Invisibility, flight, the power to split into multiple bodies... these superhuman abilities have long been associated with ninjas. But ninjas didn’t really do all that stuff. They were just regular people with exceptional abilities. So why do people think that ninjas had super powers? Well, one reason is that ninjas were very secretive. They left behind few historical records of their activities. Since we do not know much about what they actually did, we are left to speculate. Another reason why people think that ninjas had superhuman abilities is because of how ninjas are depicted in folklore (particularly during the Edo period in Japan). In such legends and works of art, ninjas were mythicized and romanticized. In other words, writers gave ninjas super powers. Romantic notions of ninjas as superhero are perpetuated in today's media too. Maybe that’s just because people expect ninjas to have supernatural abilities these days. Ki-yah! SUMMARIZE THE TEXT

Clothes are an important part of modern life. it’s hard to imagine how people can live without clothes. there are various styles of clothes nowadays, so people can choose what to wear on different occasions. as for me, i have a good collection of clothes in my wardrobe. there are a couple of school suits which are of classic style. then i have some jeans and t-shirts for casual days. and at last, i have a couple of bright dresses for parties or special occasions. most of all i like wearing ordinary jeans with matching shirts. i think it’s not only convenient but also stylish. as for shoes, i prefer wearing sports shoes or sneakers but i need to wear some classic black shoes to school. i don’t like high heels because they are uncomfortable. i always try to keep my clothes and shoes neat. i think that clothes tell a lot about people and can make a strong impression. so if they are tidy and nice the impression will be positive. the choice of clothes also depends on seasons and weather conditions. in winter, for example, it’s important to have a warm coat and a pair of boots. a jacket and rubber boots would be nice for spring and autumn. however, my favourite time is summer, when everyone can wear light t-shirts and shorts, or sarafan and sandals.

My favourite holidayмой любимый праздникmy name is alexandra, i’m thirteen years old. my favourite holiday is my birthday. on this day i get up early, but by that time my mother already cooks food for a festive table in the kitchen. in the morning my family and friends begin to give presents and congratulate me. my parents and younger brother always want me to remember this day for a long time that’s why they decorate the flat with many-coloured little balls. on this day a lot of my friends and relations usually come to see me. when we all get together we sit down to table and begin to celebrate my birthday. everybody has a good time dances and communicates with each other, the music plays loudly. at the end of the holiday we turn off the lights and my father brings a big cake with candles. i must blow out the candles and make a wish. after that we have tea with a cake and then we dismiss the guests. i would like to celebrate my birthday every month because all our relations and friends can meet together on this day. i grow up every year but my birthday always remains the most unforgettable holiday of the year