Television in Our Life
The first commercial television broadcast was made on April 20, 1939 by Radio Corporation of America (RCA). Since 1939, it has become one of the most important facts of modern life. Television is very much a part of the modern world. Its effects are felt all over the world.
Television is a reflection of modern world, say some people. It shows contemporary society. It affects customs and culture, others say. Television is bad for culture because it keeps culture from growing, say still others.
Good or bad, television is difficult to avoid. Its pictures enter homes, stores, airports and factories. It is here to stay!
I. Point the information which is in the text: Television…
1. has wide influence.
2. is a modern day fact.
3. can influence culture.
4. is easy to avoid.
5. reflects the sun and the moon.
6. is found in homes.
7. can’t last long.
II. The main idea of the first paragraph is:
1. Television affects radio.
2. Television is the same as movies.
3. Television is important in the modern world.
III. The main idea of the second paragraph is:
1. Television influences culture.
2. Society and television is bad.
3. Cultures grow out of television.
IV. Complete the sentences:
1. The effects of television are ______ .
a. reflections b. commercial c. facts
2. RCA made the _______ commercial television broadcast.
a. longest b. first c. second
3. Television is not found in ______ .
a. rivers b. factories c. airports
4. It is difficult to _______ television.
a. watch b. hear c. avoid
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Практическое занятие № 33
Тема: «Путешествия по России и за рубежом».
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Travelling
Modern life is impossible without travelling. Thousands of people travel every day either on business or for pleasure. They can travel by air, by rail, by sea or by road.
Of course, travelling by air is the fastest and the most convenient way, but it is the most expensive too. Travelling by train is slower than by plane, but it has its advantages. You can see much more interesting places of the country you are travelling through.
Modern trains have very comfortable seats. There are also sleeping cars and dining cars which make even the longest journey enjoyable. Speed, comfort and safety are the main advantages of trains and planes. That is why many people prefer them to all other means.
Travelling by sea is very popular. Large ships and small river boats can visit foreign countries and different places of interest within their own country.
As for me, I prefer travelling by car. I think it's very convenient. You needn't reserve tour tickets. You needn't carry heavy suitcases. You can stop wherever you wish, and spend at any place as much time as you like.
Every year my friend and I go somewhere to the South for holidays. The Black Sea is one of the most wonderful places which attracts holiday-makers all over the world. There are many rest-homes, sanatoriums and tourist camps there.
But it is also possible to rent a room or a furnished house for a couple of weeks there. Sometimes, we can place ourselves in a tent on the sea shore enjoying fresh air and the sun all day long.
As a rule, I make new friends there. In the day-time we play volley-ball, tennis, swim in the warm water of the sea and sunbathe. In the evening I like to sit on the beach watching the sea and enjoying the sunset. I'm fond of mountaineering. So I do a lot of climbing together with my friends. Time passes quickly and soon we have to make our way back. We return home sunburnt and full of impressions.
Vocabulary:
either... or — либо... либо
by rail — по железной дороге
advantages — преимущества, достоинства
enjoyable — приносящий радость
safety — безопасность
to reserve — резервировать
tour — тур, поездка
to rent — снимать, нанимать
couple — пара
mountaineering — альпинизм
climbing — лазанье (по горам)
Задание 1. Ответьте на вопросы:
1. Why is modern life impossible without travelling?
2. What is the fastest and the most convenient way of travelling?
3. Why is travelling by sea very popular?
4. Why is travelling by car very convenient?
5. Where do you go every year?
6. Where do you make new friends?
Задание 2. Посмотрите на схему и скажите, почему люди путешествуют. Дополните схему своими вариантами.
Задание 3. Разыграйте диалог по ролям, ответьте на вопросы:
– Your passport, please.
– Here you are.
– Miss Tatyana Smirnova.
– Yes, that's right.
– How long are you going to stay in Britain?
– For three weeks.
– And what's the reason for your visit?
– I am going to do an English course in Oxford. I want to learn some more English. But first I'm planning to stay in London for three days to meet my friend.
– Have you got any documents from your college?
– Yes. Here is a copy of all the documents from the college. And this is the address of the family I'll be staying with.
– Your English sounds very good.
– Thanks. Actually, this will be my second language course in Britain.
– OK. Here is your passport and your school documents. Enjoy your stay.
– Thank you. Goodbye.
– Goodbye.
1. How long is she planning to stay in Britain?
2. What is the reason for Tanya's visit?
3. What cities is Tanya planning to visit in Britain?
4. How long is she planning to stay in London?
5. Where is she going to stay in London?
6. Did Tanya travel to Britain before? If so, how many times?