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B1 – Intermediate<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rome has a new rule for people who want to see one of its most famous sights — the Trevi Fountain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tourists will need to pay a small amount to be near the Trevi Fountain because there have been way too many visitors who cause problems in the area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The city hopes this change will help protect the beautiful fountain and make the experience nicer for everyone. Residents of Rome do not have to pay this fee. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read the full article here to learn more about this decision and how it will work:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/breakingnewsenglish.com\/2512\/251222-trevi-fountain-fee.html<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vocabulary Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. What does \u201cburgeoning<\/strong>\u201d mean in this sentence? \u201cOne reason for the new measure is to address the burgeoning <\/strong>numbers of sightseers who are flocking to the sight<\/em>.\u201d Use it in a sentence and give a synonym or a similar expression.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. What does the word \u201cambiance<\/strong>\u201d mean? \u201cLarge crowds and people vying for selfies have diminished the ambiance <\/strong>of the historic fountain.<\/em>\u201d Use it in a sentence and give a synonym or a similar expression.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. What does the phrase \u201cfundamental right<\/strong>\u201d mean? \u201cThe mayor said: \u2018We believe that culture is a fundamental right<\/em><\/strong> of citizenship.\u201d Use it in a sentence and give a synonym or a similar expression.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Do you agree with the idea of paying to see a famous landmark? Why or why not?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. How do fees at tourist attractions influence people\u2019s behavior?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Can limiting access to landmarks improve their preservation?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. How does \u201covertourism\u201d affect a city\u2019s culture and daily life?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Share your opinion on this, “Culture is a fundamental right<\/em>“.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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