Form 9. Term 2. Card 1.

Form 9. Term 2. Card 1.

1. Why is the art of face-reading gaining popularity?
2. What kind of people do you like? Why?
3. Do you agree that people with thin lips are determined? Why/Why not?
4. What kind of people don’t you like? Why ?

Many people believe that the shape of a persons lips can say a lot about them so the 5,000- year-old art of face-reading is gaining popularity. They say that if you take a look at the shape of someone's lips you can find out about their personality. For instance, people who have a thin upper lip and a full lower lip are energetic and like participating in a lot of activities.They are ambitious as well as they want to be successful in life.

  

I think everyone wants to be surrounded by friendly and polite people who are easy to deal with.

I  like responsible people as you can always trust them to do what you ask them to do. Such people are reliable and they will never let you down.I respect intelligent people who understand difficult subjects quickly and easily. I also like generous people who love giving things to other people and helping them.They say that these people usually have lips with down-turning corners.

According to the art of face reading, people with thin lips are determined. I know some people with thin lips and I fully agree with this statement.Such people know what they want and they do all they can to get it. They are also careful people who do their work with a lot of attention and thought. However, they tend to be reserved, they don't like showing their feelings or expressing their opinions.

They can also be mean as they don't like sharing things or spending money.

I don't like mean or greedy people. They can't be good friends. I dislike self-centred people as they seem to only care about themselves and forget about other people's feelings. No one likes bossy people who like telling other people what to do. Sensitive people are difficult to deal with as well. They get upset easily so you should always be careful of what you say to them.

Probably, there are no people without drawbacks. I think it's important to be aware of your drawbacks and try to get rid of them.

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10th form card 8 term1

Card 8 Term 1

1. Why are genes important?
2. Why do genetic engineers transfer genes from one species to another?
3. What are the effects of genetic engineering?
4. Why are some people in favour of genetic engineering?

10th form dictation unit 18

verb	noun	adjective
To heighten	height	high
To frighten	fright	Frightening, frightened
To scare	scare	scary
To contaminate	contamination	contaminated
To breathe	breath	breathing
To capture	captivity	captive
-	poverty	Poor, poverty-stricken
To starve	starvation	starving
To die	death	Dead, deadly (a deadly poison)
To exhaust	1.      Exhaust 2.      exhaustion	1.      exhausting, exhausted 2.      exhaustive(тщательный)
To simplify	simplicity	simple
To release	release	Releasing, released

10th form Card 7

Card7  10th form

1.  Why is our planet under threat?
2. Why is the destruction of rainforests dangerous?
3. What causes water and air pollution?
4. What measures can be taken in order to solve our planet's problems?

9th and 10th formers

Dear Friends!
I am really sorry but I won't be able to come to school early on  4/12/2012.
I promise to listen to all your depts on Saturday.
Ludmila Ivanovna

10th form word formation

Adjective	Noun	Verb
warm	warmth	To warm
long	length	To lengthen
broad	breadth	To broaden
wide	width	To widen
deep	depth	To deepen
weighty, weightless	weight	To weigh
simple	simplicity	To simplify
sharp	sharpness, sharpener	To sharpen
large	Largeness, enlargement	To enlarge
clear	1.      Clearance 2.      clarity	1.      to clear 2.      to clarify
courageous	courage	To encourage, to discourage

9th form dictation unit14

9th form dictation unit14

1. an endangered species
2. a nature documentary
3. to become extinct
4. to face extinction
5. a chance of survival
6. to be bred in captivity
7. to live safely in the wild
8. to breed-bred-bred
9. to be smuggled across the border
10. to value-valuable
11. This species is slowly dying out.

10th form term1 card6

1. Why are so many plants and animal species becoming extinct nowadays?
2. Why is it difficult to protect some endangered species, e.g. wolves or crocodiles?
3. What can be done to protect animals in danger?
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of national parks?

1.   Nowadays more and more plants and animal species are becoming extinct. First of all, many animals find it difficult to survive as their natural habitat is being destroyed by growing cities. The earth forested areas are in danger of disappearing completely as trees are burnt or cut down. Increased fishing, water, air and land pollution contribute to the extinction of many species as well. Thirdly,  illegal hunting threatens some rare species to become extinct. This process can be controlled if we protect animals in danger by law.However, some endangered species are difficult to protect, for example, wolves or crocodiles.

     3.   Furthermore, to save rare animals governments should introduce harsher punishment for illegal hunters            and raise public awarenesss about endangered species. We should also plant more forests and create            more national parks where endangered species will have a better chance of survival.

Form 9 Term 1.Speaking Test, 22nd November

Card 1. ( Unit 11. )
1.What environmental problems endanger our precious planet?
2.What would you do to reduce air pollution if you were the leader of your country?
3.Why is air pollution dangerous?
4.What would you do to save rare or endangered species?

 

Card 1

1. The Earth is very fragile and a lot of environmental problems endanger our precious planet nowadays. The most serous ones are pollution in its many forms such as air and water pollution, destruction of wildlife and shortage of natural resources such as water and different kinds of fuel.

2. Most pollution in big cities comes from cars and buses. If I were the leader of my country, I would ban cars …

3. Air pollution is very dangerous because it causes acid rain which kills trees and plants. Not so long ago, most of the dry land on our planet was covered with forests. Today, most of these forests, as well as many plants and animals which used to live in them, have disappeared.

4. What is more, rare and endangered animals are hunted for their valuable fur, meat, horns and tasks. If I were the leader of my country, I would allow hunters to…

All in all, people should behave in the way which is less damaging for the ecology of our planet. If they did, this would help to reduce pollution and save life on our planet.

Card 1.Question 1.(Sample 1)

There are a lot of environmental problems which endanger our planet. For example, pollution of land is caused by chemicals from factories and power stations. As a result, the land is poisoned and when farm animals eat poisoned grass, people can get serious illnesses, drinking milk or eating meat. Then, global warming causes changing of the climate. There are a lot of fires and floods nowadays because of it. So, the Earth needs our care and help. If we don’t do it, our planet will turn into dirty rubbish.

Card 2.( Unit 11. )
1. What environmental problems especially need our attention? Why?
2. What would you do to save rare or endangered animals if you were the leader of your country?
3.What happens when trees disappear?
4. How could rainforests be saved?

Card 2  Question 1.(Sample 1)

1.      There are many problems which threaten our environment and can easily bring us to a global disaster. To my mind, the most serious environmental problem is the extinction of plants and animal life. Many animals find it difficult to survive as their natural habitat is destroyed. What’s more, illegal hunting threatens some rare species to become extinct.

 Card 3.(Unit 11).
1. What do we use water for in our daily life?
2. What parts of the world suffer from water shortages? Why?
3. How can we save water at home?
4. What measures should be taken in order to save our planet’s water supplies?


Card 4 (Unit 11).

1. What ecological problems do big cities suffer from?
2. What could be done to improve air pollution in big cities?
3. How could the governments solve the problem of litter in the streets?
4. Would it be a good idea to create more parks in big cities? Why?

Card 4 (Unit 11). Sample1.

    Big cities have a lot of ecological problems. The most serious ones are overpopulation, lack of drinking water, the problem of rubbish, traffic noise and air pollution.

    Air pollution is a serious problem as many people in big cities suffer from different illnesses because of it. We could help the situation if the governments improved public transport. Then people would leave their cars at home. Also, if people used bicycles, the cities would be less polluted. Finally, if we had more trees and green areas, we would have more oxygen to breathe.

    The streets of big cities are covered with litter and look untidy. The governments could solve the problem if they put bins on every street corner. Then people would not drop litter everywhere. What is more, it would be a good idea to collect and recycle paper to save trees and forests.

    There are many accidents on the roads of big cities when children are seriously injured or killed. It happens because they often play in the streets. If we created more parks, children would be able to play safely. What is more, they could spend more time in the fresh air and be close to nature.

     All in all, our cities should be planned more carefully. Better public transport and rubbish collection, along with more parks and other green areas would make our cities more environmentally friendly and healthier places to live in.

Card 5.(Unit 12.)

1. Why is the Alton Towers Hotel popular in Britain?
2. What impresses its guests first?
3. Why is nobody bored at the Alton Towers Hotel?
4. Would you recommend the hotel to your friends? Why/Why not?

Card 6 (Unit 12.)

1. When is the best time to go to the Ice Hotel? Why?
2. What makes it extraordinary?
3. Why is staying in it extreme?
4. What is there to have an active rest?

 Card 7.( Unit 13 )

1. When and why is the Hamamatsu Kite Festival held?
2. What are the preparations for the festival?
3. What happens during the celebration?
4. Why is the festival popular with tourists?


Card 8. ( Unit 13.)
1. What kinds of entertainment are popular with teenagers? Why?
2. When and where did you go to the rock concert last? Why?
3. Did you enjoy that concert? Why/Why not?
4. How did you feel after the concert? Why?


Question 1. Sample.

There is a wide choice of places where people can entertain themselves. They are theatres, cinemas, concert halls, restaurants and nightclubs. As to teenagers, they prefer places where they can feel adrenaline rush and have fun in a good company. So, they often choose a funfair where they take a risky ride on a roller –coaster or walk through a haunted house. Also, rock concerts are for them as at the concerts they are a part of a fan-team that gives them a chance to express their emotions freely, dancing and singing their favourite songs.


. Card 9 (Unit 14)
.
1. Do you agree that dogs are perfect pets?Why?
2. What are main arguments for having dogs as pets?
3. What are the arguments against having dogs as pets at home?
4. What is your conclusion on the topic?

BUSINESS ENGLISH WORDS PART 1

1.      

1.       Match the words with their Russian equivalents

1.       Recruitment, to recruit 2.       Absentee record 3.       Come up to expectations 4.       Deliver 5.       High-flier 6.       Steady performer 7.       To bear in mind 8.       Ability 9.       Low-esteem (self-esteem) 10.   Cope with smth (situation, problems) 11.   Skills 12.   Groom for smth (for a job)

A)     Надежный исполнитель B)      Оправдывать надежды, ожидания C)      Набор персонала, набирать персонал D)     Сведения об отсутствии на работе E)      Помнить, иметь в виду F)      Справиться, совладать с чем-либо G)     Оказаться на высоте положения, оправдать ожидания H)     Способность, умение I)        Навыки J)       Низкая оценка (самооценка) K)      Готовить к определенной деятельности, уделяя этому особое внимание L)       Умный человек, способный выдвинуться

9TH FORM TERM1 Card 8.

9TH FORM TERM1 Card 8.

1. What kinds of entertainment are popular with teenagers? Why?
2. When and where did you go to the rock concert last? Why?
3. Did you enjoy that concert? Why/Why not?
4. How did you feel after the concert? Why?


Question 1. Sample.

 There is a wide choice of places where people can entertain themselves. They are theatres, cinemas, concert halls, restaurants and night clubs. As to teenagers, they prefer places where they can feel the adrenaline rush and have fun in a good company. So, they often choose a funfair where they take a risky ride on a roller –coaster or walk through a haunted house. Also, rock concerts are for them as at the concerts they are a part of a fan-team that gives them a chance to express their emotions freely, dancing and singing their favourite songs.

10TH FORM TERM1 CARD 5

Olympic Games

 The Olympic Games are the most important sporting event in the world that began in ancient Greece. The original Greek games took place every forth year for several hundred years, until they were brought to an end in the early Christian era. The Olympic Games were renewed in 1896, and since then they have been staged every forth year, except during World War 1 and World War 2. Beginning in 1924 Winter Olympics were included. They were held in the same year as the Summer Games, but starting in 1994, the Winter Games are held two years after the Summer Games.

Perhaps the main difference between the ancient and modern Olympics is that for the ancient Greeks the Games were a way of saluting their gods, when the modern Olympics are a manner of saluting the athletic talents of people of all nations. The original Olympics included competitions in music, oratory, and theatre performances as well. The modern Games haven’t got them, but represent a lot of sports. For two weeks and a half any international conflicts must be stopped and replaced with friendly competitions. This is the noble idea on which the modern Olympic movement is based.

         The modern Olympic Games are currently at the very peak of their development. Hundreds of athletes prepare for the Games their whole lives and those who make it to the Olympic podium become an example to millions of others. Their achievements remain part of the history of the sport and of the Olympic Movement forever. The 2012 Summer Olympics were held in London. Russia was the forth after the USA, China and Great Britain and won 82 medals including 24 gold ones.  In medal-winning terms, Russia's London 2012 performance marked an improvement on Beijing 2008, improving from 23 gold medals to 24 and up from a total of 73 medals to 82.

     The 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi will be holding events in 15 disciplines of 7 winter sports:

   biathlon, bobsleigh( bobsleigh and skeleton), curling, ice hockey, luge, skating (figure skating, short track speed skating and speed skating), and skiing(alpine, cross country, nordic combined, ski jumping, freestyle and snowboard).

The 2014 Olympics will be the most compact Winter Games in the history of the Olympic Movement. It will be possible to get from one venue to another in just a matter of minutes and all Olympic and Paralympic competition will take place in the same venues. It is for this reason that all athletic facilities for the Sochi 2014 Games are being built with the needs of disabled people in mind.

Eleven athletic venues will be built for the Sochi 2014 Games, which will be divided into two clusters—mountain and coastal. The clusters will be located within 48km of each other, which is less than a 30 minute ride along a new railway.

Each cluster will contain an Olympic Village. The travel time from the Olympic Village to a competition venue in the coastal cluster will be no more than five minutes. Additionally, travel time from the Olympic Village to a competition venue in the mountain cluster is less than 15 minutes.

The central focus of the coastal cluster will be the Olympic Park. It will connect up all competition venues, the parking zone and the infrastructure elements. For the first time in the history of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, all ice arenas will be within walking distance of one other. The Olympic Park will be able to accommodate about 70,000 visitors when full. The Mountain Cluster will include Biathlon and Ski Complexes, a Bobsleigh Track, a Ski Center, a Ski Jump Complex, as well as a Snowboard Park and Freestyle Center.

The Hare, Polar Bear and Leopard have been chosen as the official Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games mascots following the results of a public vote during the live television show "Talismaniya Sochi 2014 - The Final” on Channel One. The Ray of Light and the Snowflake will be the Paralympic Winter Games mascots in 2014.

Summer sports

Archery • Athletics • Badminton • Basketball • Boxing • Canoeing • Cycling • Diving • Equestrian • Field hockey • Fencing • Football • Gymnastics • Handball • Judo • Modern pentathlon • Rowing • Sailing • Shooting • Swimming • Synchronized swimming • Table tennis • Taekwondo • Tennis • Triathlon • Volleyball • Water polo • Weightlifting • Greco-Roman Wrestling

Winter sports  

Alpine skiing • Biathlon • Bobsleigh • Cross-country skiing • Curling • Figure skating • Freestyle skiing • Ice hockey • Luge • Nordic combined • Short track speed skating • Skeleton • Ski jumping • Snowboarding • Speed skating

1. Биатлон Biathlon                                          
2. Бобслей Bobsleigh                                        
3. Горнолыжный спорт Alpine skiing                                                            
4. Кёрлинг Curling                                                                                          
5. Конькобежный спорт Speed skating                                  
6. Лыжное двоеборье   Nordic combined                                                                              
7. Лыжные гонки Cross country skiing                                   
8. Прыжки с трамплина     Ski jumping                                                                      
9. Санный спорт Luge                                    
10. Скелетон Skeleton                                                                                                              
11. Сноубординг            Snowboarding                                                                       
12. Фигурное катание    Figure skating                                                                        
13. Фристайл      Freestyle skiing                                                                                  
14. Хоккей           Ice hockey                                                                                                    
15. Шорт-трек Short track speed skating

 Card 5

1. What is the history of the Olympic Games?
2. Are the ancient and modern Olympics different? Why?
3. Why are the modern Olympic Games so popular?
4. What makes the 2014 Winter Games unique?