Topic «Ukraine and English-speaking countries»

1.Read the text below and complete the tasks that follow.

Exploring Cultures

Ukraine is a beautiful country in Eastern Europe. It is famous for its hospitable people, rich traditions, and historic cities like Kyiv and Lviv. The symbol of Ukraine is the beautiful sunflower, and its traditional dish, varenyky, is loved by everyone.

When we study English, we also learn about English-speaking countries. One of the most famous is the United Kingdom (UK). The UK consists of four parts: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Its capital is London, which is situated on the River Thames. London is famous for Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and its red double-decker buses.

Another amazing English-speaking country is Canada. It is the second-largest country in the world. Canada is famous for its beautiful nature, deep lakes, and the maple leaf, which is on its national flag.

Comparing these countries helps us understand different cultures. While Ukrainians love football and box, Canadians are crazy about ice hockey. However, all these countries share a love for friendship, progress, and beautiful nature.

Task 1.Decide if the statements are True (T) or False (F).

1. Lviv is one of the historic cities in Ukraine. _____
2. The United Kingdom consists of three parts. _____
3. London is the capital of the UK and stands on the River Thames. _____
4. The national flag of Canada features a rose. _____
5. Ice hockey is very popular in Canada. _____
6. Ukrainians do not like sports like football or boxing. _____

Task 2.Match the words/phrases with their descriptions.

• 1 — _____, 2 — _____, 3 — _____, 4 — _____, 5 — _____.

Topic «Ukraine and English-speaking countries»

1.Read the text below and complete the tasks that follow.

Exploring Cultures

Ukraine is a beautiful country in Eastern Europe. It is famous for its hospitable people, rich traditions, and historic cities like Kyiv and Lviv. The symbol of Ukraine is the beautiful sunflower, and its traditional dish, varenyky, is loved by everyone.

When we study English, we also learn about English-speaking countries. One of the most famous is the United Kingdom (UK). The UK consists of four parts: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Its capital is London, which is situated on the River Thames. London is famous for Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and its red double-decker buses.

Another amazing English-speaking country is Canada. It is the second-largest country in the world. Canada is famous for its beautiful nature, deep lakes, and the maple leaf, which is on its national flag.

Comparing these countries helps us understand different cultures. While Ukrainians love football and box, Canadians are crazy about ice hockey. However, all these countries share a love for friendship, progress, and beautiful nature.

Task 1.Decide if the statements are True (T) or False (F).

7. Lviv is one of the historic cities in Ukraine. _____
8. The United Kingdom consists of three parts. _____
9. London is the capital of the UK and stands on the River Thames. _____
10. The national flag of Canada features a rose. _____
11. Ice hockey is very popular in Canada. _____
12. Ukrainians do not like sports like football or boxing. _____

Task 2.Match the words/phrases with their descriptions.

• 1 — _____, 2 — _____, 3 — _____, 4 — _____, 5 — _____.

Task 3.Fill in the missing words using your own vocabulary based on the text. Fill only ONE word per gap.

1. Ukraine is situated in Eastern ______________.
2. The capital of the UK is ______________.
3. Canada is famous for its beautiful ______________ and lakes.
4. The traditional Ukrainian dish is called ______________.
5. Canadians are crazy about ice ______________.
6. London is situated on the River ______________.

Task 4.Write full answers to the following questions.

1. What is Ukraine famous for?
2. What are the four parts of the United Kingdom?
3. What landmarks can you see in London?
4. Which country is the second-largest in the world?
5. What symbol is on the national flag of Canada?
6. What sport do people in Canada love the most?

Task 3.Fill in the missing words using your own vocabulary based on the text. Fill only ONE word per gap.

1. Ukraine is situated in Eastern ______________.
2. The capital of the UK is ______________.
3. Canada is famous for its beautiful ______________ and lakes.
4. The traditional Ukrainian dish is called ______________.
5. Canadians are crazy about ice ______________.
6. London is situated on the River ______________.

Task 4.Write full answers to the following questions.

1. What is Ukraine famous for?
2. What are the four parts of the United Kingdom?
3. What landmarks can you see in London?
4. Which country is the second-largest in the world?
5. What symbol is on the national flag of Canada?
6. What sport do people in Canada love the most?

Ключі для вчителя

Досліджуємо культури

Україна — прекрасна країна у Східній Європі. Вона славиться своїми гостинними людьми, багатими традиціями та історичними містами, такими як Київ та Львів. Символом України є красивий соняшник, а її традиційну страву — вареники — люблять усі.

Вивчаючи англійську мову, ми також дізнаємося про англомовні країни. Однією з найвідоміших є Сполучене Королівство (Великобританія). Воно складається з чотирьох частин: Англії, Шотландії, Уельсу та Північної Ірландії. Його столиця — Лондон, який розташований на річці Темза. Лондон знаменитий Біг-Беном, Букінгемським палацом та своїми червоними двоповерховими автобусами.

Іншою дивовижною англомовною країною є Канада. Це друга за величиною країна у світі. Канада відома своєю красивою природою, глибокими озерами та кленовим листом, який зображений на її національному прапорі.

Порівняння цих країн допомагає нам зрозуміти різні культури. У той час як українці люблять футбол та бокс, канадці божеволіють від хокею із шайбою. Проте всі ці країни об'єднує любов до дружби, прогресу та красивої природи.

Task 1: 1. T; 2. F (four parts); 3. T; 4. F (maple leaf); 5. T; 6. F (they love football and boxing).

Task 2: 1 — C, 2 — D, 3 — A, 4 — B, 5 — E.

Task 3: 1. Europe; 2. London; 3. nature; 4. varenyky; 5. hockey; 6. Thames.

Task 4: 1. Ukraine is famous for hospitable people, rich traditions, historic cities, and varenyky.

2. England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

3. Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and red double-decker buses.

4. Canada.

5. A maple leaf.

6. Ice hockey.