Self Access Reading

Description for the class materials

1.Textbook : High school English (두산동아) - chapter-based

2.Target Students : 1st grade high school

3.Level : mostly they are at intermediate level

4.Type of reading collection : For self-study

5.Purpose of reading collection : Reading passages in the textbook are quite limited in order to make students get motivated in reading and also topics. So, this reading collection is made to encourage students to have motivations in reading and also to get interested in those topics .

O henry Museum; Austin Texas

- Before You Read -

We already know who O henry is by reading our textbook and also this reading collection. But did you know there is a museum for O henry? This reading passage has information about O henry museum. Let's read.

Click ▷ http://www.museumsusa.org/museums/info/1167748

- After You Read -

Q1. What is the specific location of O henry museum?

Q2. Does O henry museum provide any education programs?

Suman Recipe And Varieties

- Before You Read -

Suman is a kind of rice cake made from glutinous rice cooked in coconut milk, and often steamed in banana leaves. Have you heard about Suman? Even if Suman is a type of rice dishes, we are not familiar with this food. This reading passage provides us information about Suman. Let's read.

Click ▷ http://philippinesfoodrecipes.blogspot.com/2009/12/suman-recipe-and-varieties.html

- After you Read -

Q1. Which country usually enjoys Suman?

Q2. How many variations of Suman? List those variations below.

Guy de Maupassant; The Necklace

- Before You Read -

Guy de Maupassant is also very famous writer for his short story, The Necklace. Have you heard about this story? Like O. Henry's short stories, The Necklace has a good plot and we can learn something meaningful from this story. Let's read the story, The Necklace.

Click ▷ http://www.eastoftheweb.com/short-stories/UBooks/Neck.shtml

- After You Read -

Q1. Who are the main character of this story, The Necklace?

Q2. Why did she sell her necklace?

The Last Leaf by O Henry

- Before You Read -

The Last Leaf is one of the famous short stories written by O Henry. Because of its reputation, you may already know the plot of this story. This reading passage is "The Last Leaf ". Even if we know already this story, let's read.

Click ▷ http://www.online-literature.com/o_henry/1303/

- After You Read -

Q1. Why does Sue want to paint the leaf of the tree?

Q2. Rewrite the ending of the Last Leaf in the space below.

Another famous writer - Guy de Maupassant

- Before You Read -

This reading collection also shows a famous short story, The Necklace, written by Guy de Maupassant. Guy de Maupassant is also one of the famous writer in the World. But our textbook just shows O Henry's stories. Let's know Who Guy de Maupassant is.

Click ▷ http://www.classicshorts.com/bios/biomaup.html

- After You Read -

Q1. How many short stories did Maupassant write in his lifetime?

Q2. What is the name of best known books written by Maupassant?

O. Henry Christmas' reminds us what the season is all about.

- Before You Read -

We already know some of O Henry's short stories by our textbook and this reading collection. If you read this heartwarming story, you will think of this story every Christmas. This reading passage contains the review of this story. Let's read.

Click ▷ http://www.peterekstrom.com/review02a.html

-After You Read -

Q1. Who is the main character of this story?

Q2. How author's thought was changed after reading this story?

William Sydney Porter A.K.A. O. Henry

- Before You Read -

Our textbook, chapter 9' topic is all about the short stories written by O Henry. Who is the O Henry? Have you heard about " The Last Leaf " , " The Christmas present" ? O Henry is the world famous writer. Let's know about O Henry by reading this passage.

Click ▷ http://www.peterekstrom.com/henry01.html

- After You Read -

Q1. What is the real name of O Henry?

Q2. Why he was so famous for his writing? What is the characteristics of his writing?

Tate Britain - A comprehensive collection of British art from the 1500 to the present day

- Before You Read -

Have you been to Britain? As for travel guide, Tate museum is one of the most famous spots for travelers who visit Britain. This reading passage contains general information about Tate museum. Let's read and if you need this information for your private needs, take notes.

Click ▷ http://www.georgianhousehotel.co.uk/london-museums-galleries/tate-britain.asp

- After You Read -

Q1. Where is the Tate museum and when it will be open and close?

Q2. Explain the architecture of Tate museum briefly.

Visit The Louvre; Paris

- Before You Read -

Even if our textbook do not show the museum Louvre, Louvre museum in Paris is the most famous museum in the world. Compared to other museums, Louvre museum is quite familiar with you. This reading passage contains general information of Louvre museum. Let's read.

Click ▷ http://www.francethisway.com/paris/the-louvre.php

- After You Read -

Q1. When was the castle of Louvre built under Philip Augustus?

Q2. In the central courtyard, what we can see if we visit Louvre museum?

Vatican Museum in Rome

- Before You Read -

Vatican museum in Rome is one of the famous museums in the world. The Vatican Museums contain masterpieces of painting, sculpture and other works of art collected by the popes through the centuries. This reading passage contains general information about Vatican museum. Let's read.

Click▷ http://www.vaticanstate.va/EN/Monuments/The_Vatican_Museums/

- After You Read -

Q1. Compared to other famous museums, what is difference between Vatican and other museums?

Q2. When Vatican museum opens and closes on weekdays?

Cinderella History

- Before You Read -

Once upon a time, there lived a Cinderella in a town. You may know the story of Cinderella, right? Even if we don't know whether Cinderella's story is real or not, Cinderella is really famous character in the world. This reading passage contains history of Cinderella. Let's read!

Click ▷ http://www.readyed.com.au/Sites/extra/cinhist.htm

- After You Read -

Q1. What is the earliest recorded version of Cinderella?

Q2. The Grimm Brothers' version, what is the differences compared to original Cinderella story?

Santa Claus - and His Origin

- Before You Read -

When we were young, every Christmas, we were looking forward to seeing Santa Claus. And we always asked to our parents, " Does Santa Claus exist?" Santa Claus existence has been mystery until now. what do you think about this? Do you think Santa Claus really exist? This reading passage contains an origin of Santa Claus. Let's read!!

Click ▷ http://www.theholidayspot.com/christmas/history/santa_claus.htm

- After You Read -

Q1. What is Santa Claus's real name in catholic?

Q2. What made Santa Claus more realistic?

Harry Potter - J.K. Rowling goes Beyond the Epilogue

- Before You Read -

Harry potter is the hottest character both in the novel and the movie. Harry potter written by J.K. Rowling is already million seller and also for the movie. Movie were already created series 5, and new series will soon release. This reading passage is about J.K. Rowling's Epilogue. Let's read!!

Click ▷ http://www.beyondhogwarts.com/harry-potter/articles/jk-rowling-goes-beyond-the-epilogue.html

- After You Read -

Q1. What did J.K. Rowling mention about Harry potter, Ron and Hermione?

Q2. Which part is the most difficult for J.K. Rowling to write?

Tornadoes - Killer Wind Funnels

- Before You Read -

We are already familiar with Tornado, right? Tornadoes are vertical funnels of rapidly spinning air. Like tsunami, tornadoes are really dangerous to people. This reading passage contains general information of tornadoes. Let's read!!

Click ▷ http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/natural-disasters/tornado-profile/

- After You Read -

Q1. When a tornado create a horizontal spinning effect within a storm cell?

Q2. How fast tornadoes move?

Hawaiian Loco Moco - Hawaii's Feel Good Food

- Before you Read -

Loco Moco (loh-koo moh-koo) is Hawaii's original homemade fast food. Loco Moco is also a kind of rich dishes. This reading passage has general information about Loco Moco and the recipe of it. Let's read!!

Click ▷ http://whatscookingamerica.net/History/LocoMocoHistory.htm

- After You Read -

It the statement is true, write T in the blank, if not, write F in the blank.

Q1. Loco Moco is served in upscale hotels and restaurants of Hawaii. ( )

Q2. When making Loco Moco, you have to choose sunnyside-up egg. ( )

Metropolitan Museum of Art - New York City

- Before You Read -

What is the metropolitan? In New York City, there is a famous metropolitan museum. Actually, the concept of metropolitan is quite difficult to understand. This reading passage contains information about metropolitan museum. There are 2 websites. Let's read.

Click ▷ http://famouswonders.com/metropolitan-museum-in-new-york-city/

Click ▷ http://www.pps.org/great_public_spaces/one?public_place_id=58

- After You Read -

Q1. Why metropolitan museum works?

Q2. What makes metropolitan museum steps a great place?

Orsay Museum - Paris

- Before You Read -

Orsay museum is also one of the famous museums in the world. Even if we already know some information about Orsay museum after reading our textbook, this reading passage provides us more specific information of it. Let's read.

Click ▷ http://www.parispass.com/paris-attractions/The-Orsay-Museum.html

- After You Read -

Write down T if it is true, F if it is not true.

Q1. The Orsay museum is originally designed as a train station. ( )

Q2. How can we visit Orsay museum for free? ( )

http://www.aviewoncities.com/paris/garedorsay.htm

One of the world's oldest museums - British Museum

- Before You Read -

British museum in London, comprehensive national museum with particularly outstanding holdings in archaeology and ethnography. It is located in the Bloomsbury district of the borough of Camden. This reading passage provides us general information of British museum. Let's read.

Click ▷ http://www.timeout.com/london/venue/166/british-museum

- After You Read -

Q1. When original naturally history collection books were transferred to other museum?

Frankenstein - by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

- Before You Read -

Frankenstein is the most horrible character created by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley. Have you read the novel, Frankenstein? What is the plot of the story? Do you like to read this kind of novel? This reading passage is about the summary of the novel. Let's read!!

Click ▷ http://www.cliffsnotes.com/WileyCDA/LitNote/Frankenstein.id-112.html

- After You Read -

(Pair work) After reading the passage, rewrite the ending of this story with your partner.

George Orwell - Big brother is watching your house

- Before You Read -

Do you know that Big Brother is always watching your house? Who is the Big Brother? What is the meaning of Big Brother? Than, what that sentence means? This reading passage has an answer for that. Let's read!!

Click ▷ http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23391081-george-orwell-big-brother-is-watching-your-house.do

- After You Read -

Q1. What is the meaning of that sentence, Big Brother is watching your house?

Q2. What do you think about the CCTV cameras that is watching you?

Who is Sherlock Holmes?

- Before You Read -

Sherlock Holmes is the most famous detective in the world. However, there are some mysterious stories about Sherlock Holmes. Was he real? This reading passage contains information of Sherlock Holmes and about his existence. Let's read the passage.

Click▷ http://www.sherlockpeoria.net/Who_is_Sherlock/WhoIsSherlock.html

- After You Read -

Q1. When did Sherlock Holmes start his career and where?

Q2. Who was Sherlock Holmes?

What is El Niño? - Southern Oscillation

- Before You Read -

" During an El Niño, the physical relationships between wind, ocean currents and biosphere break down into destructive patterns." According to the passage, El Niño is another nature disaster that we have to pay attention to. Let's read the articles.

Click ▷ http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/Features/ElNino/

Climate change : Global warming

- Before You Read -

Global warming is the worst nature disaster these days. We have to notice this disaster and find out the solutions. This reading passage contains general information of global warming. And you can see a short video clip about global warming.

Click ▷ http://library.thinkquest.org/CR0215471/global_warming.htm

Click ▷ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJAbATJCugs

- After You Read -

Q1. What are greenhouse gasses?

Q2. What causes global warming?

Deserts and Desertification

- Before You Read -

Desertification refers to both the spreading of current deserts and the degradation of land in areas of low rainfall. Actually, Korea seems to be far from desertification. However, Korea is also closely related to this nature disaster. Let's read!!

Click ▷ http://www.globaleducation.edna.edu.au/globaled/go/pid/2006

- After You Read -

Q1. What is the difference between desert and desertification?

Q2. What are the consequences of desertification?

Tsunamis; Killer waves

- Before You Read -

This year, because of Japan's tsunami, the world has shocked for a while. What is the tsunami? Why tsunami happens? Is Korea safe from tsunami? Tsunami is called Killer waves. Let's read the reading passage in order to find out information of tsunami.

Click ▷ http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/natural-disasters/tsunami-profile/?source=A-to-Z

- After You Read -

Q1. What makes tsunami ?

Q2. What is the best defense against the tsunami for people?

Asian Dust in Korea

- Before You Read -

Every spring, Yellow dust comes to Korea and it affects a lot our society in bad ways. The picture above was taken on March, Seoul. This reading passage contains brief information about Yellow dust, Asian dust, in Korea. Let's read!!

Click ▷ http://web.kma.go.kr/eng/weather/asiandust/intro.jsp

- After You Read -

After reading this passage, talk with your friends about Asian dust in Korea.

What is Curry?

- Before You Read -

Curry is very famous cuisine in Korea. People usually enjoy making Curry and also buying instant curry powder to make it faster. Curry is very popular food. This reading passage contains general information of Indonesian Curry. Let's read.

Click ▷ http://www.spicingout.com/2011/03/what-is-curry/

- After You Read -

Q1. How does Curry taste?

Q2. What is the Curry leaf? give brief explanation below.

The Dosa - An Indian Breakfast in Chennai

- Before You Read -

Have you heard about an Indian breakfast Dosa? Dosa is also a kind of rice dishes in the world. This reading passage contains short information of Dosa and also a recipe of making Dosa. Let's read!

Click ▷ http://www.suite101.com/content/the-dosa-an-indian-breakfast-in-chennai-a83574


Click ▷ http://www.surfindia.com/recipes/masala-dosa.html

- After You Read -

Q1. According to the reading passage 1, where can we find authentic Dosa?

Q2. For Masala Dosa, what is the different thing compared to original one?

Sushi - the most famous Japanese dish

- Before You Read -

Sushi is the most famous Japanese dish outside of Japan, and one of the most popular dishes among the Japanese themselves. This reading passage contains

information of sushi and below, you can see short video clip about how to make

sushi.

Click ▷ http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2038.html

* How to make sushi? -youtube

Click ▷ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPMaid87Es0

- After You Read -

Q1. How can we define sushi? And how many types of sushi in the reading passage?

Q2. What is the Chirashi ?

Making Risotto - How to make risotto

- Before You Read -

Risotto, one of the Italian dishes that cooked with rice, is familiar with us. We can eat and cook

this dish quite easily. This reading article shows how to cook Risotto in Italian way. Let's read!!

Click ▷ http://italianfood.about.com/od/tipstricks1/a/aa091697.htm

- After You Read -

Q1. What kind of rice do we have to choose when we want to make Risotto?

Q2. How many steps in making Risotto recipe?