D) Rewrite the following impersonal sentences in negative form.

1. It was a good holiday

2. It was a very cold day yesterday

3. It is necessary to send it urgently

4. It is a convenient train

5. It was difficult to recognize him at once

6. It was interesting to read this article

7. It is exciting to climb in the mountains

8. It was an important experiment

Numerals in English is a part of speech that defines the number or the order of items. There are simple numerals (1-12), derivative numerals (13-19) and composite numerals (for example: 21, 67, 147). There are cardinal and ordinalnumerals in the English language. 1) Cardinal numerals show the number of certain items. They correspond to the interrogative word “How many?” 2) Ordinal numerals are used to show the order of items. They correspond to the question starting with the word “Which?” Example: Such words as “a hundred”, “a thousand” and “a million” are nouns, not numerals. If these words are used in a singular form, they always go with the indefinite article “a” or the numeral “one”.   Listening 1. Ashley: Hey, Jake. Are you ready for your trip? Jake: Well, not really. I still have to buy some clothes. Ashley: Well, what's the weather like where you're going? Jake: Well, uh, it's really hot in the summer, so I'm going to buy some shorts, sandals, and a few t-shirts. Ashley: What about the rest of the year? Jake: People say that the fall can still be warm until November, so I'm going to buy some jeans and a few casual shirts. Ashley: Will you need any warm clothes for the winter? Jake: Well, the weather doesn't get too cold, but it often snows in the mountains, so I'm going to buy a couple of warm sweaters, a jacket, and a hat. I don't have room in my suitcase to pack a coat, so I'm going to wait until I get there and buy it when I really need it. Ashley: Are you going to take anything else? Jake: They say it rains cats and dogs in the spring, but again, I'll probably just wait and pick up a raincoat or an umbrella later on. But, I'm going to take a good pair of shoes because I plan on walking to and from school everyday. Ashley: Do you need any clothing for formal occasions? Jake: Well, you never know when you might need something on the spur of the moment for a wedding or maybe someone's graduation, or a nice date, so I'll probably take some nice slacks, a dress shirt, and a couple (of) crazy ties or two. Ashley: Um, that makes sense. Jake: And I'll just rent a suit or tuxedo if I need anything more formal. Hey, maybe I'll get married. Ashley: You? Married? Hah! Jake: Wait. What are you trying to say? Ashley: I just can't imagine you decked out in a tuxedo for any formal occasion. [What?!] I mean, for high school graduation, you wore an old pair of jeans and tennis shoes. Jake: Hey, there was a reason for that, so let me explain. [Yeah, ha, ha.] No, really. You see, it goes like this . . .   Начало формы Конец формы rest (noun): what is left over after everything else has be used, eaten, etc. - Wow. Your suitcase is already full of shirts and shoes. What are you going to do with the rest of your clothing? room (noun): space - Do you have any room in your backpack for a couple more books? pack (verb): fill a suitcase, box, or another container - You'd better start packing your bags tonight so we don't have to rush out the door tomorrow. rain cats and dogs (idiom): rain very hard - Last night, I was walking home from work when it began raining cats and dogs. Unfortunately, I didn't have my umbrella with me. pick up (phrasal verb): buy something - Could you pick up some white socks from the store on your way home from work? formal occasion (noun): an important event where people wear special clothing and behave politely - I sometimes rent a tuxedo for formal occasions. I don't want to buy one that I will only wear once every few years. on the spur of the moment (idiom): without planning or preparation - She always makes decisions on the spur of the moment, so you never know what she's planning. slacks (noun): good-quality pants - You don't have to wear a suit to the event, but you might want to wear a pair of nice slacks and a conservative tie. make sense (idiom): have a clear meaning or a sensible explanation - It makes sense to ask teachers to wear a nice shirt and tie to work. be decked out (idiom): dressed in formal clothes for special occasions - Everyone was shocked when my brother came to the barbecue decked out in a white tuxedo. Then, we realized he came to propose to his girlfriend.

Post-listening exercises

What does the man plan to wear during the summer months?
A. a cool hat
B. casual shoes
C. light pants

2. What is one thing the man is NOT going to pack for the winter season?
A. a coat
B. some sweaters
C. a jacket

3. What is the weather like in the spring?
A. It's windy.
B. It's rainy.
C. It's cool.

4. What is an example of an occasion where the man might need formal clothes?
A. a party
B. a business meeting
C. a wedding

5. What did the man wear to his high school graduation?
A. jeans and tennis shoes
B. a casual shirt and tie
C. a suit and dress shoes

Writing

Describe a picture; use the following words and clichés: There is…\there are…, I think…, in my opinion…, as well as… also. Customer, shop assistant, expensive, cheap, to buy, to sell, to bargain.

2. Write about your personal style; what do you prefer wearing? Why?

Reading

Pre-reading task:give the definition to the words: Shop, gift, credit card.

Shopping is a necessary part of life which very few people can avoid. It is a daily routine for some people. Some people shop for pleasure while other people go shopping just to buy the necessary items in order to survive. The weekend is usually a good time to go shopping because people have free time from work. At this time the shops are usually very busy because people try to get the best items for the lowest price before the item runs out of stock.

Some people go shopping more regularly than other people to browse products in shops even when they do not have much money. This is known as window shopping and allows people to plan ahead and save for the things they want to buy in the future or wait for the items to drop in price. Some people spend a lot of time looking for bargains while others do not think of the price and are happy to spend a lot. Some people believe that the more expensive the item, the better the quality, but this is not always true. It is sensible to buy items which are affordable, but some people use a credit card or borrow money from the bank so that they can buy the items they really want rather than wait for it.

Sometimes shopping can be stressful when choosing a gift to buy other people for a special occasion. It is common to buy a gift voucher so that a friend or loved one can go shopping themselves at their own convenience. Shopping online is often popular with people who have a busy lifestyle. People are able to order their necessary and luxury items from the comfort of their own home, or even on the move. Delivery is usually free and items are often cheaper than in shops on the high street. The only real problem is that the item description and quality may be different than what they hoped for. This could mean the customer may become disappointed with the item they receive and will need to return it at their own cost. People who go to shops to do their shopping often use self-service payment machines. This usually saves time as the shopper does not need to join a long queue. However, it can be frustrating when the machine has a problem and the sales assistant is not always available to help.

Начало формы

1) Why is the weekend a good time to go shopping?

A) It is very busy on the weekend.
B) People are free from work.
C) Things are usually cheaper.
D) The shops are closed.

2) What are people doing when they go shopping just to have a look and not to buy?

A) Bargain hunting
B) Window shopping
C) They do not have much money
D) Looking for the best quality

3) What do some people usually think about items of better quality?

A) They are cheaper
B) They are harder to find
C) They are more expensive
D) They are on sale

4) When can shopping be stressful?

A) When shops are about to close
B) When it is very busy
C) When buying a gift for someone
D) On the weekend

5) Is there sometimes a problem with online shopping?

A) No the shops are open 24 hours a day
B) Yes with the quality and description of the item
C) Yes there are too many queues
D) No there are no problems

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Tasks for self-study

a) Divide the following impersonal sentences into three groups: “Nature and weather”, “Time and distance, “Attitude to the fact”.

1. It always rains in autumn.

2. It was impossible to reach her by phone.

3. It snowed heavily last December.

4. It was six o’clock already.

5. It is much cheaper to get here by train.

6. It was getting cold.

7. It is early morning.

8. It's 10 degrees above zero.

9. It’s quite expensive to buy a brand new car.

10. It’s quite far from the post-office.

11. It will be 5 kilometres to the village.

12. It was quiet and mysterious up in the mountains.

13. It wasn’t cloudy this afternoon.

14. It’s noon.

15. It won’t be easy to find an experienced baby-sitter.