Family life, education and future career

MODULE I

Тема: Современная студенческая жизнь. Моя семья, биография. Резюме, трудоустройство.

Задание I. Прочитайте и переведите текст.

Задание II. Выберите правильный ответ на вопрос.

 

1. Why do young families want to live apart from their parents?

a) They want to lead independent lives.

b) They don’t like to live with parents.

c) They need freedom.

2. When do they start living independent?

a)...when they get older.

b)... when they get married.

c) …when they enter educational institutions.

3. Why is it not easy to choose your future profession?

a)...because they don’t know what to do.

b)...because their parents insist on their own choice.

c)...because there are more than 2000 existing in the world.

4. Why do people choose the career of a lawyer?

a) The lawyers protect the rights and legal interests of citizens, institutions and organizations.

b) The lawyers get great salaries.

c) The lawyers have a good way of living.

5. What do persons who finish general secondary school do after school?

a) They look for any job.

b) They get married.

c) They enter any higher educational establishment.

6. What do you do after getting higher education?

a) You look for a job.

b) You continue studying.

c) You have a rest.

7. Why do you need to know how to write a resume?

a) Most establishments require a resume before entering institutions.

b) Most people require a resume before inviting you to the party.

c) Most companies require a resume before seriously considering a job candidate from the outside.

8. What is the main aim of a resume?

a)...to help you get a highly paid job.

b) …to help you obtain a job interview, not a job.

c)... to help you be sure in your professionalism.

9. What makes a good resume?

a) They are straightforward, neither over detailed nor too sketchy.

b) They are short, but detailed.

c) They are very long and detailed.

10. How many pages are enough for a good resume?

a) three or four pages in length

b) four or five pages in length

c) two or three pages in length.

 

Задание III. Определите, соответствуют ли данные предложения тексту (True/False/Not mentioned in the text):

 

1. The purpose of a resume is to help you obtain a job. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

2. Persons who finish the general secondary school receive a higher education. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

3. It is not an easy thing to choose a profession. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

4. It is not important to know how to write a resume. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

5. Most companies require a resume. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

6. After the 9th form pupils have to take examinations. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

7. The lawyers protect the rights and legal interests of citizens only. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

8. Most children leave home because they want independence. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

9. Institutions are headed by deans. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

10. Few pupils follow the advice of their parents. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

Задание IV. Выберите правильный вариант. Обратите внимание на формирование глаголов to be, to have (таблица № 1)

 

1. Most children_____students if they enter higher institutions.

a) are; b) will be; c) were.

2. Finishing school____ the beginning of the independent life.

a) am; b) are; c) is.

3. There_____some people who want to lead independent lives.

a) is; b) are; c) am.

4. I_____a family.

a) has; b) have; c) is having.

5. Last century there_____a lot of schools for boys and girls only.

a) are; b) have; c) were.

6. Did you_____a good family life?

a) had; b) have; c) has.

7. The profession of a lawyer____one of the most important in the law-governed state.

a) is; b) are; c) am.

8. Entrance examinations usually______ in July and August.

a) was; b) is; c) are.

9. If my friend______a good resume he will find a good job.

a) have; b) has; c) will has.

10. The purpose of a resume______to help you obtain a job interview, not a job.

a) are; b) were; c) is.

 

MODULE II

Тема: Учеба. Университет. Система образования в России и Великобритании.

Задание I. Прочитайте и переведите текст.

Education in Russia

Citizens of Russia have the right to education which is guaranteed by the Constitution and ensured by the broad development of compulsory secondary education, vocational, specialized secondary and higher education, by the development of correspondence and evening courses, by the provisions of state scholarships, grants and privileges for students.

In Russia there is a nine-year compulsory education, but to enter a university one has to study two years more. School starts at the age of 6 or 7 for Russian children. At school pupils study academic subjects, such as Russian, Literature, Mathematics, History, Biology, foreign languages and others.

After finishing secondary school, lyceum or gymnasium one can go on to higher education. Entrance competitive examinations are held in July and August.

Higher educational institutions are headed by Rectors. Prorectors are in charge of the academic and scientific work. Higher educational institutions train undergraduates and graduate students in one or several specializations. The faculties are headed by the Deans.

Institutions of higher education include: technical training schools, teachers training colleges, universities which offer master’s and doctoral degrees programs. The faculties have specialized councils for conferring advanced academic degrees.

Задание II. Выберите правильный ответ на вопрос.

 

1. Why is education important in the modern life?

a) …because world is full of technological advances.

b) …because it is funny.

c) …because it is guaranteed by the constitution.

2. What an alternative way of secondary education can you choose?

a) …on-line education

b) …extra-mural education

c) …home education

3. What subjects do pupils study at school?

a) Russian, Literature, Mathematics, History, Biology, foreign languages and others.

b) Russian, Literature and Mathematics.

c) Russian, Literature and foreign languages.

4. How long does anyone have to study at school to continue the education at the university?

a) 9 years

b) 11 years

c) 10 years

5. What institutions does higher education include?

a) … technical training schools and teachers training colleges.

b) … technical training schools and universities.

c) … technical training schools, teachers training colleges, universities which offer master’s and doctoral degrees programs.

6. How many universities are there in Great Britain? What are the oldest ones?

a) …80 universities, Oxford and Cambridge are the oldest ones.

b) …90 universities, Oxford and Cambridge are the oldest ones.

c) …90 universities, Oxford and Glasgow are the oldest ones.

7. What does an undergraduate program consist of?

a) … a series of seminars, tutorials and laboratory classes

b) … a series of lectures, seminars, tutorials and laboratory classes

c) … a series of tutorials and laboratory classes

8. How are seminars and tutorials given to students?

a) Seminars and tutorials are much smaller than lecture classes and can be on a one-to-one basis.

b) Seminars and tutorials are much smaller than lecture classes and can be given to a 5 students group.

c) Seminars and tutorials are much larger than lecture classes and can be given to 50 students group at once.

9. How long may a lecture course last?

a) … a year or a year and a half

b) … only one academic term

c) … one academic term or the whole year

10. How long one must study to get Degree of Bachelor of Arts or Science?

a) …three years

b) …four years

c) …five years

 

Задание III. Определите, соответствуют ли данные предложения тексту (True/False/Not mentioned in the text):

 

1. Pupils start school at the age of 5, 6 or 7 and study at school for 8 or 10 years. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

2. The academic year is split into four terms in Britain. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

3. In Russia there is a nine-year compulsory education, and further anyone can go on to higher education. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

4. Lectures, seminars and tutorials are all one hour in length, laboratory classes last two or three hours in British institutions of higher education. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

5. In Russia young people may enter a university without passing entrance competitive examinations. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

6. Higher educational institutions train undergraduates and graduate students in one specialization each one. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

7. Oxford and Cambridge are the oldest universities in Great Britain and world-known for their academic excellence. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

8. University degree courses extend from two to three years. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

9. Higher educational institutions are headed by Rectors. The faculties are headed by the Deans. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

 

10. Students of institutes and universities get state scholarship. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

Задание IV. Выберите правильный вариант. Обратите внимание на формирование времен группы Simple Active (таблица № 2)

 

1. School isn’t compulsory so many parents … alternative ways of education for their children.

a) choose; b) will choose; c) chose.

2. Lecture courses usually … one academic term or the whole year.

a) lasted; b) lasts; c) last.

3) 31 former polytechnics … university status in 1992 in Britain.

a) got; b) get; c) getted.

4. To get ready for seminars and tutorials students … to prepare work in advance.

a) has; b) have; c) had.

5. If an undergraduate … three years of study a university he … with the Degree of Bachelor of Arts or Science.

a) spends, leave; b) will spend, will leave; c) spends, will leave.

6. I am finishing the 11^th form this year. My school years … at the age of 6.

a) start; b) started; c) will start.

7. Nowadays both colleges and universities … courses in teacher training, technology and medicine.

a) offered; b) will offer; c) offer.

8. After finishing a secondary, vocational, technical school or a college, young people can start working or … an institution of higher education.

a) enter; b) will enter; c) enters.

9. After having final formal teaching in the second term my British friend … examinations in the third term soon.

a) pass; b) passed; c) will pass.

10. I … a course on Business English three years ago and I need it again.

a) take; b) took; c) taken.

 

MODULE III

Тема: Страноведение. Россия, Великобритания, США. География, политическое устройство, экономика.

Задание I. Прочитайте и переведите текст.

Задание II. Выберите правильный ответ на вопрос.

 

1. What country stretches over Europe and Asia?

a) Russia

b) Britain

c) America

2. What is the political system of Russia?

a) a constitutional republic

b) a parliamentary republic

c) a monarchy

3. What natural resources is Russia rich in?

a) Russia is very rich in coal, iron ore, copper and nickel.

b) Russia is very rich in oil and timber.

c) Russia is very rich in natural gas.

4. What countries is the United Kingdom made up of?

a) England, Scotland and Northern Ireland

b) England, Wales and Northern Ireland

c) England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

5. Who rules the UK?

a) The Queen

b) The Prime Minister

c) The Parliament

6. What is Britain famous for?

a) It’s the world’s largest agrarian country.

b) It’s the wealthiest country in the world.

c) It’s one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of machinery, electronics, textile, aircraft and navigation equipment

7. Where is the United States of America situated?

a) …in the southern part of the continent of North America.

b) … in the western part of the continent of North America.

c) … in the eastern part of the continent of North America.

8. How many states are there in the USA?

a) fifty-one

b) fifty

c) fifty-two

9. How many years has the country existed?

a) … over 300 years

b) … over 200 years

c) … over 250 years

10. What kind of influence does the United States of America have in the world?

a) little influence

b) no influence

c) vast influence

 

Задание III. Определите, соответствуют ли данные предложения тексту (True/False/Not mentioned in the text):

1. Russia occupies about one-fifth of the earth's surface. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

2. Russia is an influential member of the Commonwealth of Independent States since 1991. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

3. There are a lot of opportunities for Russia to become one of the leading countries in the world. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

4. The United Kingdom is made up of three countries: England, Scotland, Wales. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

5. The Head of State is the Queen, the Queen reigns and rules the country. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

6. There are three main political parties in Great Britain: the Labour, the Conservative and the Liberal parties. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

7. The UK is a highly developed industrial and agricultural country. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

8. The total area of the USA is less than nine million square kilometers. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

9. The value of the goods is larger than those from Russia, Japan and Germany combined. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

10. The United States of America has a little economic, political and military influence on a global scale. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

Задание IV. Выберите правильный вариант. Обратите внимание на формирование времен группы Continuous Active (таблица № 3)

 

1. A lot of countries ____a lot of various problems at present.

a) is facing; b) am facing; c) are facing.

2. The economy of Russia _____the strengthening of its own internal market now.

a) is showing; b) was showing; c) will be showing.

3. The Liberal party_____ the country nowadays.

a) was ruling; b) is ruling; c) shall be ruling.

4. My friends______ sightseeing when we met them near the museum.

a) are going; b) was going; c) were going.

5. The country_____a great number of hand-made things the whole decade last century.

a) was producing; b) were producing; c) is producing.

6. This famous writer _____ in the USA for most of the 1990s.

a) am living; b) was living; c) is living.

7. I___soon______my studies in King's College.

a) was__starting; b) am___starting; c) shall___be starting.

8. The factories ______lot of goods when they install up-to-date equipment.

a) will be producing; b) were producing; c) are producing.

9. What___you_____when we rang you up?

a) are___doing; b) were____doing; c) will____be doing.

10. Russia_____a new economic strategy all next year long.

a) will be developing; b) is developing; c) was developing.

 

MODULE IV

 

Тема: Экология транспорта и защита окружающей среды.

Задание I. Прочитайте и переведите текст.

 

Задание II. Выберите правильный ответ на вопрос.

 

1. What does the term "ecology" mean?

The term "ecology" means: a) nature b) animals c) home

2. What ecological problems does the Earth suffer?

The Earth is suffering: a) problems with noise b) problems of air, water and waste pollution c) political problems

3. How does the railway transport industry impact on nature?

The railway transport industry impacts on nature: a) negatively b) positively c) neutrally

4. How is construction and functioning of railways connected with pollution of natural complexes?

Construction and functioning of railways connected with pollution of natural complexes by a) improving ecological system b) building balance in ecological system c) emissions, drains, waste which may break balance in ecological systems

5. Do electric trains cause any pollution?

Electric trains cause: a) much pollution b) no pollution c) many problems

6. Is Greenpeace a political or environmental organisation?

Greenpeace is: a) a political organization b) a scientific organization c) an environmental organization

7. When was Greenpeace formed in Russia?

Greenpeace was formed in Russia in: a) 1994 b) 1992 c) 1993

8. How does Greenpeace work in Russia?

Greenpeace works in Russia in: a) 2 directions b) 5 directions c) 3 directions

9. What should people do to protect nature?

To protect nature people should: a) study nature b) change the attitude to it c) speak about nature

10. Have the pollution problems received great publicity nowadays?

Nowadays the pollution problems have received: a) great publicity b) no publicity c) little support

 

Задание III. Определите, соответствуют ли данные предложения тексту (True/False/Not mentioned in the text):

 

1. The problem of protecting nature is of no importance today. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

2. The second important problem is wastes. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

3. Another form of pollution that is characteristic of industrial societies is noise. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

4. Railway transport industry positively impacts on nature by building railroads and industrial enterprises. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

5. Railways are environmentally harmful. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

6. Electric trains cause much pollution. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

7. In recent years the pollution problems have received great publicity. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

8. Greenpeace tries to attract public attention to different problems in the world. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

9. Greenpeace works in Russia in five directions. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

10.Nowadays pollution-free engines are being developed. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

Задание IV. Выберите правильный вариант. Обратите внимание на формирование времен группы Perfect Active (таблица № 4)

 

1. In recent years the pollution problems _______ great publicity.

a) has received; b) will have received; c) have received.

2. Non-political environmental organisation Greenpeace ______ widespread trust and support.

a) have gained; b) had gained; c) has gained.

3. Politicians ______ the problem of global warming until 2010.

a) have solved; b) will not have solved; c) will have not solved.

4. In ten years' time, some wild animals ________ extinct.

a) have become; b) will have; c) will have become.

5. By the year 2050, the temperature of the Earth ______ a few degrees.

a) will be rising; b) will rise; c) will have risen.

6. Do you think people _______ up using cars in 50 years' time?

a) will give; b) have given; c) will have given.

7. By the time the train finally arrived, we _______ for two hours already.

a) have waited; b) will have waited; c) had waited.

8. In the 1960s people ________ on the streets, but not now.

a) would protest; b) had protested; c) have protested.

9. Do you think we _______ a cure for AIDS by the year 2020?

a) will be finding; b) have found; c) will have found.

10. My mother ________ by air.

a) has never travel; b) have never travelled; c) has never travelled.

 

MODULE I

Тема: Современная студенческая жизнь. Моя семья, биография. Резюме, трудоустройство.

Задание I. Прочитайте и переведите текст.

FAMILY LIFE, EDUCATION AND FUTURE CAREER

In most families, it's a small family group who live in the same house, mother, father and the children before they get married. But if one of the grandparents dies, the other usually sells their home and goes to live with their children. So it's quite common to have one grandparent living with you. Most children leave home when they get married. But there are some people who want to lead independent lives and they find a flat as soon as they start their first job, even before they get married. Of course, the main problem is that flats are so expensive to rent here, and we simply have to live with our parents.

After the 9th form pupils have to sit for examinations. Also they have a choice between entering the 10th grade of a general secondary school and enrolling in a specialized secondary or vocational school.

Finishing school is the beginning of the independent life for millions of school leavers. Many roads are open before them: technical schools, institutes and universities. But it is not easy thing to choose a profession out of more than 2000 existing in the world. Some pupils follow the advice of their parents, others can't decide even after leaving school. Studying to be a lawyer represents the fulfillment of one of my longest held dreams. Whatever I could do as a lawyer to help people who are victimized by unscrupulous businessmen, as well as their own ignorance of the law, would give me a great satisfaction. The duty of the lawyer is not only to punish people for various crimes: from espionage to serial murder and terrorism, but they must do their best to prevent crimes, to fight against evil in our society. They should help those people, who committed an error (broke the law) to find the right road in their life. The lawyers protect the rights and legal interests of citizens, institutions and organizations. I want to help people, businesses to solve their problems, I want to help everybody to know the rules that we all have to get along. I think that the profession of a lawyer is one of the most important in the law-governed state, which we are creating now.

Persons who finish the general secondary school, receive a secondary education certificate, giving them the right to enter any higher educational establishment. Entrance examinations are held in July and August. Institutions are headed by rectors; the faculties are headed by the deans. One has to study in the institute for 5 years. Higher educational institutions train students in one or several specializations.

Then you look for a job. That is why you have to know how to write a resume. No matter what method of job hunting you use, inevitably somebody will ask you for a resume. Most companies require a resume before seriously considering a job candidate from the outside. Resumes are sometimes also required in order to receive a job transfer within a company. The purpose of a resume is to help you obtain a job interview, not a job. Very few people are hired without a personal interview. Effective resumes are straightforward, factual presentations of a person's experience and accomplishments. They are neither over detailed nor too sketchy. A general rule is that two or three pages in length are best.

Notes:

to lead independent lives - жить отдельно

to get married - жениться (выходить замуж)

to enroll - записаться

to follow the advice - следовать совету

ignorance of the law - незнание закона

fulfillment of dreams - исполнение мечты

unscrupulous - беспринципный

higher educational establishment - высшее образовательное учреждение

to be headed by - возглавляться

to commit an error - совершить ошибку

a resume - резюме

in order to receive - для того, чтобы получить

experience and accomplishment - опыт и достижение

neither... nor - ни... ни

Задание II. Выберите правильный ответ на вопрос.

 

1. Why do young families want to live apart from their parents?

a) They want to lead independent lives.

b) They don’t like to live with parents.

c) They need freedom.

2. When do they start living independent?

a)...when they get older.

b)... when they get married.

c) …when they enter educational institutions.

3. Why is it not easy to choose your future profession?

a)...because they don’t know what to do.

b)...because their parents insist on their own choice.

c)...because there are more than 2000 existing in the world.

4. Why do people choose the career of a lawyer?

a) The lawyers protect the rights and legal interests of citizens, institutions and organizations.

b) The lawyers get great salaries.

c) The lawyers have a good way of living.

5. What do persons who finish general secondary school do after school?

a) They look for any job.

b) They get married.

c) They enter any higher educational establishment.

6. What do you do after getting higher education?

a) You look for a job.

b) You continue studying.

c) You have a rest.

7. Why do you need to know how to write a resume?

a) Most establishments require a resume before entering institutions.

b) Most people require a resume before inviting you to the party.

c) Most companies require a resume before seriously considering a job candidate from the outside.

8. What is the main aim of a resume?

a)...to help you get a highly paid job.

b) …to help you obtain a job interview, not a job.

c)... to help you be sure in your professionalism.

9. What makes a good resume?

a) They are straightforward, neither over detailed nor too sketchy.

b) They are short, but detailed.

c) They are very long and detailed.

10. How many pages are enough for a good resume?

a) three or four pages in length

b) four or five pages in length

c) two or three pages in length.

 

Задание III. Определите, соответствуют ли данные предложения тексту (True/False/Not mentioned in the text):

 

1. The purpose of a resume is to help you obtain a job. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

2. Persons who finish the general secondary school receive a higher education. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

3. It is not an easy thing to choose a profession. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

4. It is not important to know how to write a resume. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

5. Most companies require a resume. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

6. After the 9th form pupils have to take examinations. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

7. The lawyers protect the rights and legal interests of citizens only. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

8. Most children leave home because they want independence. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

9. Institutions are headed by deans. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

10. Few pupils follow the advice of their parents. a) true; b) false; c) not mentioned in the text

Задание IV. Выберите правильный вариант. Обратите внимание на формирование глаголов to be, to have (таблица № 1)

 

1. Most children_____students if they enter higher institutions.

a) are; b) will be; c) were.

2. Finishing school____ the beginning of the independent life.

a) am; b) are; c) is.

3. There_____some people who want to lead independent lives.

a) is; b) are; c) am.

4. I_____a family.

a) has; b) have; c) is having.

5. Last century there_____a lot of schools for boys and girls only.

a) are; b) have; c) were.

6. Did you_____a good family life?

a) had; b) have; c) has.

7. The profession of a lawyer____one of the most important in the law-governed state.

a) is; b) are; c) am.

8. Entrance examinations usually______ in July and August.

a) was; b) is; c) are.

9. If my friend______a good resume he will find a good job.

a) have; b) has; c) will has.

10. The purpose of a resume______to help you obtain a job interview, not a job.

a) are; b) were; c) is.

 

MODULE II

Тема: Учеба. Университет. Система образования в России и Великобритании.

Задание I. Прочитайте и переведите текст.