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City and Colours 4

C. Read the text and match photos A–E on page 51 with each
section of the text (1–5).

D. Find a word or phrase in the text which means:
1. to cover your monthly costs
2. monthly payments to the bank when they own your house
3. measurement of size when talking about property

4. a type of transport without a motor
5. a pool which has a glass side
6. another name for the Aurora Borealis
7. rough, difficult, challenging
8. supplies which are limited in order to last for a long time

E. What three adjectives could you use to describe each of these
places?

1. barn 4. dome 7. pavilion
2. bunker 5. igloo 8. shack
3. condo 6. mansion

F. Work with a partner. Choose one of the photos (A–E) on page 51
and work together to produce a short advert advertising your
property. Here are some questions to help you:
1. Who would be your target buyer?
2. How could you make it sound appealing to potential buyers?
3. What features of the property do you want to highlight?

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