Welcome to school (Unit 1), (NUSH 8th form)

Завдання ГР 1 (Аудіювання)

Listen to the audio and decide if the statement below are "True" or "False".

• Mark’s school is more than fifty years old.       [True, False]

• The school day starts at eight o’clock sharp.       [True, False]

• Students usually have six or seven lessons each day.       [True, False]

• He finds science very easy and never difficult.       [True, False]

• Extracurricular activities at school include sports, music, and volunteering.       [True, False]

• Mark thinks school is only about studying subjects.       [True, False]

• He believes school prepares students for adult life.       [True, False]

Завдання ГР 1 (Читання)

Read the text and then match two halves to create sentences.

Last spring, our class went on a school trip to a historical town not far from our city. The purpose of the trip was not only to relax and have fun but also to learn something new outside the classroom.

When we arrived, our teachers divided us into groups and gave each group a map with several places to visit. One group went to the local museum, where they discovered many old objects and photographs that told the story of the town. Another group visited the ancient castle, which was once the home of an important family. My group had a walking tour through the old streets, where the guide explained the meaning of the monuments and buildings.

In the evening, we all gathered together to share our experiences. Although we were tired, everyone agreed that the trip was both enjoyable and educational. We learned a lot, worked together in teams, and saw things we could never learn only from books.

Завдання ГР 1 (Читання)

Read the text and choose the correct phrase to fill in the gaps.

Many teenagers dream about studying in another country. Going to school abroad is not only about learning new subjects but also about experiencing a different culture. For example, American high schools are                           [unforgettable experiences, quite different, the most famous, both of them, such special events, teamwork skills] (1) because they give students a chance to choose from many different subjects. Students can study maths and science, but also drama, photography, or journalism.

In addition, schools in the USA often have                           [teamwork skills, both of them, such special events, unforgettable experiences, quite different, the most famous] (2) like football matches, school dances, and concerts. These activities make students feel proud of their school. Another important thing is that American teachers often encourage students to work in groups. This helps them develop                           [teamwork skills, both of them, such special events, the most famous, quite different, unforgettable experiences](3).

Some students find school life abroad challenging at first. They may feel lonely or miss their families, but soon they discover that they are gaining                           [unforgettable experiences, quite different, teamwork skills, such special events, the most famous, both of them](4). These experiences make school life not only useful but also exciting.