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Вы услышите 6 высказываний. Установите соответствие между высказываниями каждого говорящего A–F и утверждениями, данными в списке 1–7. Используйте каждое утверждение, обозначенное соответствующей цифрой, только один раз. В задании есть одно лишнее утверждение. Вы услышите запись дважды. Занесите свои ответы в таблицу. Прослушать аудиозапись
1. Chocolate is a necessary part of a human diet.
2. Healthy habits can help to cut down on sweets.
3. You shouldn’t include sweets in your shopping list.
4. Eating chocolate isn’t the only way to calm down.
5. The desire to eat sweets depends on the season.
6. A happy person never eats too much chocolate.
7. It’s easy to substitute chocolate with healthy options.
Вы услышите диалог. Определите, какие из приведённых утверждений A–G соответствуют содержанию текста (1 – True), какие не соответствуют (2 – False) и о чём в тексте не сказано, то есть на основании текста нельзя дать ни положительного, ни отрицательного ответа (3 – Not stated). Занесите номер выбранного Вами варианта ответа в таблицу. Вы услышите запись дважды.
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A. The conversation takes place on Tuesday.
B. Jack knows what kind of present they�ll buy for Linda.
C. Rose knows Linda better than Jack does.
D. Linda follows the latest fashion trends.
E. Linda doesn’t like gift certificates.
F. Linda can’t have a pet because of her mother.
G. Rose and Jack are going to the shop straight away.
What do we learn about Cindy at the beginning of the interview?
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1) She is world-famous.
2) She helps celebrities.
3) She works in the media.
Which of the following is TRUE about the writers’ conference?
1) It’s for young writers.
2) It’s an international event.
3) Julia is the only presenter there.
Second-person fiction makes the reader feel as if they are …
1) solving their problems.
2) talking with a narrator.
3) becoming part of the story.
Mandy loves animals because they are …
1) frank.
2) talkative.
3) easy to draw.
According to Kim, her heroine and she are different in their …
1) backgrounds.
2) public life.
3) personalities.
In Mary’s opinion, what should you be like when you meet a new person?
1) Judgmental.
Patient.
2)
3) Easy-going.
Which of the following does Vanessa say about editing?
1) You should edit at least a third of the original text.
2) It may considerably shorten your text.
3) A raw text is more interesting than its edited version.
Установите соответствие между текстами A–G и заголовками 1–8. Занесите свои ответы в таблицу. Используйте каждую цифру только один раз. В задании один заголовок лишний.
1. Time to spend with your family
2. Types of holidays
3. Different ways of celebrating
4. The origin of the holiday
5. The origin of the words
6. A well-known holiday
7. The importance of traditions
8. A merry farewell to cold weather
A. Easter is the most important day of the year for Christians. In America, Easter means church services, Easter egg hunts, and baskets full of candy. French children don’t get treats from the Easter bunny; they get them from the Easter bells. Easter in Portugal is celebrated with sweet bread called Floor da Pascoa. The bread is usually served at breakfast on Easter morning. The island of Corfu gets pretty messy on the morning of Holy Saturday. Those who live there take part in the annual “Pot Throwing”.
B. Maslenitsa, or Pancake Week, is one of the most cheerful holidays in Russia. It’s a gathering of Russian people to celebrate the end of winter and the beginning of spring. Pancakes are eaten all week during the festival to symbolise the sun in shape and colour. People eat pancakes with a variety of jams, butter and even caviar. According to the tradition, Sunday is the day to convince sins, say sorry, forgive and start anew. One of the most fun and anticipated parts on this day is the burning of Lady Maslenitsa.
C. Traditions represent a crucial piece of our culture. They help form the structure and foundation of our families and our society. They remind us that we are part of a history that defines our past, shapes who we are today and who we are likely to become. They serve as a venue for creating lasting memories for our families and friends. Once we ignore the meaning of our traditions, we’re in danger of damaging the underpinning of our identity. It is a pity but some people can’t even remember the true meaning of the holidays.
D. There are a lot of different holidays around the world. Christmas is a national holiday worldwide and one of the most beautiful and inspiring events in the world. It marks the birth of Jesus Christ as he was considered to be a present from God to humanity. Decorated Christmas trees and children waiting for Santa to bring gifts in winter make it a perfect sight for everyone. It is generally celebrated on December 25 by billions of people around the world. It is one of the most festive times of the year.
E. People all over the world celebrate special days known as festivals or holidays. Some of these days are connected to specific dates, but others are not. The word “holiday” originally meant “holy day”. Many holidays are still religious, but others are not. The word “festival” comes from the word “feast”. The earliest festivals seem to have been connected with offerings to the dead. Food plays a major role in many of today’s festivals and holidays. The Thanksgiving turkey is an example of a traditional food linked to a holiday.
F. The Pilgrims of the Plymouth Colony landed in America on their ship in December 1620. Only half of them survived that first winter. The next year, the harvest in the fall was good. To celebrate their harvest, the colonists and their guests enjoyed a three-day feast. In December 1941 Congress named the fourth Thursday in November as Thanksgiving Day. Many people use this holiday as a day to reflect on the positive things in life and spend time with the people they love. Nearly everyone gets one or two days off school or work.
G. A holiday is a day for celebration when a lot of people are allowed to have days off work or school. Most countries have a designated national day. This holiday usually celebrates something notable in the creation of that country, such as its independence or signing of the constitution. There is no uniform definition of a public holiday around the world. It can occur on the same date every year. In some countries, the date varies from year to year. Bank holidays can mean two different things depending on which country you are in.
Прочитайте текст и заполните пропуски A–F частями предложений, обозначенными цифрами 1–7. Одна из частей в списке 1–7 лишняя. Занесите цифры, обозначающие соответствующие части предложений, в таблицу.
The exact date of Kazan foundation is unknown. According to the opinions of some historians, it was founded in the second half of the 13th century, but other specialists believe A__________. It is located on the banks of the Volga River. Since 1438 the city was the capital of Kazan Khanate, B__________ Russian tsar Ivan the Terrible.
Nowadays, Kazan is the capital of the Tatarstan republic. Kazan is a large industrial centre of the region. It witnessed many important historical events. Kazan is a very interesting city from the architectural point of view. Here one can see old buildings, C__________ to the present day, for example, the Kremlin with different constructions, the Peter and Paul Cathedral, the Marjani Mosque.
The Kazan Kremlin is definitely one of the most attractive places in the city. It is a unique mixture of historical and architectural monuments. The real fortress, with a history lasting through the ages, and its buildings absorbed pieces of Slavic and Turkic cultures, D__________ Muslim and Christian civilizations. On the territory of the Kazan Kremlin tourists will find a complex of old buildings, E__________, sandstone constructions of the 16–18th centuries, as well as some modern museums. Tourists will have a chance to visit a real fortress and feel a breath of ages while walking inside a unique historical monument, F__________ World Heritage Sites in 2000.
1) and in 1552 it was conquered by
2) that the city was founded in 1177
3) which have been carefully preserved
4) that the city has many tourist attractions
5) which were created in the 10-15th centuries
6) taking the best parts of urban planning from
7) which was included in the list of the UNESCO
Прочитайте текст и выполните задания 12–
18. В каждом задании запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.
Philanthropy
Philanthropy is defined as the love of humanity. A modern definition is “private initiatives, for the public good, focusing on quality of life”, which combines an original humanistic tradition with a social aspect developed in the 20th century.
Growing up in this state, I dreamed of attending a college one day. On fall Saturdays at the stadium, I caught a glimpse of the brick buildings and tree-lined walkways. I knew they led to information, knowledge, and a whole tribe of new minds to connect with. When the day finally came to unpack my few belongings in the residence hall, I knew I was finally where I had always wanted to be. My years on campus certainly lived up to the anticipation. The classes, professors, friends, and opportunities created a life-changing experience.
Philanthropy is a critical part of the life and success of the whole local community, and college in particular. As a board member of the Center for Advancement, I have seen firsthand the joy of our alumni and friends as they make a difference in the life of this institution. They are delighted to pay it forward as they understand what college means to them. As a student, one does not always value how much the path was paved by those who have gone before, those who have an ability to give back. Now that my friend and I have made this community our family’s home, we have a much better understanding of how vital the long-term success of the college is for our entire state.
Through my involvement with the Center for Advancement, I truly witness the breadth of areas one can support. This institution is doing incredible researching, educating, and programming in so many areas. And our donors can discover their passion and connect in a meaningful way that goes beyond the dollars given. Whether it is the joy of the written word, the connection to first-generation college students, the atmosphere of a football Saturday, or a desire to support the cure for a hereditary medical condition, our donors become a part of the life of the college.
I have also seen philanthropy directly affect the life of the college from my experience in the Department of Finance. I work with students who have the opportunity to attend college because of the financial assistance they receive from our donors. Continued support has fostered the enhanced facility we work in today which has been reconfigured to remain relevant to today’s needs. The educational experience is much richer because of the generosity of others. Our new auditorium is one shining example that we are proud to support. Not only is this facility a marvel of world-class architecture and programming, it also strives to make the arts accessible to all citizens. These experiences spark curiosity and imagination in audiences, young and old, to remind us what it means to be alive in this era of technology and separation.
Different funds provide a real-life working experience that is as relevant as any internship. Through philanthropy, students and faculty are able to use technology that could not be supported with tuition dollars. Private gifts also allow us to assist our faculty, who are the life of the institution, and provide our students a top-notch education.
Every dollar of support to the university today replays itself over and over as successive generations of learners have an opportunity to develop the skills they need to save lives, shape minds, and transform our future. One of the values we hope to instill in our children is the understanding of the value of giving back.
The author’s childhood dream was to …
1) enter a college.
2) change her life.
3) leave the state she grew up in.
4) visit a college campus.
Disabling in Paragraph 4 (“The thought was disabling.”) most probably means…
1) hurting.
2) paralyzing.
3) encouraging.
4) exciting.
The word “daunting” in “ … a daunting task” (paragraph 3) is closest in meaning to …
1) extremely easy.
2) impossible.
3) discouraging.
4) comfortable.
What is the author’s opinion on multitasking?
1) You can’t save time multitasking.
2) It’s a good idea for busy people.
3) Making a plan helps multitask.
4) It decreases productivity.
The reason the archaeological excavations started was the need to …
1) find Merovingian treasures.
2) solve some construction problems.
3) strengthen the basement.
4) prove the story of the site.
Why do companies want people with work experience, according to the text?
1) They mistrust college degrees.
2) They lack personnel for teaching.
3) They can save efforts teaching a newcomer.
4) The job market environment is too competitive.
What is the author’s overall impression of Russia on New Year’s eve?
1) It is very noisy.
2) It is definitely worth visiting.
3) It is too cold in wintertime.
4) The major cities are nice.
Yaroslavl
Yaroslavl is one of the most beautiful and ancient cities of Russia, the capital of the Russian Golden Ring. It __________________ on the Volga River and has a lot of old churches, cathedrals and monasteries as well as museums and historical monuments.
LOCATE
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Now there is a solution to this problem. In 2011 LCD sunglasses __________________. |
INVENT |
Apollo was an oracle and people from all over the world travelled there to learn what the future __________________ for them.
HOLD
Clouds
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Do you like to watch clouds? Many people all over the world |
DO |
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The electrification of the modern world profoundly changed human life, ____________________ the night. |
ILLUMINATE |
Norway ____________________ to be a highly developed country. It is important to mention that now Norway is ranked number one in prosperity index though it stood lower in 2016.
CONSIDER
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Most of ________________ names, as well as the exact number of those who remained at Point Comfort, have been lost to history, but much is known about their journey. |
THEY |
Sketching develops your __________________.
CREATE
This is an important historical ____________________ of Canada.
ATTRACT
The volcano is located in a beautiful national park which is a perfect place for both amateur and professional ____________________.
HIKE
As the islands are home to such an exceptional diversity of wildlife, much of which is found nowhere else on Earth, tourism is very ____________________ controlled to protect the fragile environment.
CAREFUL
Medvedev is known for mirroring his opponent’s play. His playstyle incorporates strong returns with as few mistakes as possible and making games ________________.
PREDICTABLE
1) expected
2) wondered
3) doubted
4) believed
1) in
2) from
3) on
4) for
1) Otherwise
2) However
3) Moreover
4) Therefore
1) review
2) remember
3) reflect
4) remind
1) released
2) recovered
3) realised
4) recognised
1) keep
2) make
3) hold
4) take
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