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6 Read the article from which some sentences have been taken out. Choose the correct sentences A–F to fill the gaps. There is one sentence you do not need.
Areas in certain parts of the world have recently been hit by disastrous floods, and others by a sequence of earthquakes. (1) ___ Away from earthquake zones, one of most worrying problems these days is flooding, and it is predicted that as a result of the changes in climate, this type of disaster will occur with more and more frequency in the future, affecting the lives of millions of people.
There are many victims of flooding. (2) ___ Every time it rains for longer than a day or two, they are asking, ‘Will it be us this time? Will it be our house, our road, our town that is flooded?’ After the fear, comes the reality; tons of water spilling over the river banks, into roads, houses and over fields. People become trapped in their own homes when the road becomes a river and need to be rescued by ill-prepared or too widely stretched rescue services. And people die in floods. (3) ___ Then we have the emotional and financial cost of flooding. Lifelong possessions are lost, security disappears, and there is the worry over restoration. How will it be paid for? Some insurance companies refuse to cover properties in certain areas because of the high risk of flooding. Therefore, some people may not have sufficient insurance to carry out the repairs to their flood damaged houses; others may have none.
Rescue services regularly carry out flood simulation emergency practice where they get vital, realistic practice of what to do if the real thing should happen. (4) ___ However, this is like a doctor treating the symptoms and not the cause of a problem. What we really need to deal with is preventing the flooding in the first place. It is accepted that we cannot reverse climate change, but we can certainly spend money on strengthening sea and river walls. (5) ___ The problem is that, as always, these things cost a lot of money. However, surely it is worth investing this money now, if it will prevent even greater monetary loss later. It is something that the government needs to take seriously because it’s a problem that is not going to go away.
A They drown, trapped in cars or swept away by fast-moving rivers.
B There are also many ways people can improve defences to their own homes.
C Unscrupulous builders develop low-lying land that is in great danger of flooding.
D Firstly, there are those (one in five people in Britain) who live in constant fear of heavy rainfall.
E This is welcome and will no doubt mean that they will be able to evacuate and save more people in the event of a massive flood.
F Most of us know someone who has been caught up in the devastation caused by these events.
My name`s Nikita. I live in Saint-Petersburg in a big and light flat. My address is 12, Bolshevikov Avenue.
My flat is beautiful and sunny. It has got five rooms. They are two bathrooms, a kitchen, a bedroom and a living room. The living room is big and cosy. There is a big TV, a sofa and two armchairs in it. My mum and I love sitting there watching TV.
My favourite room is a bedroom. It is smaller than the living room. But it is my favourite place because it is warm and comfortable. There is a bed and two cupboards. My bed is red. It looks like a real car. You can see a computer and a small TV in my bedroom. The room has got an aquarium.There are a lot of exotic fish in it. Every day I feed my fish and my mum helps me to clean my room. I like doing homework and playing in my room.
I like my flat!
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1) ..D But of all his creations, he was most proud of Umay, a
goddess of unbelievable beauty. Everywhere she went, people
complimented her on her beauty. But one day, she started questioning what beauty really was. So, she decided to visit the god of justice to find out. When she asked him, he just replied, "You are true beauty 2)..A..Everyone tells me l am beautiful, but I can't see my face. I guess, I'll never understand what true beauty is," she cried. The god of justice was sad to see her so upset. Then, he had an idea. "Beautiful goddess, go and find a smooth, shiny surface. You will be able to see your face there and finally understand what true beauty is," he said. 3) .F..First, she went to the blue sky. But no matter where she looked, she could not see her face. Next, she travelled to the stars as she was sure she would be able to see her reflection there. But sadly, that was unsuccessful too. 4).E . But there were so many waves that it was impossible for her to see her reflection on the water's surface. The goddess was disappointed, but she did not give up. She went to the highest mountains and looked straight at
the ice. She began to get excited because she could see a face, but unfortunately it was not clear enough. She also tried to see her face in the light of the sun, but all that she could see was her shadow. She didn't
know where to go next. The great ruler noticed how sad the goddess was and asked her what was wrong. "I am not happy. Everyone talks about my beauty, but I can't see it. So, l don't know what true beauty is," the goddess said with great sorrow. The ruler looked at her and smiled, "I will help you
with this." 5) ...C "I have created these lakes for you. Here you will see a reflection of your face," he explained. The goddess looked into one of the lakes and trembled. She saw how beautiful she was and at that moment, she realised what true beauty was. She had never felt happier! These days, the Kolsai Lakes are a major tourist attraction primarily because of their
beauty. Some even say they are so magnificent because they are a reflection was revelle appien These days, the Kolsai Lakes are a major
tourist attraction primarily because of their beauty. Some even say they are so magnificent because they are a reflection of the beautiful goddess herself
A His answer, however, did not satisfy the goddess
B That was the mystery of true beauty, and she would never understand it.
C He took the goddess to Earth to see some stunning lakes with crystal clear waters.
D He created the Moon, the stars, the Sun and the Earth, as well as many
other wonderful things.
E After thinking for a long time, she decided to go to the ocean.
F She liked his idea, and set off immediately
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