Lexical and grammatical test.
V-1.
I. Fill in the gaps. Use the words and phrases in approprinte form.
to like doing to look like somebody to feel like somebody's likings to be alike homelike
I. He … his father.
2. We all have time to do the things we …, like playing computer games.
3. A … atmosphere prevails at our restaurants and bars, where it is pleasant to have
wonderful dinner.
4. The cook in my favorite restaurant always cooks the food exactly to …
5. I always confuse you with your sister - you … so …
6. Is there any water? I … drinking something.
II. Read the words and find their definitions. Give the Russian equivalents of the words.
I. to support
2. to betray
3. to envy
4. to feel jealous
a. to behave dishonestly towards a person who believes you, to give away his I her seeret
b. to feel angry because somebody you like happens to like somebody else
c. to have a bad feeling towards somebody when you wish you had what he I she has
d. to help, to assist, to demonstrate approval of something
III. Put the verbs into the Present Perfect or the Past Simple. We (go) to the theatre last week.
4.
5. Не
(never/ taste) champagne. (not/ have) any coffee today - I feel very sleepy! (not / drink) any coffee yesterday.
(be) married for ten years (but he got divorced).
(you / ever/ go) to Central Park in New York?
7. How many books
8. She
9. She 10. Не
(she / write) so far?
(come) to London in 1997. (never / see) snow before. (be) married for thirty-five years (and he's still married now).
IV. Put the verbs into the Present Continuous or the Future Simple.
1. We (go) for a walk if it's foggy - I hate walking in the fog.
2. Teresa (study) French at morning classes next term.
3. He (visit) his granny on Monday if he'll have free time.
4. I (go) to the dentist after college so I can't play squash with you.
5. They bought tickets and (fly) home tomorrow.
А2. It had been his decision to take this …, programming course. a) Optional
А3. He wanted to get a good mark as he had hopes of becoming a software … .b) designer
А4. The exam was particularly … as he knew his future career
might be at stake. b) Frightening
А5. He gave a little gasp of … .c) Disbelief
А6. One winter evening Lena and her brother Harry … video games while their mum and
dad were watching TV. d) Were playing
А7. The sky … by flashes of lightning and the thunder was deafening. b) Was lit up
1.Why do people build houses?
People build houses because they like comfortable and safe living, not so dependent on weather conditions.
2. What were the first houses made of?
The first houses were made of wood, stones or clay.
3.Where was clay mostly used?
Clay was mostly used in hot countries.
4. Did the houses made of clay stand the test of time?
Yes, they did. Some of buildings made of clay at that time are still standing though several thousands of years passed.
5.Who discovered that stone was a good building material?
The ancient Egyptians discovered that stone can be used as a building material.
6.What were the characteristic features of the architecture of ancient Greece?
The characteristic features of the architecture of ancient Greece were houses decorated with splendid carvings, using upright pillars for supporting and decoration.
7. Did Ancient Greece influence the architecture of other countries and epochs?
The elements of ancient Greece architecture began to be used during the period of the Renaissance in Europe.
8. What famous monuments of Roman architecture still exist?
The Roman period left many architectural monuments, such as Colosseum, arch of Titus, Pantheon, and many other buildings and their relics.
9. Did ancient cultures have their own architectural styles?
Yes, they did. Many ancient cultures had their own architectural styles – ancient China, Burma, civilization of the American Indians.
10. Did archaeologists find new monuments of ancient architecture even in the 20th century?
Yes, they did. The city Machu-Picchu in Peru was found in 1911 by an American architect Hiram Bingham.
11. Is modern architecture different from ancient buildings?
Yes, it is. Modern architecture is quite different from ancient buildings.
12. Can we classify buildings of each epoch into two categories?
Yes, we can. In all epochs there are buildings that are designed to be beautiful and stand for centuries, and buildings which are built for practical purposes.
13.What are the advantages and disadvantages of the buildings made of prefabricated blocks?
The advantages of the buildings made of prefabricated blocks: very quick erection, architectural style is very strict .
The disadvantages of the buildings made of prefabricated blocks: they conduct sound and give away heat.
14.Are these houses beautiful and breathtaking? Why?
These houses aren't beautiful and breathtaking because their style is very strict, there are no ornaments.
15. Are there buildings worth admiring and following? Name some of them.
There are hundreds and hundreds of buildings worth admiring in any country. For example, Burj Khalifa in Dubai, Sydney Opera House, the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, or Queen Sofia Palace of Arts in Valencia, Spain.