中学生の基礎英語 　レベル２　今週の復習・英訳練習

Kota and his classmates are on a field trip to the Outback.

What a long journey!

Yeah, but we’re finally here. It’s my first time in the Outback!

It’s like a desert! And the land is so red.

Yes, the Outback is big and dry. And you can see traditional Aboriginal life here.

We’re very far from any big city, aren’t we?

Yes, we’re almost in the center of Australia.

OK, students, this is Tommy. He’ll be our guide here. He’ll teach us about Aboriginal culture.

Welcome to the Outback!

Tommy is telling the students about Aboriginal culture.

Today, we’ll learn about a famous Aboriginal hunting weapon. What is it, everyone?

The boomerang!

That’s right.

You know boomerangs, Kota?

Yes, we know them in Japan. I made a paper boomerang when I was little. I know that they were weapons.

Here is a traditional wooden boomerang. Originally, Aboriginal people used them to hunt animals. For example, birds and other small animals.

The decorations on it are gorgeous!

Who wants to try throwing one?

In a large field, the students take turns throwing a soft, plastic boomerang.

I couldn’t throw the boomerang properly.

Neither could I. My boomerang didn’t come back.

We all failed. It’s impossible.

Uh, I’ll try!

OK, here’s the boomerang.

Thanks. Ungh!

Wow, it’s coming back!

Hah!

Briony, you threw it beautifully and caught it! That was amazing!

How did you do that?

When you throw it, bend your wrist quickly. Here, I’ll show you my technique.

Thanks!

After the performance of Aboriginal music and dance. The students, Mr. Bennett, and Tommy, the tour guide, talk about it.

Thank you for that wonderful music and dance performance!

Thank you for watching and listening.

The didgeridoos sounded cool all together.

And the rhythm was exciting.

I’m glad you enjoyed it. The last song was about the Earth’s creation. Those songs tell stories of Aboriginal history and culture. It’s important to carry on Aboriginal traditions.

Their performances show us that Aboriginal music is special.