Описание
Лексика
1. Выберите слово, близкое по значению к данному. Номера соответствий внесите в лист ответов.
1. to explore a) to examine b) to express c) to export
2. to check a) to chat b) to control c) to change
3. to estimate a) to calculate b) to esteem c) to establish
4. desert a) uncultivated b) devote c) healthy
5. border a) edge b) luggage c) country
2. Выберите слово, противоположное по значению к данному. Номера соответствий внесите в лист ответов.
6. advantage a) police b) travel c) disadvantage
7. expensive a) cheap b) expressive c) extra
8. success a) failure b) luck c) advice
9. fun a) fame b) boredom c) liberty
10. effective a) unethical b) insensitive c) wasteful
3. Выберите английское словосочетание, соответствующее русскому. Номера соответствий внесите в лист ответов.
11.французская кухня a) bistro b) French cuisine
12.картофельный суп a) potato soup b) tomato soup
13.вкусная курица a) delicious chicken b) frozen chicken
14.отличный лобстер a) excellent pie b) excellent lobster
15.британские пабы a) British puppet b) British pubs
Грамматика
4. Выберите артикль. Занесите выбранный вариант в лист ответов.
16. Jack is … youngest but the cleverest boy at school.
a) a b) an c) the d) –
17. It rained, so I stayed at home in … evening.
a) a b) an c) the d) –
18. But today the sun is shining brightly in … sky.
a) a b) an c) the d) –
19. On Monday … kids were tired and they went to bed very early
a) a b) an c) the d) –
20. My wife is the best woman in … world and I’m the happiest husband!
a) a b) an c) the d) –
21. They are having a test on … third of December.
a) a b) an c) the d) –
22. What a beautiful painting! … artist is such a talented person.
a) a b) an c) the d) –
23. Robin Hood robbed … rich and helped the poor.
a) a b) an c) the d) –
24. David is … old friend of mine.
a) a b) an c) the d) –
5. Выберите правильный вариант предложения в косвенной речи. Внесите букву, обозначающую правильный вариант, в лист ответов.
25. Travel agent: “I think the train will be on time.”
The travel agent said _______________.
a) that she thinks the train to be on time
b) that she thought the train would be on time
c) that she thinks will be the train on time
d) that she thinks the train would going to be on time
26. Byron: “I can’t do this research.”
Byron said _______________.
a) he had not done the research
b) he can not do the research
c) he can’t to do the research
d) he couldn’t do the reserch
27. Chris: “Robin will be arriving on Saturday.”
Chris said _______________.
a) Robin arrive on Saturday
b) Robin would be arriving on Saturday
c) Robin arriving on Saturday
d) Robin had arrive on Saturday
28. Cameron: “I have missed the bus, but I’ll catch the next one.”
Cameron said _______________.
a) he has missed the bus but was catching the next time
b) he has missed the bus but he catches the next one
c) he had missed the bus, but would catch the next one
d) he has missed the bus but can caught the next one
29. Cathy: “I have a new business.”
Greg: Cathy says _______________.
a) that she had before a new business
b) that she been having a new business
c) that she have a new business
d) that she has a new business
30. Greg: “I know what the assignment is.”
Greg said _______________.
a) that he knew what the assignment was
b) that he knows what is the assignment
c) that he knows what was the assignment
d) that he knew what was to be the assignment
31. Byron: “I don’t know what Dan said.”
Byron stated _______________.
a) that he didn’t know what he say
b) that he didn’t know what he did say
c) that he didn’t know what he did said
d) that he didn’t know what he had said
32. Ruby: “I go to school every day.”
Ruby has said _______________.
a) that she goes to school every day
b) that she went to school next month
c) that she go each day to school
d) that she could go school every day
33. Sherri and Dan: “We enjoyed the concert.”
Sherri and Dan told us _______________.
a) that enjoyed the concert
b) they had enjoyed the concert
c) that they enjoying the concert
d) they can be enjoy the concert
34. Peter: “The weather is warmer than usual.”
Byron: Peter said _______________.
a) that the weather warmer than usual
b) the weather it is warmer than usual
c) the weather was warmer than usual
d) the weather be warmer than usual
6. Выберите правильный вариант модального глагола. Внесите слово, обозначающее правильный вариант, в лист ответов.
35. You … to be at work by nine o’clock.
(need, should, are)
36. Of course, I … translate this article, it’s easy!
(should, can, couldn’t)
37. The policeman told the woman she… worry.
(needn’t, couldn’t, may not)
38. Little children like books with large print. They… read them more easily.
(should, must, can)
39. “I … ride a bicycle until I was eight.” – “Neither could I.”
(couldn’t, could, can’t)
40. … sit here, or do you want me to sit somewhere else?
(Could you; Shall I; Why don’t we)
41. Good morning, welcome to our company…. help you?
(May I; Would you mind; Let’s)
42. We need to talk about our group presentation for Friday … meet after lunch tomorrow?
(How about; Why don’t we; If I were you, I’d)
43. That’s not a very nice way to talk to other people. … speak like that.
(I don’t think you should; Is it all right if I; Would you mind)
Чтение
7. Прочитайте текст и определите верны ли приведенные ниже утверждения (а -верно; b — не верно; c — информация в тексте отсутствует). Внесите букву, правильный вариант, в лист ответов.
The American National Character
1. The United Sates is a society of immigrants. It is probably the most multicultural and multinational country in the world. In the 19th century it was called a “melting pot”, however, nowadays such terms as a “salad bowl” or a “pizza” characterize it much better. It means that all ingredients (nations, ethnic groups, peoples) are mixed and separated at a time. It is evident, that in this case the problem of the national American character seems to be rather complicated.
2. Nevertheless, it is essential to try to determine certain features of this mysterious character in order to understand the American world better and through this understanding evaluate native culture. The problem of national character is quite interesting and disputable itself. Many schools of thoughts still claim that it does not exist. Though plenty of different sources — international jokes, national classical literature, folklore and national language itself — prove the opposite. For example, if to consider international jokes, which place members of different societies into a range of the same situations and describe certain features to a particular representative, the Americans are usually shown as greedy, practical, not really intelligent individuals, very proud of their being the Americans.
3. These are for sure stereotypical features and they should be taken into account very carefully. Still, national language seems to be even expositorier in this case. For example, if to compare the Russian and the American (or American English) languages, the latter is evidently more informal, because of the pronoun “you”, which is used in reference both to familiar and unknown people. Then, it interesting that “I” is always capital in the American language and that is a symbol of individualism. It is possible to continue this list endlessly, because language actually forms the national character. However, it is possible to try to identify American values and ideals.
4. If to consider the American worldview, one of the major values seems to be freedom. The Americans consider their society to be the freest and the best in the world. They regard it as a haven for those who long for opportunities and freedom. They proudly state that even nowadays there are thousands of immigrants, who dream of entering their country, expecting to have a chance to start a new, better life. This value has developed historically through wars and struggle, revolutions and slaughter. It is the first right, mentioned in the U.S. Constitution’s Bill of Rights and the most precious one.
5. However, no doubt, that absolute freedom is impossible, and it remains merely an unapproachable ideal. In reality some social groups and individuals are not as free as others. Based on religious, sex, national or age differences, discrimination still exists. That means that the value of freedom is for sure one of the most significant components of the American national character, however, it is rather subjective and stereotypic in reality.
44. Absolute freedom is an unapproachable ideal.
45. The American language is more informal than Russian.
46. The United Sates is not the most multicultural and multinational country in the world.
8. Запишите номер абзаца, который содержит ответ на вопрос, в лист ответов.
47. What is one of the most significant components of the American national character?
48. What is a symbol of individualism in American language?
49. How are Americans shown in jokes?
50. What national value has been developed historically through wars and struggle?
Письменная часть
9. Прочитайте деловое письмо и сделайте перевод.
Subject: Reminder: Upcoming Performance Review Submission
Dear Mr. Bradley,
I hope you’re having a great week. As a friendly reminder, the deadline for submitting your performance review forms is November, 25. It’s important that we receive all completed forms by this date to ensure a smooth review process for everyone.
If you have not yet filled out your performance review, please take some time to reflect on your achievements, challenges, and overall performance over the past year. Your feedback will help us identify areas for improvement and set goals for the upcoming period.
If you need any assistance or have any questions about the review process, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m happy to guide you through any part of the form or clarify any concerns you may have.
Thank you for taking the time to complete your review, and I look forward to reading your reflections and goals. Let’s work together to make the next year even more successful!
Best regards,
Anna Bestman
Project Manager
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