- •Contents
- •Module 10 culture, customs & traditions all over the world
- •3 Prepare the answers to the following questions.
- •Why are many Europeans worried?
- •4 Find words/phrases in the article which mean the following.
- •5 Listen to the recording about war on manners. Fill in the gaps (1-10) with the missing information. Use no more than 5 words.
- •7 Match the statements (1-5) with the people you’ve heard. There is one extra statement.
- •Vocabulary and Grammar
- •8 Find the odd word out. Explain why this word is the odd one.
- •9 Read the text and decide which word a, b, c or d best fits each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0). Coffee culture
- •10 Find 12 verbs in the puzzle. They go in two directions: → and ↓. Use each letter once only.
- •11 Complete the sentences with six (6) verbs from the puzzle in (the) Activity 10.
- •13 Read the text. Use the word given in capitals at the end of each line to form a word that fits in the space in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0). The wild west
- •14 In lines 1-15, cross out extra words where necessary as in the example at the beginning (0).
- •15 Guess the meaning of the following proverbs and then fill in the gaps in the sentences below.
- •16 Look at the picture and make notes about good and bad table manners in your country.
- •17 Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the prepositions from the box.
- •18 Complete the sentences filling in the appropriate word from the box. Each word should be used once. Pay attention to the form of the word you insert. Final tips for travellers
- •7 In America you should eat your hamburger with both hands and as quickly as possible. You shouldn’t try to have a _________ until it is eaten.
- •19 Put the verbs in brackets into the Future Continuous.
- •20 Put the verbs in brackets into the correct form, either the Future Simple or the Future Continuous.
- •21 Extend the statements in the Future Continuous Tense, using the words in brackets. There is an example.
- •22 Write answers to the questions in the Future Continuous, using the given suggestions.
- •23 Choose the correct answer a, b, c or d for each sentence.
- •24 Put the verbs in brackets into the most suitable form, the Present Simple, the Future Simple, the Present Continuous or the Future Continuous.
- •25 Put the verbs in brackets into the correct form, either the Future Continuous or the Future Perfect.
- •Extra tips
- •1 You are going to read a magazine article about the guidebook of the sea superstitions. Choose the correct answer a, b, c or d for each statement. Lucky angel or devil incarnate?
- •2 Match the words (1-6) with the definitions (a-g).
- •3 Read the following sentences and decide if they are true (t) or false (f).
- •4 Look at the statements about origins of some superstitions. Read the text to decide if each statement is correct or incorrect.
- •Superstitions explained
- •5 Listen to the recording and choose the correct answer a, b, c or d for statements and questions (1-5).
- •Vocabulary and Grammar
- •7 Match the words (1-10) with their definitions (a-j), then complete the sentences (1-10) using the same words. Each word should be used once.
- •8 Guess the meaning of the following proverbs and then fill in the gaps in the sentences below.
- •10 Read the text and choose the correct answer a, b, c or d for each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0). Socks & Stockings
- •11 Read the text. Use the word given in capitals at the end of each line to form a word that fits in the space in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0). Superstitions
- •12 Read the following statements about British superstitions and decide whether they are true (t) or false (f).
- •13 Look at the picture. Write everything that you’ve known about wedding superstitions in your own country and other countries of the world and explain their origin.
- •15 Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the prepositions from the box.
- •16 Put the verbs in brackets into the correct form.
- •17 Read the situations and write sentences from the words in brackets.
- •18 Based on the example sentence (1), complete the second sentence by filling in the gaps.
- •19 Put the verbs in brackets into the most suitable form, the Past Simple or the Past Perfect.
- •20 Put the verbs in brackets into the correct form.
- •21 Read the situations and write sentences from the words in brackets.
- •22 Put the verbs in brackets into the most suitable form, the Past Simple, the Past Continuous or the Past Perfect Continuous.
- •23 Put the verbs in brackets into the most suitable form, the Past Simple, the Past Continuous, the Past Perfect or the Past Perfect Continuous.
- •Introductions
- •Introduction:
- •Video equipment:
- •2 Read the following sentences and decide if they are true (t) or false (f).
- •3 Look at the statements about a traditional wedding entertainment in Egyptian villages. Read the text to decide if each statement is correct or incorrect.
- •4 Read the text “The Night of the Henna” again and put these events in the right order.
- •6 Match the statements (1-5) with the people you’ve heard. There is one extra statement you do not need to use.
- •7 You will hear a woman (her name is Melinda) talking about her wedding. Decide if you think each statement is correct or incorrect.
- •Vocabulary and Grammar
- •8 Guess the meaning of the following proverbs and then fill in the gaps in the sentences below.
- •9 Choose the most suitable word underlined in each sentence.
- •11 In lines 1-15, cross out extra words where necessary. Moslim wedding
- •12 Read the text and choose the correct answer a, b, c or d for each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0). Wedding customs in turkey
- •Не правильно, что предлагаются несуществующие формы
- •15 Write definitions, advantages and disadvantages of different types of marriage as in the example at home.
- •16 Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the prepositions in the box.
- •17 Match two parts of the sentences.
- •18 Fill in the gaps with the (an) appropriate question tag.
- •19 Read the situation. Ask people to do things, or ask for information, with a sentence and a question tag.
- •20 Choose the correct tag to finish the sentence.
- •21 Write sentences with a question tag for the following situations. Use the verb in brackets.
- •22 British people like talking about the weather. Complete the following conversations using one of the tags in the box.
- •23 Match two parts of the sentences.
- •24 Complete the sentences with question tags.
- •25 You have decided to enter a short story competition. The competition rules say that the story must begin or end with the words:
- •Reading
- •1 Read the text and questions below. For each question, choose the correct answer – a, b, c or d.
- •Carnival
- •3 From the sentences below choose the statements which best summarize the article in the previous activity.
- •4 Read the following sentences and decide if they are true (t) or false (f).
- •9 Guess the meaning of the following idioms and then fill in the gaps in the sentences below.
- •10 Read the text. Use the word given in capitals at the end of each line to form a word that fits in the space in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0).
- •The furry dance
- •12 Read the text and decide which word a, b, c or d best fits each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0). Festivals in ireland
- •13 Put the verb in brackets in the appropriate future form.
- •14 Fill in the gaps in the text with the correct future or present form of the verb in brackets.
- •15 Unite the following pairs of sentences using the conjunction in brackets.
- •16 Choose the correct answer a, b, c or d for each sentence.
- •17 Fill in the gaps using the verbs in brackets in the correct past form.
- •18 Fill in the appropriate question tag.
- •19 Match two parts of the sentences.
- •20 Fill in the gaps with the correct question tag.
20 Fill in the gaps with the correct question tag.
A: You’ve heard about what happened to old Mrs. Williams, (1) __________?
B: No, what?
A: Well, promise not to tell anyone, (2) __________?
B: I cross my heart. You know you can trust me, (3) __________?
A: Well, OK. I was in the supermarket the other day. I saw someone being arrested for shoplifting. You can guess who it was, (4) __________?
B: I don’t believe it! Her son’s been sending her money, (5) __________? Why would she steal?
A: I don’t know. It’s quite strange, (6) __________?
WRITING
21 Imagine that you have been the participant of the carnival recently. You have decided to write your English-speaking pen friend, telling him/her about its historical origin, place, time, preparations, participants and your impressions, feelings, emotions. Write approximately 180-200 words in an appropriate style.
TIP STRIP
Useful language
Start of the letter
Thanks for your letter. It was lovely to hear from you.
Sorry I haven’t written for so long but …
I was really pleased to hear that …
I thought I’d better write and tell you about …
Conclusions
Well, that’s all for now. Do write back soon.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Thanks for all your help.
Good luck with the …!
Give my love/regards to …
Begin your letter with some general comments, or by apologizing for a delay in writing, or by referring to a letter you’ve just received. Don’t begin each sentence in the same way. Divide your letter into paragraphs and include two or three points in each paragraph. Try to use a good range of vocabulary that is relevant to the question.
Here is the sample of a story.
Hi, Misha!
I can’t believe I’ve been here in England for two weeks already. I’m having a fantastic time.
When I arrived, I was worried because I didn’t know any of the people in my course. However, I’ve made lots of friends now. Most of the other students are the same age as me and although we come from different countries we have the same sort of interests and hobbies.
So far, I’ve been to visit lots of places of interest here, including London and Cambridge, and I have learned a lot about English history and culture. I’m planning an excursion to Scotland next weekend with people from my class. We’re going to spend a night in Edinburgh and then drive across to see the islands off the west coast. It should be really beautiful — and we’ll have good fun together too, I think.
I’ve taken lots of photos here so I can tell you all about it when I get back. Hope you are enjoying your holiday. Write soon and tell me all about what you’ve been doing.
Love,
Nadine
WORD LIST
Acceptable
Admirer
Anniversary party
Arranged marriage
Bachelor party
Bad manners
Bad sign
Belief
Best men
Bridal
Bride
Bridegroom
Bridesmaid
Candies
Candle
Carnival preparation
Celebration
Celebrity
Cheerful
Church ceremony
Church wedding
Civil marriage
Confetti
Country dance
Couple
Cross-cultural difference
Culture clash
Custom
Decorated house
Decoration
Deed
Devil
Disrespectful
Divorce
Embarrassing
Engagement ring
Event
Evident
Evil
Fable
Fantastic
Fate
Father-in-law
Festival
Festive mood
Festivities
Fiancé
Fiancée
Fidelity
Fiesta
Firecrackers
Fireworks
Flamboyant
Formal rules
Freedom
Fulfillment
Garland
Good manners
Gregarious old lady
Guest
Habits
Harm
Harvest
Hen party
Historical origin
Holy
Hospitable
House-warming party
In public
International etiquette
Invitation
Joyous
Kinship
Lucky charms
Male obligation
Marriage
Marriage contract
Monogamy marriage
Mosque
Multicultural
National pride
Newly-weds
Omen
Parade
Participant
Polygamy
Prejudice
Punctual
Registry office
Relationship
Relative
Religious event
Religious procession
Reserved
Responsibility
Ritual
Rival
Romantic
Romantic marriage
Sacred
Single-parent family
Soft drinks
Sophisticated
Special costume
Spectacular
Spectator
Stag-party
Stereotype
Streamer
Strict rule
Superstition
Superstitious
Talisman
Tea-party
The bond of marriage
To prevent bad luck
The unwedded women of marriageable age
To adore someone
To announce
To ask somebody out
To be divorced from somebody
To be generally accepted
To be reconciled with somebody
To be unfaithful to somebody
To bring good luck
To bring out
To come across as
To come out
To commemorate
To congratulate
To cross your fingers
To decorate
To demonstrate
To do with somebody
To expect a baby
To fall in love with somebody
To fall out with somebody
To fast
To get on well with
To go on at someone
To have an affair with somebody
To have itching palms
To look forward to
To observe religious duties
To pick up a coin
To predict
To propose a toast to
To protect someone
To put across
To put the evil eye on somebody
To put up with
To remarry
To return home immediately
To see new moon through glass
To set aside
To set aside
To spill salt
To split up
To spoil, success
To take in
To walk under ladder
To wander
To ward off
Tolerant
Traditional songs
Triumph of virtue and religion over smth
Typical activities
Unlucky
Urgent news
Used to believe
Veil
Visitor
Wedding cake
Wedding ceremony
Wedding dress
Wedding march
Wedding party
Wedding proposal
Wedding reception