Read the text. Read the statements and say if they are true or false.
1) The best part of Errol’s job is driving in fast cars.
2) He thinks his job is easier than people imagine.
3) Police work is more dangerous because the police only carry truncheons and handcuffs.
4) Errol’s girlfriend is annoyed because he never gets any time off.
5) People think policemen spend their time chasing criminals.
6) A lot of police work is exciting.
7) Police officers are called out at night very often.
2. Correct “false” sentences from Task 1.
READING. 11th form 33
Answer the questions.
1) Why is working a night shift more tiring than working a day shift?
2) How do you think people get their image of the police?
3) Why do you think the police carry radios?
4) Why does Errol find going on the beat more interesting?
5) What extreme circumstances can you name?
4. Say if you want to be a police officer. What are advantages and disadvantages of this job? What skills are needed for it? Write not less than 15 sentences.
11th Form
BEIJING (PEKING)
Beijing is the capital of the People’s Republic of China. It is si tuated in the northwest of the North China Plain and spreads across a vast area. Part of its border is formed by the Great Wall of China, a hugewall which stretches along the mountains. It is the ancient seat of government and a modern industrial and commercial city.
Although it is only the second largest city in China, it has a popu
lation of over 10 million people and is still growing.
In 1421 Beijing became the imperial capital of the Ming dynasty (1368–1644) and it was during this time that the spacious walled city was built. like many ancient Chinese cities, the walls and streets were based on the points of the compass. Within the walls was the Imperial City and within that the Forbidden City, where ordinary people were not allowed to enter. Beijing has remained the capital of China since then.
Among the many historical and cultural landmarks in Beijing is Tiananmen Square, one of the largest public squares in the world. It is used for political rallies and military parades. on the west side of the square is The Great Hall of the People, where the National People’s Congress meets. To the south is the massive Memorial Hall of Chair man Mao, which was built to hold the remains of the founder of Com munist China, Mao Tse Tung.
Today, Beijing’s broad, straight streets are crowded with people, bicycles and buses. Very few people own a car. Industries include tex tiles, petrochemicals, steel and engineering. It is also a city of great cultural importance. There are more than fifty institutes of higher education, including Beijing and Qinghai University. It has a famous opera, a ballet and some outstanding museums.
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With its modern international airport, it is not surprising that
Beijing has become a popular tourist destination.