9 класс Контрольная работа №1 по теме « Праздники»

9 класс

Контрольная работа №1 по теме « Праздники»

Variant I

        I.            Translate from Russian into English:

1.      красочные уличные парады

2.      кулинарное состязание

3.      петь рождественские песни

4.      задуть свечи

5.      В каждой стране есть свои праздники и фестивали.

     II.            Fill in: life, raise, display, parade, throw, make, exchange.

1.      The night sky burst with colour when the magnificent fireworks _____ began.

2.      Henry really enjoyed the opportunity to experience _____ as a knight at festival.

3.      The children saw Disney floats at the colourful street _____.

4.      Over the years, this organisation has _____ a lot of money for different local charities.

5.      Usually people _____ streamers and dance to celebrate New Year`s Eve.

6.      If you see a spider, ____ sure you don`t kill it. I`ve heard it`s bad luck.

7.      Bob and Sue always ____ gifts with each other on Christmas Eve.

 III.            Fill in: when, who, which, where, whose.

1.      John, ____ brother is a clown, is throwing a costume party next week.

2.      December 25^th, ____ Christmas takes place, is also my parents` anniversary.

3.      Califotnia, ____ the garlic festival takes place every year, is a state in the USA.

4.      Lyn is the girl ___ is having the party on Friday.

5.      The costume ___ George has chosen for the fancy dress party is very funny.

6.      That's the restaurant _______ we met for the first time.

   IV.            Put the verbs in brackets into the correct present tense.

1.      The children _____________ (watch) TV at the moment.

2.      Sue ______________ (already / work) for this company for ten years.

3.      Kate is tired. She _________ (work) since morning.

4.      Bill ___________ (not / see) a fireworks display before.

5.      He _____________ (not / feed) the cows every evening.

6.      I _______________ (not / leave) late on Fridays.

7.      ________ (he / wait) for me now?

     V.            Fill in off, back, up, down, into:

1.      There was a traffic jam on the road so we decided to turn ______.

2.      She was offered a new job but she turned ______ the offer.

3.      He managed to turn their words _______ joke.

4.      Turn______ the radio. It disturbs me.

5.      Turn _____ the TV. I can't hear what they're saying.

  VI.            Read the text. Match the titles to the paragraphs A-E. One title is extra.

Sweden's ICEHOTEL Opens for the 24th Year

1.      Construction of Magic

2.      An Accidental Start

3.      The First is the Best

4.      Modernized Every Year

5.      Enjoy a Cool Night!

6.      Ice Rooms to any Taste and Budget

A. Sweden's ICEHOTEL is known for many things: its 'out of this world' location, great architecture and even freezing comfort, but not for longevity (долговечность)! The hotel is located in the village of Jukkasjarvi. It has to be rebuilt every year because it is carved entirely from ice blocks. They melt when the summer comes along. Each time the building gets increasingly better!

B. 23 years ago, a local company looking for the ways how to attract tourists to Jukkasjarvi during the freezing winter months, decided to host an art exhibition inside an igloo built on the frozen Torne River. The 5,6 square meters structure was a huge success attracting many day visitors. One day a group of brave people arrived with sleeping bags and announced their intention to spend the night inside the igloo. After that the idea of constructing the ICEHOTEL was born.

C. The hotel has come a long way since its beginnings. Constructed from 1000 tons of ice and 30,000 tons of 'snice' (a mixture of ice and snow), it now covers 5,500 square meters. The construction process begins in March and April, when about 5,000 tons of ice is harvested from the river and transferred to a cold storage where it sits till the beginning of winter. Building the hotel begins in November when about 100 workers, half of them artists invited to design special sections, come to the region. By December, it is ready and open for business.

D. Each version of the hotel is unique, more a work of art than a structure made from frozen water. Its 47 rooms built to accommodate visitors on all kinds of budgets vary from luxurious suites to rooms that are furnished with just an icy bed and a reindeer skin.

E. But no matter what room the guests are in, the temperature is the same - -5°C! Guests are advised to use thermal sleeping bags and keep their gloves and winter hats on all night. No wonder that most end up spending just one night in this freezing environment before moving to more conventional warmer cabins nearby. But the guests all agree that it is an experience like none other.

9 класс

Контрольная работа №1 по теме « Праздники»

Variant II

        I.            Translate from Russian into English:

1.      быть нарасхват

2.      собирать деньги на благотворительность

3.      бросать конфетти

4.      хорошая (плохая) примета

5.      На день победы (the Victory Day) люди смотрят парады и запускают фейерверки.

    II.            Fill in:  raised, strong, life,  make,  bright, street, contest

1.      If you see a spider, …. sure you don’t kill it; I’ve heard it’s bad luck.

2.      Henry really enjoyed the opportunity to experience …. as a knight at England’s Medieval Festival last month.

3.      We always sing Christmas carols during the holidays, as it is a …. tradition in my family

4.      The children were thrilled to see Disney floats at this year’s colourful …..parade

5.      Over the years, this organization has …. a lot of money for different local charities.

6.      Why don’t you take part in the cooking …. ? I’m sure you’ll be winner!

7.      Throwing Mum and Dad a surprise party for their anniversary this year is really a ….. idea. 

  III.            Fill in: which, who, whose, when, where, why:

1.      What is the name of the writer ______ most famous novel is ‘War and Peace’?

2.      The girl _____ lives next door is called Natalie.

3.      The boy ______ won the first prize is only fifteen years old.

4.      The movie ______ you advised me to watch is very boring.

5.      That is the girl ______brother came to see us the other day.

6.      That is the reason _______ he did it.

   IV.            Put the verbs in brackets into the correct present tense.

1.      Nick (play) a computer game for two hours and he is still playing.

2.      I already (do) the housework. I can go for a walk now.

3.      The concert (start) at 7 p.m. So we (meet) at 6.3 p.m. You (come) with us?

4.      Sara (think) of moving a new house.

5.      Jack (wait) for Jenny since afternoon. She (not arrive) yet.

6.      -” Why you (smell) this cheese?” – “ It (smell) strange”

7.      I (not/understand) what he is speaking about.

     V.            Fill in off, back, up, down, into:

1.      Turn _______ the volume on the radio. It's driving me crazy!

2.      I hope she turns _______ soon!

3.      Let's turn a region _______ a nuclear-free zone.

4.      The refugees (беженцы) were turned _______ because the war was stopped.

5.      My brother turned ______ unexpectedly early in the morning.

  VI.            Вы проводите информационный поиск в ходе выполнения проектной работы. Определите, в каком из текстов A–F содержатся ответы на интересующие Вас вопросы 1–7. Один из вопросов останется без ответа. Занесите Ваши ответы в таблицу.

1.      Which colour was long considered as an unlucky one?

2.      What is the national food in Ireland?

3.      What is a false stereotype about the Irish?

4.      What world famous journey is connected with one Irish writer?

5.      Which Irish talisman is considered to be a lucky one?

6.      What are the impressive facts about old holiday traditions?

A. When you think of the Irish, you often picture a red-haired person dressed all in green. However, it's just a popular myth which has grown into a tradition, particularly in the United States. It's customary in Ireland to wear green clothes only on St. Patrick's Day. Lots of people are tricked by this cliche. However, originally, the colour associated with Saint Patrick was not green, but blue.

B. In Ireland, the colour green was long considered to bring bad fortune. The reason is that in Irish folklore green is the favourite color of the Good People (the proper name for fairies). Myths run that they are likely to steal people, especially children, who wear too much of the colour. In the past, a girl would never wear anything green on her wedding day.

C. Christmas is a very important celebration in Ireland. After dinner on Christmas Eve, it is common for families to leave milk and bread on the table as a sign of friendliness and kindness. Another custom is to leave the door unlocked. A lit candle is left in a window during the night. It represents help for any traveller who is passing by.

D. Potatoes form the basis for many traditional Irish dishes. They are eaten boiled, mashed, fried, baked, you name it. Potatoes are mixed with cabbage or green onions to make traditional Irish dishes. They are also made into potato cakes and used in soups or stews. It’s common to find potatoes cooked in two different ways on the same dinner plate.

E. The shamrock is still a popular sign of good fortune in Ireland. It is believed that anyone who possesses one will be blessed with fortune in everything, even in gambling, and will be saved from the evil of witches. There are certain conditions to be met so that its power remains effective: the owner of the shamrock must keep it away from the public eye and never give it to anyone else.

Keys

EX.1.1) показ фейерверков – fireworks display

2) красочные уличные парады – colourful street parades

5) петь рождественские песни – to sing carols

7) На рождество люди обычно наряжают елку, обмениваются подарками и едят

праздничный ужин. – People usually decorate trees, exchange gifts and eat a special meal on

8) Этот фестиваль собирает деньги на благотворительность. – This festival raises money

9) На день победы (the Victory Day) люди смотрят парады и запускают фейерверки. –

People watch parades and let off fireworks on the Victory Day.

EX.2 1) Jane has been writing a letter to a magazine for 2 hours. She has not finished it yet.

2) “-What are you doing.” – “I am looking for my pen-knife.”

3) Nick has been playing a computer game for two hours and he is still playing.

4) I have already done the housework. I can go for a walk now.

5) The concert starts at 7 p.m. So we meet at 6.3 p.m. Are you coming with us?

7) Jack has been waiting for Jenny since afternoon. She has not arrived yet.

8) -” Why are you smelling this cheese?” – “ It smells strange”

9) I do not understand what he is speaking about.

10) I do not like Jane. She never knows what she wants.

EX.3 1 whose - 2 who - 3 who - 4 which - 5 whose - 6.why - 7.where - 8.when

EX.4 1 bacк 2 down 3 into 4.off 5.up 6 up

EX.5 1 false 2.True 3.False 4.True 5 false 6.False

Пояснение.

A — 3. When you think of the Irish, you often picture a red-haired person dressed all in green. However, it's just a popular myth which has grown into a tradition, particularly in the United States.

B — 1. In Ireland, the colour green was long considered to bring bad fortune.

C — 7. Christmas is a very important celebration in Ireland. After dinner on Christmas Eve, it is common for families to leave milk and bread on the table as a sign of friendliness and kindness.

D — 2. Potatoes form the basis for many traditional Irish dishes.

E — 6. The shamrock is still a popular sign of good fortune in Ireland. It is believed that anyone who possesses one will be blessed with fortune in everything

F — 4. The word “limerick” probably comes from the Irish town of Limerick. The short poem has made the town known all over the world.

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