TEST "Have you been to the capital?" (Unit 7. Karpiuk 6, NUS)

Match the picture with the name of the landmark.

Complete the sentences with the given words.

buried-----amphitheatre-----masterpiece-----destroyed-----entrance-----western-----landscaped-----wobbly-----frescoes-----ahead

1. Go straight       and you'll see the monument on the left.

2. Watch out! This bridge is very        !

3. The         part of my city is more interesting than the eastern one.

4. The Roman              is a fantastic place to visit.

5. I like the          on the wall of this cathedral.

6. The Royal Gardens are so beautifully            !

7. The poet was        in this church.

8. Look at this sculpture! It is a real             !

9. The          to the museum is his way.

10. The palace was           . All that is left are these columns.

Read the paragraph and choose the correct item.

London is the capital of the UK. It was founded in 43 AD. Around 9 million people live there, and it is the largest city in the country. Millions of tourists visit London every year. Its landmarks - the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge over the Thames and many others - all make great sights for taking photos. There is also a huge variety of museums and galleries for you to learn about the British history and culture. In addition, you can take a ride on the London Eye, one of the highest wheels in the world, or visit the Sea Life London Aquarium. Various cafés and restaurants in the capital offer you different cuisines and not only just English. Shopping is also a popular activity in London with all the famous shops there. The most fascinating shopping area is Covent Garden - you can find anything there! The list of activities to do in this city can go on and on. It is no surprise that many people say, "When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life."

1. London was founded in the year    [41, 42, 43]

2. The number of Londoners is               [nine million, eight million, seven million].

3. Landmarks are great places for you to                 [draw pictures, take photos, enjoy some food].

4. In the local museums you can                           [have fun, learn history and culture, relax].

5. You can try different          [cuisines, shoes, rides] in London.

6. Covent Garden is London's most interesting          [landmark, wheel, shopping] area.