Прочитайте текст и выполните к нему задания. The Dead Sea*, the saltiest body of water of the Earth and a wonderful natural treasure, is becoming smaller and smaller because of decisions* by people to use part of its waters.The Dead Sea is located in the lowest point of the Earth, almost 400 metres below sea level. It is 50 kilometres long. Just 40 years ago it stretched 80 kilometres in length.One of the main reasons for the sea’s shrinking* is lack of water. 90 % of the waters that flow from the Jordan River, which traditionally goes into the Dead Sea, is taken for drinking and agriculture in Israel and Jordan. Besides, local industry adds to the Dead Sea’s problems. They use the water for getting necessary minerals. It’s a real disaster for the Sea. It can be saved – but time is running out. *The Dead Sea - Мертвое море; *decision - решение; *shrinking - уменьшение *
21. Where is the Dead Sea located?
a) At the highest point of the Earth
b) At the hottest place of the Earth
c) At the lowest point of the Earth
22. What is the main reason for the reduction part of the Dead Sea’s water? *
a) People take water from the Jordan River for their needs
b) 90% of the Jordan waters is taken for drinking and agriculture in Israel and Jordan
c) Tourists come to the Sea for treating
23. According to the text how long is the Dead Sea now?
a) 50 kilometres
b) 400 metres
c) 80 kilometres
Dniester Canyon
The Dniester Canyon is a masterpiece of nature on the Dniester River. The area is so peculiar due to the mountains, approaching close to the river and forming a winding canyon. Its total length is 155 miles (250 km). At the foot of the canyon are villages and towns, which are also rich in architectural monuments: prehistoric caves, ancient churches, numerous waterfalls, healing springs and fascinating parks. It is not surprising, that Dniester Canyon area is one of the seven natural wonders of Ukraine.
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It's spring now. March, April and May are spring months. The weather is fine in spring. It is cool or warm. It sometimes rains. In May it is very warm. You can see flowers in the fields.
It is summer. June, July and August are summer months. It is hot and sunny in summer. The weather is nice. The days are long and the nights are short. The fields and trees are green. Children run and play in the streets.
October and November are autumn months. It is cool in autumn. The weather is rainy and windy. The trees are yellow and red. There are many fruits and vegetables in the gardens.
It's winter. December, January and February are winter months. The weather is cold in winter. It usually snows. The streets and the fields are white. The days are short and the nights are long. Children play snowballs in the streets.
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Сейчас весна. Март, апрель и май весенние месяцы. Весной хорошая погода . Бывает прохладно или тепло. Иногда идет дождь. В мае очень тепло. В полях можно видеть цветы.
Лето. Июнь, июль и август месяцы лета. В летнее время жарко и солнечно. Погода хорошая. Дни длинные, а ночи короткие. Поля и деревья зеленые. Дети бегают и играют на улицах.
Осень. Сентябрь, октябрь и ноябрь осенние месяцы. Осенью прохладно. Погода дождливая и ветреная. Деревья желтые и красные. В садах много фруктов и овощей.
Зима. Декабрь, январь и февраль зимние месяцы. В зимний период холодная погода. Как правило, идет снег. Улицы и поля белые. Дни короткие, а ночи длинные. Дети играют в снежки на улицах.