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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.
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1. All domestic duties are quite unpleasant.
2. Doing this duty is a way to live green.
3. This domestic duty is a never ending routine.
4. For me this duty is a way to keep fit.
5. You may save money doing this chore.
6. Domestic duties are easier with modern gadgets.
7. This domestic duty can be physically hard.
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. Betty’s brother is six years old already.
B. Betty’s brother likes to play with Lego.
C. Betty loves her job as a babysitter.
D. Betty thinks mobile phones are unhealthy for kids.
E. Betty’s mother has asked her to buy a phone for her brother.
F. All of Betty’s brother’s friends have mobile phones.
G. Paul is going to the mall only to get a coffee there.
Which of the following is NOT true about Alice’s novel Stars?
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1) It’s her debut book.
2) It’s quite popular with readers.
3) It’s published all over the world.
In her childhood Vanessa produced a …
1) newspaper.
2) collection of poems.
3) comedy.
What does Paul say about his creative method?
1) He can easily break the deadlines.
2) He fully devotes himself to his projects.
3) He can offer his client several versions.
Which of the following is NOT among the top priorities of Michelle’s foundation?
1) Climate change.
2) Family education.
3) Women’s health.
What kind of questions does Cindy recommend to ask?
1) Thought-provoking.
2) Trivial.
3) Personal.
When Mandy illustrates somebody’s books, she feels she can …
1) make the world of these books alive.
2) enjoy reading an interesting fairy tale.
3) get some ideas for her own books there.
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. Getting bigger
2. The weather in Paris
3. Why live in Paris?
4. Key facts
5. Becoming stronger
6. Location
7. A rich place
8. The jewel of Paris
A. Paris is the capital city of France. It is situated in the north-central part of the country. People were living on the site of the present-day city, located along the Seine River by about 7600 BC. The modern city has spread far beyond both banks of the Seine. Paris is by far the country’s most important centre of commerce and culture. The area of the city is 41 square miles (105 square km); the population of Paris and its suburbs is approximately 10 million people.
B. For centuries Paris has been one of the world’s most important and attractive cities. It is appreciated for the opportunities it offers for business and commerce, for study, culture, and entertainment; its gastronomy, haute couture, painting, literature, and intellectual community especially enjoy an enviable reputation. It is called the City of Light and it lives up to its reputation being an important centre for education and intellectual pursuits.
C. Paris is situated at a crossroads of both water and land routes significant not only to France but also to Europe. It has had a continuing influence on its growth. Under Roman administration, in the 1st century BC, the original site on the Île de la Cité was designated the capital of the territory. Under King Hugh Capet (ruled 987 – 996), the preeminence of Paris was firmly established, and Paris became a political and cultural hub as modern France took shape.
D. Paris is located on the western side of Europe and in a plain relatively close to the sea. Thanks to the Gulf Stream, it has a fairly temperate climate. The weather can be very changeable, however, especially in the winter and spring, when the wind can be sharp and cold. The annual average temperature is roughly 12 °C; the July average is about 19 °C, and the January average is about 3 °C. The temperature drops below freezing for about a month each year, and snow falls on such days.
E. At the eastern end of the Île de la Cité we can see the cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris. It is situated on a spot that Parisians have always reserved for the practice of religious rites. Like all cathedrals in France, Notre-Dame is the property of the state, although its operation as a religious institution is left entirely to the Roman Catholic Church. The cathedral looks stunning. It is certainly the most famous landmark in Paris, attracting millions of tourists each year.
F. In 1850, Paris had approximately 600,000 inhabitants. It then grew rapidly as industrial expansion attracted a constant stream of people from the provinces. By 1870, the population had surpassed 1,000,000, and by 1931 the conurbation contained some 5,000,000 people, more than half of them living in the city of Paris, the administrative city within the old gates. After World War II, this growth continued, and in the early 21st century Greater Paris had over 10 million people.
G. Paris is not only the political and cultural capital of France but also its major financial and commercial centre. It is a very wealthy city, home to many vast private fortunes, both of French and foreign origin. It serves as the base for numerous international business concerns, and even if large French firms have their manufacturing plants in the provinces, nearly all keep their headquarters in Paris, conveniently close to major banks and key ministries.
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.
Letniy Sad
Letniy Sad (The Summer Garden) is a park ensemble, a monument of landscape art of the 18th century. Letniy Sad is the oldest park in St. Petersburg. The park was founded by Peter I in 1704. The Tsar dreamed of his own Versailles and drew its original plan himself. He planned to create a regular, architectural park with accurate layout and straight paths. Prominent architects and gardeners took part in its creation. The park was supposed to become a place of relaxation, A__________.
Letniy Sad is surrounded by water. Natural boundary of the park from the north and east are the Neva and Fontanka Rivers, B__________. Peter I brought sculptures from Italy for the park and was very proud of them. In the 18th century there were more than two hundred sculptures, C__________, or moved to suburban royal residences and the Hermitage. Now Letniy Sad is decorated with 90 sculptures – copies made of artificial marble.
In May, 2012 Letniy Sad was opened after reconstruction. The reconstruction work had been going on for about three years, D__________ Letniy Sad as it was in the 18th century. Among the new items in Letniy Sad, there is the Archaeological Museum, E__________ during the restoration of the park. Visitors can take a tour of the park F__________ on Sundays.
1. and restorers have done everything possible to keep
2. combining the features of urban and suburban estates
3. which are planned to be the centre of scientific research
4. which contains interesting objects found by archaeologists
5. but later many of them were either destroyed in the flood
6. and enjoy the exhibitions and performances of a brass band
7. and from the south and west – the Moika River and the Lebyazhiy Canal
Which reason to prefer online courses to traditional college classes is NOT mentioned in Paragraph 1?
1) Individual attention.
2) Accessibility of course materials.
3) Financial benefits.
4) Flexibility of schedule.
The expression “get under my skin” (paragraph 2) means …
1) disappoint.
2) irritate.
3) depress.
4) surprise.
Which statement about the use of technology is FALSE, according to the text?
1) Technology gives everyone equal chances.
2) It provides the environment students are used to.
3) We cannot avoid technology, so we should use it.
4) Students should use technology at home.
The author defines the impulse buyer as a person who …
1) loves buying beautiful things.
2) gives good advice on shopping.
3) is eager to spend a lot of money.
4) often shops uncontrollably.
The author thinks that New Year decorations in Russia are …
1) suitable.
2) strange.
3) stylish.
4) cheap.
It is implied that college teachers …
1) have relevant experience.
2) lack technology skills.
3) are paid regularly.
4) may be supported by private gifts.
What is the main idea expressed in the last paragraph?
1) To keep friends one should work on one’s problems.
2) People must have friendship.
3) It is hard to have unpunctual friends.
4) Always tell your friend the truth.
Lies, lies
| People usually want to know the truth. However, it can be hard to understand if a person is telling the truth or a lie. So far scientists ________________ some ways to do it. | FIND |
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Snow and ice ______________________ there because the winds are too strong. |
NOT LIE |
Kamchatka is a great place to enjoy fishing in clean waters of the local lakes and some of the ____________________ locations in the world.
BEAUTIFUL
Where’s our teacher?
One school had a very strict head teacher. Once he ____________________ around the school when he heard a terrible noise coming from one of the classrooms.
WALK
| The journey lasts 1 hour. The train passes through 20 tunnels and enables the passengers to enjoy ________________ at the idyllic mountain scenery. | LOOK |
Rovos Rail
If you dislike travelling by train, you will probably change your mind after trying one of the scenic rides the world has to offer. One of such rides which are ____________________ to forget is the Rovos Rail in South Africa.
POSSIBLE
After a long dormant period, Arenal erupted ____________________ in 1968, covering a vast area of over 15 km in lava, rocks and ash.
VIOLENT
It gives soft and pleasant light which is especially good for people after a ____________________ day at school or at work.
STRESS
The volcano is located in a beautiful national park which is a perfect place for both amateur and professional ____________________.
HIKE
Thus, you will have constant up-to-date readings on the security and safety of the area around you and the neighbouring ____________________. It’s a great tool for any traveller to have.
LOCATE
1) revise
2) review
3) remind
4) recall
Your day in The Blue Mountains National Park will certainly be __________________.
FORGET
1) watch
2) glance
3) see
4) look
1) Nevertheless
2) Moreover
3) Otherwise
4) Although
1) take
2) hold
3) keep
4) make
1) ruined
2) failed
3) turned
4) spoiled
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