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Introduction
We all love festivals and especially learning from different cultures around the world. Today, there is a especial and yummy one in England, do you know what is its name? Yes...it's Pancake Day or Shrove Tuesday.
Have you ever dreamt about a day that you could eat as many as pancakes as you will? Well, it's possible at Pancake Day. It sounds interesting, doesn't it?
Task
At the end of this project, you should be able to:
- Use vocabulary connected with the process of making pancakes: nouns, verbs, main ingredients.
- Tell in English the procedure and the recipe of making pancakes.
- Prepare and present a presentation about the recipe, the traditions in England on that day, etc.
- Give advice to a person who has eaten too many pancakes and goes to the doctor's (based on the previous lesson).
Process
Ready, Steady, Go!
There are some steps in the WebQuest and you should follow them in order:
Step 1- Research for traditional recipes on the Internet
- Find out the ingredients and what the traditional pancake is.
- Find the recipe of a traditional pancake and make a list of the products you need.
- Find out the order in preparing.
Step 2-Train vocabulary connected with the preparation of pancakes
Step 3- Now when you are experts on pancakes, search for information about Pancake Day or Shrove Tuesday in England.
- When is Pancake Celebrated and why?
- What is the meaning of Shrove Tuesday?
- How do British celebrate this day?
- What happens on British streets?
Step 4- Now, after the Pancake celebration you realised that maybe you have eaten too many pancakes and your stomach hurts. Give some advice about what I should do.
Use the following expressions:
- If I were you, I would...
- You should/ shoulnd't have....
- A good tip is to...
- Do/ Don't...
RESOURCES
https://www.historic-uk.com/CultureUK/Pancake-Day/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shrove_Tuesday
English vocabulary related to pancakes
https://www.esolcourses.com/content/topics/festivals/pancaketuesday/pancake-vocabulary.html
Information about Shrove Tuesday
https://www.esolcourses.com/content/topics/festivals/pancaketuesday/pancake-tuesday-reading.html
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/easter/ShroveTuesday.aspx
Funny facts about this holiday (3-5 max.)
https://www.idealhome.co.uk/diy-and-decorating/pancake-day-fun-facts-9060
https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/top10facts/642138/Ten-things-pancake-day-shrove-tuesday
Evaluation
| 2 points | 3 points | 4 points | 5 points | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Organisation | Information not organised | Information presented in a logical sequence | Information presented in a logial and interesting sequence | Information presented in a logical, interesting sequence. Easy to follow and understand | 30% |
| Content | Several elements missing | Good understannding of the topic although some things are missing | Good understanding of the topic, mentions nearly all the points required | Fully understanding of the topic. Good explanations are given. Includes all the required information as well as additions. | 30% |
| Delivery | Some mistakes in grammar and pronunciation | Speaks clearly but make a couple of mistakes | Good pronunciation, little mistakes are made | Speaks clearly and no pronunciation mistakes are made | 30% |
| Attractiveness | The presentation is very poor | The presentation is OK but a bit mesy | The presentation is attractive and neat (organised) | The presentation is outstanding and very organised | 10% |
Conclusion
I hope that you have enjoyed learning about this traditional holiday of Pancake Day and searching for what Pancake is.
Also, I hope you enjoy this delicious recipe and don't forget to share your home-made pancakes with your family and friends.