11. Lombok
Where is it?
Listen to and read the information about the location of Lombok.
Lombok is an island in Indonesia, located east of Bali and west of Sumbawa. It is famous for its natural beauty, including pristine beaches, turquoise waters, waterfalls, and volcanoes. It is also known for its traditional crafts such as weaving and pottery, as well as its unique cuisine that includes spicy sambals* and fresh seafood. Additionally, Lombok is a popular destination for adventurous activities such as trekking, surfing, and diving.
*Sambal a hot sauce made from chopped vegetables or fruit, and spices, originally from Southeast Asia.
Vocabulary
Read carefully the words of the lesson and their explanation.
- to overshadow – to be greater than something else
- a resort – a place where many people go to for a holiday or vacation
- seclusion – the act of hiding yourself from general views
- a cart – a heavy two-wheeled open wagon drawn by a horse
- to reboot – to reload or to start doing sth again in a new and interesting way
- brasher – adjective that describes someone or something that is bold, self-assertive, and sometimes aggressive or flashy
- a temple – a building or place considered to be sacred or holy, typically used for religious worship or meditation
- amid – preposition that means in the middle of or surrounded by something, typically with a feeling of being overwhelmed or in the midst of a difficult situation
- laid-back – adjective that describes a person or environment that is calm, relaxed, and easy-going, without stress or tension
- to teem with – phrasal verb that means to be full or filled with something, usually referring to a large number or amount
- a boat ride – a journey or trip taken on a boat or ship, typically for leisure, tourism, or transportation purposes.
- put in touch – a phrasal verb that means to contact or connect someone with another person or organization, usually for business or networking purposes
Words in practice
You are going to listen to the meditation Island Adventure. You can insert the missing words while listening – it’s easy. I suggest you make it more challenging: first, read the text of meditation and drag the words into the gaps. Then listen and check yourself. Finally, press the “check” button at the end of the text.
Now answer the questions with the new words. Remember to use them in your answers.
- Who is the brasher one – you or your best friend?
- Have you ever visited a temple? If yes, which one is your favorite?
- What do you usually feel amid a crowded place?
- Do you prefer a laid-back lifestyle or a busy one?
- Have you been to a place that’s known to teem with tourists?
- Have you ever taken a boat ride? If yes, where did you go?
- Can you put me in touch with your friend who works in the IT industry?
- Do you feel overshadowed by anyone in your professional/school/personal life?
- What’s your favorite resort to spend some quality time with your family?
- Do you want seclusion in your life or do you crave social interactions?
- Have you ever taken a ride on a cart?
- What’s your go-to activity when you want to reboot your energy levels?
Record your answer
If you study on your own, record your answers and send them to your teacher.
Listening
Get to know the island. Read the following statements, then watch the video and say if they are true or false.
- Lombok has a population over 4 million people.
- The religion of the locals is Islam.
- Lombok is not so attractive for tourists as Bali.
- The Lombok’s biggest attraction is a park where you can feed monkeys.
- In some parts of the island the life is really luxurious.
- This island tries to compete with Bali and to get as much profit as possible.
Now watch the video and say which statements are true and which ones are false.
Now choose True or False.
What’s more?
Get to know some facts about Lombok and the life there. First, read each paragraph, then find the right heading for it.
Answer the questions about the text.
If you study on your own, record your answers and send them to your teacher.
- What are the hallmarks of the island?
- Why are the beaches never crowded?
- Where did the governors of the island live? What is the place like?
- What’s the main touristic attraction?
- What’s so special about the cuisine of Lombok? Can anyone appreciate it?
- What is forbidden in Lombok?
- What does it mean when the locals say “tomorrow” in response to your request?
- Do tourists choose Lombok for shopping?