
- •Vocabulary
- •II. Complete the sentences with one of the following words.
- •Climate and weather
- •Vocabulary
- •II. Fill in the gaps with the missing words.
- •Constitution and government
- •Vocabulary
- •I. Choose the words from the box to complete the sentences.
- •II. Write the opposites. You can find the words in the story.
- •England
- •Places of interest
- •Vocabulary
- •I. Choose the words from the box to complete the sentences.
- •II. Draw a line to connect the words that go together.
- •Scotland
- •Places of interest
- •Vocabulary
- •Comprehension
- •II. Complete the sentences with the missing words.
- •History
- •Places of interest
- •Vocabulary
- •Comprehension
- •II. Match the words.
- •Northern ireland
- •History
- •Vocabulary
- •I. Fill in the blanks with the worlds from the box.
- •Greater london
- •Vocabulary
- •Comprehension
- •II. Understanding the main idea. Circle the letter of the best answer.
- •Westminster abbey
- •Vocabulary
- •Comprehension
- •II. Scanning for details.
- •The houses of parliament
- •Vocabulary
- •I. Fill in the words from the box to complete the sentences.
- •Comprehension
- •II. Scan for the details and fill in the missing words.
- •Supplementary information the english language
- •English literature
- •Theatre
Vocabulary
I. Fill in the gaps with the words from the box.
Queen of Scots |
English |
Scottish |
poet |
whisky |
throne |
Gaelic |
Crown |
Edinburgh |
kilt |
1. The capital of Scotland is ____________.
2. The languages spoken in Scotland are English and ______________.
3. Scotland's economy includes agriculture, mining, and __________distilling.
4. Scottish pound, equal in value to the ___________ pound.
Many stores in England do not accept __________ pounds.
In 1567 Mary, _________, was forced to abdicate her throne.
Her son James /1566-1625/ ascended to the English __________.
He brought the two countries together under one _____________.
A is a knee-length tartan skirt worn by the Highlanders of Scotland.
Robert Burns is the national _____________ of Scotland.
Comprehension
II. Complete the sentences with the missing words.
In the 18th century Edinburgh became an i ______ capital of Europe.
The Golden _______ included such literary figures as Robert Burns and Sir Walter Scott.
The Castle-Fortress /1076/ dominates the city from atop _________ Rock.
The Castle has been occupied by both Scottish and ___________ rulers.
The Honours of Scotland are ________ than the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London.
New Town is characterised by G ________________ architecture.
Princes Street marks the division between the old and _____________.
The Edinburgh International Festival takes ______ the last two weeks in August.
The Military Tattoo, staged by _________ regiments is one of the most spectacular events.
10. Edinburgh Zoo is one of the finest zoos in __________.
WALES
Things to Know
Area: 8,019 square miles.
Population: 2,857,000
Capital: Cardiff
Language: English and Welsh.
Economy: Agriculture, manufacturing, engineering. Beef and dairy cattle, sheep.
History
Wales had its beginnings in the 6th century. The Anglo-Saxons called Britain's Celtic inhabitants Wealhs /Foreigners/. Wales remained independent until the 13th century. England's Edward I overcame the last princes of Wales in 1283. He built his castles to subdue the Welsh and gave his son Edward /1284-1327/ to the nation as Prince of Wales.
The Welsh Tudor line to the English throne /1485-1603/ assured Welsh-English unity. The Welsh representatives were sent to the London Parliament. Since this time England and Wales have legally been one. Nonetheless, strong regional sentiments characterize this proud principality.
Places of interest
Cardiff has been the country's capital only since 1955. It is a major coal-shipping port and manufacturing center. Visitors enjoy the broad tree-lined streets, National Museum of Wales, Civic Center and City Hall, the Cardiff Market and the New Theatre.
National Museum of Wales has exhibits on archeology, botany, zoology, industry and art.
Cardiff Castle, dating from 1093, occupies the site of an earlier Roman fort. It has its original well-preserved keep.
Beaumaris on Anglesey Island is among the prettiest towns in Wales. Beaumaris Castle was built in 1295 by Edward I to guard he straight separating Anglesey Island from the rest of Wales.
Caernarfron is a peaceful resort. Caernarfon Castle dominates the town. The first English Prince of Wales, Edward II was born in Caernarfon in 1284. His investiture at the castle in 1301 began the tradition that extends through the investiture of Prince Charles in 1969. Snowdon Mountain Railway operates coal-fired steam locomotives, which clime the 4 miles to the summit of Snowdon.
Dolgellau is a good center for walking or pony trekking. More challenging are possible climbs up Cader Idris, the 3,000-foot mountain that dominates the skyline of Dolgellau. Visitors are warned of the myth attached to the mountain: Whoever spends the night on Cader Idris risks waking the next day mad or a poet.
Harlech is known for its Castle. Harlech Castle was built by Edward I as a stronghold. It was the last Welsh castle to fall to the English.
Laugharne is best known as a home of writer Dylan Thomas /1914-1953/. Many contend that the town served as a model for Under Milk Wood. Dylan Thomas' Boat House was the riverside home of the poet for 16 years. An audiovisual presentation tells about the poet.
Llandudno is a large resort. The statue of Lewis Carroll /l832-98/ recalls that the author often came to Llandudno to visit the Liddells and their daughter Alice, for whom he wrote his best known story.
Llangollen is well known among music lovers as the site of the International Musical Eisteddfod, held since 1947. Every July folk singers and dancers from around the world compete here.
Swansea is metallurgical center of Wales. This second largest city of Wales is the site of the University College of Swansea, the Glynn Vivian Art gallery and the Royal Institution of South Wales.
Wrexham is the industrial center of Northern Wales. St. Giles' Church rises above the city. The church is known for its iron gates. In the churchyard lies the tomb of Elihu Yale /1648-1721/, the merchant who founded the American University that bears his name.