Questions 15-20
Which feature is related to each of the following areas of the world represented in the playground? Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-l, next to questions 15-20.
Areas of the world
15……. Asia
16……. Antarctica
17……. South America
18……. North America
19……. Europe
20……. Africa
Features
A. ancient forts
B. waterways
C. ice and snow
D. jewels
E. local animals
F. mountains
G. music and film
H. space travel
I. volcanoes
Transcript
And now, moving on to the Central Park Playground, which we’re pleased to announce has just won the Douglas Award for safety: the news came through only last week. The unique design is based on the concept of the Global Village, with the playground being divided into six areas showing different parts of the world – each with a representative feature. For example, there is a section on (15) Asia, and this is represented by rides and equipment in the shape of snakes, orang-utans, tigers and so on – fauna native to the forests of the region.
(16) Moving south to the Antarctic – we couldn’t run to an ice rink I’m afraid but opted instead for climbing blocks in the shape of mountains – I thought they could have had slides for the glaciers but the designers did want to avoid being too literal! Then (17) on to South America – and here the theme is El Dorado – games replicating the search for mines full of precious stones. And then moving up to North America, here there was considerable debate. I know the contribution of cinema and jazz was considered but (18) the designers finally opted for rockets and the International Space Station. Eastwards to (19) Europe then, and perhaps the most traditional choice of all the areas: medieval castles and other fortifications. Thenlast, but not least, moving south to (20) Africa and a whole set of wonderful mosaics and trails to represent the great rivers of this fascinating and varied continent.
Now, the opening date for our Global Playground is the 10th of July. And again we’d love to see you there – so make a date and come and see this magnificent, original new amenity right in the heart of the city.
Answers
| 15 | E |
| 16 | F |
| 17 | D |
| 18 | H |
| 19 | A |
| 20 | B |