- •II. To show that you understand the words given above, choose the best word to complete the following sentences. Add noun, verb or adverb endings if necessary.
- •III. Look at the following derivatives. Use your knowledge of English and logical reasoning to explain the meaning of each word below.
- •IV. Match the opposites. Make up your own sentences with these words.
- •V. Consult the dictionary and find the root words to the following:
- •VI. Form the opposites by adding the following prefixes: dis, un, im, ir.
- •VII. Study the following words and word-combinations. What are their Russian equivalents?
- •VIII. Read the words and word-combinations to the text. Pronounce them correctly after the teacher or read the transcription if your work on your own. Learn their Russian equivalents:
- •Different economic systems (Part 1)
- •IX. Answer the following questions to discuss the details of the text. Use the text for reference.
- •Different economic systems (Part 2)
- •X. Answer the following questions to discuss the details of the text. Use the text for reference.
- •XI. Do you think the following statements are true or false? Prove it.
- •XII. Complete the following sentences.
- •XIII. Give the English equivalents to the following word combinations.
- •XIV. Translate the following sentences into English.
- •XV. Match the sentences to economic systems:
- •XXI. Find and circle 10 hidden words .
- •I. Have a look at the following group of words. Do you know any of them? Read their definitions and match these definitions with their Russian translations.
- •II. To show that you understand the words given above, translate the sentences given below. Pay attention to the words in italics.
- •IX. Read the words and word-combinations to the text. Pronounce them correctly after the teacher or read the transcription if your work on your own. Learn their Russian equivalents:
- •Marketing
- •X. Answer the following questions to discuss the details of the text. Use the text for reference.
- •XI. Join the halves.
- •XII. Think of the nouns that are commonly used with the following verbs.
- •XIII. Complete the following sentences.
- •XIV. Make up the sentences. Put them down into your notebook. The beginning of each sentence is given to you.
- •XV. Give the English equivalents to the following:
- •XVI. Translate the following sentences into English.
- •XXII. Unscramble the following words on marketing.
- •XXIII. The following proverbs and sayings have fallen apart. Sort out the mess by combining the two parts.
- •I. Have a look at the following group of words. Do you know any of them? Read their definitions and match these definitions with their Russian translations.
- •II. Study the following synonyms to the word advertise. What are their Russian equivalents?
- •III. Can you think of the synonyms to the following words? Consult a dictionary, if necessary. In what do these synonyms differ? Compose sentences of your own using them.
- •IV. Study the following word-combinations. What are their Russian equivalents?
- •Advertising
- •X. Answer the following questions to discuss the details of the text. Use the text for reference.
- •XI. Complete the following sentences using your own words.
- •XII. Do you think the following statements are true or false? Prove it.
- •XIII. Give the English equivalents to the following:
- •XIV. Translate the following sentences into English.
- •XV. Prove the following.
- •XVI. Read and discuss the following proverbs and sayings. What are their Russian equivalents? Do you agree with all of them? Learn them and use in your speech to make it more expressive.
- •XVII. Your dream is to work for an advertising agency. Make up a dialogue with your partner discussing your decision. Give reasons for your choice. Role-play the dialogue.
- •XVIII. Read the text once more. Divide it into logical parts. Find or compose the topic sentences of each part. Make up a logical plan of the text.
- •XIX. Speak on the topic “Advertising”. Use the material of the text and your plan for your report. Advertising letters Структура делового письма
- •XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
- •XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
- •XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
- •XX. Fill in the spaces.
- •XXI. Insert the appropriate prepositions if necessary.
- •XXII. Make up a letter of advertising. Use the expressions above. (Add as much information and as many sentences as necessary).
- •XXIII. Discussion topics.
- •XXIV. The following words have fallen apart. Put them together.
- •XXV. Complete the following proverbs and sayings. What are their Russian equivalents?
- •I. Have a look at the following group of words. Do you know any of them? Read their definitions and match these definitions with their Russian translations.
- •II. Do you know the meaning of the following derivatives? Show it with the help of your own sentences.
- •VII. Read the words and word-combinations to the text. Pronounce them correctly after the teacher or read the transcription if your work on your own. Learn their Russian equivalents:
- •Management
- •VIII. Answer the following questions to discuss the details of the text. Use the text for reference.
- •IX. Think of the nouns that are commonly used with the following verbs.
- •XI. Join the halves.
- •XII. Complete the following sentences.
- •XIII. Give the English equivalents to the following:
- •XIV. Translate the following sentences into English.
- •XXII. Unscramble the following words on management.
- •XXIII. What are the beginnings of the following proverbs and sayings? Do you know their Russian equivalents?
XV. Match the sentences to economic systems:
Command economy Market economy Traditional economy
This economy is very stable and people know what to expect.
Nowadays, these economies are common only among agricultural societies in Latin America, Asia, and Africa.
Land and capital goods are owned and controlled by a few people.
The central authority decides what will be produced, how it will be produced, how much will be produced, and how it will be distributed.
A more recent example of this economy was the Soviet Union.
Individuals don't have much choice in the type of work they do.
Individuals are not encouraged to develop new ideas and have few incentives to work hard.
The needs and wants of individuals are not always met.
Day-to-day decision-making is sometimes very slow because a large number of people, called a bureaucracy, are involved in making decisions.
Power is kept in the hands of a few people who often abuse the power for their own benefits.
No one runs the economy. It runs itself.
Economic decisions are made by buyers and sellers.
Land and capital goods are privately owned.
Large numbers of people are involved in making economic decisions.
Individuals are encouraged to develop new ideas and technologies.
The economy is flexible and able to change to meet people's needs.
Individuals who are unable to work have no way of meeting their own needs.
There is no guarantee that individuals will succeed in their business or work.
The economy is subject to ups and downs called business cycles. The down parts of cycles hurt everyone.
XVI. Read and discuss the following proverbs and sayings. What are their Russian equivalents? Do you agree with all of them? Learn them and use in your speech to make it more expressive.
Better die standing than live kneeling.
As many countries so many customs.
He lost his health trying to get wealthy, and then he lost his wealth trying to get healthy.
Every family has a skeleton in the cupboard.
The exception proves the rule.
It’s never too late to learn.
Take care of the pence and the pounds will take care of themselves.
XVII. Choose one of the economic systems and make up a dialogue with your partner discussing the advantages and the disadvantages of this system (Try to convince your partner that this economic system is the best one). Role-play the dialogue.
XVIII. Read the text once more. Divide it into logical parts. Find or compose the topic sentences of each part. Make up a logical plan of the text.
XIX. Speak on the topic “Different economic systems”. Use the material of the text and the following plan for your report.
Basic economic systems.
Traditional economies.
Command economies.
Market economies.
Mixed economies.
XX. Discussion topics.
1. What would happen to standards of living in your country if all foreign trade were prohibited? How significant do you think this would be? In what areas would this impact be the strongest?
2. Does everything have a price? Are there some things you would not do regardless of price? (Remember: prices and money are not synonyms; prices may be non-monetary.)
3. Choose any question (problem, topic) relating to Economics and prepare a 5 minute report. Refer to different additional sources to make your report instructive, interesting and informative.