II Term_ Reading Comprehension

The Andriyivsky Descent  

Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most ancient streets in the Ukrainian capital. It charms with its legendary history, beautiful colors, and unique architectural ensemble. Because of its atmosphere, it successfully competes in popularity with Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was so narrow, that only pedestrians and those on horseback were able to go down it. Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling carriages and loaded carts to pass through it. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers lived here. It was at that time that the street’s distinct atmosphere and its original look were created. Almost each building here is an architectural monument

One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mikhail Bulgakov lived and worked. Today, the house is a museum with an interesting exhibition, which is focused on the writer’s stay in Kyiv. Recently, a monument to Bulgakov was erected near the house.

If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Andriyivsky Descent and its buildings and owners, you should check out the One Street Museum.

Today, as many years ago, a bohemian atmosphere reigns here. The numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes on the street reinforce this aura. Kyiv’s Montmartre is always full of artists and craftsmen selling pictures, decorations, glass and ceramic objects, as well as souvenirs.

Question 1. Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most modern streets in the Ukrainian capital.

The Andriyivsky Descent  

Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most ancient streets in the Ukrainian capital. It charms with its legendary history, beautiful colors, and unique architectural ensemble. Because of its atmosphere, it successfully competes in popularity with Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was so narrow, that only pedestrians and those on horseback were able to go down it. Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling carriages and loaded carts to pass through it. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers lived here. It was at that time that the street’s distinct atmosphere and its original look were created. Almost each building here is an architectural monument

One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mikhail Bulgakov lived and worked. Today, the house is a museum with an interesting exhibition, which is focused on the writer’s stay in Kyiv. Recently, a monument to Bulgakov was erected near the house.

If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Andriyivsky Descent and its buildings and owners, you should check out the One Street Museum.

Today, as many years ago, a bohemian atmosphere reigns here. The numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes on the street reinforce this aura. Kyiv’s Montmartre is always full of artists and craftsmen selling pictures, decorations, glass and ceramic objects, as well as souvenirs.

Question 2. Andriyivsky Descent is less popular than Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

The Andriyivsky Descent  

Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most ancient streets in the Ukrainian capital. It charms with its legendary history, beautiful colors, and unique architectural ensemble. Because of its atmosphere, it successfully competes in popularity with Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was so narrow, that only pedestrians and those on horseback were able to go down it. Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling carriages and loaded carts to pass through it. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers lived here. It was at that time that the street’s distinct atmosphere and its original look were created. Almost each building here is an architectural monument

One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mikhail Bulgakov lived and worked. Today, the house is a museum with an interesting exhibition, which is focused on the writer’s stay in Kyiv. Recently, a monument to Bulgakov was erected near the house.

If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Andriyivsky Descent and its buildings and owners, you should check out the One Street Museum.

Today, as many years ago, a bohemian atmosphere reigns here. The numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes on the street reinforce this aura. Kyiv’s Montmartre is always full of artists and craftsmen selling pictures, decorations, glass and ceramic objects, as well as souvenirs.

Question 3. Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus.

The Andriyivsky Descent  

Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most ancient streets in the Ukrainian capital. It charms with its legendary history, beautiful colors, and unique architectural ensemble. Because of its atmosphere, it successfully competes in popularity with Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was so narrow, that only pedestrians and those on horseback were able to go down it. Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling carriages and loaded carts to pass through it. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers lived here. It was at that time that the street’s distinct atmosphere and its original look were created. Almost each building here is an architectural monument

One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mikhail Bulgakov lived and worked. Today, the house is a museum with an interesting exhibition, which is focused on the writer’s stay in Kyiv. Recently, a monument to Bulgakov was erected near the house.

If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Andriyivsky Descent and its buildings and owners, you should check out the One Street Museum.

Today, as many years ago, a bohemian atmosphere reigns here. The numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes on the street reinforce this aura. Kyiv’s Montmartre is always full of artists and craftsmen selling pictures, decorations, glass and ceramic objects, as well as souvenirs.

Question 4. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was rather wide.

The Andriyivsky Descent  

Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most ancient streets in the Ukrainian capital. It charms with its legendary history, beautiful colors, and unique architectural ensemble. Because of its atmosphere, it successfully competes in popularity with Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was so narrow, that only pedestrians and those on horseback were able to go down it. Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling carriages and loaded carts to pass through it. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers lived here. It was at that time that the street’s distinct atmosphere and its original look were created. Almost each building here is an architectural monument

One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mikhail Bulgakov lived and worked. Today, the house is a museum with an interesting exhibition, which is focused on the writer’s stay in Kyiv. Recently, a monument to Bulgakov was erected near the house.

If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Andriyivsky Descent and its buildings and owners, you should check out the One Street Museum.

Today, as many years ago, a bohemian atmosphere reigns here. The numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes on the street reinforce this aura. Kyiv’s Montmartre is always full of artists and craftsmen selling pictures, decorations, glass and ceramic objects, as well as souvenirs.

Question 5 Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling cars and buses to pass through it.

The Andriyivsky Descent  

Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most ancient streets in the Ukrainian capital. It charms with its legendary history, beautiful colors, and unique architectural ensemble. Because of its atmosphere, it successfully competes in popularity with Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was so narrow, that only pedestrians and those on horseback were able to go down it. Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling carriages and loaded carts to pass through it. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers lived here. It was at that time that the street’s distinct atmosphere and its original look were created. Almost each building here is an architectural monument

One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mikhail Bulgakov lived and worked. Today, the house is a museum with an interesting exhibition, which is focused on the writer’s stay in Kyiv. Recently, a monument to Bulgakov was erected near the house.

If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Andriyivsky Descent and its buildings and owners, you should check out the One Street Museum.

Today, as many years ago, a bohemian atmosphere reigns here. The numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes on the street reinforce this aura. Kyiv’s Montmartre is always full of artists and craftsmen selling pictures, decorations, glass and ceramic objects, as well as souvenirs.

Question 6. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

The Andriyivsky Descent  

Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most ancient streets in the Ukrainian capital. It charms with its legendary history, beautiful colors, and unique architectural ensemble. Because of its atmosphere, it successfully competes in popularity with Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was so narrow, that only pedestrians and those on horseback were able to go down it. Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling carriages and loaded carts to pass through it. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers lived here. It was at that time that the street’s distinct atmosphere and its original look were created. Almost each building here is an architectural monument

One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mikhail Bulgakov lived and worked. Today, the house is a museum with an interesting exhibition, which is focused on the writer’s stay in Kyiv. Recently, a monument to Bulgakov was erected near the house.

If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Andriyivsky Descent and its buildings and owners, you should check out the One Street Museum.

Today, as many years ago, a bohemian atmosphere reigns here. The numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes on the street reinforce this aura. Kyiv’s Montmartre is always full of artists and craftsmen selling pictures, decorations, glass and ceramic objects, as well as souvenirs.

Question 7. In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly workers and poor people lived here.

The Andriyivsky Descent  

Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most ancient streets in the Ukrainian capital. It charms with its legendary history, beautiful colors, and unique architectural ensemble. Because of its atmosphere, it successfully competes in popularity with Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was so narrow, that only pedestrians and those on horseback were able to go down it. Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling carriages and loaded carts to pass through it. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers lived here. It was at that time that the street’s distinct atmosphere and its original look were created. Almost each building here is an architectural monument

One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mikhail Bulgakov lived and worked. Today, the house is a museum with an interesting exhibition, which is focused on the writer’s stay in Kyiv. Recently, a monument to Bulgakov was erected near the house.

If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Andriyivsky Descent and its buildings and owners, you should check out the One Street Museum.

Today, as many years ago, a bohemian atmosphere reigns here. The numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes on the street reinforce this aura. Kyiv’s Montmartre is always full of artists and craftsmen selling pictures, decorations, glass and ceramic objects, as well as souvenirs.

Question 8. Almost each building here is an architectural monument.

The Andriyivsky Descent  

Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most ancient streets in the Ukrainian capital. It charms with its legendary history, beautiful colors, and unique architectural ensemble. Because of its atmosphere, it successfully competes in popularity with Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was so narrow, that only pedestrians and those on horseback were able to go down it. Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling carriages and loaded carts to pass through it. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers lived here. It was at that time that the street’s distinct atmosphere and its original look were created. Almost each building here is an architectural monument

One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mikhail Bulgakov lived and worked. Today, the house is a museum with an interesting exhibition, which is focused on the writer’s stay in Kyiv. Recently, a monument to Bulgakov was erected near the house.

If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Andriyivsky Descent and its buildings and owners, you should check out the One Street Museum.

Today, as many years ago, a bohemian atmosphere reigns here. The numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes on the street reinforce this aura. Kyiv’s Montmartre is always full of artists and craftsmen selling pictures, decorations, glass and ceramic objects, as well as souvenirs.

Question 9. One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mykola Gogol lived and worked.

The Andriyivsky Descent  

Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most ancient streets in the Ukrainian capital. It charms with its legendary history, beautiful colors, and unique architectural ensemble. Because of its atmosphere, it successfully competes in popularity with Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was so narrow, that only pedestrians and those on horseback were able to go down it. Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling carriages and loaded carts to pass through it. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers lived here. It was at that time that the street’s distinct atmosphere and its original look were created. Almost each building here is an architectural monument

One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mikhail Bulgakov lived and worked. Today, the house is a museum with an interesting exhibition, which is focused on the writer’s stay in Kyiv. Recently, a monument to Bulgakov was erected near the house.

If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Andriyivsky Descent and its buildings and owners, you should check out the One Street Museum.

Today, as many years ago, a bohemian atmosphere reigns here. The numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes on the street reinforce this aura. Kyiv’s Montmartre is always full of artists and craftsmen selling pictures, decorations, glass and ceramic objects, as well as souvenirs.

Question 10. If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Golden Gate and Yaroslav the Wise, you should check out the One Street Museum.

The Andriyivsky Descent  

Andriyivsky Descent, popularly known as the Montmartre of Kyiv, is one of the most ancient streets in the Ukrainian capital. It charms with its legendary history, beautiful colors, and unique architectural ensemble. Because of its atmosphere, it successfully competes in popularity with Kyiv’s main street - Khreshchatyk.

Andriyivsky Descent appeared in the times of the Kyivan Rus. Back then, it connected the upper and the lower part of the town (Podol) and was so narrow, that only pedestrians and those on horseback were able to go down it. Only in the 18th century was the street widened, enabling carriages and loaded carts to pass through it. The descent got its current name after St. Andrew's Church was built at the top.

In the 19th-20th centuries, mainly artists, sculptors, musicians, and writers lived here. It was at that time that the street’s distinct atmosphere and its original look were created. Almost each building here is an architectural monument

One of the remarkable building on Andriyivsky Descent is the two-story house №13, where Mikhail Bulgakov lived and worked. Today, the house is a museum with an interesting exhibition, which is focused on the writer’s stay in Kyiv. Recently, a monument to Bulgakov was erected near the house.

If you want to find out more about the amazing history of the Andriyivsky Descent and its buildings and owners, you should check out the One Street Museum.

Today, as many years ago, a bohemian atmosphere reigns here. The numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes on the street reinforce this aura. Kyiv’s Montmartre is always full of artists and craftsmen selling pictures, decorations, glass and ceramic objects, as well as souvenirs.

Question 11. There are numerous artistic salons, galleries, and art-cafes there,in Kyiv’s Montmartre .

Battle of Trafalgar

During the French Revolutionary Wars (1792-1815), Great Britain and France were fierce enemies. Napoleon even planned to invade Britain. For this, however, he needed an enormous fleet. But his main fleet lay in the Spanish harbour of Cadiz.

Of course, the British tried to prevent Napoleon from invading Britain. They carefully watched what Napoleon’s ships were doing and also sent a fleet down to Spain to deal with the problem. The leader of that Royal Navy fleet was Admiral Nelson.

On 21st October 1805 the Royal Navy fleet clashed with the allied French and Spanish fleet at Cape Trafalgar (somewhere between Cadiz and the Strait of Gibraltar). At about 11:30 a.m., Nelson gave the signal to attack the enemy: “England expects that every man will do his duty.”

Although they were outnumbered by French and Spanish ships, the Royal Navy fleet won the battle thanks to Nelsons great tactical maneuvres. At about a quarter past four in the afternoon, the fighting was over. But Nelson, deadly wounded in the battle, died fifteen minutes later. Still, the battle was a great success for the British as the French had to stop their plans of invading Britain and Britain remained the most powerful nation at sea.

The journey home was long and in order to preserve Nelson's body, the corpse was placed in a barrel of rum. Legend has it that the sailor’s secretely drank from that barrel – they claimed it was Nelson's Blood they were drinking and there was even a shanty called Nelson's Blood.

Back in England, Nelson was buried in London’s St Paul’s Cathedral. All over Britain, monuments were built to commemorate Nelson’s great victory at Trafalgar. The most famous memorial is in the heart of London – it’s Trafalgar Square with Nelson’s Column in its centre.

Question 12. Were Great Britain and France allies in 1805?  .

Battle of Trafalgar

During the French Revolutionary Wars (1792-1815), Great Britain and France were fierce enemies. Napoleon even planned to invade Britain. For this, however, he needed an enormous fleet. But his main fleet lay in the Spanish harbour of Cadiz.

Of course, the British tried to prevent Napoleon from invading Britain. They carefully watched what Napoleon’s ships were doing and also sent a fleet down to Spain to deal with the problem. The leader of that Royal Navy fleet was Admiral Nelson.

On 21st October 1805 the Royal Navy fleet clashed with the allied French and Spanish fleet at Cape Trafalgar (somewhere between Cadiz and the Strait of Gibraltar). At about 11:30 a.m., Nelson gave the signal to attack the enemy: “England expects that every man will do his duty.”

Although they were outnumbered by French and Spanish ships, the Royal Navy fleet won the battle thanks to Nelsons great tactical maneuvres. At about a quarter past four in the afternoon, the fighting was over. But Nelson, deadly wounded in the battle, died fifteen minutes later. Still, the battle was a great success for the British as the French had to stop their plans of invading Britain and Britain remained the most powerful nation at sea.

The journey home was long and in order to preserve Nelson's body, the corpse was placed in a barrel of rum. Legend has it that the sailor’s secretely drank from that barrel – they claimed it was Nelson's Blood they were drinking and there was even a shanty called Nelson's Blood.

Back in England, Nelson was buried in London’s St Paul’s Cathedral. All over Britain, monuments were built to commemorate Nelson’s great victory at Trafalgar. The most famous memorial is in the heart of London – it’s Trafalgar Square with Nelson’s Column in its centre.

Question 13. Where is Cape Trafalgar? .

Battle of Trafalgar

During the French Revolutionary Wars (1792-1815), Great Britain and France were fierce enemies. Napoleon even planned to invade Britain. For this, however, he needed an enormous fleet. But his main fleet lay in the Spanish harbour of Cadiz.

Of course, the British tried to prevent Napoleon from invading Britain. They carefully watched what Napoleon’s ships were doing and also sent a fleet down to Spain to deal with the problem. The leader of that Royal Navy fleet was Admiral Nelson.

On 21st October 1805 the Royal Navy fleet clashed with the allied French and Spanish fleet at Cape Trafalgar (somewhere between Cadiz and the Strait of Gibraltar). At about 11:30 a.m., Nelson gave the signal to attack the enemy: “England expects that every man will do his duty.”

Although they were outnumbered by French and Spanish ships, the Royal Navy fleet won the battle thanks to Nelsons great tactical maneuvres. At about a quarter past four in the afternoon, the fighting was over. But Nelson, deadly wounded in the battle, died fifteen minutes later. Still, the battle was a great success for the British as the French had to stop their plans of invading Britain and Britain remained the most powerful nation at sea.

The journey home was long and in order to preserve Nelson's body, the corpse was placed in a barrel of rum. Legend has it that the sailor’s secretely drank from that barrel – they claimed it was Nelson's Blood they were drinking and there was even a shanty called Nelson's Blood.

Back in England, Nelson was buried in London’s St Paul’s Cathedral. All over Britain, monuments were built to commemorate Nelson’s great victory at Trafalgar. The most famous memorial is in the heart of London – it’s Trafalgar Square with Nelson’s Column in its centre.

Question 14. Did Nelson's fleet have fewer ships than the French and Spanish fleet? 

Battle of Trafalgar

During the French Revolutionary Wars (1792-1815), Great Britain and France were fierce enemies. Napoleon even planned to invade Britain. For this, however, he needed an enormous fleet. But his main fleet lay in the Spanish harbour of Cadiz.

Of course, the British tried to prevent Napoleon from invading Britain. They carefully watched what Napoleon’s ships were doing and also sent a fleet down to Spain to deal with the problem. The leader of that Royal Navy fleet was Admiral Nelson.

On 21st October 1805 the Royal Navy fleet clashed with the allied French and Spanish fleet at Cape Trafalgar (somewhere between Cadiz and the Strait of Gibraltar). At about 11:30 a.m., Nelson gave the signal to attack the enemy: “England expects that every man will do his duty.”

Although they were outnumbered by French and Spanish ships, the Royal Navy fleet won the battle thanks to Nelsons great tactical maneuvres. At about a quarter past four in the afternoon, the fighting was over. But Nelson, deadly wounded in the battle, died fifteen minutes later. Still, the battle was a great success for the British as the French had to stop their plans of invading Britain and Britain remained the most powerful nation at sea.

The journey home was long and in order to preserve Nelson's body, the corpse was placed in a barrel of rum. Legend has it that the sailor’s secretely drank from that barrel – they claimed it was Nelson's Blood they were drinking and there was even a shanty called Nelson's Blood.

Back in England, Nelson was buried in London’s St Paul’s Cathedral. All over Britain, monuments were built to commemorate Nelson’s great victory at Trafalgar. The most famous memorial is in the heart of London – it’s Trafalgar Square with Nelson’s Column in its centre.

Which of the following statements is correct?