Определите, в каких функциях употреблен глагол to be в следующих предложениях: a) модальный; с) вс смысловой; d) глагол-связка. 1. Our company is interested in different consumer goods.

2. English is the main language of the business world.

3. The development of foreign trade is of great importance for any country.

4. This company was to sign a contract.

5. Bank notes are issued by the central bank.

6. London is on the Thames.

7. The conference was attended by representatives of different countries

At school we study a lot of subjects: Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Geography and many others.Many of them are really interesting and useful, however, I've always preferred Humanities.I was fascinated about Ukrainian and world literature and History, but English has always been my favourite subject.There are several reasons for that.Among many languages English — as the most widespread language in the world and, besides, as the international computer language — is, to my mind, the most important.What is more, it is a very melodic language.It is a language with a long history.Many traditions of English people are reflected in their language.Moreover, to study a foreign language means to learn more about the country: its culture, history and traditions, and people: their lifestyles and attitudes.Such interest in other people's life usually broadens up your mind, makes you more tolerant to people's opinion and helps you to understand people of another culture.And just think of the possibility of being able to talk freely to a foreigner about business, politics, culture, sport and hobbies!So, the knowledge of the English language gives you the freedom to express your opinion and to understand other people both in our country and abroad.Our lessons of English have always been varied and exciting.Although sometimes we have to do such difficult things as doing grammar exercises, learning large texts and dialogues by heart, the majority of other activities are interesting: we learn rhymes and proverbs, write essays, and even play games!For translation and connection to the Internet, we often use a variety of gadgets.I use my ipad mini 32gb.Our teacher often gives us topics for discussion — a kind of a «hot potato».We discuss a problem in groups and then express our ideas on the point.In fact, I like texts for listening most: they are often funny, with an interesting plot and unpredictable ending.Frankly speaking, I use the possibility to improve my English not only during the school classes, but at home as well.In order to deepen my knowledge of the subject, I watch video films and TV programmes in English (English Club is the one I like most), read news in English on the Internet and do interactive exercises.

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Far from Russia in the southern hemisphere The earth is an extraordinary country called Australia. Australia is a continent. This is a country of striking contrasts. There you can find everything: big bouncy proud, vast deserts, wetlands tropical forest with damp climate, sandy beaches and fields of Golden wheat. On one coast grow citrus fruits, apples, pears, peaches and apricots. On the other coast location very small number of people is dry and hot. Here you will see only the lonely standing farm.