УМК ин.яз.(английский) БТФ

(Borrowed from http://www.studfiles.ru/preview/1758004/page:4/)

Exercise 1

Answer the questions:

1.What do Englishmen do at the weekend?

2.What can you tell about the weather in England?

3.What are the rules for correct behavior in a public place? Do you know any other rules?

Exercise 2

Which of the following is true:

1.Most people in England work and study a six-day week.

2.Every English person is a countryman or a countrywoman at heart.

3.Sunday morning is the best time for shopping as you can spend as much time on it as you want.

4.The weather in England is not so changeable.

5 When in the street keep to the left.

Exercise 3

Nowadays more and more people are getting interested in customs and traditions of different countries. What do you think about it?

STEREOTYPES AND CHANGE

Societies change over time while their reputations lag behind. Many things which are often regarded as typically British derive from books, songs or plays which were written a long time ago and which are no longer representative of modern life. One example of this is the popular belief that Britain is a ‘land of tradition’. This is what most tourist brochures claim. The claim is based on what can be seen in public life and on centuries of political continuity. And at this level - the level of public life — it is undoubtedly true. The annual ceremony of the state opening of Parliament, for instance, carefully follows customs which are centuries old. So does the military ceremony of ‘trooping the colour’. Likewise, the changing of the guard outside Buckingham Palace never changes.

However, in their private everyday lives, the British as individuals are probably less inclined to follow tradition than are the people of most other countries. There are very few ancient customs that are followed by the majority of families on special occasions. The country has fewer local parades or processions with genuine folk roots than most other countries have. The English language has fewer sayings or proverbs that are in common everyday use than many other languages do. The British are too individualistic for these things. In addition, it should be noted that they are the most enthusiastic video-watching people in the world - the very opposite of a traditional pastime!

There are many examples of supposedly typical British habits which are simply not typical any more. For example, the stereotyped image of the London

‘city gent’ includes the wearing of a bowler hat. In fact, this type of hat has not been commonly worn for a long time. Food and drink provide other examples. The traditional ‘British’ (or ‘English’) breakfast is a large ‘fry-up’ preceded by cereal with milk and followed by toast, butter and marmalade all washed down with lots of tea. In fact, only about 10% of the people in Britain actually have this sort of breakfast. Two-thirds have cut out the fry-up and just have the cereal, tea and toast. The rest have even less. What the vast majority of British people have in the mornings is therefore much closer to what they call a ‘continental’ (i.e. European) breakfast: than it is to a ‘British’ one. The image of the British as a nation of teadrinkers is another stereotype which is somewhat out of date. It is true that it is still prepared in a distinctive way (strong and with milk), but more coffee than tea is now bought in the country’s shops. As for the tradition of afternoon tea with biscuits, scones, sandwiches or cake, this is a minority activity, largely confined to retired people and the leisured upper-middle class (although preserved in tea shops in tourist resorts).

Even when a British habit conforms to the stereotype, the wrong conclusions can sometimes be drawn from it. The supposed British love of queuing is an example. Yes, British people do form queues whenever they are waiting for something, but this does not mean that they enjoy it. It would therefore seem wrong to conclude that their habit of queuing shows that the British are a patient people. Apparently, the British hate having to wait and have less patience than people in many other countries.

(Borrowed from Михалева, Е.П. Горизонты. Практика устной и письменной речи английского языка / Е.П. Михалева и др. - Мн.: Лексис,

2004. - 234с.)

Exercise 1

Define whether the statements are TRUE or FALSE.

1.Stereotypes drawn from old books and songs are not always true of modern life.

2.Britain is no longer a ‘land of tradition’.

3.In their private everyday lives, the British follow tradition like people of most other countries.

4.The British like a substantial breakfast and a lot of tea.

5.The British are a patient people.

(Borrowed from Михалева, Е.П. Горизонты. Практика устной и письменной речи английского языка / Е.П. Михалева и др. - Мн.: Лексис,

2004. - 234с.)

Exercise 2

Complete the sentences:

1.The stereotyped image of the London ‘city gent’ includes ….

2.The traditional ‘British’ (or ‘English’) breakfast is ….

3.What the vast majority of British people have in the mornings is ….

4.As for the tradition of afternoon tea with biscuits, scones, sandwiches or

cake ….

5.British people do form queues whenever they are waiting for something,

but …

(Borrowed from Михалева, Е.П. Горизонты. Практика устной и письменной речи английского языка / Е.П. Михалева и др. - Мн.: Лексис,

2004. - 234с.)

Exercise 3

Answer the questions:

1.Do you agree that Britain is a ‘land of tradition’?

2.How has the life of British people changed with the time?

3.What are the examples of supposedly typical British habits which are simply not typical any more?

TRAVEL ADVICE FOR TOURISTS IN THE UK

Smart Pack

It gets really cold during the winters. So if you are planning your trip during this time, make sure you carry layers and layers of clothing. Showers are common throughout the year. And again winters are wetter than summers. So add umbrellas and raincoats to your list. If you are visiting during some other time of the year, an all-weather coat would always come in handy. Of course, a pair of comfortable shoes is a must. Jacket and tie and cocktail dress are required at some of the finer restaurants, just in case you plan to go there. Also some religious sites do not allow shorts or sleeveless shirts.

Transport

London's public transport network is comprehensive and efficient. The quickest and easiest way around is by the underground tube, which covers a large part of the city. Buses reach every city district, trains criss-cross London, the suburbs and the computer driven Docklands Light Railway serves the Docklands. Taxis, pleasure boats and walking are other ways of getting around

Tube

If you are going to be in London for a while, you could buy a weekly or a monthly Travel card. You can buy them for as many zones as you need, but you'll need a passport sized photograph to obtain these. Ask at any underground station about their cost. Mini cabs are a cheaper option and can be hired from mini cab offices or ordered by telephone, but these drivers are not yet licensed in London. So it's better not to accept an offer from mini cab drivers touring for business on the street. But if you have to, agree on a fare before you set off.

Road

An excellent road and motorway network means that the country is ideally suited for car touring. The majority of British traffic signs follow international standards. Drive on the left and overtake on the right. The wearing of seatbelts is

compulsory for driver and front seat passenger. Also for rear-seat passengers, if belts are fitted. You can drive if you have your driving license for up to 12 months from the date of your last entry into the country.

Train

An efficient network of trains makes fast, comfortable and easy travel possible. On the national railway network, services operate frequently to major cities and towns. For long distance journeys, it is really necessary to reserve seats in advance if you are traveling during holiday periods and peak hours. Book once you are here. Most trains have both first and standard (economy) class carriages. Traveling standard class will give you a more than adequate service - spacious seating - some with tables - and use of restaurant or buffet cars serving hot meals, snacks and drinks. Most stations have cafes. Overnight sleeping car-trains traveling across the country are an ideal way to gain a day and save on the hotel charges.

Phone

There are pay phones that accept coins, pre-paid cards and credit cards. Prepaid cards are available in values from 3 - 20 pounds from post offices, shops and some newsagents. Note that hotels often add a surcharge to the cost of a call - check details before dialing. It is cheaper to call direct from a private phone, such as one's home.

Stay

The choice of accommodation available in Britain is vast, from converted castles or historic country homes with low, wood-beamed ceilings to smart city apartments or cozy cottages. If you are thinking of touring Britain over two or three weeks, why not stay in one place and tour from there? You will see a lot more of the local area and it will be far less tiring too.

Tipping

It really depends upon how happy you are with the service. Bills normally include a service charge. Where the charges are not included, it is customary to give 10-15% of the restaurant bill. You may take tips from the following or just use your discretion:

Portage:

50-75p per suitcase.

Taxis:

10-15% of the fare.

Hairdressers:

2 pounds.

Theaters and petrol stations:

Tips are not expected.

Electricity

Britain uses 240 volts. If you have appliances that run on anything different, do purchase a converter. It's available at most hardware stores.

Shopping

London offers wonderful department stores and designer boutiques, while the British countryside is known for its quaint shops and hand-made crafts. Shops are generally open Monday-Saturday 09:00 - 17:30, with many shops and stores staying open till 19:00 or 20:00 on Wednesday or Thursday evenings. Many large shops are open for six hours on Sunday between 10:00 and 18:00, although this is not compulsory and times of opening vary. In small towns and villages, some shops will close for lunch for one hour and there is still an 'early closing day' when shops close on one afternoon a week.

Language

It's England and of course it's English that's spoken here. Welsh is spoken in Wales.

(Borrowed from http://us.makemytrip.com/destination/traveltips/uk.htm)

Exercise 1

Answer the questions:

1.What have you learned about Britain?

2.What tips, do you think, are the most useful? Why?

3.Make up a list of True or False statements. Check your partner.

4.Write travel tips for those, visiting Belarus.

Ideas For Project Work

Make a brochure with safety tips and travel advice for foreign tourists in Belarus.

DO THE RIGHT THING

I moved from Korea to the US when I was 14 years old. The first few weeks were great – everything was exciting and different. Going to the supermarkets was an adventure: the foods were all new to me and everything was so big!

The biggest culture shock for me was going to high school. First of all, I looked different. All the other girls looked so much older than me. They wore make-up and coloured their hair. And I never went to a school with boys before. So the first thing I did to try to fit in was have a perm. I also started wearing makeup, but I wasn’t very good at putting it on. My eye-liner always seemed to smudge and my lipstick was always the wrong colour. I loved nail polish though. I used to wear different colours on each finger. I also got my ears pierced.

I found Americans a lot more open than Koreans. When I ate my dinner in the cafeteria, I always tried to ignore the boys and girls kissing each other over the table. People don’t do that in Korea. I found it hard to eat my dinner! The other thing I found hard was holding hands (or not holding hands). In Korea girls hold

hands with girls, but in America people think that’s really weird. Instead girls hold hands with their boyfriends. I thought that was really weird! I wasn’t cool either. In Korea it’s good to be clever and do well at school, but in America I was a nerd for liking study (and I wore glasses, which made it worse). I found making friends really hard. My English wasn’t great, which made me shy of speaking, but also I didn’t understand the rules of conversation. When people made me compliments like ‘that’s a nice sweater’, I said ‘thanks’, but I didn’t know what to say next. I didn’t understand that they were just trying to start a conversation with me. So, I didn’t have many friends at school.

Exercise 1

Answer these questions about Su-Jung.

1.What did Su-Jung like about the USA?

2.What did she do to change her appearance when she first moved to the

USA?

3. Why was it difficult for her to eat lunch?

4.What were the differences between how boys and girls behaved with each other in Korea and the USA?

5. Why did Su-Jung find it hard to make friends?

6.Do you think Su-Jung enjoyed her time at high school?

Exercise 2

Complete the sentences with these words.

1 If you have a ..., it makes your hair go curly.

2 You experience ... when you go to a new country. 3 If something is ..., it is strange or unusual.

4 A ... is like a restaurant, but there are no waitresses and you have to serve yourself.

5 A ... is someone who likes to study hard. They are not cool. 6 If you ..., it means you say something nice to them.

Exercise 3

Have you ever been to a foreign country and found it strange in any way? Have you ever lived in a foreign country? Write about the differences between your country and the country you visited

or lived in.

If you haven’t been to a foreign country, write about what life is like in your school. Do you think Su-Jung would find it difficult in your school too?

(Borrowed from www.macmillanenglish.com/inspiration)

DISCUSSION

Do you agree or not? Comment on the following statements.

1.East or West, home is best.

2.When at Rome, do as the Romans do.

3. There is no place like home.

WRITING

Write an essay on one of the following topics:

1.The problems of modern cities.

2.The place I’d like to visit.

3.The city of my dream.

BUSINESS TRIP

Topical Vocabulary

To do business

To go on business trip To sign contracts

To represent

Preliminary arrangements Face to face meetings Valuable

Profitable

Luggage

Arrival To fly

A return (roundtrip) ticket A single ticket

To book (to reserve) a ticket To take a taxi

To stay at a hotel To reserve a room In advance Reception desk Receptionist Hotel services

Customs regulations To declare

Passport control For personal use Purpose

Choice Customer

Currency exchange (office) Currency

Extra weight Fix

Foreign

Formal Important Informal Preparation Punctual Sphere Work out Abroad

An invitation

•Read the worlds. Pronounce them correctly and learn their Russian equivalents:

Appreciate – оценить

Approve – одобрить

Arrangement – подготовительное мероприятие Book –заказывать

Casually – соответственно ситуации Claim – претензия

In advance – заранее

Invitation – приглашение Notify – уведомлять

Opportunity – возможность

Premises – предприятие Promote – содействовать

Reception - прием

Sightseeing – осмотр достопримечательностей Solve – решать

Support – поддержать

•Make a list of international worlds and expressions. Learn their correct pronunciation and meaning.

BUSINESS VISITS

Business visits are very important in development of trade relations with countries and companies. Personal contracts promote a better understanding not only in foreign trade but in all spheres of human activities.

Normally businessmen contact-through telephone calls or correspondence. But as the human element is very important they solve main problems more effectively through a personal meeting. During the talks the partners have an opportunity to discuss all problems face to face, to hear out their counter-part’s arguments and to come to an agreement more easily.

Since a business trip is always limited in time, a businessman usually makes all arrangements in advance by phone or by fax. If he goes abroad he will apply for a visa. His partners will support his visa and send him an invitation. They will also reserve accommodation for him and work out the program for his visit. When all these preparations are done and agreed upon a businessman should book his railway or airway ticket. It is better to do it in advance.

It is common for Buyers’ representatives to visit Sellers’ premises for technical or commercial discussions either before or after signing a contract. During this visit the Sellers show their premises and workshops to the Buyers. The latter (the Buyers) have the chance to see the equipment in operation, to be present at the tests at the testing department. If the Seller offers some modifications in the equipment the Buyer can see them, discuss and approve immediately.

The Seller often visit the Buyers’ premises when they have to revise prices or other terms of the contract or draw up a new contract with their customers. Both the Seller and the Buyer can meet to discuss different claims if they appear during the fulfillment of the contract.

It is very important to be punctual in business. If you can’t keep the appointment you should notify your partner in advance and fix a new date.

On formal occasions such as talks, business lunch, a reception a businessman should wear a suit and a tie. During an informal meeting such as sightseeing tour, a visit to a private home a businessman can be dressed casually. It is always best to behave naturally. Jokes and humor are appreciated by businessmen just as much as they are everywhere.

3. Give the Russian equivalents to the following word combinations:

to be limited in time; to make arrangements in advance; to apply for a visa; to offer some modifications; to revise prices; to draw up a new contract; to discuss different claims; to keep the appointment; to notify your partner in advance; to fix a new date; to appreciate jokes and humor.

4. Give English equivalents to the word combinations:

развитие торговых отношений; общаться посредством переписки или по телефону; иметь возможность обсудить проблемы с глазу на глаз; выслушать доводы партнера; достигнуть согласия; заказать номер в гостинице; составить программу делового визита; заказать билет; до или после подписания контракта; посетить предприятия продавца; увидеть оборудование в действии; быть пунктуальным в бизнесе; во время официальной (неофициальной) встречи; вести себя естественно; быть одетым соответственно ситуации.

5.Answer the following questions to discuss the details of the text. Use the text for reference.

1.How do businessmen usually contact?

2.What is the most effective way to solve the main problems?

3.Why do personal contacts promote a better understanding in all spheres of human activity?

4.What opportunities do partners have during the talks?

5.How does a businessman usually make arrangement for a business trip?

6.Why is it common for the Buyer’s representatives to visit the Seller’s premises?

7.Why do the Sellers often visit the Buyers’ premises?

8.What should be your manners (behavior, dress) when you are on a business?

Travelling on Business