1. 
masterpiece/treasure
sculptures
palace
unique
decorated
residence 
 
tsarskoye selo is famous for the great catherine (екатерининский) (0) palace. the palace is (1) its rooms are richly {богато) (2) the palaces of tsarskoye selo are museums. they (3) __ interesting exhibitions. the amber study (янтарный кабинет) is really a (4) thealexanderpalace was the favourite (5) __ of the last russian emperor (император) and his family. some decorations are (6) you won't see such decorations anywhere else (где-нибудь еще). the palaces ofst petersburg's environs were destroyed during the great patriotic war (великая отечественная война). after the war most of the palaces and parks were (7) today we can come and enjoy their beauty. i like the parks, they are decorated with wonderful (8)
 
1.        grammar and vocabulary
here is a story about george from "george's marvelous medicine" by roald dahl.
choose the correct word underlined. there is an example (0) at the beginning.
 
 
george was (о) bored/boring to tears. he (1) didn't have/had a brother or a sister. his father was (2) a/the farmer, and they lived on the farm (3) that/who was miles away from anywhere, so there were never any children (4) to play with/to play with them. (5) looking after/look after his grandma wasn't the most (6) exciting/excited way to spend a saturday morning. but he had to. george made a cup of tea and carried it (7) careful/carefully to his grandma.
 
 
3. children all over the world are fond of riding bicycles. here are some facts from the history of bicycles.
choose the correct word underlined. there is an example (0) at the beginning.
 
the first bicycles (о) appeared/to appear in europe were in the early 1800's. one kind (1) was called/called the dandy horse. it had no pedals. the rider made it go by (2) kicking/to kick the ground. pedals (3) added/were added in 1840. the name bicycle (4) wasn't used/didn't use until the 1860's. the kind of bicycle (5) which/who we now use dates from 1885. millions of people rely (6) on/at bikes for transportation and recreation. they follow doctors' instructions (7) who/which ask them (8) to get/get more exercise.
 
 
 

Arriving in EnglandMost travelers who visit England book flights to the country. England has many airports and airfields, but many England flights arrive at the two international airports in the London area: Gatwick and Heathrow. Gatwick handles flights to England via 90 different airlines, including Virgin Airlines and British Airways. Tourists who book airfare to England and land at Heathrow may arrive at one of the five available terminals. Guests who are visiting other areas of the country may be able to find cheap flights to England regional airports.Getting Around EnglandThe public transportation that is available to tourists depends on the area of England they are visiting. Visitors to London can take a quick ride to area hot spots on the underground subway, commonly called "The Tube." Taxicabs, rental cars, trams, and buses are also common forms of transportation around the city. Train service is also widely used in England. The London Overground rail system operates within the greater London area, and passengers can travel to other areas of England such as Manchester and Liverpool via National Rail or Rail Europe. Smaller cities and towns in England generally have public bus systems or taxis, but if guests are planning to visit the English countryside, they may find it best to rent a car for easy travel.Main Attractions in EnglandWhen it comes to attractions in England, many tourists think of visiting London's Big Ben or Buckingham Palace, but there are many other popular tourist destinations on the island. The Pitt Rivers Museum in Oxford displays historical collections from around the world, while Hove Lagoon in Brighton offers wakeboarding for water sport enthusiasts. Animal lovers might enjoy a trip to Owl and Monkey Haven on the Isle of Wight and fun seekers will love the carnival atmosphere of Paultons Park in Southampton. Being an island, England has many beaches for visitors. In 2010, 150 English beaches received awards for cleanliness.Shopping, Dining, and Nightlife in EnglandFashion fanatics will love the high-end shopping district in London, with names such as Harrod's and Stella McCartney. Eclectic shoppers may enjoy the experience of shopping at one of the city's many open-air markets such as Camden Market. Beatles fans can get their fill of nostalgia at the Beatles Shop in Liverpool. England offers many luxurious dining establishments, including celebrity chef Michael Caines' restaurant at the Abode Hotel in Manchester. Guests looking for traditional British cuisine will appreciate the menu at The Kensington Arms, a classic European restaurant in Bristol. The London nightlife district is considered one of the best in England, featuring bars such as Claridge's Mecanudo Femoir and dance clubs such as the "Ministry of Sound."Cheap flights to England, UK recently found by travelers †The top flight destination for England, UK is LondonEnter your dates once and have TripAdvisor search multiple sites to find the best prices on England flights.$414: New York City to London on Norwegian Air Shuttle - nonstop (found 05/08/2015)$126: Barcelona to London on Norwegian Air Shuttle - nonstop (found 05/09/2015)$256: Reykjavik to London on WOW air - nonstop (found 05/08/2015)$152: Lisbon to London on Easyjet - nonstop (found 05/09/2015)

1) Shall I ___make a cake?
2) She never ___makes her bed in the morning.
3) Let’s make___ a decision where to go.
4) You’ve made progress for the past week.
5) Children ___made so much noise that I couldn’t go to sleep.
6) She made a lot of mistakes in the dictation.
7) They made a lot of money yesterday.
2. Заполните пропуски подходящими фразами. 
Well done---Happy Birthday---Good luck---Bless you---Fine thanks---Goodbye
1) A: (sneezes) Atchoo! – B: Bless you-.
2) A: I am taking my driving test today. – B: __Good luck-.
3) A: I’ve passed my driving test! – B: ___Well done-.
4) A: Goodbye! – B: Goodbye.
5) A: It’s my birthday today! – B: __Happy Birthday-.
6) A: How are you? – B: Fine thanks.