1. Определите, является ли утверждение:

The majority of scientists state that humans are born with an instinctive ability to float in water.

1. ложным

2. в тексте нет информации

3. истинным

2. Определите, является ли утверждение:

In rivers and oceans, all swimmers should respect the power of nature.

1. истинным

2. ложным

3. в тексте нет информации

3. Определите, является ли утверждение:

Water-wings prevent children from floating.

1. в тексте нет информации

2. ложным

3. истинным

4. Определите, является ли утверждение:

Instructors teach students skills that will make them protected, affected, and self-assured.

1. ложным

2. истинным

3. в тексте нет информации

5. Укажите, какой части текста (1, 2, 3, 4) соответствует следующая информация:

Human beings can swim in any body of water permitting free movement.

1. 1

2. 2

3. 3

4. 4

6. Укажите, какой части текста (1, 2, 3, 4) соответствует следующая информация:

During their lessons students can learn various strokes with the help of different equipment.

1. 4

2. 3

3. 2

4. 1

7. Ответьте на вопрос:

What are paddles used for?

1. They help students learn the arm movements of various strokes.

2. They keep the lower body high and flat on the surface of water.

3. They allow swimmers to go faster.

4. They make students’ arms move through the water right.

8. Определите основную идею текста.

1. Competitive swimming is one of the most popular participant sports in the world.

2. Swimming is a valuable activity.

3. Human beings have been swimming for thousands of years.

4. People can swim in ponds, lakes, rivers, seas, oceans, and pools large enough for their free movement.

TEXT 9

First Aid

(1) Despite the variety of injuries possible, several principles of first aid apply to all emergencies. The first step is to call for professional medical help. Determine that the scene of the accident is safe before attempting to provide first aid. Next, assess the scene, asking bystanders or the injured person’s family or friends about details of the injury or illness, any care that may have already been given, and preexisting conditions such as diabetes or heart trouble.

(2) First aid requires rapid assessment of victims to determine whether life-threatening conditions exist. One method for evaluating a victim’s condition is known by the acronym ABCs, which stands for:

A – Airway – is it open and unobstructed?

B – Breathing – is the person breathing? Look, listen, and feel for breathing.

C – Circulation – is there a pulse? Is the person bleeding externally? Check skin color and temperature for additional indications of circulation problems.

(3) Once obvious injuries have been evaluated, the injured person’s head should be kept in a neutral position in line with the body. If no evidence exists to suggest potential skull or spinal injury, place the injured person in a comfortable position. Positioned on one side, a victim can vomit without choking or obstructing the airway.

(4) Before treating specific injuries, protect the victim from shock -a depression of the body’s vital functions that, left untreated, can result in death. Shock occurs when blood pressure (pressure exerted against blood vessel walls) drops and the organs do not receive enough blood, depriving them of oxygen and nutrients. The symptoms of shock are anxiety or restlessness; pale, cool, clammy skin; a weak but rapid pulse; shallow breathing; bluish lips; and nausea. These symptoms may not be apparent immediately, as shock can develop several hours after an accident. To prevent shock, the victim should be covered with blankets or warm clothes to maintain a normal body temperature. The victim’s feet should be elevated. Because of the danger of abdominal injuries, nothing should be administered by mouth.

(Microsoft Encarta, 2008)