Test "Great Britain" (9)

Test "Great Britain" (9)

Form 9

Topic  Great Britain

V-I

I Choose the words from the box that correspond to the definitions. Three words are extra

a) a convention	d) a ford	g) refurbishment
b) a venue	e) to rebel	h) to revolve
c) to inscribe	f) mankind	i) to exist

1) To be real; to be present in a place or situation; to live. 2) An official agreement between countries or leaders. 3) All humans, thought about as one large group; the human race. 4) A process of cleaning and decorating a room (building), etc. in order to make it more attractive or useful. 5) To move around smth in a circle. 6) A place where people meet for an organized event, a concert, a sporting event or a conference.

II Complete the sentences with the words from the box

a) revolt	c) launch	e) sightseeing
b) landmark	d) desirable	f) refurbishment

1) This company has planned to … a programme of reconstruction of this landmark at the beginning of the next year. 2) Local authorities have done the … of the castle in order to attract more tourists to it. 3) It was obvious that the people would … against the government. 4) This university is one of the most … places to study at. 5) … is a good way to learn more about the places you visit. 6) The Washington Monument is a popular historical … .

III Rewrite the sentences using the Gerund

1) We could go on a tour around the city. – He suggested ________________.

2) They agreed to visit the Museum of Fine Arts. – They didn’t mind _______.

3) She wants to see your paintings very much. – She is looking forward to ___.

4) We would like to go shopping first. – We prefer _____________________.

IV You are in Great Britain. You’ve decided to send a postcard to your Ukrainian friend. Write a postcard. Include the following points:

-          What city/town you are in;

-          Where you are staying;

-          What the weather is like;

-          How you like the food;

-          What places you have already visited;

-          What you are going to do

-          Say “Best regards” to smb.

Form 9

Topic  Great Britain

V-II

I Choose the words from the box that correspond to the definitions. Three words are extra

a) to inscribe	d) to revolt	g) a landmark
b) mankind	e) to revolve	h) a site
c) to marvel	f) a ford	i) to launch

1) A building or a place that is very important because of its history and that should be preserved. 2) To start an activity, especially an organized one. 3) To write or cut words, your name, etc. onto smth. 4) A shallow place in the river where it is possible to drive or walk across. 5) To rebel, to take violent actions against the people in power. 6) To be very surprised or impressed by something.

II Complete the sentences with the words from the box

a) heritage	c) mankind	e) exist
b) medieval	d) announce	f) revolve

1) Do you think the ghost really … ? 2) These works of art are considered of great importance to Ukraine’s national … . 3) Using graphics software, you can … the image on the screen and create new pictures. 4) The tourists enjoyed the excursion to the … castle on the south bank of the river. 5) The government has decided to … this place as one of the wonders of our country. 6) If the Earth’s temperature rises, it will be a disaster to all … .

III Rewrite the following sentences using the Gerund

1) They would like to go sightseeing around London. – They prefer __________.

2) He agreed to meet us at the station. – He didn’t mind ___________________.

3) We want to visit this exhibition very much. – We are looking forward to ______.

4) We can buy souvenirs in the shopping centre. – The guide suggested _______.

IV You are in Great Britain. You’ve decided to send a postcard to your Ukrainian friend. Write a postcard. Include the following points:

-          What city/town you are in;

-          Where you are staying;

-          What the weather is like;

-          How you like the food;

-          What places you have already visited;

-          What you are going to do

-          Say “Best regards” to smb.