Examination card #1

1. Reading

Match the headlong (A-H) to the paragraphs (1- 6). There are two heading that you don’t need to use.

Imune system-boosting foogs for winter

Winter brings colder temperatures and shorter days, and , unfortunately, it usually means more sick days, too. To limit exposure to illness, some may get a flu shot, take a multi-vitamin or wash their hands more often. There are simple additions you can make to your diet that also could boost your immune system.

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While berries are quite popular during the summer when they are in season, they also can provide health benefits in colder weather. Doctors recommend them because they are naturally high in vitamin C. add your favourite variety to oatmeal, yoghurt, smoothies, pancakes and muffins.

2. ________

Making yoghurt a part of your daily meals is another good way to boost your immune system. It’s good source of vitamin A, protein and zinc, not to mention healthy bacteria that potentially protect your digestive tract from disease-causing germs. Yoghurt makes a great afternoon snack, or use it as a fruit dip or in a smoothie.

3. ________

Give your immune system a boost in winter with a bit of honey. Used as an antibiotic for centuries, it helps prevent bacterial growth. Add some honey to your hot tea or spread on a piece of wheat toast. It is also a tasty addition to plain yoghurt or drizzled on oatmeal.

4. _________

Hot tea is a standard beverage for many people, especially during colder weather. Hot tea may help our bodies ward off infections. Not only that, but as an added bonus, drinking tea will help keep us hydrated.

5. ________

A very popular winter spice, cinnamon also delivers some key health benefits. Cinnamon contains essential oils that may help reduce the amount of time we spend getting over a cold or the flu. Sprinkle some cinnamon on rice pudding, add to curries or sprinkle over honey drizzled on wheat toast.

6. _________

Studies show that turmeric may help fight infections, reduce inflammation and treat digestive .Typically found as a bright yellow powder, this immune system booster is often used in Asian curry dishes. You also can add it to egg salad, salad dressings or steamed cauliflower.

Boost – підвищувати ginger- імбир

Cinnamon – кориця sip – пити маленькими ковтками

Exposure – піддавання зовнішньому впливу turmeric - куркума

Inflammation - запалення

A Make room of mushrooms E be berry good

B Sip something warm F Don’t forget the dairy

C Add some sweetness G increase the Flavor

D Get spicy H Add a dash of ginger

II. Use of language

For questions 1–6, read the text below and decide which answer (A, B, C or D) best fits each gap.

I (1) ..... took an elderly man on a wildlife safari in South America. He had obviously not read the brochure because he thought that we would be shooting the animals. I had a lot of trouble trying to (2) ..... him that we were only there to (3) ..... them. (4) ....., some people take all the wrong equipment with them. You get people going on safari covered in gold jewelers and (5) ..... two huge suitcases filled with fashionable clothes. The luggage has to be taken along on the expedition, so I (6) ..... them to take one bag only. Being a tour guide is not as simple as it seems. However, it certainly does have its memorable moments.

1.	A lastly	B occasionally
2.	A convince	B prove
3.	A look	B observe
4.	A In addition	B Therefore
5.	A holding	B carrying
6.	A let	B allow