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Cat and Rabbit Islands: Facts and Myths

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGrlf8ww0cA

Listen to the text and do the tasks.

Answer the Questions: choose the correct answer

Questions:

1. What is the nickname of Oshima Island?

a) Rabbit Island

b) Cat Island

c) Mouse Island

d) Fish Island

2. What is the ratio of cats to humans on Cat Island?

a) 1:10

b) 10:1

c) 1:16

d) 16:1

3. What was the main industry on Cat Island before the population declined?

a) Sardine fishing

b) Tourism

c) Agriculture

d) Mining

4. How many people currently live on Cat Island?

a) 800

b) 160

c) 16

d) 10

5. How did the cats come to inhabit Cat Island?

a) They were brought by the remaining human residents.

b) They were attracted by the abundance of mice.

c) They were abandoned by tourists.

d) They were imported by the government.

6. What is the main attraction for tourists on Cat Island?

a) The beaches

b) The food

c) The cats

d) The historical sites

7. Why does Kotomi Gotoh find watching cats relaxing?

a) Because they are cute

b) Because they are unpredictable

c) Because they remind her to take a break from her regimented life

d) Because they are entertaining

8. What is the job of the cat stationmaster at the rural train station?

a) To operate the train

b) To attract tourists

c) To catch mice

d) To sell tickets

9. What is the only work involved in being a cat stationmaster?

a) Looking cute

b) Catching mice

c) Operating the train

d) Selling tickets

10. What other animal-themed islands are mentioned in the video?

a) Dog Island

b) Bird Island

c) Rabbit Island

d) Monkey Island

Correct answers:

1. b

2. b

3. a

4. c

5. b

6. c

7. c

8. b

9. a

10. c

Pick the Right Summary!

1. The video is about Cat Island in Japan, where there are more than 160 cats and only 16 people. However, the island used to have a population of 160 people, and the cats were brought in by the remaining residents to control the mice population. The cats are not friendly to visitors and often scratch or bite them. The island is not a popular tourist destination and most visitors leave disappointed.

2. The video is about Cat Island in Japan, where there are more than 160 cats and only 16 people. The island is also known for its beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters, which attract many tourists. Visitors can swim with the cats and take pictures with them on the beach. The island also has a famous cat cafe where visitors can enjoy coffee and pastries while playing with the cats. The cafe is run by the 16 human residents and all proceeds go towards caring for the cats.

3. The video is about Cat Island in Japan, where there are more than 160 cats and only 16 people. The island used to have a population of 800 people, but the sardine fisheries depleted jobs and human residents left. The cats were let loose or abandoned and now outnumber humans more than ten to one. The cats go where they want and snooze when they feel like it, which is very relaxing for visitors.

Correct answers:

3

Which Title Fits Best?

1. Japan's Beaches and Cafes: A Tourist Magnet

2. Cat Island in Japan: A Feline Paradise

3. The Dark Side of Cat Island: Visitors Beware of the Aggressive Cats

Correct answers:

2

Answer the Questions!

Questions:

1. What is the nickname of the island mentioned in the video?

2. How do the number of cats compare to the number of humans on Cat Island?

3. Why did the population of the fishing village decrease?

4. How many people currently live on Cat Island?

5. According to Masato Kamioka, how did the island become populated with cats?

6. Why does Kotomi Gotoh find watching cats relaxing?

7. How many cat islands are there in Japan?

8. What is the role of Tama the cat at the train station?

9. What can be seen scattered about the jetty on Cat Island?

10. According to the video, how many rabbit islands are there in Japan?

Correct answers:

1. Cat Island

2. Cats outnumber humans more than ten to one.

3. The sardine fisheries depleted jobs and residents moved to cities.

4. There are just 16 people living on Cat Island.

5. Cats were let loose, abandoned, or brought by residents.

6. Watching cats allows her to relax and take a break from her regimented life.

7. There are about ten cat islands in Japan.

8. Tama is the honorary stationmaster who attracts tourists.

9. Cans of tuna can be seen scattered about the jetty.

10. Japan has eight rabbit islands.

Let's Discuss There Interesting Questions!

1. Have you ever been to an island before?

2. Do you like cats?

3. Why do you think there are more cats than humans on this island?

4. What is the job of the cat stationmaster?

5. Would you like to live on Cat Island?

Адрес публикации: https://www.prodlenka.org/metodicheskie-razrabotki/554869-audirovanie-na-urokah-anglijskogo-dopolniteln