B2 – Upper Intermediate
One of the most intriguing places on the planet would be the
North Sentinel Island. How so? On this infamous & unspoiled island, a unique civilization can be found. This is the home of one of the most mysterious tribe – the Sentinelese.
According to scientists, the Sentinelese have been living in complete self-isolation for almost 60,000 years; thus, they don’t know anything about the rest of the world. They don’t have any idea about computers, schools, or businesses. They have been living on their own, unbothered.
Know more about this tribe as you watch the video.
Discussion Questions:
- Why is it an infamous island? Why is the island being protected?
- How do the Sentinelese people live? What makes their civilization unique?
- Why do you think a lot of scientists want to visit the North Sentinel island?
- If you could visit the island, what would you want to ask the Sentinelese?
- What do you think is hidden in North Sentinel?