- •Content
- •Variant 1
- •1 Translate the text in writing
- •2 Translate the explanation of the terms in writing and learn them
- •3 Translate the text in writing. Be ready to retell it
- •4 Choose the correct answer
- •5 Make up 10 questions to the text in writing.
- •6 Translate the sentences using all the 16 Tenses (consult ‘The Table of Tenses’ in the Appendix)
- •Variant 2
- •1 Translate the text in writing Hotel Shangri-La, China
- •2 Translate the explanation of the terms in writing and learn them
- •3 Translate the text in writing. Be ready to retell it
- •4 Make up 10 questions to the text.
- •5 Make up London-city guide tour.
- •6 Translate the sentences using all the 16 Tenses (consult ‘The Table of Tenses’ in the Appendix)
- •Variant 3
- •1 Translate the text in writing Scandic Hotel
- •2 Translate the explanation of the terms in writing and learn them
- •3 Translate the text in writing. Be ready to retell it
- •4 Answer the questions on the text
- •5 Make up 10 questions to the text in writing.
- •6 Translate the sentences using all the 16 Tenses (consult ‘The Table of Tenses’ in the Appendix)
- •Variant 4
- •1 Translate the text in writing Düsseldorf Neuss Hotel
- •2 Translate the explanation of the terms in writing and learn them
- •3 Translate the text in writing. Be ready to retell it
- •4 Make up 10 questions to the text in writing.
- •5 Find some additional information and write a short summary about Oxford University.
- •6 Translate the sentences using all the 16 Tenses (consult ‘The Table of Tenses’ in the Appendix)
- •Variant 5
- •1 Translate the text in writing The Swissôtel, Berlin
- •Service at a glance
- •2 Translate the explanation of the terms in writing and learn them
- •3 Translate the text in writing. Be ready to retell it
- •4 Make up 10 questions to the text in writing.
- •5 Complete the sentences using the text
- •6 Translate into English
- •7 Translate the sentences using all the 16 Tenses (consult ‘The Table of Tenses’ in the Appendix)
- •Почему ты кричишь?
- •Variant 6
- •1 Translate the text in writing The Imperial Hotel, China
- •2 Translate the explanation of the terms in writing and learn them
- •3 Translate the text in writing. Be ready to retell it
- •Variant 7
- •1 Translate the text in writing The Traders Hotel, China
- •2 Translate the explanation of the terms in writing and learn them
- •3 Translate the text in writing. Be ready to retell it
- •Variant 8
- •1 Translate the text in writing The “Golden Ring” Hotel
- •2 Translate the explanation of the terms in writing and learn them
- •3 Translate the text in writing. Be ready to retell it Cultural life of Prague
- •4 Write down what you have learned from the text about:
- •5 Give definitions for the following words and expressions:
- •6 Translate the sentences using all the 16 Tenses (consult ‘The Table of Tenses’ in the Appendix)
- •Appendix glossary
4 Choose the correct answer
1) What is the most outstanding characteristic of London According to the first paragraph?
A the number of hotels.
B the number of historic sites.
C the number of landmarks.
D the numbers of theatres.
2) What has recently happened alongside the river?
A The area has been redeveloped.
B A new bridge has been built.
C New warehouses have been built.
D Old warehouses have been torn down.
3) The City of London
A was built by Sir Christopher Wren.
B is mainly made up of churches.
C is a museum of architecture.
D contains different styles of architecture.
4) The new English cuisine is
A well represented by White’s restaurant.
B only available at the Hyde Park Hotel.
C available in all London restaurants.
D not worth the price the diner is expected to pay.
5) What does the writer think of London’s shopping facilities?
A They are too expensive for most people.
B They provide for a variety of tastes.
C They are all quite reasonably priced.
D They don’t have enough customers.
6) Before the 1980’s Soho was
A neat and tidy.
B popular among foreigners.
C very crowded.
D unsafe and unclean.
5 Make up 10 questions to the text in writing.
6 Translate the sentences using all the 16 Tenses (consult ‘The Table of Tenses’ in the Appendix)
Что Вы делали в пятницу в 8 часов вечера?
Вчера он не ответил на мой вопрос.
Кого ты ждешь?
Он сказал, что дети давно покинули его.
Если погода будет хорошей, мы пойдем гулять.
Он приедет к концу недели.
Она сказала, что когда вы встретите ее в следующий раз, она будет работать врачом уже два года.
Когда она встретит мальчика, он будет гулять с собакой целый вечер.
Он сказал, что живет в этом городе с детства.
Мы учим английский язык уже два года.
Женщина пообещала, что вернет деньги к концу месяца.
Они будут писать тест в течение часа.
Каждый день он получает много писем.
Он только что ушел из дома.
Он сказал, что будет переводить текст целую неделю.
Он сказал, что поступит в университет в следующем году.
Variant 2
1 Translate the text in writing Hotel Shangri-La, China
The Hotel Shangri-La is situated in the town of Xian. Xian was a home of eleven China’s great dynasties, and was the country’s capital for more than a thousand years. With its elegant mirror-glass exterior, the Shangri-La is a premier address in the fascinating city. Just 40 minutes from the international airport and 30 minutes from the Terra-Cotta Warriors Museum, the hotel is perfectly situated for sightseeing, business, and shopping.
The tastefully decorated rooms and suites are the largest in Xian. Guests are invited to indulge in the luxurious range of amenities on offer. The Horizon Club boasts exclusive privileges for the discerning traveler, including a private lounge and an elevated level of service.
The hotel’s Business Centre offers a comprehensive list of translation, secretarial and administrative services, as well as private meeting rooms.
The hotel’s banquet and conference facilities are always at guests’ service. The Grand Ballroom can accommodate up to 600 guests in style, with a further nine smaller function room also available.
After a hectic day the guests can take time out at the finest Health Club. There is a vast, heated indoor swimming pool and a well-equipped gymnasium. They can also try a massage, sauna or Jacuzzi.