Watch the commercial on Argentina. What are your first impressions? What strikes you as different or strange? What strikes you as cool or interesting?
What are Laura’s favorite places in Argentina?
Why does she prefer to travel by bus?
When traveling, what is important to her?
What is the terrain in the western part of the country?
What were las cataratas de Iguazu declared as?
How would you describe the geography of Argentina overall?
What types of writings was Borges known for?
The above quote is by Jorge Luis Borges. What does it mean to you? (Do NOT Google translate)
What is Messi considered as?
Watch a bit of this video of the argentine tango. What are your thoughts about it? Listen to the music and watch te movements. How would you describe this type of dancing?
After watching the videos, and reading about the geography and famous people from Argentina. What are 3 interesting FACTS that you found out. (NOT your opinion)
What are two things you would like to do when you visit Argentina. Use the resources above.
What is one question you still have about travelling to Argentina.
Who is Mercedes Sosa a descendant of?
What types of music does the tango have influence from?