Warm Up
- Have you ever been to Hawaii before?
- Do you know some things Hawaii is known for?
- Do you enjoy hiking or going to the beach? What do you enjoy about it?
Listening
Before the video: Teachers will read the following questions aloud, please prepare for listening!
After the video: Did you get it? If not, please tell your teacher specifically which part you didn’t understand. Let’s review the video again 🙂
- What kind of attractions are there in Honolulu?
- Why is Iolani Palace special?
- What watersports originated in Hawaii?
Key Words & Phrases
Do you understand the following Key Words & Phrases? Your teacher will select Key Words & Phrases and ask you about their meanings.
If you don’t understand, your teacher can explain them. Afterwards, try to use the Key Words & Phrases to make a sentence!
- 00:07 Honolulu, a tropical island paradise, is the capital of Hawaii.
- 00:11 Although it has long been a convenient stopover on the way to the other Hawaiian Islands
- 00:31 Kick off your shoes and head to Waikiki
- 00:57 head downtown to admire the statue of King Kamehameha
- 01:39 you cannot miss the Diamond Head Volcano, or the Le’ahi as it’s known by the locals.
- 01:43 Take the trail to the rim to enjoy views of the island.
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02:00 head back downtown to take in a hula dancing show
- 02:03 enjoy the local cuisine which offers the best blend of Asian and American flavors.
- Where would you like to visit in Hawaii?
- What activities would you like to try?
- How are beaches in Japan different from beaches in Hawaii?
- Why do you think Hawaii is such a popular travel destination?
Pronunciation

Roleplay