Listening Comprehension.

Task1.

1.Tea was first brought to Russia from China.

a)True     b) False   c) Not stated

2.Tea was known as a strong remedy before it was brought to Russia.

a)True    b)  False  c) Not stated

3.The tsar immediately loved the new drink.

а)True    bFalse     c)Not stated

4.Mikhail Fedorovich held regular assemblies of court in order to make the nobles get used to drinking tea.

a)True b) False c) Not stated

5.Russia started importing tea from China in the 18th century. a)True b)False c)Not stated

6.At first tea cost a lot of money.

a)True b)False c)Not stated

7.Drinking tea helps one to fall asleep.

a)True b)False c)Not stated

8.Tea was an important part of Russian life in the 19th century.

a)True b) False c) Not stated

9.Russian tea is served with sugar.

а)True b )False c)Not stated

10.The modern tradition has replaced the traditional sign of hospitality with coffee.

a)True b)False c)Not stated

Task 2.Language and culture studies.

Match the city to its description. There are two extra descriptions listed below.

1. Detroit

2. Chicago

3. New York

4. Los Angeles

5. Boston

A. This sprawling metropolis is home to the most internationally recognized American landmarks; a sunny paradise that nonetheless presents a dangerous front to those unfamiliar with its social divisions.

B. This city is a true melting pot of cultures and nationalities, a symbol of American freedom and equality. Its famous skyline is hard to beat, however the hustle and bustle of crowded city streets leaves much to be desired.

C. This is one of the busiest and most populated cities in the USA, with local and international seaports, airports, highways and train stations meeting in the middle of this metropolis. It flourished during the Industrial Revolution, while still being a cultural center with many musical genres being first established here.

D. This city boasts picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean coastline, as well as being the hub of technological activity, with both Microsoft and Boeing having their headquarters here.

E. This is one of the most historically significant cities of the United States, where the key events of the American Revolution took place. Later it became an important port and manufacturing center, and now it is most famous for its higher education institutions.

F. A gem of the East Coast, this multicultural city with a vibrant night life and varied cuisine has been ravaged by natural disasters, but still stands out as one of America’s most prominent cities.

G. This is one of the largest American cities, located in the Great Lakes district. It is renowned for its impressive array of museums and art galleries, as well as some of America’s tallest buildings, like the John Hancock Center.

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