This activity is suitable for B2-C1 students. You will watch a video about how auroras are formed. The northern and southern lights. Check how it works:
The Aurora Borealis and Aurora Australis are some of the most beautiful natural shows on Earth. Moreover, these lights appear in the night sky near the North and South Poles. The Aurora Borealis is also called the northern lights and can often be seen in places like Norway, Sweden, Finland, Canada, and Alaska. The Aurora Australis, or southern lights, appears in the southern hemisphere, especially in New Zealand, Tasmania, and parts of Antarctica. The lights usually appear in green, pink, purple, or red and move like waves or curtains across the sky.
Pre-Listening Vocabulary
Before watching the video, make sure you understand the following vocabulary. This is a matching activity, match the words with their meanings.
Listening Activity – How auroras are formed
Watch the video below, or just listen. You will need the previously seen vocabulary to better understand it.
Listening Comprehension
After watching the video, answer the following questions to check understanding. If you need, you can watch again as many times as you want.
Seeing these auroras with your own eyes is something you will never forget. Whether it is the northern lights dancing over the snowy mountains of Norway or the southern lights shining above the quiet landscapes of New Zealand, this natural wonder is worth the trip. If you enjoy nature, adventure, and beautiful night skies, visiting one of these countries during aurora season could be the perfect experience. So why not start planning your next holiday? The lights won’t be there forever!
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