Reading test. Geographical Outlook.

Form 8

1.Read the text and choose the best title.

A. How Brazil Became a Global Leader in Technology and Innovation

B. Brazil: A Diverse Country Rich in Culture and Natural Beauty

C. Is Brazil the Smallest Country in South America?

   Brazil is the largest country in South America, located on the east coast of the continent and washed by the Atlantic Ocean. The capital of Brazil is Brasilia, but the biggest cities are Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

   Brazil is famous for its football players, such as Pele, Romario, Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, Kaka, and Neymar. Many famous actors and actresses come from Brazil, too, for example Rodrigo Santoro, Alice Braga, and Sonia Braga. Brazil has also given the world-famous writers like Paulo Coelho and Jorge Amado, and singers like Caetano Veloso and Gilberto Gil.

   The official language of Brazil is Portuguese, and the population is more than 200 million people. There are many different cultures in Brazil because there were a lot of immigrants from Europe, Africa, Japan, and the Middle East. The indigenous people of Brazil have lived there for thousands of years. They have their own languages and their own national dances.

   Brazil is a very beautiful country with a lot of natural wonders. There are big rivers, such as the Amazon and the Sao Francisco, and there are high mountains, such as the Pico da Neblina and the Corcovado. The Amazon rainforest is the biggest forest in the world, and it's home to many plants and animals, including some endangered species. Brazil has special laws to protect these animals and plants.

   The economy of Brazil is very strong, and it's getting stronger all the time. The country is one of the world's leaders in science and technology, and it produces a lot of cars, airplanes, and computers. Brazil is also one of the world's biggest producers of coffee, sugar, and oranges. In addition, it has a very successful film industry, which produces more films every year than any other country except India and the USA.

   In conclusion, Brazil is a very big and varied country. It's surrounded by natural beauty, and it has a rich culture and history. There are many interesting things to see and do in Brazil, and I would like to visit it one day.

2. Mark the statements true or false.

1. The biggest cities in Brazil are Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. ___________________

2. Brazil is famous for its basketball players. ____________________

3. Portuguese is the official language of Brazil and the population is over 200 million. ____________________

4. Brazil has a homogenous culture due to lack of immigration. ____________________

5. The indigenous people of Brazil have their own languages and national dances. _______________________

6. The Amazon rainforest is the smallest forest in the world. ___________________

7. Brazil is a leading country in science and technology and produces cars, airplanes, and computers. ______________________

3. Choose the best option.

1. What language do people speak in Brazil?

A. Spanish

B. English

C. Portuguese

D. French

2. Which of these is NOT a famous Brazilian football player?

A. Pele

B. Messi

C. Ronaldo

D. Neymar

3. Where is the capital city of Brazil located?

A. Sao Paulo

B. Rio de Janeiro

C. Brasilia

D. Manaus

4. Which of these is NOT a famous Brazilian writer or singer?

A. Paulo Coelho

B. Jorge Amado

C. Caetano Veloso

D. Antonio Banderas

5. Which of these is NOT a major geographical place in Brazil?

A. The Amazon rainforest

B. The Andes mountains

C. The Sao Francisco river

D. Pico da Neblina mountain

4. Write short answers to the following questions.

1. What is the capital of Brazil?

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2. Who are some famous football players from Brazil?

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3. Name one famous writer from Brazil mentioned in the text.

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4. How many different cultures are there in Brazil due to immigration?

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5. What is the official language of Brazil?

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6. What natural wonders can be found in Brazil according to the text?

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7. What is Brazil known for producing in terms of economy?

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