Anglais UE107 The Loch Ness monster BONNEIL Vanessa et PERRIER Ombeline ESPE Albi – 2017/2018 The Loch Ness monster
Contents I. Why is Scotland a country of myths and legends ? II. How did the myth begin ? III. Why is the legend still alive ? IV. Why would this topic be relevant in English class ?
Why is Scotland a country of myths and legends ? A mysterious land Loch Ness : a deep and dark lake
II. How did the myth begin ? « We saw the monster ! » Nessie’s famous mug shot Could the facination with a fictional beast or prehistoric dinosaurs inspire belief in the Loch ness monster ?
III. Why is the legend still alive ? Loch ness monster : a very profitable business Each year : 1 million tourists & 40 million extra dollars
IV. Why would this topic be relevant in English class ? Such an attractive monster Nessie : the main legendary figure of Scottish culture Springboard for discovering Scotland
From the Scottish seasons to the weather…
A video from the British Council for listening worshop
Padlet : an interactive wall to discover Scottish culture