Тема урока "Kaliningrad is the western part of Russia"

T: Today we are going to have a lesson on the topic “The historical and memorable sights of Kaliningrad”.

You will speak about:

1. the geographical situation of Kaliningrad.
2. the most interesting sights of Kaliningrad and former Königsberg.
3. the foundation of Kaliningrad (Königsberg) and its 3 small towns: Altstadt, Lebenicht, Kneiphoff.

Now I am going to practise a role play. In the role play you will be different characters, for example: guides, American and Russian students.

Before we start our role play, I'd like to tell you the situation. The pupils from the 1 and 2 rows are American students and the pupils from the 3 and 4 rows are Russian pupils. American students have come to Kaliningrad. A Russian guide is meeting them at the airport.

– Good morning, dear friends. Welcome to Russia. I am happy to meet American students in Kaliningrad. My name is Svetlana. I’ll be your guide. During your stay in Kaliningrad you are going to have a lot of excursions around Kaliningrad, former Konigsberg.

But now as you have been already told we are going to school where you will have lunch and a short rest. Аfter that you will meet with Russians pupils and teachers. They are waiting for you.

– Are you ready?

A1: (American student.)

We want to know as much about modern Kaliningrad and former Konigsberg as possible. We want to see everything and to go everywhere. Will you tell us anything about modern Kaliningrad on the way to school?

Guide:

– Of course, I shall.

(Рассказ гида о Калининграде.)

Enough for beginning. Have you got any questions?

(Вопросы американских студентов о Калининграде)

A2: I have a question. What is the population of Kaliningrad region?

A3: We know that the Free Economic Zone “Yantar” was formed in Kaliningrad region in 1991, was not it ?

A4: What states does Kaliningrad region border on?

A5: As we know, Kaliningrad region includes a lot of towns and villages.

A6: We see that the territory is rather large. Then how many kilometers does it cover?

4. Используя формулы речевого этикета по теме “Making a date”, практиковать диалогическую речь на основе выполнения тренировочных упражнений по следующим коммуникативным задачам:

1) обсудить любимые книги и любимых писателей.

2) обсудить любимые виды спорта.

3) обсудить разные виды музыки и любимых композиторов.

4) обсудить тему “Искусство”.

5) обсудить тему “Театр” и т. д.

Teacher: Imagine, that American students are at our school. The pupils from the 1 st and 2d rows are American students. And the pupils from the 3d and the 4th rows are Russians.

Assignment:

Get acquainted with each other and make a date. Ask your friends about their hobbies and invite them to somewhere (f. ex.: to the party, to the theatre, to the picture gallery, to the concert hall, to the stadium, to the readers conference and so on.

Use speech patterns “Making a date”:

(Составление диалогов.)

Образец одного из диалогов.

R. S.: – Is it your first visit to Kaliningrad?
A. S.: – Yes, it is.
R. S.: – What are you interested in?
A. S.: – I am interested in art. I am not very good at painted, but I try to go to every art exhibition. Besides, I read books on art and collect pictures.
R. S.: – Do you collect books on painting?
A. S.: – I wouldn't say so. I have several books on art, but in general I borrow books from libraries.
R. S.: – And who is your favourite painter?
A. S.: – Hard to say. I am fond of Mallevich, Dali and many others.
R. S.: – I apprechiate your taste. I am happy to inform you that I have got two tickets for the art exhibition. And it would be a good idea to go to the Picture Gallery.
A. S.: – I'd like that very much, thank you.
R. S.: – Shall we say round about 4 on Sunday?
A. S.: – Agreed.

а) Учить связному сообщению об эмблеме Кёнигсберга.

б) Учить учащихся вести беседу о трёх первых городах: Альтштадте, Лёбенихте, Кнайпхофе.

First of all, pay attention to the former emblem of Konigsberg. You could see it everywhere in Konigsberg.

– Do you know anything about this emblem?

A: I know it’s the emblem of 3 old towns, as it seems to me.

B: Oh, yes, Natasha, be so kind, tell our American students about this emblem.

A: With pleasure. Well,

There were 3 small towns before 1724 – Altstadt, Lebenicht and Kneiphoff. Every town had its own emblem.

This is the emblem of Altstadt. Against the silver background you can see a red crown of Czech King.

At the bottom against the red background there is a cross of Teutonic order

This is the emblem of Lebenicht. It depicts a gold crown and 2 gold stars.

This is the emblem of Kneiphoff. The arm in blue clothes holds a gold crown against the background of silver-blue waves. On the left and on the right, on both sides you can see hunter’s horns. In 1724 during the reign of King Friedrich Wilhelm I, three small towns merged into one. That’s why the emblem of 3 old towns was depicted on the emblem of Konigsberg.

What do you want to know about Kenigsberg?

A. S.

1. When was Kaliningrad founded?
2. Where were Altstadt, Lebenicht, Kneiphoff situated and when were the town privileges granted to them?
3. Who was the first burgomaster of K-d?
4. Was Kaliningrad the main fortress of the Order in the east?
5. Why were Kaliningrad bridges known as the classical seven?
В: Well, if you do not mind I shall begin.

(Рассказы учеников об основании Кенигсберга). 

(Рассказы учеников о достопримечательностях Калининграда и бывшего Кенигсберга.)

G: I hope you have had a good journey, haven't you?

7. Подведение итогов.

Read the text and answer the questions:

1. What did Ronald advise his friend to see first of all?
2. What is the museum of Amber famous for?
3. Who was Julius Rupp?
4. What was he famous for?
5. Where is Kant museum situated?
6. When was the University founded?
7. What was the first name of the University?
8. What would you see in Kalinigrad, if you are keen on ancient architecture?

KALININGRAD

– I say, Ronald, I am going to Kaliningrad one of these days.
– You don't say so! I hope you will enjoy your trip to Kaliningrad, former Königsberg.
– Let's hope for the best. I should like you to tell me something about Kaliningrad.
– With great pleasure. I have been to Kaliningrad several times. It is you first trip to Kaliningrad, isn't it?
– Yes, it is. I have never been there before.
– How long are you going to stay there?
– For 3 days. Then we shall go to Moscow for a couple of days.
– I must tell you that there are many places of interest in Kaliningrad.
– What do you advise to begin with?
– The Cathedral, the Concert Hall, the Picture Gallery, the Drama and Puppet theatres are a must. People who come to Kaliningrad always go to the museum of Amber too.
– Do you know what the Museum of Amber famous for?
– Bear it in mind that its unique exposition includes samples of different kinds of Amber, works by modern jewellers, items of art and decorations made of amber.
– I see. Are there any monuments in centre of the city?
– Of course. A monument to Kant which is in front of Kaliningrad University, then a monument to Julius Rupp, a rebellious Königsberg preacher. In 1844 he declared his renunciation of the church. You should see a monument to Shiller, unveiled in front of the Opera Theatre in Paraden – platz in 1910. In 1936 it was moved to the Drama Theatre.
– I'll follow your adviсe. I hear the Kant museum in the Kaliningrad University is worth seeing.
– That's right. The Königsberg University was founded on the 17th of August in 1541 by Gogentsollern. Originally, it was called “Albertina” and had 4 faculties. In 1740, when Immanuil Kant entered it, there were already 8 faculties. The founding of the Kant Museum at the Kaliningrad University is very important for the cultural life of the city.
– Are you keen on ancient architecture?
– Yes, I am.
– If you are keen on ancient architecture, you should see old town walls and towers. Besides don't forget to go to Friedland, Brandenbirg, Rossgarten, Zacheim and King's gates, which met all the requirments of fortress architecture of that time. By the end of the World War I Königsberg was surrounded by fifteen big forts. Fort 3 “King Friedrich III” and Fort 5 “King Friedrich Wilhelm III” are worth seeing too.
– I'll try to remember. Thank you for the information.