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CBE 2.07 | What’s happening on Pukapuka Island? | Language focus: when to use ‘the’ and ‘a’

Oct 12, 2021

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Pukapuka Island in the South Pacific Ocean is a remote atoll with beautiful beaches and a small population of 785.

The islanders on Pukapuka refer to their main villages by alternative names that represent different countries, such as Japan, the United States, and Holland.

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The Remote Atoll of Pookapooka

Pookapooka is a remote atoll in the South Pacific Ocean, known for its beautiful beaches and natural landscapes. It is the most remote part of the Cook Islands and has a very small population of 785. The atoll covers a land area of 3 square kilometers. Despite its isolation, many travelers consider Pookapooka worth visiting.

Introduction

2min

The Mystery of Pookapooka

1min

The Most Remote Part of the Cook Islands

6min

The Islanders Refer to the Villages

3min

The Mystery of Puka Puka

3min

The Bones of a Dog

5min

The Mystery of the Fossil Dog of Pukapuka

3min

Welcome to another episode of our Coffee Break English course! This time, we hear from Matthew in Australia. He tells us about a mystery on Pukapuka island, and we focus on using articles.

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