
- •1. Complete the sentences with the words from the box.
- •2. Read the text about electric power transmission and distribution. Six sentences have
- •3. Match the words with their definitions.
- •4. Translate the sentences paying attention to the use of the Gerund.
- •Read the text about the difference between ac and dc transmission and then complete the table.
- •6. Look at the words below. What do the underlined prefixes mean in each? Match each
- •7. Rewrite the sentences below using words with prefixes. Do not change the meaning of
- •8. Open the brackets using the correct form of the Gerund. Translate the sentences.
- •9. You will hear now part of a lecture about electric power transmission. As you listen,
- •10. Match each phrase with its Russian equivalent.
- •11. Translate these sentences from Russian into English.
- •12. Translate the text from English into Russian.
- •13. Fig. 2 shows the transmission and distribution of power from power station to
- •14. Mark the sequence of stages using appropriate sequence words (first, then, next, after
13. Fig. 2 shows the transmission and distribution of power from power station to
consumer. The statements which follow describe the transmission and distribution.
Put the statements in the correct order with the help of the diagram.
Fig. 2
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It is fed to distribution substations.
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It is stepped up by a transformer to high voltages for long-distance transmission.
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It is transmitted via the grid to supply points.
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It is distributed to the domestic consumer.
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Electricity is generated at the power station at 25 kV.
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It passes via the switching compound to the grid.
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It is transmitted via overhead or underground cables to intermediate substations.
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14. Mark the sequence of stages using appropriate sequence words (first, then, next, after
that, finally) where you think this is helpful. Add the following information to your
statements and make them into a complete description of the process.
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At the main grid supply points power is stepped down to 33 kV for distribution to heavy industry. |
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At intermediate stations power is reduced to 11 kV for light industry. |
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At the distribution substations power is stepped down to 415 V, 3-phase, and 240 V, 1-phase. |