1. What are the names of the islands situated to the west of the continent of Europe?
- Great Britain, Ireland
"The larger of them is called Great Britain, and the smaller, Ireland."
2. What parts does the island of Great Britain consist of?
- consists of England, Scotland and Wales
"The island of Great Britain consists of England, Scotland and Wales."
3. What is the official name of Great Britain?
- United Kingdom
"UK (the United Kingdom) is the official name of the country, occasionally referred to as Great Britain"
4. How are the people living in the UK called?
- People of Wales are named Welsh. People of Scotland are called Scottish. People who live in Northern Ireland are called Irish.
"The residents of Wales are named Welsh, while the people of Scotland are called Scottish. The correct common name for English, Scottish and Welsh is British. Those who live in Northern Ireland are called Irish"
5. Why is the climate of the British Isles moderate?
- This is due to the warm current of the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf Stream.
"This is due to the warm current of the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf Stream."
6. What is the highest mountain in the UK?
- The highest mountain is Ben Nevis in the Highlands of Scotland
"The highest mountain is Ben Nevis in the Highlands of Scotland"
7. What are the longest and most important rivers in the UK?
- the longest rivers are the Severn and the Thames
"the longest rivers are the Severn and the Thames."
Задание 1. 1. His work was more careless than mine.
His work was the most careless in the class.
2. Basketball is more popular than tennis.
Basketball is the most popular (sport) in the USA.
3. This watch is more expensive than that one.
This watch is the most expensive in the shop
4. Tuesday is more convenient for me than Friday.
Tuesday is the most convenient for me of all week- days.
Задание 2.
1. I‘m going on a trip to New York.
2. Please make an appointment when you come.
3. My brother isn’t going with me.
4. Were you interviewed by Mr. Cooper?
5. Did you put your signature on this application form?
6. I have changed my appointment on Monday to Tuesday.
7. I can come any day besidesThursday.
Задание 3.
1. The performance must be over and there are many people leaving the theatre.
2. I don’t believe that he said it. He can’t say such things.
3. It is impossible that they should have refused to help you. They can’t break their promise.
4. Can you really mean this?
5. I’m sure my students must be at a lecture now; they never miss classes.
6. The message must be delivered in time as we received an immediate answer.
7. There is no doubt that was all prepared beforehand. He may watch you.
Відповідь:
1. What are the names of the islands situated to the west of the continent of Europe?
- Great Britain, Ireland
"The larger of them is called Great Britain, and the smaller, Ireland."
2. What parts does the island of Great Britain consist of?
- consists of England, Scotland and Wales
"The island of Great Britain consists of England, Scotland and Wales."
3. What is the official name of Great Britain?
- United Kingdom
"UK (the United Kingdom) is the official name of the country, occasionally referred to as Great Britain"
4. How are the people living in the UK called?
- People of Wales are named Welsh. People of Scotland are called Scottish. People who live in Northern Ireland are called Irish.
"The residents of Wales are named Welsh, while the people of Scotland are called Scottish. The correct common name for English, Scottish and Welsh is British. Those who live in Northern Ireland are called Irish"
5. Why is the climate of the British Isles moderate?
- This is due to the warm current of the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf Stream.
"This is due to the warm current of the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf Stream."
6. What is the highest mountain in the UK?
- The highest mountain is Ben Nevis in the Highlands of Scotland
"The highest mountain is Ben Nevis in the Highlands of Scotland"
7. What are the longest and most important rivers in the UK?
- the longest rivers are the Severn and the Thames
"the longest rivers are the Severn and the Thames."
8. What is the capital of the country?
- London.
"The capital of the country is London."
9. What type of state is the UK?
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10. Who rules the country?
- Monarchs
"For centuries monarchs ruled Britain. "