Матеріали для читання з англійської мови для 8 класу

Ex.1.

Answer the questions.

1. Why is New York one of the most exciting cities in the world?
2. What does the nickname “the Big Apple” mean for the city?
3. Why is Manhattan considered the heart of New York?
4. How has immigration influenced New York City?
5. Why do New Yorkers like spending time in Central Park?
6. What makes Brooklyn popular with local people?

Ex.2.

True / False / Not stated

1. New York is the largest city in the world.
2. One World Trade Center is taller than the Empire State Building.
3. Most immigrants in the 19th century came from Europe.
4. Central Park is visited only by tourists.
5. Coney Island is a popular weekend destination.

Ex.3.

Complete the sentences.

1. New York is often called “the city that never ______”.
2. About 30% of New Yorkers were born in another __________.
3. Times Square is a place where people celebrate __________ events.
4. Many people relax by walking, cycling or having __________ in Central Park.

Ex.4.

Compare you city/town with New York and write 3-5 sentences

• population
• transport
• places to relax

Ex.5.

 Speaking.

A.

• Student A: You are a tourist in New York. Ask about places to visit.
• Student B: You are a local New Yorker. Recommend places and activities

B.

• Imagine you are visiting New York. Which places would you like to see and why?

Ex.6.

Write  8–10 sentences on the topic.

“Why New York is called a multicultural city”