Think about another traditional ceremony in
your country and answer the questions with
a partner.
1 what customs do you usually see at this ceremony?
2 what part do the various members of the family
play in the ceremony?
3 have you ever taken part in one of these
ceremonies? did you enjoy it? ​

1 Helen MOVED to Norilsk last month. Now it is her home town.2 Mark UNDERSTOOD nothing at the lesson because he wasn't listening to the teacher.3 You won't believe how many things CHANGED in our city last year.4 The city of St Petersburg BECAME the home of Russian tsars in the 18th century.5 After the war his village BEGAN to grow fast. 6 They BUILT. a new health centre in the city last year. 7 Russian people DEFENDED their country during the war of 1812.8 Bill TOOK the train yesterday and came to the office late.9 Mary TOOK a taxi because she had a lot of bags and suitcases.10 Last summer was very hot and granny WATERED the flowers every day.11 Len washed the dishes and PLACED them on the table.12 Suddenly Martin APPEARED in the room again. There was a big box in his hands. 13 When Lora CAME in, Dick stood up. He was real gentleman.

1. Living in the city is more exciting than in the country. 2. Listening  to my favorite music makes me happy. 3. Fighting for human rights is very important. 4. Travelling abroad widens professional outlook 5. You have a very beautiful voice; I love your singing a lot.6.This is very sensitive topic: I hope for your understanding.7.You are never on time. You have to do something with your constant lating8. Surfing the Net is not the best pastime on a nice summer day9.  Living is nowadays much faster than 20 years ago. 10. Only having a cup of coffe in the morning really wakes me up