Visiting a Floating Market in Thailand

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Questions

1. Where did Lisa visit a floating market?
2. How do sellers sell goods in a floating market?
3. What food did Lisa try at the market?
4. How did Lisa get to the floating market?
5. Did Lisa take a boat ride during her visit? (Yes/No)
6. Why does Lisa suggest going early in the morning?
7. What advice does Lisa give to visitors about money?

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True or False

1. The floating market was close to Lisa’s hotel.
2. Lisa drank fresh coconut juice at the market.
3. The market was empty when Lisa visited.
4. Some sellers cooked food on their boats.
5. Lisa did not buy any souvenirs.

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Discussion Questions

1. Have you ever visited a market that is different from usual markets? Describe it.
2. Would you like to try food from a floating market? Why or why not?
3. How do you think shopping on a boat is different from shopping on land?
4. What other unique places would you like to visit in another country?
5. Do you prefer visiting markets or shopping in shops? Explain your choice.

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Answer Key

Questions

1. Lisa visited a floating market in Thailand.
2. Sellers sell goods from boats on a river or canal.
3. Lisa tried fresh mango with sticky rice and coconut juice.
4. She took a taxi from her hotel.
5. Yes, Lisa took a boat ride with a guide.
6. To avoid crowds.
7. Carry small cash for buying things.

True or False

1. False – The market was about an hour away from her hotel.
2. True
3. False – The market was busy with many people.
4. True
5. False – Lisa bought souvenirs and spices.

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