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1. I unexpectedly met my old friend
Natalie at a metro station in Paris. I recognised her at once though we
hadn’t seen each other for ten years. Now she works as a
________REPORT__________ for Le Figaro newspaper. Our
_________FRIEND_________ began when we were at school. After school, Natalie
left Britain. French was her favourite subject and she went to university in
Paris. Now she is a very _________SUCCESS_________ journalist. Her life is
busy and exciting. I was _________LUCK_________ that she managed to find some
time for me. Natalie made my visit to Paris _________FORGETTABLE_________.
She took me to the most interesting places in the city. In the evening we
watched a performance at The Grand Opera House. It is one of the most
________FAME________ Opera Houses in the world.
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2. Have you heard of a Tadeus Bodnar? He
is a _________FAME_________ Hungarian hairdresser. Not long ago he stopped
using the _________TRADITION_________ scissors and comb. Now his instruments
are axes, irons and vacuum cleaners. Now he is very _________SUCCESS_________
and happy because with his innovative techniques he can express himself
better. He cuts hair in his shop in Budapest by chopping it with an axe. Then
he styles the hair using a vacuum cleaner, or straightens it with an iron.
It’s difficult to believe but the extravagant hairdresser is very popular.
Many people find him very _________CREATE_________. Every day there’s an
________END__________ line of people streaming to his shop. They wish to
change their ________APPEAR__________ and have a thrilling, new experience.
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3. There are pills for everything. If
you can't sleep you take a pill. If you're depressed or just
_________HAPPY_________, you also can take a pill. These days scientists are
developing a new pill that you can use for improving your
________FIT__________. It will have the same effect on people’s bodies as doing
sports. The ________SCIENCE__________ experiments on mice have given
wonderful results. The animals got stronger and healthier without any
exercise. However, some doctors think that such pills can be
________DANGER__________ for health, especially in certain situations. The
problem is that there will be people who may use the pill unwisely. For
example, young girls who want to lose weight and get slim may take several
pills at once. It will be very _________HARM_________ for their health.
That’s why our government should think a lot before making the
________DECIDE__________ that allows the medicine to be produced.
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4. Last spring my best friend Isabelle
and I booked a holiday in Venice. We rented a small apartment for a week with
a _________WONDER_________ view of the town. At the last moment another
friend, Linda, asked if she could come with us. She was a
_________FRIEND_________, cheerful girl and we were glad to have her join us.
Venice was a _________FANTASY_________ place and we enjoyed our trip greatly.
Linda was fond of history and she told us lots of ________INTEREST__________
facts about the town. We also liked the Italian food very much. The waiter in
the nearby pizzeria was a boy from Britain, so we never had any problems with
_________COMMUNICATE_________. The only _________PLEASANT_________ thing
about Venice was the weather. It was unusually cold and windy that week.
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5. Learning languages is becoming a
popular hobby with children and adults. It’s not only interesting but very _________USE_________,
too. Foreign languages improve memory and develop ________IMAGINE__________.
People who are able to speak two or more languages _________FLUENT_________
are usually more successful than their monolingual colleagues. They are
better in making business and _________PERSON_________ contacts. They are
more _________CREATE_________ and they are better in solving conflicts as
they are able to accept new ideas and different points of view. Foreign
languages make life more _________INTEREST_________ and colourful.
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6. My first job was working at a bakery.
When I walked from my house to the bakery I could smell the
_________WONDER_________ fresh bread. I loved it. I worked
________DAY__________ after school and at weekends. It made about twenty
hours a week. One of the most _________FANTASY_________ things about the
bakery was that I could eat all I wanted there. I couldn't stop eating the
fresh buns, rolls and cakes. They were so ________TASTE__________. Mrs.
Bradley, the _________OWN_________ of the bakery, was a very nice woman. She
had no children and she treated me like her own granddaughter. I liked her
too and did my best to be as ________HELP_________as possible.
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7. Thousands of tourists visit Edinburgh
every year. The capital of Scotland is ________FAME__________ for its history
and architecture. It’s one of the ________CULTURE__________ centres of the
country. The main _________ATTRACT_________ of the city is Edinburgh Castle.
It was built in the 12th century but it still looks magnificent and very
_________IMPRESS_________. There are many historic monuments in Edinburgh.
One of them is an unusual monument to Walter Scott, a well-known
_________WRITE_________. The city streets are usually full of noisy tourists
with cameras but if you want a quiet holiday, you can have it too - the
beautiful and ________PEACE__________ countryside is just round the corner.
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8. Siem Reap is a small town in
Cambodia, a country in southeast Asia. It is built around a
________FAME__________ cathedral. The town is charming with some fine
examples of French colonial architecture. A legend says that a French
_________WRITE_________ once called the town “a pearl of Cambodia”. Nowadays,
this town is quite popular with tourists. They often use it as a starting
point for their _________EXCITE_________ travellings. The town is really
remarkable. There you will find some _________IMPRESS_________ stone
monuments and statues, ancient buildings and picturesque ruins. Note that
it’s _________USUAL_________ hot there in the summer. Please ensure that you
take _________COMFORT_________ walking shoes, light clothing and plenty of
water to drink.
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9. The city of St Davids is situated on
the south-west coast of Wales. If you're looking for an
_________USUAL_________ place to go, this is your destination. It was granted
city status by Queen Elizabeth II but in reality St Davids looks like an
________ATTRACT__________ small village. It is actually the smallest city in
Britain with a _________POPULATE_________ of just over 1,600. St Davids has a
_________BEAUTY_________ medieval cathedral which dates back to the 12th
century. Today it is a _________CHARM_________ place with narrow streets
filled with cafes, hotels and art galleries – but only one pub! St Davids is
famous for its sandy beaches and clear water. Whitesands Bay is a regular
_________WIN_________ of the prestigious European Blue Flag award.
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10. People travel a lot nowadays. Planes
are considered to be the most _________COMFORT_________ means of transport
but for some people airports can be a nightmare. There are
_________END_________ queues when you check in and you waste lots of time if
your flight is delayed. However, there are some airports where you can
_________ACTUAL_________ enjoy yourself. For example, you’ll never be bored
at Hong Kong’s international airport. There are thousands of people from
_________DIFFER_________ countries here but the passengers never experience
any problems because everything is well organised. There are attendants in
red coats, who help you to get from one place to another. It’s very good for
people with no sense of _________DIRECT_________. The attendants
are always very polite and ________HELP__________.
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11. Axel is a 9-year-old Bulgarian
orphan (сирота). He was
adopted by a ________WEALTH__________ western family. His new father works as
a ________BANK__________ in Sweden and he is quite rich. Axel
_________REGULAR_________ wrote e-mails to the director of the orphanage,
Jane Smitova. He told her that he was saving his Christmas and birthday money
to help his friends. Axel said that he wanted the money to be spent on
presents for his former playmates. Later Jane said “I understood that
_________FRIEND_________ meant a lot to a small boy but I would never have
imagined that Axel could be talking about such an _________POSSIBLE_________
sum of money. It’s so touching and we are going to spend it in a very
_________CARE_________ way." The boy saved £6,000.
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12. Last year my friend Mia and I went
on holiday to Thailand. We stayed in a _________FAME_________ resort which is
popular with tourists. We were very _________LUCK_________ with the weather
and we spent most of our days on the beach. The ocean was
________FANTASY__________ – the water was clear and warm. Thailand is a
former French colony and that’s why French is very popular there. Mia was
delighted with this fact because she learns French, she wants to be a
_________TEACH_________ of French, and she was able to practise the language
there. She is also interested in architecture and she found some fine
examples of the French colonial style in Thailand. It was an
_________FORGETTABLE_________ trip for me too. I am a photographer and I took
lots of pictures of people and nature. Several magazines found my photos
________INTEREST__________ enough to publish. I feel very proud of that.
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13. Ratatouille is an American cartoon.
The name of the cartoon comes from a ________TRADITION_________ French dish
made of vegetables. The main character is a rat Remy, who is interested in cooking
and dreams of becoming a _________SUCCESS_________ chef. Remy is separated
from his family at the ________BEGIN__________ of the movie. So he finds
himself in Paris, France. There his unusual _________FRIEND_________ with a
poor boy begins. They both don’t care that most people hate rats and try to
get rid of them. Remy wants to help the boy. He tries to teach him how to
cook _________TASTE_________ dishes. The story ends ________HAPPY__________
and the friends start a new restaurant.
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14. Many tourists find they don't like
staying in city hotels. They prefer to avoid ________NOISE__________ cities
completely. They are attracted instead to dramatic views of mountains and
_________PEACE_________ valleys. If you like this sort of tourism, Mountain
View Camp is for you. You’ll have an _________FORGETTABLE_________ vacation
there. The Camp has a view over the ________IMPRESS__________ Hampson Valley.
In the camp, tourists can rent either tents or bungalows. All the guests have
free access to different facilities such as kitchens, bathrooms and
playgrounds for children. The camp is a successful _________COMBINE_________
of both comfort and a green environment. The tourists can also have lunch in
one of the many restaurants and try European or _________NATION_________
cuisine.
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15. The best thing about shopping in
London is that there really are hundreds of cool shops selling
_________FASHION_________ clothes. Only here you can find a wide choice of
_________ORIGIN_________ and unique shops. Sometimes you can buy
_________FANTASY_________ things there. You can spend a whole day in a
shopping centre, have lunch in one of the European or
________ENGLAND__________ restaurants, see a new film in the cinema and even
enjoy a ________PERFORM__________. But be _________СARE_________ –
London shops are expensive! Don’t leave all your money in the shopping
centre.
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16. How do people learn the news? About
a century ago people got _________INFORM_________ from newspapers since they
were the only mass media that existed in those times. Radio and television
seemed ________WONDER__________ inventions as they broadcasted audio and
visual images. The Internet has changed the situation dramatically. Now the
audience has an opportunity to create the news, share their _______PERSON_________
knowledge and express their opinions. The Internet supposes interaction,
which makes it very ________ATTRACT__________ to people. And what about the
newspapers? Will they _________APPEAR_________ in the near future? I wish
they wouldn’t as I like starting my day with a cup of coffee and a
_________TRADITION_________ newspaper.
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17. In Andorra people live longer than
in any other European country. It seems they have discovered the secret of a
long and _________HEALTH_________ life. People in Andorra stay active and
_________ENERGY_________ at old age. They attend gyms and public
_________SWIM_________ pools for free. Exercise is one reason, the others are
clean air and a diet based on vegetables and olive oil. People of all ages in
Andorra are cheerful and ________FRIEND__________. They think that life is
________FANTASY__________ and they do their best to enjoy it. Andorra is the
most _________PEACE_________ country in Europe – they haven’t had a war for
700 years.
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18. What do you think is the most
stressful and ________DANGER__________ job in Britain? Is it a police
officer, a detective or a news _________REPORT_________? Well, statistics say
it is a London taxi driver. It is a ________REAL__________ hard job as
traffic is getting worse. If we sit in a traffic jam for a few minutes, we
start feeling _________NERVE_________ and irritated. But imagine you had to
do that every day as your job! And you have to remain _________CARE_________
and attentive in spite of everything. London taxi drivers have to have a good
memory to be able to take a _________TRAVEL_________ from A to B without
looking at the map or asking for directions.
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19. Dublin is the capital city of the
Republic of Ireland. It has an ________NATIONAL__________ airport with
flights from London and European capitals. Dublin is a
_________BEAUTY_________ and cosmopolitan city. If you walk along its
different central streets, you will find a wide range of _______DIFFER_______
shops, bars and restaurants. If you like sightseeing, you can also visit the
famous Dublin castle, one of the most _________IMPRESS_________ buildings in
the city. Dublin is a green city. It is such a pleasure to walk there on a
hot _________SUN_________ day. In the evening you can listen to
_________TRADITION_________ Irish music played in the streets and in the
pubs.
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20. Ballroom dancing in the UK is making
a comeback. For the past five years the popularity of ballroom dancing has
grown thanks to the TV show 'Strictly Come Dancing'. In the show a
professional ballroom _________DANCE_________ has a celebrity for a partner.
They learn ________DIFFER__________ ballroom dances and perform them live on
TV. Four judges and the public decide who stays in the
_________COMPETE_________ and who leaves. The show demonstrates how glamorous
ballroom dancing is. The celebrities wear _________COLOUR_________ dresses
and suits and the show looks very ________IMPRESS__________. According to the
ratings, the ________PERFORM__________ is becoming more and more popular with
TV audiences.
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21. Can people live without friends?
Most of us would say "no". Friends make our lives enjoyable and
_________INTEREST_________. Friendship is something you can't buy. It is a
_________WONDER_________ and valuable gift. It is _________POSSIBLE_________
to live without people who care for you and who are always ready to help.
However, to find a true friend is not easy. Friendship requires honesty,
trust and _________KIND_________. Being a friend means not only having fun
together but helping each other in a difficult ________SITUATE__________. A
true friend not only praises you but tells you when you are not right too. If
you have already found such a person, you're ________LUCK__________.
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22. People spend hours talking on their
mobile phones. There is an opinion that it may be ________HARM__________ to
their health, but it is difficult to know for sure. Some research shows that
mobile phones may cause brain problems. On the other hand, some doctors say
mobiles are not ________DANGER__________ at all. No matter what doctors say,
it’s just _________POSSIBLE_________ to live without a mobile phone today. It
has become a very ________USE__________ device and people can’t do without
it. It makes our life _________COMFORT_________ and saves time. People can
get in touch with each other quickly. Mobile phones make
_________COMMUNICATE_________ easier.
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23. People are afraid of lots of things.
There are many _________DIFFER_________ kinds of fears called phobias. They
affect at least a quarter of the _________POPULATE_________. The
_________TRADITION_________ treatment for people with strong phobias is some
kind of therapy. In most cases it doesn’t work but doctors still believe that
phobias can be cured. ________RECENT__________ they have discovered a drug
which can help people to overcome their phobias. It doesn’t work for
everybody but when it does, it is very ________EFFECT__________. People, who
take the pill feel much better – most of their fears
________APPEAR__________.
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24. British cuisine is simple. Puddings,
stews, pies and breads are _________TRADITION_________ British dishes. Many
of them are cooked and eaten on holidays. The choice of dishes has been
influenced by the climate, history and _________GEOGRAPHY_________ position
of the country. England is _________FAME_________ for its butter and cheese.
The most popular of them is, of course, cheddar. Scotland is known for its
_________TASTE_________ meat dishes and cakes. Wales has a strong fishing
culture. As a result, Welsh cookery includes a lot of seafood, such as
shrimps and crabs. However, nowadays most British restaurants offer food from
_________DIFFER_________ parts of the world. The choice depends only on your
pocketbook and your ________IMAGINE__________.
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25. Every year the world goes dark for
one hour, the Earth Hour. The event is organised by the
________NATION__________ World Wildlife Fund. At tourist destinations, in
offices and private homes, lights are switched off for one hour at
_________EXACT_________ 8:00 pm. The idea is to show that our planet is in
danger and it needs care and _________PROTECT_________. It's
________POSSIBLE__________ to remain indifferent to changes in the climate
which go on and on. The Earth Hour is not about saving an hour’s electricity.
It’s about realising that we live on a _________WONDER_________ planet and
need to look after it – not just for an hour a year but every day. The Earth
Hour is a part of an _________ECOLOGY_________ education whose aim is to make
people understand their responsibility to the planet.
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26. Reading is one of the most popular
pastimes and books are one of the main sources of knowledge. Everyone knows
this but, _________FORTUNATELY_________, there are many young people who
don’t like to read. They say it is not cool but I firmly _________AGREE_________
with them. Books have the ability to take you to another world, to wake up
your _________IMAGINE_________ and transport you to places you’ve never been
to. Books can be ________DIFFER__________ in size and content. Their stories
can be ________EXCITE__________, scary, romantic or funny but above all,
books are just interesting. I'm absolutely sure that books by a good
_________WRITE_________ will always be popular.
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27. Millions of people want to learn
English. There are lots of _________DIFFER_________ methods and the main
problem is how to choose the best one. Some people believe that the most
_________EFFECT_________ way is to study English in Britain or in any other
English-speaking country. The advantage of going to Britain seems obvious. Everyone
around you speaks English. It’s practically _________POSSIBLE_________ to
avoid communication, so you’ll learn English _________QUICK_________. On the
other hand, one can learn English at home. There are lots of possibilities
there too: a good _________TEACH_________, a language school or an on-line
course. There are many ways to get a good language _________EDUCATE_________
now.
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28. If someone asks what your
nationality is, how do you answer? For British people
_________NATION_________ identity is a complex issue. Take me for example. I
carry a passport issued by the British _________GOVERN_________. I was born
in England, but my Mum is Scottish and my Granny is from Northern Ireland. So
what am I? _________ACTUAL_________, I am really all of them: English, Irish,
Scottish and British. Each of the “nations” has a lot in common but they also
have their own unique culture and _________TRADITION_________ lifestyle. They
_________LIKE_________ it when people call them English. And perhaps the most
important _________DIFFER_________ of all – each nation has its own football
team!
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29. The Turners were not used to snow.
The most they ever got in Birmingham was an inch or so each winter. Even that
happened quite _________RARE_________. The _________FUN_________ thing was
that a tiny bit of snow was enough to cancel school and even to close some
businesses. One night, in March of 1993, something very
_________EXCITE_________ happened. Very cold air from Canada created the
"Storm of the Century". When the Turner kids woke up on Saturday
morning, there were 17 inches of ________WONDER_________ snow as far as the
eye could see. The Turners were in shock. They had no idea what to do. Though
Mr. Turner was an experienced _________DRIVE_________ he chose to leave his
car in the garage. He wanted the whole family to stay at home but it was
natural for the kids to _________AGREE_________ with him. They put on the
warmest clothes they had and ran outside to enjoy the snow.
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30. London is famous for its history and
its sights. It is also a wonderful place for shopaholics. There are lots of
_________DIFFER_________ places to go. For example, you can go to Oxford
Street. Sometimes it gets too ________CROWD__________ and noisy, especially
during the sales. If you don’t like it, go to Covent Garden. There you can
have a _________LOVE_________ cup of tea or a cappuccino in a quiet coffee
house. You can also watch a street _________PERFORM_________. Portobello Road
is the right place to go if you want to buy unique and _________USUAL_________
things. Shopping in London is always an ________EXCITE_________ experience
and it’s worth trying.
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31. Piranhas are South American fish.
There are lots of scary stories about them. Most people think that piranhas
are very _________DANGER_________ creatures. However, a
_________SCIENCE_________ from St Andrews University, Anne Magurran, has
recently announced that to call piranhas cruel killers is not fair. They
_________USUAL_________ eat fish, plants and insects. According to Professor
Anne Magurran, piranhas attack people and animals only when they want to
defend themselves. However, most travellers strongly ________AGREE__________
with this point of view. They recommend keeping away from the water where
piranhas live. When the fish attack in groups, it is practically
_________POSSIBLE_________ to survive. Whatever your opinion of piranhas,
this is a ________USE__________ piece of advice one should follow.
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32. Dr Michael Werner says that he has
eaten nothing for four years. The German _________SCIENCE_________ explains
that he gets all his energy from sunlight. He says he drinks only water and
________DIFFER__________ fruit juices. Dr Werner has written an
_________EXCITE_________ book about his experiences. In it he says that when
he started the experiment he even put on weight.
He says: "I can't really give an
________EXPLAIN_________ of what’s happening to me; perhaps I just believe in
my theory."
Dr Werner’s colleagues say that only
plants can produce energy from the sun, and they cannot explain how he is
able to stay ________HEALTH_________.
“This case ,_________PROBABLE_________,
needs a lot more research before we will be able to explain it,” they say.
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33. What is the largest animal on the
planet? My uncle says that it’s the blue whale. He is a ______SCIENCE______
and knows a lot about them. The blue whale is an endangered animal, nowadays,
people protect whales. ______FORTUNATE______, They study these
______BEAUTY______ animals instead of killing them. Blue whales are not ______DANGER______
to people. It’s ______BELIEVABLE______ but these huge whales eat plankton –
small plants and animals.
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34. Dolphins are ______WONDER______
animals.
They are clever and ______FRIEND______,
and they don’t mind playing with people.
My father is a ______SCIENCE______ and
he has heard how dolphins speak their own language.
Dolphin ______COMMUNICATE______ differs
from ours, but scientists hope that soon we’ll be able to understand each
other.
The dolphins are ______PROBABLE______
studying us too!
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35. Life on the planet would be
______POSSIBLE______ without water.
To be strong and ______HEALTH______ a
person should drink enough fresh water every day. We need water for cooking,
washing and producing goods.
My uncle, who is a ______FARM______,
says that he waters the vegetables, beans and other crops a lot in dry
weather.
______FORTUNATELY______, fresh water
resources on the Earth are limited.
We should be ______CARE______ and not
waste it.
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36. My parents want me to go to
university but I’m not sure that I want to. When I was a small child, there
were lots of ______DIFFER______ toys in our house, but I preferred the cars.
I dreamed of being a ______DRIVE______.
To me, it’s the most
______INTEREST______ job in the world.
My parents ______USUAL______ understand
me
and I hope they approve of my
______DECIDE______ to put off university and get a job.
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37. When I was a small child, we often
went to the circus. I loved the ______FUN______ clowns and the motorbike ride
in the globe.
The boy who did the riding seemed only a
bit older than me. He performed the trick very ______CAREFUL______.
I certainly thought that it was
extremely ______DANGER______, anyway. I applauded the ______BIKE______ loudly
and dreamt about riding my own motorbike.
______FORTUNATELY______, my parents had
a different opinion about getting a motorbike and refused to buy one for me.
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38. I like reading and watching films
about animals and wildlife. I saw a TV series about polar bears recently.
These ______WONDER______ animals live in the northern Arctic. It’s
______BELIEVABLE______, but they feel very ______COMFORT______ in freezing
cold weather. A polar bear is a very good ______HUNT______ – it dives into
the cold ocean water to hunt seals.
______FORTUNATELY______, global warming
is very dangerous for polar bears. They may die out if the temperature rises
too high.
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39. I do sports ______REGULAR______ Life
is impossible without motion and people can’t live if they are not active.
I’ve been into sports since my childhood.
When I was seven, a karate
______TEACH______, who trained my elder brother, said that I should
exercise a lot to look sporty and
______ATHLET______.
He was right – I was too fat and looked
HEALTHY.
______FORTUNATE______, my parents and I
followed his advice and now I’m quite happy with the way I look and feel.
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40. Most people prefer travelling by
air, but I like trains. A train is slower, but it’s more ______COMFORT______.
My parents think so too. Our longest
journey lasted for three days. It was ______EXCITE______ as we went past
beautiful places.
The other passenger in our compartment
was a geologist, which means he was also a professional ______TRAVEL______.
He told us about his expeditions. He
also said that ______FRIEND______ is the most valuable thing in the world.
______FORTUNATELY______, we didn’t
exchange phone numbers and we don’t know where he’s now.
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41. People don’t read much nowadays, but
I like reading. I like books about adventures, love and ______FRIEND______.
I can’t say who my favourite
______WRITE______ is – there are so many.
Most of my friends prefer watching the
TV version of a book to reading it. They say it’s more ______INTEREST______.
I strongly ______AGREE______ with them.
I’m absolutely sure that books develop
our ______IMAGINE______ much better than any film can do.
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42. It all started in 1865. A group of
Frenchmen were having dinner in one of the most _________FASHION_________
restaurants near Paris. They talked about the democratic changes in the USA
and wanted to support the American people. After a short
_________DISCUSS_________ they agreed on an original idea. The idea was
suggested by Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi, a sculptor and
________DESIGN_________. He said they could make a statue of a woman holding
the torch of freedom. It was an ambitious project and it was
_________POSSIBLE_________ to complete it quickly. It actually took 21 years
for this idea to become a reality. The French people raised money to build
the statue, and, _________FINAL_________, in 1886 it was ready. On July 4, 1886
the United States received their _________AMAZE_________ gift - the Statue of
Liberty!
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43. Choosing a career is one of the most
difficult choices we have to make in our lives. There are lots of interesting
and _________EXCITE_________ professions, but which of them is the right
choice for you? Researchers who work in _________EDUCATE_________ and
sociology asked people across the UK what their dream job would be. And the
results were quite _________EXPECTED_________. According to the survey,
people find modest jobs like charity work or gardening the most
_________ATTRACT_________. Often at the top of their list are jobs such as a
nurse or a _________TEACH_________. The study also shows that people in the
UK are very _________PRACTICE_________ and focus on dream jobs they have a
realistic chance of getting.
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44. Yoga is a very popular activity and
lots of people practise it nowadays. There is an opinion, however, that to be
_________SUCCESS_________ in this activity you should start yoga in early
childhood. This is not true! You can start yoga at any time in your life.
What you really need is enthusiasm and a good ________TRAIN__________ – yogis
often call them a guru. Yoga is not a _________COMPETE_________. You can
choose any pace that is ________COMFORT__________ for you. The aim is not to
win but to make your body flexible and strong. It’s definitely
_________POSSIBLE_________ to improve your body in a few days. It may take
lots of time but it’s worth the time and effort. Yoga is an
_________EFFECT_________ way to relax your mind. It is useful not only for
your body, but for your mind, too.
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45. At school, writing essays was a real
problem for me, and my grades were always low. _________NATURAL_________
enough, I didn’t like writing and tried to avoid writing lessons at all
costs. I thought I didn’t have enough _________IMAGINE_________ for any kind
of writing. I only understood what my problem was after school. In a
_________SCIENCE_________ journal I saw an article about children’s writing
problems. The author claimed that anyone could become a good
________WRITE__________ if they learned some rules. I read and reread the
article several times. Then I tried to use the information in practice. I
have never become a professional journalists but from time to time I publish
some pieces of my _________CREATE_________ writing on my blog. My
friends find these essays and stories very ________ENJOY__________.
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46. Olivia got a camera for her
birthday. Her family was going on a trip to Washington D.C. and Olivia wanted
to take pictures of the _________WONDER_________ places she would see. The
first place where they stopped was a sandy beach. Olivia took pictures of the
ocean and the _________NOISE_________ seagulls. The birds seemed to enjoy
being photographed, but it was _________POSSIBLE_________ to go too close to
them. Olivia had to take pictures from a distance. Next, the family moved on
to the centre of Washington D.C. Olivia's heart was beating with
________EXCITE__________. She got great shots of the White House, the Capitol
and some other _________FAME_________ buildings. _________FINAL_________, it
was time to head home. Olivia thought about how her friends would be
surprised to see her pictures.
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47. The 5th of November is Guy Fawkes
Night. This holiday is also known as Bonfire Night as lighting bonfires is an
essential part of the ________CELEBRATE__________. _________NATURAL_________,
it’s one of the favourite holidays for children – they simply can’t miss the
firework display. Most parents allow their children to stay outdoors till
late at night. It would be _________FAIR_________ to make them stay at home
when the sky is lit up with colours. However, children should never be left
on their own - bonfires and fireworks are potentially ________DANGER__________.
Emergency reports say the number of people needing medical care increases on
this night. Some of them have been _________CARE_________ with fire. In spite
of the excitement, the children may also catch a cold on this November night.
Warm jumpers, coats and gloves are more ________USE__________ than ever.
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48. Last year, I became a volunteer in a
charity shop. It was an _________USUAL_________ job for me - I had never been
involved with charities. Our shop raised money to provide medical care for
anyone suffering from any ________ILL__________. The job was not easy but I
enjoyed it very much. All my colleagues were very helpful. Their
_________FRIEND_________ and support meant a lot to me. Andrew, my boss and
_________MANAGE_________, was a smart and well-organized person. He kept
saying that we had no right to be indifferent or ________CARE__________
because people’s lives depended on us. Working in the charity shop, I have
met some very interesting people and have learnt a lot of practical skills.
Volunteering has equipped me with experience which I’m sure will be
_________USE_________ for my future.
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49. Last year I decided to take an
English course in Britain. When I called the language school, the
_________MANAGE_________ explained to me everything about the school and the
courses. They had an _________IMPRESS_________ range of courses - for all
levels and ages. As for the accommodation, there were two options: staying in
a student hostel or living with a host family. Naturally enough, I wanted to
choose the _________NATIONAL_________ community of the hostel. However,
because of my parents’ strong _________AGREEMENT_________ with my choice, I
had to stay with the host family. And I didn’t regret it! My host family was
________WONDER__________. They told me a lot about their country and were
very curious about mine. We talked a lot and when I came back home, I could
speak English ______FLUENT______!
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50. I arrived in Liverpool in the
afternoon. It was a _________RAIN_________ day but the weather couldn’t spoil
my excellent mood – I was in Liverpool! Many people associate this city with
the _________FAME_________ musical band, the Beatles.
It’s true, the Beatles are everywhere,
but today it’s also _________POSSIBLE_________ to imagine Liverpool without
its other great passion: football! The city is home to two teams: Liverpool
and Everton. Everton is older and was more _________SUCCESS_________ in the
past, but since the 1990s it has been Liverpool’s time to shine. I’ve been
Liverpool’s _________SUPPORT_________ since I was a small boy. The team is
based at the Anfield stadium. I have watched games there twice. It was very
_________EXCITE_________ and it was one of the most important memories of my
childhood.
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51. Last year I learnt Spanish in Barcelona.
Spain is an _________AMAZE_________ country and I enjoyed my time there very
much. My flatmates were two girls from Germany. They were nice but
_________COMMUNICATE_________ was a real problem for us because I didn’t
speak German and they didn’t speak English, my first language. Sometimes we
felt absolutely ________HELP__________ because we were not able to understand
each other. However, it gave us additional motivation to learn Spanish! Very
soon my teacher told me that I was speaking it _________FLUENT_________. He
was happy with my progress. My flatmates’ grades were
_________IMPRESS_________ too! It proved that practice is very important and
if you want to speak a foreign language like a native
_________SPEAK_________, you should practise it a lot.
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52. Sam went to the giant aquarium near
his house at least three times a week. He liked the fish and crabs, but the
most _________WONDER_________ creatures there were sharks. Sam could watch
them for hours. He took photos through the glass and collected
_________INFORM_________ about them. It surprised him how fast a massive
shark could be. Before the aquarium opened, Sam thought it was
________POSSIBLE__________ for sharks to be so quick and graceful. He knew
that sharks were _________DANGER_________ but they seldom attacked people.
Many people, however, had hunted them and sharks had become endangered.
_________FORTUNATE_________, now there were laws protecting sharks. In the
future, Sam wanted to be a _________SCIENCE_________ and study sharks in the
wild.
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53. There is a popular opinion that all
children are talented. It’s true - children are curious and have a good
_________IMAGINE_________. It helps them make _________AMAZE_________ things
from very routine objects like stones, leaves, or strips of fabric. Coloured
paper, watercolours and pencils stimulate their _________CREATE_________
minds a lot too! However, sometimes parents may _________APPROVE_________ of
their children’s artistic activities like drawing on the walls and indoor
experiments with fireworks. But _________PUNISH_________ is not a good
solution! Any art activity develops children’s brains and stimulates their
ability in science. Be _________CARE_________ with your children’s natural
talents. Never stop them doing an activity but instead create an appropriate
and safe environment for it.
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54. Recently my neighbour Michael
Wilkins got a job in sales. However, soon he found out that being a sales
_________MANAGE_________ did not make him happy. He had to work long hours,
and the job was _________STRESS_________ and demanding. The atmosphere in the
office was very _________FRIENDLY_________ and the workers often quarreled
with each other. So Michael decided to look for a more
________ATTRACT__________ job. In the local newspaper, he saw an
_________ADVERTISE_________ from a pizzeria. It was close to his house and
they needed a waiter. Michael decided to apply and didn’t regret it.
“It’s good to feed people. I enjoy
seeing them smile – it’s important, isn’t it?” Michael says.
Next week he’s going to take a cooking
course. On completing it, he will be able to make _________TASTE_________
pizzas himself!
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55. Jenny doesn’t have many friends, but
she has lots of books. Jenny likes fantasy stories best. She has a rich
________IMAGINE__________ which takes her to magical lands. Jenny often feels
like she is a part of the story. She enjoys being in someone else's shoes,
living in an _________ABSOLUTE_________ different world. When reading, Jenny
may turn into a princess or become a mountain _________EXPLORE_________. She
can see _________FANTASY_________ creatures and amazing places with her own
eyes. Books are ideal friends for Jenny. They are entertaining and helpful.
They can give her some _________PRACTICE_________ advice when she needs it
and keep quiet when she doesn’t want to communicate. Books never
_________AGREE_________ with her and they never argue.
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56. Father's Day in the UK is on the
third Sunday in June. We enjoy this day very much and always arrange a
_________CELEBRATE_________ at home. Our dad deserves it – he is the most
_________AMAZE_________ person I’ve ever met. He works as a train
_________DRIVE_________ and he loves his job, though it takes time and
energy. He cannot spend lots of time with us, but when he is at home, we have
a _________FANTASY_________ time all together. Dad is a very
_________CREATE_________ person and often invents new games for us. There are
three children in our family and we always prepare a present for our dad
together. Last time it was a large, _________COLOUR_________ book about the
history of trains. The book starts with the invention of the first train and
tells the whole story of the railway up to the present day.
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57. The Grand National is a horse race
which is held every year in Liverpool. This _________COMPETE_________
involves a four-mile race, during which the horses have to go over 30 fences.
The most _________FAME_________ horse in the Grand National was called 'Red
Rum'. He was the _________WIN_________ of the race three times during the
1970s. The race is not only a sporting event but a _________FASHION_________
social event too. Men and women wear beautiful clothes, and the tickets to
the race are very ________EXPENSE__________. The Grand National is broadcast
all over the world and around 500 to 600 million people watch it. However,
though there are lots of horse racing fans, many people think it’s
_________FAIR_________ and cruel to make the animals race and jump for
people’s entertainment.
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58. I’ve worked in an office for many years.
It’s a very _________STRESS_________ job and recently I’ve taken up a new
hobby - gardening. My grandmother was a very good _________GARDEN_________.
She never did gardening as a job but for pleasure and
________ENTERTAIN__________. She had the so-called “green fingers” - the
flowers and fruit trees she planted grew very _________QUICK_________. I wish
I were as skillful as she was. It’s a pity my family does not share my
interest in gardening. My children _________LIKE_________ working outdoors.
They prefer using the computer indoors. I don’t argue with them. Arguing and
quarrelling makes me feel _________NERVE_________ and unhappy but cannot
change the situation. I hope one day they will join me in the garden.
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59. Lots of companies do business online.
They sell goods and services, or provide _________INFORM_________ to the
general public. Doing business online is less _________EXPENSE_________ and
more convenient than running a traditional business, with offices and lots of
employees. Surprisingly enough, there are lots of very young people among
online businessmen. In spite of their age, they are quite
_________SUCCESS_________ and professional. For example, Ben Collins started
his own online company when he was _________REAL_________ young. He was only
17. He says, “My business is ________NATIONAL__________ - we work with people
from different countries. In a real office, some people would
_________AGREE_________ that someone of my age could be a boss, but when I
work online, nobody cares how old I am.”
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60. My mum enjoys gardening and I like
helping her. Mum says that my grandfather was a ______FARM______ and that he
loved working with the earth. He was a nice and ___FRIEND___ person, because
nature always makes people better. ______FORTUNATELY______, I didn’t know him
as he died before I was born. We grow ______BEAUTY______ flowers and fruit
trees. We have some garden furniture – a wooden table and four
______COMFORT______ chairs. The neighbours often come round, and we have
outdoor tea parties.
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61. I love music. Since my childhood.
I’ve played many ______DIFFER______
musical instruments: the piano, the guitar, and even the drums.
My music ______TEACH______ sometimes
says that I have a gift for music, and I hope she’s right.
______RECENT______, I’ve joined our
school band and we are going to take part in a modern music concert.
We are also invited to participate in
the city music ___COMPETE__ in June.
It is a great chance for a young band
but, ___FORTUNATELY__, we will not be able to play there. June is our exam
time and we'll have to focus on our studies.
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We went to France last weekend to
visit my grandma. She lives in the countryside in a nice
______TRADITION______ house. I like her house very much. There’s old wooden
furniture in the rooms and ______WONDER______ pictures on the walls. Grandma
has a large ______COLLECT______ of old pictures. Some of them were painted by
an ____ART___ who lived next door to her. He was very talented but,
______FORTUNATELY______, he died young and didn’t become famous.
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62. Mum wants to buy a new sofa
for the sitting room. So, yesterday, we went to the largest furniture store
in the city. Mum's friend, who is a ___DESIGN___, recommended that store as
the best in the city.
However, we didn’t buy anything
because Mum couldn't make a ______DECIDE______ about what she liked best.
There were sofas in ______TRADITION______ and modern styles. They were
presented in ___DIFFER___ colours and patterns. The shop assistant was very
____HELP___. She patietly showed us one model after another. At last Mum
chose one of them, but, ______FORTUNATELY______, they didn’t have that model
in her favourite colour.
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63. Early in her reign, Queen Victoria and her
husband, Prince Albert, had a plan to hold a great world-wide exhibition of
modern art and design. Sir Joseph Paxton, a botanist and landscape
___DESIGN_____, won the competition to create the central exhibition hall.
The _____BUILD____ he produced is still admired by architects today. Although
at that time many thought it was ________POSSIBLE_____ to realize such a
project. In 1851, Paxton constructed his Crystal Palace – an ____AMAZE_____
glass and iron pavilion, over a third of a mile long, with 800,000 square
feet of floor space. The construction was an ultramodern iron frame with glass
panels. The exhibition was very _______SUCCESS____ – it drew over six million
visitors. _____UNFORTUNATE_____, it was taken apart in 1854.
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64. Ray Kurzweil is a very popular figure in the
field of science. He is a leading computer _____SCIENCE_____ who has made
lots of predictions about the future of humanity. So far he has written six
books about artificial intelligence, and four of them have become
___NATION____ best sellers in the USA. Ray strongly believes that soon
computer intelligence will be a billion times more ___POWER_____ than the
human brain. However, lots of experts don’t believe it and say that it is
absolutely ___POSSIBLE_____. Kurzweil disagrees with them and says that we
are already a human-machine civilization. We already use high level
technology to diagnose diseases, provide ____EDUCATE____, and develop new
technologies. Kurzweil thinks that by 2030, computers will do more
___IMPRESS____ tasks. They will be able to understand ordinary spoken
language and show emotions.
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65. Surfers Against Sewage' (SAS) was founded in
1990 by water sports enthusiasts in the UK. They are an environmental
______ORGANIZE______ that tries to protect the UK’s oceans and beaches. They
say that it may be really _____RISK______ to swim in the seas, and even
sunbathe on the beaches because of the pollution. When SAS appeared, it
informed people about the problem in quite an _____USUAL______ way. They went
to public events with their surfboards and handed out leaflets. They
_____QUICK____ attracted the attention of the media and people of Britain.
They even managed to put pressure on the _____GOVERN_____ to forbid dumping
waste in the sea, rivers and lakes. The campaign was indeed
______SUCCESS_____. Officials agreed to spend 8.5 billion pounds on cleaning
up Britain’s seas and rivers.
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66. Shepherd’s pie started as an
old English recipe. The pie gained _____POPULAR_____ in the middle ages.
During the reign of Elizabeth I, mince meat pie became a must-have food,
probably, because it was easy to cook, ____HEALTH______ and tasty. Until the
16th century potatoes were ____MAIN______ known as pig food. But later they
were accepted as a ____BASE____ food in Europe. The Shepherd’s pie recipe
changed to include potatoes as an ingredient. And the fame of the dish
doubled. Now Shepherd’s pie is considered to be a ____TRADITION_____ British
food but similar recipes can be found in other countries, although they may
have different names. In Canada, for example, a ____WAIT____ in a restaurant
would present it to tourists as Chinese pie.
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67.
St Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. St Patrick is _____FAME_____ for
his heroic deeds. People gladly believe in ______AMAZE____ tales about St
Patrick and don’t look for any historical evidence to prove them. And the
facts often _____AGREE______ with the tales. For example, an old legend says
that St Patrick drove all the snakes out of Ireland. This myth is actually
untrue. At the time snakes appeared on the planet, Ireland was
_____COMPLETE_____ covered by water. Now it is an island which means it is
surrounded by water. The water makes it ____POSSIBLE____ for snakes to get to
the island. The same _____SITUATE____ is true for New Zealand, Greenland, and
many other islands.
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68. The festival of Halloween has its
roots in Celtic traditions.
Over
2,000 years ago the Celts in Britain had a special holiday in late October to
mark the _____BEGIN_____ of winter. Another autumn _____CELEBRATE____ was
connected with the passing of the dead. These two events later became
Halloween. On Halloween children often dress up as ghosts, witches and
monsters and go around people's houses, asking for sweets. In most cases the
ghosts and witches are not frightening at all, they are even _____FUN______!
But remember that if the children don’t get the sweets, they may play some
____PLEASANT_____ joke, for example splash some water on you. Pumpkins also
______SYMBOL_____ Halloween. People ____USUAL____ make lanterns from them.
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69.
There are lots of products that help us fight bad moods and depression. If
you feel down and ____SLEEP____, just get a bar of dark chocolate from the
fridge. Chocolate will improve your mood and you’ll feel ______CHEER_____ and
happy again. This ____INFORM____ is often used in chocolate adverts.
Unfortunately, we can’t use this method too often. The positive effect does
not last long. Meanwhile chocolate is not _____HARM_____ food. It contains
fat and sugar which can make you overweight. Some people may also be allergic
to chocolate and it can affect their _____APPEAR______, causing skin
problems. The alternative and _____ABSOLUTE___ safe method to fight
depression is doing sport. It can be recommended to everyone!
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70.
It's not at all surprising that weather is a favourite topic for many people
around the world. It affects where we choose to live, what we wear, our
moods, and perhaps even our _____NATION____ character. A _____SUN_____ day
can blow away the deepest depression. And a gloomy rainy day can make you
feel lonely and ____HAPPY____. ‘I’m feeling a bit under the weather’ is a
common complaint in Britain, _____ESPECIAL_____ on Monday mornings. The
weather can really be ____RESPONSE___ for moods and scientists have proved
this fact. There is a ____CONNECT____ between our mood and the weather we are
having. But remember that good weather will have good effects on your mood
only if you spend more than 30 minutes outdoors a day.
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71.
Scientists have found that there is a direct _____CONNECT____ between
sunshine and our good mood. They noticed that people are kinder and more
____HELP____ and easy-going when the sun is out. Sunlight ____DEFINITE____
improves negative moods and makes us feel less tired and more energetic. On
the other hand, very hot weather may cause strong _____COMFORT____. As a
result, we may feel depressed, irritated and even aggressive. On
______RAIN______ days people say they're less satisfied with their lives. But
whatever the weather is, it’s important to spend enough time outdoors. Fresh
air and sports can make any day feel _____FANTASY____!
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72.
People in Britain often talk about climate and weather. They usually complain
about their ____CHANGE____ weather. However, there are parts of the world
where extreme weather causes real dangers to the _____POPULATE____.
Sandstorms, tornadoes and floods ____REGULAR____ cause massive destruction.
Lots of people become ____HOME____. To prevent this destruction, it’s
important to forecast disasters in advance. Japan is the world ____LEAD______
in using new technology for this purpose. The Japanese have also worked out
an _____EFFECT_____ system of informing people: phone companies automatically
notify their customers about emergencies and disasters. These warnings
are very efficient, and free of charge.
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73.
In 2005 the rock group The Rolling Stones released an album called ‘A Bigger
Bang’. Many critics chose it as their favourite. This isn’t very
____SURPRISE___, but just think, it's their 25th album, and the Rolling
Stones have been on the stage for more than 40 years! The lead ____SING____,
Mick Jagger, the guitarist Keith Richards and the other musicians are over
60! And they are not losing their ___POPULAR____, even nowadays. However,
they are still much more ____FAME____ for the songs they made in the 1960s
and 70s. But, you know what? Young people _____REGULAR____ listen to the
Rolling Stones with their fathers and granddads. Isn't that_____IMPRESS____?
In all aspects, theirs has been a remarkable career.
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74. They say that pop music is created
by and for young people. It often happens this way. A young ____SING_____
makes one or two good records at the start of their career. Every year, lots
of new stars become ____FAME____ but for a short time. And just a year or two
later they either ____APPEAR___ or make less interesting records. It is
difficult to find musicians who could make great records for a long time.
Lots of popular groups from the 1970s, for example, are still better known
for the songs they made in their ____SUCCESS____ past than for their more
recent recordings. Some performers leave the stage but don't lose their
____POPULAR____. They continue to appear ___REGULAR___ on TV as presenters,
or in chat and reality shows.
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75.
In Moscow, there are approximately 35,000 dogs living on the streets. Some of
these ____HOME____ animals were born there. Others are just _____LUCKY____
pets that have been abandoned by their owners. For many dogs the city may be
a ____DANGER___ place to live in. However, scientists were surprised to find
out how ____EASY____ some animals can adapt to urban life. Some dogs have
even learnt to use the city’s metro system! We still don't know how the dogs
find out when to get off the train. One ___SUGGEST___ is that they use their
excellent sense of smell to recognise the scents of their favourite
destinations. Another idea is that they are able to remember the design of
___DIFFER___ stations and find the station they need.
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76.
Most graffiti street artists are anonymous. However there are some artists
who have become globally ___FAME___. Like the twin brothers from Brazil who
call themselves Os Gemeos. They paint everything from small images to huge,
___COLOUR___ pictures of people on buildings. Another celebrity among
graffiti artists is Blek le Rat from Paris. He paints pictures of ___HOME___
people. In this way he hopes to encourage residents to think ____SERIOUS___
about the problems of these people. Another well-known artist is Faith 47
from Cape Town. She paints big bright pictures of people and animals. The
works of this ___PAINT____ can be found on pavements, empty factory
buildings, and abandoned cars. It is ____POSSIBLE____ to predict how street
art will develop in the future but we can be sure that it is here to stay!
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77.
Kelly's family loved to watch football together. Sometimes they watched
college games, but normally they watched ____PROFESSION_____ teams play. This
evening was special. Two teams were playing in the final match of the
___CHAMPION____. Kelly's favourite team had actually got to the final this
year, which ____RARE_____ happened. "They're going to win for sure! It
will be ___FAIR_____ if they lose!" Kelly thought. Watching the football
game needed the presence of the whole family and lots of tasty food. So
Kelly's mum had made barbecue meatballs. Uncle Jolyon had brought a
____SPICE___ cheese sauce and chips. Aunt Katie brought some cakes. When the
game started, everyone cheered. It seemed to Kelly that every ____PLAY_____
of her team was doing their best to win-win-win! And they did!
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78.
The Nobel Prize is a very prestigious award. Alfred Nobel, a successful
businessman and the _____INVENT_____ of explosives, established prizes for
achievements in science, literature and economics. Another award, the Oscar,
is ____PROBABLE____ the most famous prize in the film industry. The ceremony
is an ____IMPRESS____ event with lots of film stars. There are lots of
musical awards – Grammies, Brits, and the MTV awards for music, the list is
____END_____. In Britain, a writer who wins the Booker prize can expect to
see their novel at the top of the bestseller lists and compete with ‘The Da
Vinci Code’ for _____POPULAR____. The Turner Prize is an award for British
contemporary artists, and each year it causes heated discussions. Artists get
lots of money for their ____USUAL____ and sometimes even strange works.
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79.
Ecotourism is getting more and more popular. It offers two things at once:
____EDUCATE____ and entertainment. Most people agree that ecotourism is the
most _____HARM_____ branch of tourism. It makes profit without destroying
______NATURE_____ resources. When tourists choose eco trips, they stay in
local houses with local people, not in _____EXPENSE_____ hotels. They travel
on foot, by boat, bicycle or elephant to avoid pollution. However, such trips
are not at all cheap. This is ____PROBABLE____ the only disadvantage. But you
can apply the principles of ecotourism every time you go on a normal holiday.
You should remember that you're only a ____VISIT_____ and be as careful as
possible.
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80.
Ireland is the country of myths and legends. Even the local people are not
sure which of them were based on facts and which are the product of someone’s
____CREATE____ imagination. Leprechauns are ____PROBABLE____ the most famous
characters from Irish mythology. They are depicted as old bearded men. Their
____RESPONSIBLE____ is to guard the treasure of the fairies. Unfortunately,
rainbows always point to the _____LOCATE____ of the treasure and the
Leprechaun must rehide it. And there are plenty of rainbows in Ireland!
Leprechauns are always busy. They are always very ____CARE____ and try to be
invisible to people. But if you manage to catch some ____LUCKY___ Leprechaun,
he must either give you his treasure or grant you three wishes.
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81. It’s obvious that language skills
are essential for everyone today. Foreign languages are very _____USE_______
not only for travelling, but also for studying and building a career. There
are lots of ___DIFFER_____ ways to learn a new language. However, everyone
agrees that learning languages is ____POSSIBLE____ without dictionaries. The
main job of any dictionary is to explain what words mean. This can be done
via ____TRANSLATE_____ or the unknown word can be explained in other words.
It’s also good if the dictionary contains some examples of how the word is
used – it helps to understand the ____MEAN_____ much better. If you are a
busy _____LEARN_______, you probably prefer online dictionaries to paper
ones. Online dictionaries are very convenient to use if you have Internet access.
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82.
My friend, Mary, is an extraordinary girl. She has always tried new things –
new sports and new hobbies. She says life should be _____INTEREST_______ and
it should change all the time. Now she has a new idea – she wants to be a firefighter.
You may say that it is not a job for girls, but Mary will ___AGREE_____ with
this. In her opinion, putting out fires is a ____DANGER_____ job but women
are able to do it too. She has enrolled in a special training school where
they learn skills and study firefighting ____EQUIP_____. The teenagers in the
camp also learn how to work as a team, which is a very ___USE_____ skill
wherever you work. And Mary is sure her team will be effective in any
___SITUATE_____.
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83.
There is a belief that some jobs suit men better than women and some other
jobs are more appropriate for women than for men. Nowadays, women more and
more often take jobs that ______TRADITIONAL________ were done by men. A lot
of women do ___DANGER_____ and difficult jobs, becoming astronauts, pilots,
and firefighters. No one is surprised when a girl wants to be a police
officer or a train _____DRIVE____. In sports you can see a similar
____SITUATE____. Girls play football, ice hockey, go boxing and do other
sports that seem to be ______USUAL_________ for women. But the girls say that
it is ____EXCITE_____ and they cannot see any reason why they should not go
into the sport they like.
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84.
Mark is an old friend of mine. I’m very proud of our friendship because Mark
is a very ____INTEREST_____ person. He is very talented and ____CREATE_____.
He can play the piano and the violin and the guitar but he is not a
professional ____MUSIC_____. He plays only for his family and friends. We
have encouraged Mark to try singing too, but he refuses and says he has an
___PLEASANT_____ voice. That is certainly not true – he has a nice voice,
though he cannot sing very ______LOUD_________. Now we are arranging a school
band and I want to ask Mark to join it. I think if he starts performing in public,
he’ll become a more confident and more ____SUCCESS____ person.
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85.
Russia is a large country with great diversity in flora and fauna. There are
several large ____NATION_________ parks in Russia. A lot of different animals
live there. Wolves are probably the best known, and are very well studied
animals, so we have enough ______INFORM________ about their diet and
behaviour. The wolf is a good ______HUNT_________. They usually hunt wild
animals like deer and hares, but sometimes they can attack sheep, goats, and
cows. The wolf tries to avoid people and only goes into villages when he is
_______REAL______ hungry. In some ______RUSSIA________ tales, the wolf is
often represented as a clever animal that helps the main character, Ivan. The
wolf is usually direct and _____CREATE________ and helps Ivan to cope with
many difficult problems.
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86.
Learning languages is important nowadays. It is interesting and ___USE____.
Language skills help people to travel, study, and establish ___PROFESSION____
links with colleagues from other countries. Some people say that learning
languages is easy but others strongly ___AGREE____. They say that learning
languages takes a lot of time and they are not happy with their progress
anyway. Meanwhile, there are some strategies that can make you a successful
language _____LEARN____ and save your time. The first idea is watching films
in the original. If the films are ____INTEREST____, learning is just fun, not
hard work. Online and live ___COMMUNICATE____ with people in the language you
are learning also helps a lot.
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87.
I’m not a child but I still like cartoons and animated films. ___RECENT____,
I enrolled in an animation course in our university. The ____TEACH_____ of
the course explained to us how animated films are made. Basically, animation
is just a series of pictures with a character. Each picture is a little
____DIFFER_______. When you show the pictures really fast, it looks like they
are moving. Some people say animation is not a serious thing. I strongly
___AGREE_____. Animated films may be ___FUN_____ but clever and useful to
learn new skills. I believe they can be used in many spheres, and most
importantly of all in ___EDUCATE_____.
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88.
Not everyone likes street art. ____USUAL________ nobody asks owners’
permission before drawing graffiti on their houses. Sometimes the drawings
may be ___INTEREST_____ and nice but sometimes messy and ugly. What is
graffiti – a form of art or vandalism? It depends on the drawing, I think. A
friend of mine, John, is a street __ART____. He says that street art is a
form of ____COMMUNICATE____. A person can tell you nice or rude things, can’t
he? As for John, he is a really nice and ___CREATE_____ person. He enjoys
drawing _____VARY_______ characters from animated films. When my neighbours saw
his drawings, they asked him to paint some pictures on the wall of their
house. Just
to make it look brighter and more positive.
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89. What is the most eco-friendly
transport? I believe it’s the bicycle. There are a lot of bicycles on the
streets of our town and that is probably why it looks so green and
____BEAUTY___. There are cycle lanes all over the town so using your bike to
get to school or to the office is safe and convenient. ___FORTUNATELY____,
some people still prefer driving cars even for short distances. They make the
environment less _____HEALTH_____. As for me, I enjoy riding my bike very
much and all my friends say that I’m a good ____RIDE____. Next month I’m
going to take part in a regional cycling _____COMPETE_____ and I hope to win
it. I don't think I will stop riding my bicycle till I’m ____REAL____ old.
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90.
Koalas are cute animals. _____FORTUNATELY_______, it causes them lots of
problems. There are people who want to keep the cute exotic animal as a pet
which may put the koala in a really ____DANGER_____ situation. The problem is
that the koala’s diet is very specific. To stay ______HEALTH______ they
should only eat eucalyptus leaves. The leaves need to be young and fresh,
which means a person who keeps a koala should also have a lot of eucalyptus
trees. Andrew Page, a ___SCIENCE_______ who has been studying koalas for
years, says that it’s a bad idea to keep this animal as a pet. According to
him, people who try to do it usually have very little _____INFORM________
about koala’s lifestyle. And their ignorance can often cost the
___BEAUTY______ animal its life.
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