HS2 2019 unit6 p118 act14

Reading 1

Read the text below. Match choices (A-H) to (1-5), There are three choices you do not need to use.

A To tell about some changes in a timetable.

B To provide information about a package.

C To make plans with friends.

D To invite a particular person.

E To offer a job.

F To ask about something.

G To express gratitude for pet-sitting.

H To inform about a meeting.

1.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

2.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

3.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

4.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

5.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Reading 2

Read the text below. For questions (6-10) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

Shavarsh Karapetyan is a retired Soviet-Armenian champion swimmer. He is an 11-time World Record holder, 17-time World Champion, 13-time European Champion and 7-time USSR Champion.

One cold morning on September 16th, 1976 he was doing his usual run along the dam in Yerevan (Armenia) when a large trolleybus carrying 92 passengers lost control and flew off the road into the freezing water. The trolleybus sank approximately 10 metres deep and most of the passengers fell unconscious. Without a second of hesitation, Shavarsh leaped into the freezing water to rescue people.

Diving to the depth of 10 metres, Shavarsh used his feet to break the back window of the trolleybus. One by one, he saved 20 people's lives (he actually pulled out more than 20 but not everyone made it). He spent nearly 20 minutes in the freezing water and made 30 dives down to the wreck of the bus.

Bystanders who watched Shavarsh bring people up to the surface said that his feet and back were full of glass pieces. When later asked what the most horrifying part of this was, Shavarsh replied by saying: «I knew that I could only save so many lives, and I was afraid to make a mistake. It was so dark down there that I could barely see anything. One of my dives, I accidentally grabbed a seat instead of a passenger … I could have saved a life instead. That seat still haunts me in my nightmares. »

After his 30th dive, Shavarsh lost consciousness. This courageous act cost him dearly; he incurred heavy pneumonia and blood contamination from the polluted water.

Doctors were unsure if Shavarsh would ever recover. His life was hanging on by a thread while he stayed unconscious for 46 days. He finally recovered, but was never able to compete again. Today's experts agree that no one but Shavarsh could have done what he has done.

As if this wasn't enough for one man... On February 19th, 1985, Shavarsh just happened to be near a burning building that had people trapped inside. He rushed in and started pulling people out without a seсond thought. Once again, he was badly hurt (severe burns) and spent a long time in hospital.

Since 1993, Shavarsh has been living a simple life. He owns and operates a shoe shop called «Second Breath». Our hats off to you, Shavarsh Karapetyan, for being a true hero.

6 The text tells about   [A, B, C, D]

A Shavarsh Karapetyan's career in sport.

B an accident that happened to Shavarsh Karapetyan.

C Shavarsh Karapetyan's early years.

D Shavarsh Karapetyan's brave and noble deeds.

7 Why was it difficult to help the passengers?   [A, B, C, D]

A The river froze and was covered with ice.

B The trolleybus got too deep and the water was extremely cold.

C Shavarsh Karapetyan was very tired after his usual run along the dam.

D The trolleybus was uncontrolled.

8 What was Shavarsh's biggest fear at that moment?   [A, B, C, D]

A He was afraid to act inaccurately and lose time necessary for saving people.

B He was frightened by the idea he would accidentally grab a trolleybus seat.

C He was anxious about the thought he wouldn't be able to continue his career in sport.

D He was scared of the perspective to get drowned.

9 What do we know about Shavarsh's life after the first accident?   [A, B, C, D]

A He got pneumonia and never recovered.

B He got over the illness and continued his sporting career.

C He stayed unconscious for a long time but finally got well.

D He became a firefighter.

10 What conclusion does the writer come to?   [A, B, C, D]

A No other person would be so strong.

B Shavarsh is really the person who can be called a true hero.

C No other person wants to do what he has done.

D Shavarsh Karapetyan got a medal for being a true hero.

Reading 3

Read the text below. Match choices (A-H) to (11-16), There are two choices you do not need to use.

BEST SPORTING EVENTS IN EUROPE

11 The 24 Hours of Le Mans, France   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Skill, speed, and stamina are the three S's that mark the world's best automobile race, the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The first Le Mans contest took place in May 1923; today it is held every June. The race begins at 4 p.m., and for 24 hours the sound of roaring engines fills 13 kilometres of French countryside.

12 Polo at Palermo, Argentina   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Argentine polo is considered the best in the world. The tournament, first known as the River Plata Polo Championship, takes place between late November and early December.

13 Wimbledon, England   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Wimbledon is regarded as a very prestigious event. Originally created in France during the XII century, the sport took its modern form in Britain during the 1800s. In 1874, W. C. Wingfield patented his game of lawn tennis in London, and three years later, Wimbledon, the first of the major tournaments, was created.

14 Vasaloppet Ski Race, Sweden   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Every February, Vasaloppet, a 90-kilometre cross-country ski race, takes place in Mora, Sweden. Supposedly, the race follows the path taken by Gustav Vasa in 1520 when he raised a rebellion to steal the throne from the Danish king. And, to make the path even more special, it has been declared a nature reserve, meaning the land is protected.

15 The Grand National, England   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Stamina and speed make the Grand National the world's most famous horse race. First held in 1839, the three-day meet is held in Liverpool. As many as 40 jockeys are required to demonstrate a variety of riding skills. The Grand National takes place every April, and captures the attention of Britain like no other event in the country's sporting calendar.

16 Snowboard World Cup, Austria   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Being a perfect place for winter hiking, skiing and tobogganing, Bad Gestein, Austria becomes a popular venue for Snowboard World Cup in winter season. You can enjoy snowboarding down the same slopes where some of your favourite snowboard athletes are as well. The area also provides a lot of thermal baths. Can you think of a better way to end a long day in the snow?

This sporting event ___

A is held for three days.

B takes place annually in summer.

C used to have another name.

D allows visitors different ways of time spending.

E attracts cyclists and spectators from around the globe.

F is considered to have high status.

G has the widest broadcasting and audience.

H is devoted to a historical event.

Reading 4

Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (17-22). There are two choices you do not need to use.

LIFE IS FULL OF IMPERFECT THINGS

When I was a small child, I remember one family evening (17)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H] after a long, hard day at work. On that day my mum placed a bowl of soup, a plate with meat and a bit overburnt biscuits (18)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H] . I remember waiting to see what my dad was going to say! Yet all my dad did was reach for the biscuit, smile at my mum and ask me (19)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]. I don't remember what I told him then, but I do remember hearing my mum apologize to my dad for burning the biscuits. And I'll never forget what he said, «Honey, I love burnt biscuits. » Later I went to kiss my daddy good night and asked him (20)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H] . He sat me next to him and said, «Your mum had a long difficult day at work today and she is really tired. And besides a burnt biscuit never hurt anyone! You know, life is full of imperfect things and imperfect people. I'm not the best, and I forget birthdays and anniversaries (21)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H] . What I have learned over the years is that learning to accept each other's faults and choosing to celebrate each other's differences (22)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H] creating a healthy, growing, and lasting relationship. »

A and eat every bite

B is one of the most important keys to

C how my day was at school

D in front of my dad

E just like everyone

F learning to accept each other's faults

G when Mum had made dinner

H if he really liked his biscuits burnt

Listening 1

1. What is dangerous about the weather tonight?   [a, b, c]

2. What’s the time?   [a, b, c]

3. Where are they going?   [a, b, c]

4. Where will the boy go first after school?   [a, b, c]

5. How did the girl break her arm?   [a, b, c]

6. Where is the remote control?   [a, b, c]

7. Where are they staying on holiday this year?   [a, b, c]

Listening 2

8. You will hear two friends talking about an exam. The boy advises the girl to   [a, b, c]

9. You will hear two friends talking about the new school cafeteria. They agree that   [a, b, c]

10. You will hear a girl talking about her weekend. How did she feel about the weather?   [a, b, c]

11. You will hear two friends talking about exercise. They agree that   [a, b, c]

12. You will hear a girl talking about moving abroad. The boy advises the girl to   [a, b, c]

13. You will hear two friends talking about a book. The girl thinks that the story   [a, b, c]

Listening 3

20. Who will probably not understand blogging?   [a, b, c]

21. If you start blogging about your hobby,   [a, b, c]

22. What can a business offer its customers through a blog?   [a, b, c]

23. Bloggers   [a, b, c]

24. When someone is committed to blogging,   [a, b, c]

25. What should a blogger avoid?   [a, b, c]

Match the following English words and expressions with their Ukrainian equivalents.