The things for sale are on the counters. You pay for your things to the cashier and get your change.

Билет № 14(45)

I. SHOPPING IN LONDON

Магазины Лондона

 

1. Read the article and say in 2-3 sentences what it is about.

2. The author describes some department stores that are popular with shoppers. Find this extract and read it aloud.

3. What does John like about shopping?

4. Why is Greenwich interesting to visit?

 

This text is about shopping in London. There are loads of different places to go shopping in London. There are shops where there are lots of bargains, but there are many shops where everything is not cheap.

Ий абзац. Some people like shopping in department stores, the most famous one in London is 'Harrods', but for me, it's not modern enough, and too expensive, the sort of place your parents shop. But just down the road is 'Harvey Niсs', much more up-to-date, but not cheap. The best of all the big department stores is 'Selfridges' in Oxford Street, it's a shopper's paradise, nice clothes, and the prices. Well I can look, can't I?

He likes hunting around for a bargain in the sales.

4.Greenwich is a world heritage site. You can have a walk round the market & shops, & then take in a bit of London’s history.

 

II.

1. What does the first speaker advise to do if you want to lose weight?

2. What is the mistake many people make trying to lose weight?

3. Why is it necessary to exercise according to the third speaker?

Throw away gas or electric cooker and salt.

Many people try to lose weight very quickly.

Whatever you do, you’ve got to move your body as much as possible if you want to lose weight.

III.

Leisure time

 

When we have time for leisure, we usually need something that can amuse and interest us. There are several ways to do this.

People use radio or television or computers. They switch them on and choose the programme they like best. Some people like music. They listen to various concerts of modern and old music, new and old songs and see dances. Those who are fond of sports listen to or watch football and hockey matches. These are the most popular kinds of sports. There are a lot of fans among people. Everybody likes to see skating and dancing on the ice. Radio, television and computer extend our knowledge about the world in which we live. Television and computer helps us to ‘ visit’ different lands, see new plants, animals, unusual birds, fish, insects, mountains and valleys, lakes, rivers and seas.

If you want to go out, there are a lot of cinemas, theatres, museums and clubs where we can spend our free time.

It goes without saying that there are many interesting ways in which leisure time can be spent.

Билет № 15(46)

I. UNIVERSITY CELEBRATES

Университет празднует

 

1. Read the article and say in 2-3 sentences what it is about.

2. The author says how the university was founded. Find this extract and read it aloud.

3. What important discoveries were made at Cambridge?

4. Why is Cambridge University considered one of the best in the world?

 

1. This text is about one of the world’s leading universities-Cambridge University.It has begun to celebrate its 800th anniversary. Cambridge is usually ranked among the top 5 universities in the world for its standard of research & teaching.

Ий абзац. Some of the most important discoveries in history have been made by people studying at Cambridge University. The jet engine was invented there. Scientists at Cambridge discovered the structure of human DNA. More than 80 winners of the Nobel Prize, and 15 of Britain's prime ministers, have been graduates of Cambridge University.

Many students from Cambridge University have become famous for becoming among the best in their fields of work. Authors C. S. Lewis, who wrote the Narnia books, and A. A. Milne, who wrote Winnie-the-Pooh, also studied at the university.

The jet engine was invented there. The structure of human DNA was discovered.

4.Some of the most important discoveries in history have been made by people studying at Cambridge. More than 80 winners of the Nobel Prize, & 15 of Britain’s prime ministers, have been graduates of Cambridge University.

II.

1. What does Sara want to become?

2. How did she find out about the audition?

3. Why was this performance special for Sara?

 

Sara wants to become a famous star.

She found out about the audition from the advertisement in a national newspaper.

This performance was special for Sara because it was on TV.

III.

Belarusian customs and traditions

The roots of Belarusian culture come from the pre-Christian times and have a lot in common with traditions of other European cultures. Traditional rites, music and art elements are widely used in cultural life at present, and they illustrate the connection between the old and young Belarusian culture.

Like other countries Belarus has its own holidays. They are of two kinds – traditional national holidays and religious holidays. National holidays are both – a public celebration and a personal event in the family. The New Year Day is one of them. It is a popular public holiday which is widely celebrated in every family.

The 8^th of March is another national holiday when people show their love and respect for their mothers, grandmothers, sisters and girl-friends. It’s a tradition to present them with flowers and gifts.

One of the most important events in Belarusian culture is Kupalle – a holiday of nature with its roots deep in ancient times and connected with the solstice. The celebration goes through the whole night. This custom shows the importance of traditions in today’s culture.

Билет № 16(47)

I. WORLD DIGITAL LIBRARY OPENS

Всемирная цифровая библиотека открывается

 

1. Read the article and say in 2-3 sentences what it is about.

2. The author tells us about the person who created the library and why he decided to do it. Find this extract and read it aloud.

3. What ways are used to search the library?

4. Why is it a good idea to create such a library?

 

This text is about World digital library. This library lets people see rare items from around the world. The library contains about 1,200 items from 26 libraries in 19 countries.

Ый абзац. The World Digital Library was the idea of James H Billington. He is the head librarian of the USA's Library of Congress, the largest library in the world. Mr Billington hopes the new digital library will be used by young students and teachers everywhere to discover more about the world's cultural history. The library contains about 1,200 items from 26 libraries in 19 countries. An explanation of each item is available in seven languages — Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Russian.

They can enter historical dates, similar topics or country.

4. It is used by young students & teachers everywhere to discover more about the world’s cultural history. The library includes ancient books & maps.

II.

1. How do people call the sign @ in different countries?

2. How did Roy Tomlinson invent email?

3. Does it trouble that he is not very famous?

1. In English people call the sign @ simply ‘ at’; in South Africa it is ‘ monkey’s tail’; in Greece ‘ little duck’; in Poland ‘ little trunk’; in Russia ‘ little dog’; in Sweden it is ‘ elephant’s trunk’ and in Turkey it is ‘ear’.

Roy Tomlinson invented email in 1971, it took him three to six hours.

It doesn’t trouble him that he is not very famous.

III.

Customs and traditions of England

The English are very proud of their traditions and carefully keep them up. One of the most striking features of English life is the self – discipline and courtesy of people of all classes.

There is little noisy behaviour, no loud disputing in the street. Nobody rushes for seats in buses or trains.

The remarkable politeness of the English people is known all over the world. They are never tired of saying “ Thank you”, “ I’m sorry”.

In English homes the fire – place has always been the centre of interest in the room.

Englishmen are fond of gardening. Special attention is given to every bed of flowers, each bush or a tree.

The care of the English of the animals is very touching. As a rule there is a pet in every English home.

In the evening Englishmen go to pubs or to their clubs.

Билет № 17(54)

I. SPECIAL REQUEST TO EDUCATION MINISTER