Задание 12 на подготовку к ЕГЭ по английскому. В тексте имеются пропуски слов. Для каждого пропуска даны несколько вариантов. Определите, какой вариант верный.
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The United Kingdom consists of several parts: Wales, England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Scotland is on / at / in / about the north of the UK. It is washed by the North Sea, Atlantic Ocean, the North Channel and Irish Sea. Scotland is not yet / only / just / simply on Great Britain, it includes more than 790 smaller islands. For the moment less than 90 islands are inhabited.
The population of this country is about 5 million people. The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh. It is also / and / nevertheless / too the country’s financial centre. Numerous finance firms are based there. But the widest / tallest / nevertheless / largest city is Glasgow. Its population counts about 600 thousand people, so that means that one-eighth of the whole country lives in this city.
‘Scotland’ comes from ‘Scoti’, the Latin name for the Gaels who settled there first.
There are three official languages in Scotland they are English, Scots and Scottish Gaelic. Scottish English is something between / among / amidst / through British English and Scots.
The climate of Scotland is temperate and oceanic, but it is always very changeable. Though / due to / in spite of / thus the fact that it is warmed by the Gulf Stream from the Atlantic Ocean, Scotish winters are much milder than those in areas on similar latitudes such as the Moscow region, the Kamchatka Peninsula, the southern part of Scandinavia etc. Nevertheless, the temperature in Scotland is usually smaller / shorter / colder / lower than in other parts of the United Kingdom. In the coldest winter of 1985 the temperature recorded in the Grampian Mountains was –27.2 °C.
The United Kingdom consists of several parts: Wales, England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Scotland is in the north of the UK. It is washed by the North Sea, Atlantic Ocean, the North Channel and Irish Sea. Scotland is not only on Great Britain, it includes more than 790 smaller islands. For the moment less than 90 islands are inhabited.
The population of this country is about 5 million people. The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh. It is also the country’s financial centre. Numerous finance firms are based there. But the largest city is Glasgow. Its population counts about 600 thousand people, so that means that one-eighth of the whole country lives in this city.
‘Scotland’ comes from ‘Scoti’, the Latin name for the Gaels who settled there first.
There are three official languages in Scotland they are English, Scots and Scottish Gaelic. Scottish English is something between British English and Scots.
The climate of Scotland is temperate and oceanic, but it is always very changeable. Due to the fact that it is warmed by the Gulf Stream from the Atlantic Ocean, Scotish winters are much milder than those in areas on similar latitudes such as the Moscow region, the Kamchatka Peninsula, the southern part of Scandinavia etc. Nevertheless, the temperature in Scotland is usually lower than in other parts of the United Kingdom. In the coldest winter of 1985 the temperature recorded in the Grampian Mountains was –27.2 °C.
1) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
York
York is a historic walled city. It is situated in England where the two rivers Ouse and Foss confluence. Traditionally York is a county town, so, it ___ (HAVE) a rich heritage.
2) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
The city ___ (FOUND) about 20 centuries ago by the Romans. In the 19th century, York became a basis of the railway network and a confectionery manufacturing center. Lately, the city has become a tourist city which is important for its economy.
3) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
For two thousand years of existence the city ___ (CONNECT) with numerous important political events.
4) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
Peterborough
Peterborough is a cathedral city in England. Its population is about 185 thousand people. The distance between London and Peterborough is 118,4 km. The Peterborough stop at the railway station is one of 22 the ___ (ONE) between Edinburgh and London. The city is situated on the river Nene, from which you can reach the North Sea because it is in 48 km of flow.
5) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
The ___ (OLD) cathedral in the city is called Peterborough Cathedral. It is supposed that the cathedral was established in the Anglo-Saxon period.
6) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
By the middle of the 19th century Peterborough ___ (BECOME) an industrial center because of its brick manufacture. But of course now the city’s significance as an industrial city has fallen.
7) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
The situation ___ (BE) better now if the city were closer to London.
Вставьте слово, которое грамматически и лексически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
Manchester
Manchester is a city in England. Its population is about 530 thousand people. The ___ (LOCALITY) authority is Manchester City Council.
9) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически и лексически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
The history of Manchester began with the ___ (ROME). They built a fort there. It was established about 20 centuries ago.
10) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически и лексически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
In 2014, Manchester was ranked as a beta world city, the highest — ___ (RANK) British city apart from London.
11) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически и лексически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
After London and Edinburgh Manchester is the third city in the UK that people choose to visit. It is known for its architecture, music, sports clubs, culture, transport ___ (CONNECT) and a lot more. Moreover, the world’s first inter-city passenger railway station was built there.
12) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически и лексически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
Cambridge
Cambridge is a university city. It is situated on the River Cam which is approximately 80 km north of London. The population of the city is about 125 thousand people and the 30 fifth part of it consists of students and there are almost no ___ (EMPLOY) people living in the city.
13) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически и лексически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.
Everyone knows that this city is home to the University of Cambridge that was founded in 1209. The university has one of the largest legal deposit libraries in the world. The skyline 31 of Cambridge is arrayed by several college ___ (BUILD), a church, a hospital and a chapel tower.
14) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.
Scotland
The United Kingdom consists of several parts: Wales, England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Scotland is ___ the north of the UK. It is washed by the North Sea, Atlantic Ocean, the North Channel and Irish Sea.
1) on
2) at
3) in
4) about
15) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.
Scotland is not ___ on Great Britain, it includes more than 790 smaller islands.
1) yet
2) only
3) just
4) simply
16) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.
For the moment less than 90 islands are inhabited. The population of this country is about 5 million people. The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh. It is ___ the country’s financial centre.
1) also
2) and
3) nevertheless
4) too
17) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.
Numerous finance firms are based there. But the ___ city is Glasgow. Its population counts about 600 thousand people, so that means that one-eighth of the whole country lives in this city. ‘Scotland’ comes from ‘Scoti’, the Latin name for the Gaels who settled there first.
1) widest
2) tallest
3) nevertheless
4) largest
18) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.
There are three official languages in Scotland they are English, Scots and Scottish Gaelic. Scottish English is something ___ British English and Scots.
1) between
2) among
3) amidst
4) through
19) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.
The climate of Scotland is temperate and oceanic, but it is always very changeable. ___ the fact that it is warmed by the Gulf Stream from the Atlantic Ocean, Scotish winters are much milder than those in areas on similar latitudes such as the Moscow region, the Kamchatka Peninsula, the southern part of Scandinavia etc.
1) though
2) due to
3) in spite of
4) thus
20) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.
Nevertheless, the temperature in Scotland is usually ___ than in other parts of the United Kingdom. In the coldest winter of 1985 the temperature recorded in the Grampian Mountains was -27,2 °C.
1) smaller
2) shorter
3) colder
4) lower
Grammar
Put the words in the correct order to make special questions.
is
the capital
of England?
What
got
today?
you
in your
lunch box
What have
of England
does
Where
live?
the queen
you like
most of all?
Scotland
Why
do
How
from
the continent
you travel
to the British Isles?
can
Grammar
Choose the correct question word for each question.
1)
are the British Isles located?
2)
did the history of the UK start?
3)
is the official residence of the British Queen?
4)
is the capital of Wales?
5)
can I get to the Tower of London?
Reading
Match the questions to the answers.
What water object separates the UK from the continent?
When is the best time to visit England?
Why do men wear kilts on their national holidays in Scotland?
What is the highest part of the UK?
Where is the official residence of the British Queen?
Which city is the capital of England as well as the capital of the UK?
Which British city would you recommend me to visit?
It’s their national tradition.
In summer as it’s warm and not too rainy.
Liverpool as it’s small and really nice.
Vocabulary
Match the countries to their location on the map.
Northern Ireland
Wales
Scotland
England
Reading
Read and choose the correct word for each sentence.
1) The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is located on the (southfromnorththe north-west /south-east) of Europe.
2) There are a lot of (oceans (forests and plains/ long rivers/ high mountains) in the UK.
3) The UK includes (two/three/four/five) countries.
4) The British Isles are separated from the continent by (the Black sea/ the mountains/ the Arctic Ocean/ the English Channel).
5) The weather is usually (hot/ warm/ nasty/ bad) in summer.
Reading
Choose the correct words to complete the gaps in the text.
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is situated on the British Isles. The United Kingdom consists of four parts: England, , Wales and Northern Ireland. Each country has its capital. The capital of is London, the capital of Wales is Cardiff, the capital of Scotland is Edinburgh and the main city of Ireland is Belfast.
Great Britain is a country of forests and plains. There are no high in this country. and oceans influence the British climate, which is not too in winter, but rarely in summer. Great Britain is a beautiful country with old and friendly and pleasant .
Scotland
hot
mountains
Seas
cold
England
Northern
people
traditions
Listening
Listen to the weather report about the typical weather in the UK and choose the correct statements. One statement is odd.
The weather in the UK changes very often.
The summer is usually very hot in the UK.
Western parts of the UK are more rainy than the eastern.
The ocean influences the British climate.
Reading
Match the countries to the languages.
Reading
Read the text and cross out the correct answer.
The islands that are the United Kingdom today were invaded by the Romans in 55 BC. After, it was invaded by the Saxons, the Vikings, and finally by the Normans. The English conquered Wales in 1282 under Edward I and the two countries became one big country in 1536. Scotland became a part of Britain in 1602 when the king of Scotland became the King James I of England. The union became official in 1707. Ireland became a part of the union in 1801.
In the 1500s Britain began to expand its empire into much of the world. In 1588, England became the world’s dominant sea power. In the early 1800s the UK defeated France in the Napoleonic Wars and became the supreme European power. In the 1900s, the United Kingdom became less dominant world power. It continued to lose control over colonies and was weakened by World War I. However, under the leadership of Winston Churchill, the United Kingdom was the last western European nation to oppose Germany in World War II and played an important role in defeating fascism.
1) Great Britain was first invaded by Saxons. True/False
2) The Northern Ireland became a part of the UK before Scotland. True/False
3) Edward the I was the king of Scotland. True/False
4) Before the World War I the England was very powerful. True/False
5) England played a big role in the world history. True/False
Reading
Read the facts of the early history of the UK before the Anglo-Saxon period and put the events in the correct order. Use the encyclopedia if necessary.
The British Isles were formed as water levels rise separating them from mainland Europe.
Roman leader Julius Caesar invaded Britain.
The Roman Empire invaded Britain and made Britannia a Roman province.
The Celtic people began to arrive and bring their culture.
Reading
Read the text and cross out the incorrect statements.
The islands that are the United Kingdom today were invaded by the Romans in 55 BC. After, they were invaded by the Saxons, the Vikings, and finally by the Normans. The English conquered Wales in 1282 under Edward I and the two countries became one big country in 1536. Scotland became a part of Britain in 1602 when the king of Scotland became the King James I of England. The union became official in 1707. Ireland became a part of the union in 1801.
In the 1500s Britain began to expand its empire into much of the world. In 1588, England became the world’s dominant sea power. In the early 1800s the UK defeated France in the Napoleonic Wars and became the supreme European power. In the 1900s, the United Kingdom became less dominant world power. It continued to lose control over colonies and was weakened by World War I. However, under the leadership of Winston Churchill, the United Kingdom was the last western European nation to oppose Germany in World War II and played an important role in defeating Hitler.
· In the sixteenth century, England became the dominant sea power.
· Ireland became a part of the union in 1801.
· The English conquered Wales in 1382.
· Scotland became a part of England in 1602.
· The islands were invaded by the Nornams in 55 BC.
· The United Kingdom became less dominant as it was weakened during the World War I.
· Winston Churchill made the country successful again.
Reading
Read the text about British art and literature and categorize the phrases.
There is a huge amount of art galleries and legendary works of famous artists like John Constable and William Blake. Art is an important part of British culture. The UK has a rich history in the literature. Among the British world-famous writers are William Shakespeare, Geoffrey Chaucer, John Milton, J.R.R. Tolkien and J.K. Rowling. The works of William Shakespeare, specifically Romeo and Juliet, is read by millions of people across the globe and it was translated into at least 100 languages. J.K. Rowling is one of UK’s most famous writers the 21st century with her Harry Potter series sold over half a billion copies, named the best-selling book series of all time. The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings both written by J.R.R. Tolkien are also among the top 10-bestselling books in the world.
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Languages the old literary pieces are written in |
The most famous modern writer from the UK |
Genius British writers of all times |
Two best-selling books by J.R.R. Tolkien |
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William Shakespeare
The Hobbit
The Lord of the Rings
Geoffrey Chaucer
Old English
J.K. Rowling
Celtic
John Milton
Reading
Read the text about British culture and fill in the missing words.
Theatre and Music
British traditions of theatre mostly came from and England. The Theatre Royal in Westminster is one of the oldest in Europe, which goes back into the mid-17th century. In the 18th century, there was a growing to sentimental comedies and domestic tragedies. Italian also became very popular during this time. Nowadays music plays an role in Britain’s pop culture. The UK also created several types of dance music such as dubstep, trip-hop, and drum and bass. Among the legendary British are such bands and singers as Rolling Stones, the Beatles, and Adele who influenced on both the British and global music .
electronic
opera
Scotland
important
interest
theatres
musicians
culture
Writing
Put the words in the correct order to make special questions
is
of Scotland
capital
located?
Where
What
official
of the United Kingdom?
of Queen
is the
residence
the best-seller?
book
became
by J.K. Rowling
Which
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Текст:The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is situated on the British Isles. It consists of four parts: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. England, Wales and Scotland occupy the territory of Great Britain. Northern Ireland is situated in the northern part of Ireland. The territory of the United Kingdom is about 244,000 square kilometres, it takes the 75th place among other countries in the world. The population is more than 57 million. About 80% of the population is urban. The capital of the country is London. Great Britain is separated from the continent by the English Channel which is 34 km wide in its narrowest point. The country is also washed by the North Sea, the Irish Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. The surface of Great Britain varies greatly. The northern and western parts of the country is mountainous and is called the Highlands. All the rest (south, east and centre) is a vast plain which is called the Lowlands. The mountains are not very high. The rivers are not long. The most important of them are the Severn, the Thames, the Trent . There are many beautiful lakes in the mountainous parts of the country. The mountains, the Atlantic Ocean and the warm waters of the Gulf Stream influence the climate of Great Britain. It is mild the whole year round. Great Britain is a highly developed industrial country. It is known as one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of iron and steel products, machinery and electronics, chemicals and textile, aircraft and navigation equipment. One of the chief industries of the country is shipbuilding. 7 per cent of the population is engaged in farming. Great Britain is a country with old cultural traditions and customs. The most famous educational centres are Oxford and Cambridge universities. They are considered to be the intellectual centres of Europe. The education is not free, it is very expensive. The United Kingdom is a monarchy and the Queen is the head of the state. But in practice it is ruled by the
elected government with a Prime Minister at the head. The British Parliament consists of two chambers: the House of Lords and the House of Commons. It sits in the House of Parliament in Westminster.
There are three main political parties in Great Britain: the Labour, the Conservative and the Liberal parties. The Labour party with Antony Blair at the head is the ruling party nowadays. There’s no written constitution in Great Britain only precedents and traditions.
Вопросы:
1. What is the official name of Great Britain?
2. Where is the U. K. situated?
3. What parts does it consist of?
4. What is the territory and the population of the United Kingdom?
5. What city is the capital of the U. K.?
6. What is the surface of the country?
7. Are there any big rivers and lakes?
8. Why is the climate of the British Isles milder than that of the Continent?
9. The United Kingdom is a highly developed industrial country, isn’t it?
10. What goods does the British industry produce?
11. What industrial cities are there in Great Britain?
12. What outstanding people of Great Britain do you know?
13. Are there any big educational establishments in Great Britain?
14. Great Britain is a constitutional monarchy, isn’t it?
15. What is the name of the Queen of Great Britain?
16. Is her power limited by Parliament?
17. How many chambers does the British Parliament consist of? What are they?
18. What are the main political parties in Great Britain?
19. Who is the Prime Minister of Great Britain?
20. Which political party does he represent?
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1) The official name of Great Britain is The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
2) The UK is situated on the British Isles.
3) It consists of four parts: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
4) The territory of the United Kingdom is about 244,000 square kilometres. The population of the United Kingdom is more than 57 million people.
5) London is the capital of the UK.
6) The surface of Great Britain varies greatly. The northern and western parts of the country is mountainous and is called the Highlands.
7) There are no long rivers. The most important of them are the Severn, the Thames, the Trent . There are many beautiful lakes in the mountainous parts of the country.
The climate of the British Isles is milder than that of the Continent because the mountains, the Atlantic Ocean and the warm waters of the Gulf Stream influence the climate of Great Britain.
9) Yes, it is. Great Britain is a highly developed industrial country.
10) The British industry produce iron and steel products, machinery and electronics, chemicals and textile, aircraft and navigation equipment.
11) London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Glasgowand Bristol are ndustrial cities in Great Britain.
12)I know many outstanding people of Great Britain, for example, sir Winston Churchill, Margaret Thatcher, writers Shakespeare, Swift, Doyle, Milne, Stephenson, Tolkien; people like Martin Luther King, George Washington, Abraham Lincoln and many others.
13)There are such big educational establishments in Great Britain as Oxford and Cambridge universities.
14) No, it isn»t. The United Kingdom is a monarchy.
15)The name of the Queen of Great Britain is Elisabeth II.
16) Yes, her power is limited by Parkiament.
17)The British Parliament consist of two chambers: the House of Lords and the House of Commons.
18) The Labour, the Conservative and the Liberal parties are the main political parties in Great Britain.
19)The Prime Minister of Great Britain is Antony Blair.
20) He is the head of The Labour party.
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The United Kingdom consists of four countries: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The capitals of there parts are London, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Belfast. The official name of the country is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It’s too long, isn’t it? So usually people call it the UK or the United Kingdom . The name «United Kingdom» was first used in 1707.
The United Kingdom consists of more than 5000 islands of different sizes . Great Britain is the largest island. Great Britain includes England, scotland and wals. it doesn’t include Northern Ireland. The national flag of the United Kingdom is called the Union Jack. English is the official language of the country
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Соединенное Королевство состоит из четырех стран: Англии, Уэльса, Шотландии и Северной Ирландии. В столицах там частей являются Лондон, Кардифф, Эдинбург и Белфаст. Официальное название страны – Соединенное Королевство Великобритании и Северной Ирландии. Это слишком долго, не правда? Поэтому обычно люди называют это Великобритании или Соединенное Королевство. Имя» Соединенное Королевство» был впервые использован в 1707 году.Соединенное Королевство состоит из более чем 5000 островов разных размеров. Великобритания является крупнейшим островом. Великобритании включает Англии, Шотландии и вальс. она не включает Северной Ирландии. Государственный флаг Соединенного Королевства называется Юнион Джек. Английский язык является официальным языком страны
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Великобритания состоит из четырех стран: Англии, Уэльса, Шотландии и Северной Ирландии. Капиталы там частей находятся в Лондоне, Кардифф, Эдинбург и Белфаст. Официальное название страны Соединенного Королевства Великобритании и Северной Ирландии. Это слишком долго, не так ли? Так обычно люди называют это Великобритания или Соединенное Королевство. Название «Великобритания» был впервые использован в 1707 году
Соединенное Королевство состоит из более чем 5000 островов разных размеров. Великобритания является самым крупным островом. Великобритания включает в себя Англию, Шотландию и WALS. он не включает Северную Ирландию. Государственный флаг Соединенного Королевства, называется Юнион Джек. Английский является официальным языком страны
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в соединенном королевстве состоит из четырех стран: англии, уэльса, шотландии и северной ирландии.столицы в части лондона, кардифф, эдинбурге и белфасте.официальное название страны — соединенное королевство великобритании и северной ирландии.это слишком долго, не так ли?так обычно называют это ск или соединенного королевства.название «соединенное королевство» был впервые использован в 1707 году.в соединенном королевстве состоит из более чем 5000 островов различных размеров.великобритания является крупнейшим островом.в великобритании включает в англии, шотландии и Wals.это не включает северной ирландии.флаг соединенного королевства, называется «юнион джек.английский язык является официальным языком страны
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- write the plurals.(10 points)
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- write the plurals.(10 points)
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The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the UK) consists of four main countries which are: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Their capitals are London, Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast.
The UK is an island state: it is composed of some 5,500 islands: large and small. The two main islands are Great Britain (in which are England, Scotland and Wales) to the east and Ireland (in which are Northern Ireland and the independent Irish Republic) to the west. They are separated by the Irish Sea.
The UK is one of the world’s smaller countries(it is only half the size of France or Spain).The UK is situated off the northwest coast of Europe between the Atlantic Ocean to the north and northwest and the North Sea to the east , and is separated from the European continent by the English Channel (or La Manche) and the Strait of Dover (or Pas de Calais).
English is not the only language which people use in the UK. English is the official language. But some people speak Scottish in western Scotland, Welsh in parts of northern and central Wales, and Irish in Northern Ireland.
One can see two animals on British royal coat of arms.One of them is the lion. The ”king of beasts “ has been used as a symbol of national strength and of the British Monarchy for many centuries.The other one is the unicorn. The unicorn is a mythical animal that looks like a horse with a long straight horn growing from its forehead, and is a symbol of purity.
The formal name of the British national flag is Union Flag, but it is commonly known as the Union Jack. It combines the St. George’s cross of England , St. Andrew’s cross of Scotland and St. Patrick’s cross of Ireland. ”Union” symbolizes the union of England and Scotland in 1606,while “Jack” refers to the flag by which a ship shows its nationality.
Vocabulary to the text.
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TASKS AND EXERCISES.
Pre — Reading Tasks.
TASK 1.Practise the pronunciation of the following words. When in doubt refer to the transcription below.
Ireland, Edinburgh, island, northern, Irish, republic, sea, half, size, France, Spain, coast, Europe, European, channel, language, official, lion, symbol, strength, Monarchy, century, other, straight, forehead, symbolize.
[ ‘ailэnd ] [ ‘edinbэrэ] [‘ailэnd ] [‘no:ðэn ] [‘aiэriò ] [ri’pÙblik ]
[ si: ] [ ha:f ] [ saiz] [ fra:ns ] [spein] [ koust ] [ ‘juэrэp]
[ juэrэ‘piэn ] [ tòænэl] [ længwidʒ] [э‘fiòэl ] [ laiэn ] [‘simbэl ]
[ strenθ] [‘monэki] [‘sentòэri ] [ Ùðə ] [ streit ] [‘forid ]
[ ‘simbэlaiz ].
TASK 2. How well do you know the reading rules? Which of the words in each line is the Odd One Out?
[ ai ] island, like, British, combine, size, United.
[ i ] symbol, mythical, Kingdom, consist, while, Britain.
[ o: ] small, horse, horn, formal, northern, Monarchy.
[ ٨ ] republic, continent, some, London, one.
[ a: ] Atlantic, Cardiff, large, half, France, part.
Checking Comprehension.
TASK 3. Make the right choice.
- The United Kingdom consists of
- three main countries;
- four main countries;
- two main countries;
- The United Kingdom is composed of
- 500 large and small islands;
- 550 small islands;
- 5.500 islands;
- Great Britain and Ireland are separated by
- the Irish Sea
- the North Sea
- the English Channel;
- The UK is separated from the European continent
- by the English Channel;
- by the Atlantic Ocean;
- by the North Sea;
- The word “Union” symbolizes
- the union of England and Scotland in 1609;
b) the union of England and Wales in 1606;
c) the union of England and Scotland in 1606;
- The unicorn is a symbol of
- the British Monarchy
- purity;
- national strength;
Vocabulary and Grammar Tasks.
TASK 4. Find the English equivalents to the following words and word combinations.
Независимая Ирландская республика, официальный язык, королевский герб, островное государство, Ирландское море, символ непорочности (чистоты), растущий изо лба, крест св. Георгия (покровителя Англии), символ национального могущества, на протяжении веков, Атлантический океан, Дуврский пролив, длинный прямой рог, британская монархия.
TASK 5. Complete the sentences. Use the words from the box given below in the appropriate form.
| island, to separate, unicorn,
language, size, to combine |
- English is not the only ______ which people use in the UK.
- The ________ is a mythical animal.
- The two main ________ are Great Britain to the east and Ireland to the west.
- The English Channel _________ Great Britain from the continent.
- The Union Flag ________ the St. George’s cross of England, St. Andrew’s cross of Scotland and St. Patrick’s cross of Ireland.
- The UK is only half _______ of France or Spain.
TASK 6. Fill in the missing articles where necessary.
1.___ UK is ___ island state. 2. ___ UK is situated off ___ northwest coast of ___ Europe between ___ Atlantic Ocean to ___ north and northwest and ___ North Sea to ___ east. 3. ___ Edinburgh is ___ capital of ___ Scotland. 4. One can see two ___ animals on ___ British royal coat of arms: ___ lion and ___ unicorn. 5. ___ lion is ____ symbol of ___ national strength and of ___ British Monarchy for many centuries.
TASK 7. Sort out the following words into five columns.
| language | country | capital | sea | island |