Talking about Countries - America

 Part 1: Vocabularies:

Weather:

Hurricane /ˈhɜːrɪkeɪn/ - A hurricane is a type of storm with strong winds.

Tornado /tɔːrˈneɪdoʊ/ - A tornado is a violently rotating column of air.

Blizzard /ˈblɪzərd/ - A blizzard is a severe snowstorm with strong winds.

Drought /draʊt/ - A drought is a period of time with very little rainfall.

Heatwave /ˈhiːtweɪv/ - A heatwave is a period of very hot weather.

Flood /flʌd/ - A flood is an overflow of water onto land that is normally dry.

Thunderstorm /ˈθʌndərˌstɔːrm/ - A thunderstorm is a storm with thunder and lightning.

Rainbow /ˈreɪnboʊ/ - You can see a rainbow in the sky after it rains.

Sunny /ˈsʌni/ - It's sunny outside, perfect for a picnic!

Cloudy /ˈklaʊdi/ - It's cloudy today, so it might rain.

Traditional Clothes:

Blue jeans /bluː dʒiːnz/ - Blue jeans are a classic American clothing item.

Cowboy hat /ˈkaʊbɔɪ hæt/ - A cowboy hat is a wide-brimmed hat worn by cowboys.

Baseball cap /ˈbeɪsbɔːl kæp/ - A baseball cap is a soft cap with a stiff brim.

Leather jacket /ˈleðər ˈdʒækɪt/ - Many motorcyclists wear leather jackets.

T-shirt /ˈtiː ʃɜːrt/ - A T-shirt is a casual shirt with short sleeves.

Sneakers /ˈsniːkərz/ - Sneakers are comfortable shoes for everyday wear.

• Boots /buːts/ - Boots are sturdy footwear that cover the foot and ankle.

Cuisine:

Hamburger /ˈhæmˌbɜːrɡər/ - A hamburger is a cooked patty of ground beef in a bun.

Hot dog /ˈhɒt dɒɡ/ - A hot dog is a grilled or steamed sausage served in a bun.

Pizza /ˈpiːtsə/ - Pizza is a dish made from dough topped with sauce, cheese, and toppings.

French fries /frɛntʃ fraɪz/ - French fries are deep-fried potato sticks.

Donut /ˈdoʊnʌt/ - A donut is a small fried cake of sweetened dough.

Cheesecake /ˈtʃiːzkeɪk/ - Cheesecake is a rich dessert made with cream cheese, eggs, and sugar.

Pancakes /ˈpænˌkeɪks/ - Pancakes are flat cakes made from a batter.

Fried chicken /fraɪd ˈtʃɪkɪn/ - Fried chicken is a popular dish in the southern United States.

BBQ ribs /ˈbɑːrbɪkjuː rɪbz/ - BBQ ribs are a type of barbecue dish.

Apple pie /ˈæpl paɪ/ - Apple pie is a traditional American dessert.

Famous Attractions:

Statue of Liberty /ˈstætʃuː əv ˈlɪbərti/ - The Statue of Liberty is in New York City.

Times Square /taɪmz skwɛər/ - Times Square is a busy intersection in New York City.

Grand Canyon /ɡrænd ˈkænjən/ - The Grand Canyon is a huge canyon in Arizona.

Disneyland /ˈdɪzniˌlænd/ - Disneyland is a famous theme park in California.

Yellowstone National Park /ˈjeloʊˌstoʊn ˈnæʃənəl pɑːrk/ - Yellowstone National Park is famous for its geysers.

Golden Gate Bridge /ˈɡoʊldən ɡeɪt brɪdʒ/ - The Golden Gate Bridge connects San Francisco to Marin County.

Mount Rushmore /maʊnt ˈrʌʃmɔːr/ - Mount Rushmore features sculptures of four US presidents.

White House /waɪt haʊs/ - The White House is the official residence of the US president.

Hollywood Walk of Fame /ˈhɒliˌwʊd wɔːk əv feɪm/ - The Hollywood Walk of Fame features stars embedded in the sidewalk.

Alcatraz Island /ˈælkəˌtræz ˈaɪlənd/ - Alcatraz Island was once a famous prison.

Traditional Ceremonies:

Thanksgiving /ˈθæŋksˌɡɪvɪŋ/ - Families gather for a big meal on Thanksgiving.

Halloween /ˈhæloʊˌiːn/ - Children dress up in costumes and go trick-or-treating on Halloween.

Christmas /ˈkrɪsməs/ - People decorate Christmas trees and exchange gifts on Christmas.

Independence Day /ˌɪndɪˈpendəns deɪ/ - Independence Day is celebrated with fireworks and parades.

Memorial Day /məˈmɔːriəl deɪ/ - Memorial Day honors those who have died while serving in the US military.

Labor Day /ˈleɪbər deɪ/ - Labor Day celebrates the achievements of workers.

Easter /ˈiːstər/ - Children search for Easter eggs on Easter Sunday.

Super Bowl /ˈsuːpər boʊl/ - The Super Bowl is the annual championship game of the National Football League.

Part 2: Guessing Game

1. This natural disaster involves a lot of snow and strong winds. (Blizzard)

2. You wear this type of hat if you're a cowboy. (Cowboy hat)

3. This is a popular American sandwich with a patty of ground beef. (Hamburger)

4. This famous landmark in New York City is a symbol of freedom. (Statue of Liberty)

5. This holiday is celebrated with costumes, trick-or-treating, and pumpkins. (Halloween)

6. This type of shoe is perfect for casual wear and comes in many different styles. (Sneakers)

7. This traditional American dessert is made with apples and a flaky crust. (Apple pie)

8. This famous bridge is painted a bright orange color. (Golden Gate Bridge)

9. This type of storm has thunder and lightning. (Thunderstorm)

10. This American food is a type of sausage served in a long bun. (Hot dog)

11. This holiday is celebrated with fireworks and barbecues. (Independence Day)

12. This national park is famous for its geysers and hot springs. (Yellowstone National Park)

13. This type of American clothing is made from denim. (Blue jeans)

14. This holiday is celebrated with a big meal, including turkey. (Thanksgiving)

15. This disaster involves a period of very little rain. (Drought)

16. This sweet treat is often eaten for breakfast and can be topped with syrup. (Pancakes)

17. This famous place in Hollywood has stars on the sidewalk with names of celebrities. (Hollywood Walk of Fame)

18. This type of jacket is often worn by motorcyclists. (Leather jacket)

19. This type of storm involves a rotating column of air. (Tornado)

Part 3: Questions:

1. What are some common types of weather in America?

2. What do Americans typically wear on casual days?

3. What is your favorite American food and why?

4. If you could visit one famous attraction in America, which one would you choose?

5. How do Americans celebrate Independence Day?

6. What are some traditional American ceremonies you know?

7. Have you ever experienced a hurricane or a tornado?

8. What would you wear to a baseball game in America?

9. What comes to mind when you think of American food?

10. Would you like to visit Disneyland? Why or why not?

11. What is your favorite American holiday and why?

12. What do you know about Thanksgiving?

13. What are some differences between American and Vietnamese traditional clothes?

14. If you were to try one American dish, what would it be?

15. What makes American culture unique in your opinion?

16. Can you name three famous landmarks in America?

17. What do you know about American high schools?

18. What are some popular sports in America?

19. What do you think about American music and movies?

20. Would you like to visit America someday? Why or why not?