II. Find English equivalents to the following Russian words and word-combinations.

типы свиней, бекон, качество мяса, разведение, боров, хряк, подсвинок, качество мяса, отделять поросят.

III. Answer the questions on the text.

1.What types of pigs are usually distinguished?

2.How do hog breeds vary?

3.What are the main factors in the development of hogs?

4.When do gilts become sexually mature ?

5.When mау well grown gilts come in heat ?

6.How long does the gestation period of the sow last?

7.How many pigs does а saw produce usually?

8.When are male pigs castrated?

9.What is essential for success in swine raising?

VI. Read the text again. Agree or disagree with the following statements.

1. Two types of pigs are usually distinguished.

2. Hog breeds vary in colour, size, conformation.

3. Gilts become sexually mature at the age of 5 months.

4. The gestation period of the sow takes from 112 to 120 days.

5. A sow usually produces from 10 to 20 at a litter.

6. Hogs are subject to many parasites and diseases.

V. Complete the sentences with the information from the text.

1. The word "swine" is used for…

2. Two types of pigs are usually distinguished: …

3. Hog breeds vary in…

4. The gestation period of the sow takes…

5. At farrowing time she should be fed only…

6. Proper management is essential for…

7. Since hogs live close to the ground, they …

VI. Make the sentences negative and interrogative.

1. Hog breeds vary in colour, size, conformation.

2. The word "swine" is used for all domestic animals as pigs or hogs.

3. The ration should be gradually increased.

4. A sow usually produces from 6 to 12 at a litter.

5. Such pigs are called barrows.

VII. Insert correct prepositions where necessary.

1. Tow types … pigs are usually distinguished.

2. Hog breeds vary … colour, size, conformation.

3. Sows usually come … heat a few days … weaning a litter.

4. The gestation period … the sow takes from 112 to 120 days.

5. Proper management is essential … success … swine raising.

VIII. Write information about yourself according to the plan below.

─ I was born in…

─ I studied at …

─ I like agriculture, because …

My address is …

Thank you. Good luck.