I. Write a self dictation. Cinema in England

In England the cinema is usually called ‘the pictures’. The American name, ‘the movies’, is sometimes used. The first performance, or ‘showing’, as it is called, begins at about two o’clock in the afternoon, and the show goes on from then until about half past ten. The cinema is not emptied between ‘showings’, so that once you paid for your seat you can stay in the cinema as long as you like. There is usually one main film, a news film, some advertisement and a ‘trailer’ telling about the film for the next week. Cinema used to be more crowded than they are now. Many people used to go to the cinemas two or three times a week, but today people like to stay at home to watch television, especially if it is cold and wet outside.

The prices of cinema seats outside London are between three shillings and six shillings. The prices in London are higher.

Cinemas in England are usually larger and more comfortable than the theatres. There is often a restaurant, so it is possible to spend a pleasant afternoon and evening there. Behind the cinema screen there is a stage, so that the building can be used for concerts and other performances. In some towns in Britain the cinemas are closed on Sundays.

J. Do a crossword puzzle.

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A c r o s s

1. A person or thing that helps.

3. A theater in which films are shown.

6. Making known to people by printed notices.

10. A place where pictures are made for the cinema.

11. Scenery.

12. Critical examination of a film, etc.

14. The main character trait of a stunt.

15. A separate description of events in a novel, play or film.

D o w n

2. A person who directs the production of a film.

4. To take part in a film.

5. Set of actors in a film.

7. A particular form or variation of smth.

8. An actor playing a leading role in a film.

9. A long fictional prose narrative about human beings that can lay the foundation of the script.

10. The least important factor for a talented actor/actress.

K. Using Internet.