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Although nowadays the majority of people prefer to learn out about the news from the Internet or TV, reading is still an important leisure activity in Britain and there is a very large number of books, newspapers and magazines devoted to a wide variety of subjects. The biggest-selling magazines in Britain (after TV guides which sell over 3 million copies a week) are women’s and pop music publications. The best-selling books are not great works of literature but stories of mystery and romance which are sold in huge quantities (Agatha Christie’s novels, for example, have sold more than 300 million copies). It has been estimated that only about 3 per cent of the population read «classics» such as Charles Dickens or Jane Austin, whereas popular book sales can be enormous, particularly if the books are connected with TV shows or dramatisations.

Agatha Christie’s novels are still popular in Britain. - T for True, F for False

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Although nowadays the majority of people prefer to learn out about the news from the Internet or TV, reading is still an important leisure activity in Britain and there is a very large number of books, newspapers and magazines devoted to a wide variety of subjects. The biggest-selling magazines in Britain (after TV guides which sell over 3 million copies a week) are women’s and pop music publications. The best-selling books are not great works of literature but stories of mystery and romance which are sold in huge quantities (Agatha Christie’s novels, for example, have sold more than 300 million copies). It has been estimated that only about 3 per cent of the population read «classics» such as Charles Dickens or Jane Austin, whereas popular book sales can be enormous, particularly if the books are connected with TV shows or dramatisations.

Only a few people in Britain read classical literature. - T for True, F for False

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Although nowadays the majority of people prefer to learn out about the news from the Internet or TV, reading is still an important leisure activity in Britain and there is a very large number of books, newspapers and magazines devoted to a wide variety of subjects. The biggest-selling magazines in Britain (after TV guides which sell over 3 million copies a week) are women’s and pop music publications. The best-selling books are not great works of literature but stories of mystery and romance which are sold in huge quantities (Agatha Christie’s novels, for example, have sold more than 300 million copies). It has been estimated that only about 3 per cent of the population read «classics» such as Charles Dickens or Jane Austin, whereas popular book sales can be enormous, particularly if the books are connected with TV shows or dramatisations.

Stories of mystery and romance are more popular than great works of literature.  - T for True, F for False

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Although nowadays the majority of people prefer to learn out about the news from the Internet or TV, reading is still an important leisure activity in Britain and there is a very large number of books, newspapers and magazines devoted to a wide variety of subjects. The biggest-selling magazines in Britain (after TV guides which sell over 3 million copies a week) are women’s and pop music publications. The best-selling books are not great works of literature but stories of mystery and romance which are sold in huge quantities (Agatha Christie’s novels, for example, have sold more than 300 million copies). It has been estimated that only about 3 per cent of the population read «classics» such as Charles Dickens or Jane Austin, whereas popular book sales can be enormous, particularly if the books are connected with TV shows or dramatisations.

Not many people buy TV guides. - T for True, F for False

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Although nowadays the majority of people prefer to learn out about the news from the Internet or TV, reading is still an important leisure activity in Britain and there is a very large number of books, newspapers and magazines devoted to a wide variety of subjects. The biggest-selling magazines in Britain (after TV guides which sell over 3 million copies a week) are women’s and pop music publications. The best-selling books are not great works of literature but stories of mystery and romance which are sold in huge quantities (Agatha Christie’s novels, for example, have sold more than 300 million copies). It has been estimated that only about 3 per cent of the population read «classics» such as Charles Dickens or Jane Austin, whereas popular book sales can be enormous, particularly if the books are connected with TV shows or dramatisations.

Women’s and pop music publications are very popular in Britain. - T for True, F for False

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Although nowadays the majority of people prefer to learn out about the news from the Internet or TV, reading is still an important leisure activity in Britain and there is a very large number of books, newspapers and magazines devoted to a wide variety of subjects. The biggest-selling magazines in Britain (after TV guides which sell over 3 million copies a week) are women’s and pop music publications. The best-selling books are not great works of literature but stories of mystery and romance which are sold in huge quantities (Agatha Christie’s novels, for example, have sold more than 300 million copies). It has been estimated that only about 3 per cent of the population read «classics» such as Charles Dickens or Jane Austin, whereas popular book sales can be enormous, particularly if the books are connected with TV shows or dramatisations.

People in Britain don’t read nowadays because they prefer watching TV? - T for True, F for False

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Welcome to Chamonix The resort of Chamonix in France is a great place for a family holiday because there is something for everyone. The Chamonix valley lies in France between Servoz and Barberine on the Swiss border. Chamonix is one of the towns in the valley. The valley includes spectacular mountain scenery including Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Western Europe.

Chamonix is perfect to visit any time of the year. For example, in the winter you can enjoy skiing around the Mont Blanc area. For those new to skiing there are numerous ski schools. For the more adventurous there are difficult ski slopes. If you want to explore the snowy mountains, you can go snowshoeing – that is, walking on deep snow wearing special shoes. This is a great way for young and old people to take a closer look at the beautiful scenery.

In the summer, visitors can choose from many different things to do. For example, you can go hiking, walking, climbing, paragliding, mountain biking and do various water sports. There are also kids clubs and adventure camps. They offer a variety of fun activities for both younger children and teenagers. There are also interesting cultural events and shows.

The town of Chamonix has some beautiful and historic buildings, too. There are museums and galleries, shops, cafés and restaurants. Chamonix is a fantastic place to go if you enjoy the outdoors and you want a fun holiday. It can help you relax and keep the kids very happy.

You can see some very old buildings in Chamonix - T for True, F for False or NM for Not Mentioned

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Welcome to Chamonix The resort of Chamonix in France is a great place for a family holiday because there is something for everyone. The Chamonix valley lies in France between Servoz and Barberine on the Swiss border. Chamonix is one of the towns in the valley. The valley includes spectacular mountain scenery including Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Western Europe.

Chamonix is perfect to visit any time of the year. For example, in the winter you can enjoy skiing around the Mont Blanc area. For those new to skiing there are numerous ski schools. For the more adventurous there are difficult ski slopes. If you want to explore the snowy mountains, you can go snowshoeing – that is, walking on deep snow wearing special shoes. This is a great way for young and old people to take a closer look at the beautiful scenery.

In the summer, visitors can choose from many different things to do. For example, you can go hiking, walking, climbing, paragliding, mountain biking and do various water sports. There are also kids clubs and adventure camps. They offer a variety of fun activities for both younger children and teenagers. There are also interesting cultural events and shows.

The town of Chamonix has some beautiful and historic buildings, too. There are museums and galleries, shops, cafés and restaurants. Chamonix is a fantastic place to go if you enjoy the outdoors and you want a fun holiday. It can help you relax and keep the kids very happy.

There is nothing for teenagers to do in Chamonix. - T for True, F for False or NM for Not Mentioned

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Welcome to Chamonix The resort of Chamonix in France is a great place for a family holiday because there is something for everyone. The Chamonix valley lies in France between Servoz and Barberine on the Swiss border. Chamonix is one of the towns in the valley. The valley includes spectacular mountain scenery including Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Western Europe.

Chamonix is perfect to visit any time of the year. For example, in the winter you can enjoy skiing around the Mont Blanc area. For those new to skiing there are numerous ski schools. For the more adventurous there are difficult ski slopes. If you want to explore the snowy mountains, you can go snowshoeing – that is, walking on deep snow wearing special shoes. This is a great way for young and old people to take a closer look at the beautiful scenery.

In the summer, visitors can choose from many different things to do. For example, you can go hiking, walking, climbing, paragliding, mountain biking and do various water sports. There are also kids clubs and adventure camps. They offer a variety of fun activities for both younger children and teenagers. There are also interesting cultural events and shows.

The town of Chamonix has some beautiful and historic buildings, too. There are museums and galleries, shops, cafés and restaurants. Chamonix is a fantastic place to go if you enjoy the outdoors and you want a fun holiday. It can help you relax and keep the kids very happy.

It is better to visit Chamonix in the summer. - T for True, F for False or NM for Not Mentioned

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Welcome to Chamonix The resort of Chamonix in France is a great place for a family holiday because there is something for everyone. The Chamonix valley lies in France between Servoz and Barberine on the Swiss border. Chamonix is one of the towns in the valley. The valley includes spectacular mountain scenery including Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Western Europe.

Chamonix is perfect to visit any time of the year. For example, in the winter you can enjoy skiing around the Mont Blanc area. For those new to skiing there are numerous ski schools. For the more adventurous there are difficult ski slopes. If you want to explore the snowy mountains, you can go snowshoeing – that is, walking on deep snow wearing special shoes. This is a great way for young and old people to take a closer look at the beautiful scenery.

In the summer, visitors can choose from many different things to do. For example, you can go hiking, walking, climbing, paragliding, mountain biking and do various water sports. There are also kids clubs and adventure camps. They offer a variety of fun activities for both younger children and teenagers. There are also interesting cultural events and shows.

The town of Chamonix has some beautiful and historic buildings, too. There are museums and galleries, shops, cafés and restaurants. Chamonix is a fantastic place to go if you enjoy the outdoors and you want a fun holiday. It can help you relax and keep the kids very happy.

You need to be an experienced skier to ski in the Chamonix resort. - T for True, F for False or NM for Not Mentioned

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Welcome to Chamonix The resort of Chamonix in France is a great place for a family holiday because there is something for everyone. The Chamonix valley lies in France between Servoz and Barberine on the Swiss border. Chamonix is one of the towns in the valley. The valley includes spectacular mountain scenery including Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Western Europe.

Chamonix is perfect to visit any time of the year. For example, in the winter you can enjoy skiing around the Mont Blanc area. For those new to skiing there are numerous ski schools. For the more adventurous there are difficult ski slopes. If you want to explore the snowy mountains, you can go snowshoeing – that is, walking on deep snow wearing special shoes. This is a great way for young and old people to take a closer look at the beautiful scenery.

In the summer, visitors can choose from many different things to do. For example, you can go hiking, walking, climbing, paragliding, mountain biking and do various water sports. There are also kids clubs and adventure camps. They offer a variety of fun activities for both younger children and teenagers. There are also interesting cultural events and shows.

The town of Chamonix has some beautiful and historic buildings, too. There are museums and galleries, shops, cafés and restaurants. Chamonix is a fantastic place to go if you enjoy the outdoors and you want a fun holiday. It can help you relax and keep the kids very happy.

Chamonix is close to the Swiss border. - T for True, F for False or NM for Not Mentioned

A Tony

My sleep problem is really quite serious, but a lot of people think that it’s normal and even funny. I snore at night when I’m asleep – and my wife says that it’s pretty loud! Now, I know snoring isn’t unusual and there is a lot of advice on how to stop someone snoring, but my snoring is different! It’s linked to something called sleep apnoea. When you snore it means that you can’t keep your throat open when you’re asleep. In my case, I actually stop breathing for ten seconds or more. It worries my wife but I always wake up afterwards!

B Lizzie

My problem is very unusual and most people have never heard of it. It’s called narcolepsy and it has changed my whole life. Narcolepsy is when people fall asleep anywhere at any time and they can’t stop it. Since the problem started I’ve had to stop working because you can’t do a good job if you fall asleep in the middle of a conversation! My friends have been very supportive but I don't like going out now because I get embarrassed about it and also I’ve had to stop driving as it’s much too dangerous. I go to a special sleep clinic now and they’re helping me a lot.

C Robert

I’ve had this sleep problem since I was a child and I know a lot of people who have the same problem. It’s called insomnia and it means I sleep very badly. Sometimes I can’t get to sleep for hours and sometimes I go to sleep OK, but I wake up in the middle of the night and then I can’t get back to sleep again. It’s horrible because the next day I can’t concentrate on my work. The doctor gave me sleeping tablets, but I don’t like taking them because they make me feel bad the next day

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6 Robert never takes his sleeping tablets.