ Discussion Questions:

1. Have you ever been to a museum?
2. What is your favorite story?
3. Why do you think it's important to be careful with old things?
4. Have you ever seen a picture that tells a story?
5. What is something special you have?
6. Do you like to draw or paint?
7. Where would you like to travel?
8. What do you like to learn about?
9. What is your favorite thing to do with friends?
10. How can we keep things safe?
11. What do you like to collect?
12. Why do you think people visit museums?

Individual Activities

πŸ“–πŸ’­ Vocabulary Meanings:

Click a dot next to a word, then click the dot next to its meaning to draw a line connecting them.

Words

1. tapestry
2. display
3. experts
4. visit
5. story
6. special
7. safe
8. cloth
9. picture
10. museum

Meanings

(A) tale
(B) place to see old things
(C) fabric
(D) not in danger
(E) not like others
(F) a big cloth with pictures
(G) image
(H) show for people
(I) people who know a lot
(J) go see

πŸ”‘ Multiple Choice Questions:

1. What is the Bayeux Tapestry?
(a) A book
(b) A statue
(c) A map
(d) A big cloth with pictures
2. Where is the tapestry now?
(a) London
(b) New York
(c) Paris
(d) Rome
3. Where did the tapestry come from?
(a) Spain
(b) France
(c) Germany
(d) Italy
4. What year does the tapestry's story tell about?
(a) 2020
(b) 1066
(c) 1500
(d) 2001
5. Who checked the tapestry?
(a) Teachers
(b) Artists
(c) Musicians
(d) Experts
6. How long will the tapestry be on display?
(a) Forever
(b) One week
(c) Until next year
(d) One day
7. How did people feel about moving the tapestry?
(a) Happy
(b) Angry
(c) Worried
(d) Bored
8. What is a museum?
(a) A place to see old things
(b) A sports field
(c) A restaurant
(d) A school

πŸ•΅οΈ True or False Questions:

1. It is now in a gallery in London.
2. The tapestry will be on display until next year.
3. Experts checked the tapestry to make sure it is okay.
4. The tapestry came from France.
5. Many people are visiting the museum to see the tapestry.
6. The Bayeux Tapestry is a small cloth with pictures.
7. The tapestry tells a story about the year 2023.
8. It is easy work moving the tapestry.

Writing Questions:

1. Draw a picture of something special to you.
2. Write a sentence about your favorite toy.
3. What do you like most about visiting a museum?
4. Why do you think stories are important?
5. If you could have any pet, what would it be and why?

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