Ejercicio Option A - Exercise A.3 · Inglés PAU Aragón Ordinaria 2024

THINKING OF VISITING A COUNTRY ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WORLD?

Have you ever seen a wallaby? Would you like to go snorkelling? Are you keen on visiting famous beaches? Australia offers a diverse range of experiences that can cater to the interests of teenagers. Australia is home to some of the most unique wildlife on the planet, including kangaroos, koalas, and wallabies. Visiting wildlife sanctuaries or national parks provides an opportunity to see these animals up close. Teenagers interested in marine life and snorkelling or diving will be fascinated by the Great Barrier Reef. It's the largest coral reef system in the world, offering stunning underwater ecosystems and diverse marine species. Australia is also renowned for its excellent surfing conditions. Teenagers who enjoy water sports can try surfing on the country's famous beaches, such as Bondi Beach in Sydney or Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast.

Exploring the rich Aboriginal culture, visiting museums, and attending festivals can provide a deeper understanding of Australia's diverse heritage. The National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne and the Australian Museum in Sydney are great places to start. Australia hosts various music festivals throughout the year, catering to different tastes. Festivals like Splendour in the Grass or Falls Festival are popular among young people. Australia's diverse landscapes provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and exploring natural wonders such as the Blue Mountains or the Twelve Apostles, a collection of steep, vertical columns of rock off the shore of Port Campbell National Park in Victoria.

Nevertheless, remember that individual interests vary, so it's a good idea to tailor the itinerary to your specific preferences. And you will be practising your English, too.

EXERCISE A.3: Find words or phrases in the text which mean the same as the following: [1 point]

a)

abundant, plentiful:

b)

ancestry, legacy:

c)

acclaimed, distinguished:

d)

varied: