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Test   on  Reading                  7 Form                

Traditions and Cooking                            Variant 1                                     Every country in the world has unique traditions and special dishes that make it different from others. Traditions are customs and beliefs passed down from generation to generation. They include celebrations, festivals, family gatherings, and even the way people cook and eat. Let’s explore how traditions and cooking are connected and why they are so important.                                                                                                  Family Traditions in Cooking                                                                                                                                      In many families, cooking together is a cherished tradition. For example, during holidays, families often gather in the kitchen to prepare special meals. In Ukraine, Christmas is a time when families cook kutia, a sweet dish made of wheat, honey, and nuts. It is one of 12 dishes traditionally served on Christmas Eve. Each dish has a meaning, and the meal brings the whole family together.In other countries, similar traditions exist. In Italy, families often make homemade pasta together. Grandparents teach children how to roll the dough and cut it into shapes. This way, cooking becomes a way to preserve recipes and family bonds.                        National Dishes and Celebrations                                                                                                              National dishes often play an important role in festivals and celebrations. In Mexico, people celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) by making pan de muerto, a special bread decorated with sugar and shaped like bones. It is not only delicious but also a way to honor loved ones who have passed away. In Japan, during the New Year, people eat mochi, a sticky rice cake that symbolizes good fortune. Making mochi is also a fun activity called mochi-pounding, where families work together to prepare the rice.                                                                                               Traditional Ingredients                                                                                                                                        Cooking traditions often depend on the ingredients that grow locally. In Ukraine, potatoes, cabbage, and wheat are common ingredients because they grow well in the local climate. These ingredients are used in popular dishes like borsch and varenyky. In Asian countries like China and Thailand, rice is a staple food. It is used in dishes like fried rice or rice noodles. In the Mediterranean region, olive oil, tomatoes, and herbs are common, giving the dishes a fresh and aromatic flavor.                                                                                                                       Modern Traditions                                                                                                                                            In today’s world, some families create their own modern cooking traditions. For example, they may have a “pizza night” every Friday or bake cookies together every weekend. These traditions may not be old, but they are still meaningful because they bring people closer.                                                                                                  Why Are Cooking Traditions Important?                                                                                                             Cooking traditions teach us about our history and culture. They help us understand where we come from and what makes our culture special. They also teach us skills like teamwork, patience, and creativity. Most importantly, cooking and eating together create happy memories that last a lifetime.  In conclusion, traditions and cooking are deeply connected. Whether it’s a national festival or a simple family meal, the act of preparing and sharing food brings people together. It helps us celebrate our culture and enjoy the flavors of life.

Task1.Choose one variant:  True   or  False  .

1. Families in Ukraine prepare kutia on Christmas Eve.
2. Italian families often make homemade pasta together.
3. Mochi is eaten in Japan during the Day of the Dead.
4. Potatoes and cabbage are common ingredients in Ukrainian cuisine.
5. National dishes are rarely connected to festivals and celebrations.
6. Mediterranean cuisine often includes olive oil, tomatoes, and herbs.

Task2.Choose one correct variant.

1.What is kutia made of?
a) Rice, sugar, and milk
b) Wheat, honey, and nuts
c) Potatoes, cabbage, and onions
d) Bread, cheese, and meat

2.Which country celebrates the Day of the Dead with pan de muerto?
a) Japan
b) Mexico
c) Italy
d) Ukraine

3.What is a key ingredient in Mediterranean cooking?
a) Rice
b) Olive oil
c) Wheat
d) Honey

4.During the New Year, people in Japan eat ________ for good fortune.
a) Mochi
b) Kutia
c) Pan de muerto
d) Pasta

5.Why are cooking traditions important?
a) They teach us how to make fast food.
b) They connect us to our history and culture.
c) They replace family gatherings.
d) They are only about eating.

6.What activity helps families bond during holidays?
a) Watching TV
b) Cooking together
c) Going shopping
d) Reading books

Task 3: Fill in the Blanks

1. During Christmas, Ukrainian families prepare a dish called ________.
2. In Mexico, people bake ________ during the Day of the Dead.
3. In Japan, ________ is eaten during the New Year for good fortune.
4. ________, honey, and nuts are the main ingredients of kutia.
5. Potatoes, ________, and wheat are common in Ukrainian cuisine.
6. Cooking traditions help create happy ________ that last a lifetime.

Task 4    Write a short text (12-14 sentences) about your favorite culinary tradition in your family or country. Use the following questions as prompts:

1. What is a traditional dish in your family or culture?
2. When do you prepare it - on holidays or on ordinary days?
3. Who is involved in the preparation?
4. What ingredients are needed for this dish?
5. How do you prepare this dish? Describe the main stages.
6. Are there any special customs associated with this dish?
7. Why is this dish important to your family or culture?
8. Would you like to teach your friends or future children how to cook this dish? Why?
9. Do you think that a culinary tradition helps strengthen family relationships?
10. What new traditions related to this dish would you like to create?
11. Why do you think it is important to preserve culinary traditions?

Test   on  Reading                  7 Form                

Traditions and Cooking                            Variant 2                                     Every country in the world has unique traditions and special dishes that make it different from others. Traditions are customs and beliefs passed down from generation to generation. They include celebrations, festivals, family gatherings, and even the way people cook and eat. Let’s explore how traditions and cooking are connected and why they are so important.                                                                                                  Family Traditions in Cooking                                                                                                                                      In many families, cooking together is a cherished tradition. For example, during holidays, families often gather in the kitchen to prepare special meals. In Ukraine, Christmas is a time when families cook kutia, a sweet dish made of wheat, honey, and nuts. It is one of 12 dishes traditionally served on Christmas Eve. Each dish has a meaning, and the meal brings the whole family together.In other countries, similar traditions exist. In Italy, families often make homemade pasta together. Grandparents teach children how to roll the dough and cut it into shapes. This way, cooking becomes a way to preserve recipes and family bonds.                        National Dishes and Celebrations                                                                                                              National dishes often play an important role in festivals and celebrations. In Mexico, people celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) by making pan de muerto, a special bread decorated with sugar and shaped like bones. It is not only delicious but also a way to honor loved ones who have passed away. In Japan, during the New Year, people eat mochi, a sticky rice cake that symbolizes good fortune. Making mochi is also a fun activity called mochi-pounding, where families work together to prepare the rice.                                                                                               Traditional Ingredients                                                                                                                                        Cooking traditions often depend on the ingredients that grow locally. In Ukraine, potatoes, cabbage, and wheat are common ingredients because they grow well in the local climate. These ingredients are used in popular dishes like borsch and varenyky. In Asian countries like China and Thailand, rice is a staple food. It is used in dishes like fried rice or rice noodles. In the Mediterranean region, olive oil, tomatoes, and herbs are common, giving the dishes a fresh and aromatic flavor.                                                                                                                      Modern Traditions                                                                                                                                            In today’s world, some families create their own modern cooking traditions. For example, they may have a “pizza night” every Friday or bake cookies together every weekend. These traditions may not be old, but they are still meaningful because they bring people closer.                                                                                                  Why Are Cooking Traditions Important?                                                                                                             Cooking traditions teach us about our history and culture. They help us understand where we come from and what makes our culture special. They also teach us skills like teamwork, patience, and creativity. Most importantly, cooking and eating together create happy memories that last a lifetime.  In conclusion, traditions and cooking are deeply connected. Whether it’s a national festival or a simple family meal, the act of preparing and sharing food brings people together. It helps us celebrate our culture and enjoy the flavors of life.

Task1.Choose one variant:  True   or   False  .

1. In Mexico, pan de muerto is made for the New Year celebration.
2. Families in Japan practice mochi-pounding to prepare sticky rice cakes.
3. Cooking traditions only focus on making delicious food.
4. Families can create modern traditions, like a weekly “pizza night.”
5. Traditions teach us about history and culture.
6. Cooking together helps create happy memories.

Task2.Choose one correct variant.

1.What is a staple ingredient in Asian cuisines?
a) Wheat
b) Rice
c) Potatoes
d) Olive oil

2.When do Ukrainian families prepare kutia?
a) On Easter morning
b) During Christmas Eve
c) On New Year’s Day
d) During birthdays

3.How do Italian families bond through cooking?
a) By making pasta together
b) By ordering pizza
c) By eating mochi
d) By growing herbs

4.What is one reason why modern cooking traditions are valuable?
a) They create unhealthy habits.
b) They bring families together.
c) They are less work than traditional meals.
d) They focus only on taste.

5.What does pan de muerto symbolize?
a) Wealth
b) Bones
c) New beginnings
d) Happiness

6.What do cooking traditions often teach us?
a) Recipes and teamwork
b) Technology skills
c) Sports and hobbies
d) Dancing techniques

Task 3: Fill in the Blanks

1. Italian families often make ________ pasta together.
2. Mediterranean dishes often include ________ oil, tomatoes, and herbs.
3. Families can create their own ________ cooking traditions, like pizza night.
4. The process of mochi-pounding is a fun activity for ________.
5. National dishes are often part of ________ or celebrations.
6. Cooking traditions connect us to our ________ and culture.

Task 4    Write a short text (12-14 sentences) about your favorite culinary tradition in your family or country. Use the following questions as prompts:

1.    What is a traditional dish in your family or culture?
2.    When do you prepare it - on holidays or on ordinary days?
3.    Who is involved in the preparation?
4.    What ingredients are needed for this dish?
5.    How do you prepare this dish? Describe the main stages.
6.    Are there any special customs associated with this dish?
7.    Why is this dish important to your family or culture?
8.    Would you like to teach your friends or future children how to cook this dish? Why?
9.    Do you think that a culinary tradition helps strengthen family relationships?
10. What new traditions related to this dish would you like to create?
11. Why do you think it is important to preserve culinary traditions?