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Life in the Caribbean

The Caribbean is a large region that includes many different islands in the Atlantic Ocean. Some of them, like Cuba, Jamaica or the Dominican Republic, are quite big and have several million inhabitants. Others, such as St. Lucia, Barbados or Antigua, are much smaller but still full of life and culture. Many islands are close to each other, but each island has its own character and traditions. The warm climate, the clear blue water and the white beaches make the Caribbean a popular destination for tourists from all over the world. But there is much more to discover than just beautiful beaches.

The history of the Caribbean is long and often difficult. Before Europeans arrived, indigenous groups like the Taíno and the Caribs lived on the islands. They had their own languages, beliefs and ways of life. In the late 15th century, European explorers reached the region. Soon, many islands became colonies of European countries such as Spain, France, Britain and the Netherlands. The Europeans built plantations, which needed a lot of workers, to grow sugar, tobacco and cotton. For this reason, millions of Africans were brought to the Caribbean and forced (gezwungen) to work as enslaved people. Life on a plantation was extremely hard, and many families suffered (leiden) for generations. Today, the mix of Indigenous, African and European traditions are part of everyday life in the Caribbean. It can be seen in languages, food, music and festivals. On some islands, people speak English, while on others they speak Spanish, French or other languages that developed over time. This language variety shows how multicultural the region is.

Music plays a very important role in Caribbean culture. Jamaica is the birthplace of reggae, a music style with a strong rhythm and meaningful lyrics about peace, justice and human rights. Bob Marley, one of the most famous reggae musicians, helped spread Caribbean music across the world. His songs still inspire people today. Trinidad and Tobago are known for calypso, soca and steelpan music. Steelpans are instruments made from metal barrels, and their sound is unique and joyful. These music styles are especially important during Carnival, one of the biggest festivals in the Caribbean.

Caribbean food also shows the region’s cultural diversity. Many meals include rice, beans, chicken, fish and fresh vegetables. Spices from Africa, Europe and local plants give the food its special taste. On many islands, you can also find tropical fruits such as mangoes, papayas, bananas and pineapples at local markets. Food is more than just something to eat – it brings people together and is part of their identity.

Tourism is one of the most important industries in the Caribbean. Many people work in hotels, restaurants, shops or on cruise ships. Tourists come to swim, go diving, discover rainforests or learn about local traditions. For many families, tourism provides jobs and income. However, depending (abhängig sein) too much on tourism can also be risky. When a hurricane destroys beaches, streets or houses, fewer tourists come, and many people lose their jobs. Global crises, like financial problems or health emergencies, can also reduce the number of visitors. Because of this, some islands are working to develop new ideas and industries, such as agriculture, fishing, craftwork or small technology companies.

The environment is a very important topic for the future of the Caribbean. The islands have beautiful nature, from coral reefs and rainforests to waterfalls and mountains. Many animals and plants in the Caribbean cannot be found anywhere else in the world. But climate change is putting this nature in danger. Sea levels are rising, storms are getting stronger, and coral reefs are dying because the water is becoming warmer and more polluted. These changes also threaten tourism, because damaged reefs and destroyed beaches attract fewer visitors. To protect their home, many Caribbean countries are working on projects. They want to protect the forests, beaches and reefs so that future generations can enjoy them as well.

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Reading:
Read the text and check the correct answers.

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Why do many tourists visit the Caribbean?

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What shows that the Caribbean is a mixture of cultures?

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Why were African people brought to the Caribbean in the past?

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What makes it risky to focus on tourism?

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What is one environmental problem named in the text?

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Reading:
Read the text and answer the questions. Write full sentences. You can get up to 3 extra points for the correct spelling.

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How has history shaped life in the Caribbean today? Give examples.

Why is music so important in the Caribbean?

Why do many young people emigrate to other countries?

What problems are there that can cause tourists to stay away? Name three.

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Grammar: relative pronouns
Fill in who or which. Make a cross if you don’t need it (contact clause).

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The Caribbean is a region is famous for its warm weather and sunny days. The islands have a climate tourists from all over the world enjoy. The people live on the islands know that the weather can change quickly. A hot day starts with blue skies can end with heavy rain. There is a dry season many visitors prefer because of the warm sun and little rain. It is the time families spend most of their days outside. The rainy season brings storms can be loud and frightening. Strong winds people respect can damage houses and trees. Local people listen to the sea and the sky they know well. They follow old rules their grandparents taught them. Caribbean weather is something shapes everyday life on the islands. It creates a culture visitors remember for a long time.

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Grammar: relative clauses
Make one sentence out of two. Form a relative clauses with the second sentence. The relative clause should be about the underlined noun in the first sentence.

1. Many inhabitants speak Spanish. They live on Cuba.

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2. Most people visit tourist attractions. The attractions are often well known.

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3. Diving in the ocean is very popular. It can be dangerous if you get scared.

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4. It is helpful to book your trip at a travel agency. These are getting less because of online booking websites.

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Grammar: past progressive
Fill in the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Use the past progressive or simple past.

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Yesterday afternoon, Maya and her brother Tom (walk) along the beach in the Caribbean. The sun (shine) and tourists (lie) on their towels. While Maya (collect) shells near the water, Tom (watch) the waves. Suddenly, dark clouds (appear) in the sky, and the sea (change) its colour. Maya and Tom (not have) an umbrella, so they (decide) to look for shelter. While they (run) towards a small café, a loud noise (shock) them. A palm tree (fall) across the path just a few metres away. The café owner (stand) in the doorway when he (call) them inside. While they (wait) for the storm to pass, the rain (hit) the roof hard and the wind (howl) outside. After an hour, the storm (end) as suddenly as it (begin). When Maya and Tom (step back) onto the beach, the sun (shine) again, but everything (look) different.

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Mediation: You and your grandmother are on vacation in Jamaica. She would like to book some tours around the country so you go to a travel agency and help her because she doesn’t speak English. Mediate the things your grandmother (G) and the staff member (S) say.

G: Hallo, ich würde gerne ein paar Ausflüge hier in der Umgebung buchen. Können Sie mir dabei helfen?

You: My grandmother asks if _______________________________________________________________________________

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S: Yes, of course. We offer many tours around the capital city Kingston and other touristic attractions around the island. Which region do you prefer?

You: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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G: Oh, das klingt aber interessant. Ich würde gerne einen spannenden Mix aus Entspannung und ein paar Besichtigungen buchen. Gerne auch auf zwei oder drei Tage verteilt.

You: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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S: Sounds great, I can really recommend (empfehlen) that. Jamaica is a beautiful destination. For Kingston, I suggest a coffee tasting in the Blue Mountains.

You: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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G: Das klingt sehr anstrengend. Ich bin nicht mehr so gut zu Fuß und mein Herz reagiert manchmal nicht so gut auf Kaffee. Frag ihn, ob es noch etwas anderes gibt.

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S: Yes, of course. There is a famous Bob Marley museum if you’re interested in music and history.

You: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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G: Das klingt toll, das möchte ich gerne machen.

You: Sounds nice, she would like to do this.

S: Perfect! For your time at the beach, I can recommend a combined trip of rafting and a massage. It starts in Montego Bay.

You: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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G: Das klingt super, sag ihm, dass ich das gerne buchen würde.

You: That sounds great, she would like to book that.

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Vocabulary: Fill in words from Chapter 2.

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The is very important in the Caribbean because many people from all over the world travel to Caribbean islands. That’s because many people speak languages that Europeans know, for example or . The reason behind this is that their came from countries in which these languages are spoken.

If you don’t want to travel by plane, you can take the to most of the islands. In both ways, you need your to get into the country. Some islands are very close to each other, but some are also .

Once there, you can the islands on your own or book a tour. There are lots of trips around the coastlines because you can there very well. Many agencies offer trips for because many tourists haven’t done that yet.

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Read the extract from the novel and continue the story. Write about 150-250 words. That’s about half a page to one page in normal handwriting (not too big, not too small).

The evening sun was slowly disappearing behind the hills when Noah arrived at the small village square. Colourful lights were hanging between the palm trees, and people were preparing for a local festival. While children were running around and laughing, the adults were talking and setting up wooden tables.
Noah had only been on the Caribbean island for a few days. He was staying with his aunt, who lived near the coast. Everything still felt new to him: the warm air, the music, and the friendly smiles of the people.
While Noah was looking around, he heard the deep sound of drums. A group of musicians was standing in a circle, and an old man was teaching them a rhythm. Noah watched quietly as the drums were beating faster and faster.
Suddenly, the old man stopped and looked straight at Noah. “You,” he said, pointing at him. “Come closer.”
Noah felt everyone’s eyes on him. He was not sure why the man had chosen him. While the music was starting again, the old man handed Noah a small drum.
“Listen first,” the man said softly. “Then play.”
Noah took a deep breath and stepped into the circle. The rhythm was filling the air, and his heart was beating just as fast as the drums…

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Erwartungshorizont für:

Nr.

Der Schüler/die Schülerin kann…

Punkte max.

Punkte erreicht

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- die Aufgaben im Leseverstehen korrekt beantworten, indem er/sie wesentliche Informationen aus dem Lesetext entnimmt (multiple-choice)

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- die Aufgaben im Leseverstehen korrekt beantworten, indem er/sie wesentliche Informationen aus dem Lesetext entnimmt (Freitextantworten)

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- Relativpronomen richtig anwenden

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- Relativsätze eigenständig bilden

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- das past progressive richtig bilden und im Kontext richtig anwenden

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- Inhalte aus dem Deutschen ins Englische und anders herum sprachlich korrekt vermitteln

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- passende Vokabeln richtig einsetzen

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- einen Romanauszug inhaltlich und formal gerecht weiterschreiben

Inhalt: /10

Kommunikative Textgestaltung: /6

Verfügen über sprachliche Mittel: /8

Sprachrichtigkeit: /12

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100-89

88,5-76

75,5-63

62,5-50

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- Lesetexten wesentliche Informationen entnehmen

- das past progressive bilden, einsetzen und richtig anwenden

- die Relativpronomen who, which und that richtig einsetzen

- Relativsätze und contact clauses richtig bilden

- deutsche Inhalte sinngemäß ins Englische übermitteln (mediation)

- einen Romanauszug weiterschreiben

- die Vokabeln bis S.195 (Ende Chapter 2) anwenden

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