100. Упражнение № 78

USA.

The United States of America is one of the greatest countries of the world, the superpower. It is a federal republic, a union of 50 states. The flag of the USA is called “Stars and Stripes”. In the USA the American flag is a very important symbol of the country and is supposed to be treated with respect.

The USA is washed by two oceans: The Atlantic and the Pacific. Large seaports, such as New York and Boston have always played a very important part in economic and political development of the country.

The population of the USA is about 250 million people. Most of the people live in towns and cities or their suburbs. The main cities are situated at the Pacific and Atlantic coast. The largest cities of the USA are New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Detroit, San Francisco. New York is America’s largest city, it is located on Manhattan island. It is a city of great beauty and it is also a leading cultural center.

The capital of the country is Washington D.C. with the population of about 500 thousands people. It stands on the Potomac river which divides Washington D.C. into two parts.

The American Bald Eagle is a national emblem, it symbolizes each individual’s independence and strength.

Упражнение № 79

True or False

1. The USA is a union of 30 states.

2. The American flag is a very important symbol of the country.

3. The USA is washed by 4 oceans.

4. Most of the people live in towns and cities or their suburbs.

5. New York is America’s largest city.

6. The flag of the USA is called “Circles and Squares”.

7. The capital of the country is Boston.

8. Washington D.C. stands on the Potomac river.

9. The Bald Eagle is a national emblem of England.

Упражнение № 80

Sport.

Sport is a matter of national importance for every country. It serves to bring up strong and healthy people. “A sound mind in a healthy body”, the old proverb says.

There are different kind of sport. Track- and- field athletics is justly considered to be the queen of sports. Wrestling, boxing and weight- lifting are called “heavy athletics”. Young people are especially keen on these kinds of sports. They have become popular with the women as well.

Water sports are also very popular. They are rowing, yachting, diving, water polo and all kinds of swimming. The competitions in swimming can be held all the year round due to indoor swimming- pools. As for me I am fond of swimming. It is a sport of courage and stamina. It is a sport that gives you many moments of joy and helps to keep you fit.

Winter sports include skiing, sky- jumping, free style, speed skating, figure skating and others. All these sports are connected with ice and snow but artificial ice is also used. Figure skating has become the most popular kind of sports. It is fascinating and graceful as gymnastics is.

Many people prefer sport games. Such games as football, hockey, basketball, baseball, tennis attract thousands of sport fans.

There are two ways to enjoy sports: you may go in for sports or be a fan. Young people prefer to go in for sports. They have sport grounds, stadiums, courts, skating- rinks with modern facilities.

The world’s greatest sports international competitions are called the Olympic Games. They began in Ancient Greece. The modern Olympic Games took place in Athens in 1896. The first winter Olympic Games were held in France in 1924. Olympic Games are held every 4 years.

In conclusion I’d like to say that sport builds character. It teachers to win and to lose. It makes you strong, fast and patient.