English

Download as docx, pdf, or txt
Download as docx, pdf, or txt
You are on page 1of 12

**The Faithful Companion: A Tribute to Dogs**

Dogs, often dubbed man's best friend, hold a unique place in human hearts across the globe. Their
unwavering loyalty, boundless affection, and innate ability to understand and comfort us make them
cherished members of our families.

One of the most remarkable traits of dogs is their loyalty. Regardless of circumstance or condition, a
dog's devotion to its owner remains steadfast. Whether through wagging tails, eager kisses, or vigilant
guardianship, dogs demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to those they love. Their loyalty knows no
bounds, creating an unbreakable bond between human and canine.

Beyond loyalty, dogs possess an extraordinary capacity for love. Their unconditional affection brings joy
and comfort to our lives in countless ways. From snuggling on the couch to playfully bounding through
fields, dogs enrich our days with their infectious enthusiasm and warmth. Their presence alone can uplift
spirits and ease burdens, serving as a constant source of companionship and solace.

Moreover, dogs possess a remarkable intuition that enables them to understand and empathize with
human emotions. They have an uncanny ability to sense when we are happy, sad, or in need of comfort.
Whether offering a sympathetic gaze or a gentle nuzzle, dogs instinctively know how to provide support
in times of joy or sorrow. Their intuitive nature fosters a profound connection that transcends language
and deepens the bond between human and canine.

In addition to their emotional support, dogs serve a multitude of practical roles in society. From guiding
the visually impaired to assisting law enforcement, dogs demonstrate their intelligence, versatility, and
willingness to serve. Their keen senses and unwavering dedication make them invaluable partners in
various fields, enhancing human lives in ways both big and small.

In conclusion, dogs hold a special place in the hearts of millions worldwide. Their loyalty, love, intuition,
and service make them more than just pets; they are cherished companions, confidants, and friends.
Whether bounding joyfully at our feet or standing faithfully by our side, dogs remind us of the profound
bond that exists between humans and animals—a bond built on trust, love, and mutual respect.
10 A

Fiction:

- novel

- comic book

- play

- short story

Non-fiction:

- autobiography

- biography

- cookbook

- dictionary

- encyclopaedia

- grammar

- guidebook

- magazine

- manual

- newspaper

- textbook

- thesaurus

1. autobiography

2. biography

3. encyclopaedia

4. manual

5. dictionary

6. play

7. comic book
8. encyclopaedia

9. magazine

0. novel

1. newspaper

2. guidebook

3. cookbook

4. textbook

5. thesaurus

6. grammar

7. short story

To match the books from exercise 5 with the authors:

1. Jane Austen - "Pride and Prejudice"

2. Arthur Conan Doyle - "Sherlock Holmes"

3. Charles Dickens - "Great Expectations"

4. J.R.R. Tolkien - "The Lord of the Rings"

5. Lewis Carroll - "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland"

Other books by these authors:

- Jane Austen: "Sense and Sensibility," "Emma"

- Arthur Conan Doyle: "The Hound of the Baskervilles," "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes"

- Charles Dickens: "A Tale of Two Cities," "Oliver Twist"

- J.R.R. Tolkien: "The Hobbit," "The Silmarillion"

- Lewis Carroll: "Through the Looking-Glass," "The Hunting of the Snark"

For the sentences:


1. Rachel reads a lot of comics.

2. Matt reads a lot of magazines.

3. Rachel finds films more exciting than books.

4. Matt thinks fame is more important than money.

5. Rachel has written a science-fiction short story.

For the questions:

1. How many books a year do you read?

2. Would you rather read a novel or a collection of short stories?

3. If you were an author, would you prefer to be famous but poor, or unknown but wealthy?

4. Have you ever written a short story for publication?

10 B

1. "More than 32 million books **are kept** in the Library of Congress in Washington, DC." (present
simple passive)

2. "Every book that **is published** in the UK **is sent** to the British Library free of charge." (present
simple passive)

3. "57 books **are bought** every second by shoppers in the USA." (present simple passive)

4. "Before 1450, books **weren't printed** - they **were copied** by hand." (past simple passive)

5. "The first Harry Potter manuscript **was offered** to twelve publishers - and they all **said** no!"
(past simple passive)

6. "The novel Gadsby: Champion of Youth **was written** in 1939 by Ernest Vincent Wright without
using the letter 'e'." (past simple passive)

7. "A copy of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland **was sold** for $1.5 million in New York." (past simple
passive)

So, there are three examples of present simple passive and four examples of past simple passive in the
text.
1. Manuscripts were written by hand or on a typewriter.

2. The finished manuscript was sent to the publisher by post.

3. Pictures were drawn on paper.

4. Metal plates were made by the printers.

5. Books were sold only in bookshops. Today:

1. Manuscripts are typed on a computer.

2. The finished manuscript is emailed to the publisher.

3. Most pictures are created on a computer.

4. Some books are printed directly from a computer.

5. More books are bought online than from bookshops.

a Was the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme started by the Queen's husband?

b Was teenage surfer Bethany Hamilton attacked by a shark?

c Was fox-hunting banned in the UK in 2004?

d Was FarmVille played by 82 million people around the world?

e Was the first Pirates of the Caribbean film made in 2010?

f Is Facebook used by more than 60% of people in the UK?


g Is April Fool's Day celebrated in France?

h Was the Earth hit by an enormous asteroid about 65 million years ago?

i Was England ruled by King John during the fifteenth century?

a: Was the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme started by the Queen's husband?

Answer: Yes, it was.

Lesson: 1C

b: Was teenage surfer Bethany Hamilton attacked by a shark?

Answer: Yes, she was.

Lesson: 2E

c: Was fox-hunting banned in the UK in 2004?

Answer: Yes, it was.

Lesson: 3C

d: Was FarmVille played by 82 million people around the world?

Answer: Yes, it was.

Lesson: 3E

e: Was the first Pirates of the Caribbean film made in 2010?

Answer: No, it wasn't.

Lesson: 4B

f: Is Facebook used by more than 60% of people in the UK?

Answer: Yes, it is.

Lesson: 6C
g: Is April Fool's Day celebrated in France?

Answer: Yes, it is.

Lesson: 7E

h: Was the Earth hit by an enormous asteroid about 65 million years ago?

Answer: Yes, it was.

Lesson: 8E

i: Was England ruled by King John during the fifteenth century?

Answer: No, it wasn't.

Lesson: 90

10 С

1. "Antony and Cleopatra"

2. "Julius Caesar"

3. "Hamlet"

4. "Romeo and Juliet"

5. "King Lear"

I haven't seen any of these plays in person, but I've watched various adaptations on TV and in movies.
They're timeless classics!

The numbers refer to different aspects of Shakespeare's life and work:

1. Eight: Shakespeare was one of eight children.

2. Fifteen: He started working in his father's business at the age of fifteen.

3. Eighteen: He married Anne Hathaway when he was eighteen.

4. Thirty-seven: Shakespeare wrote a total of 37 plays.


5. A hundred and fifty-four: He wrote 154 sonnets.

6. Fifty-two: Shakespeare died at the age of 52.

1. Shakespeare was sixteenth century. in Stratford-upon-Avon in the **playwright**

2. He had brothers and sisters. **siblings**

3. He studied at but not at university. **school**

4. Susanna was Shakespeare's first **child**

5. Hamnet and Judith are the names of Shakespeare's **children**

6. In London, Shakespeare made a lot of **theatre**

7. Shakespeare wrote love poems for a man and woman but their is still a secret. **identity**

8. Shakespeare returned to Stratford five years before he **died**

1. Leon went to see a Shakespeare play with his **a) parents.**

2. Leon thinks Shakespeare's language is **a) amazing.**

3. Maya thinks the stories in Shakespeare's plays are **a) exciting.**

4. Maya thinks the best way to enjoy the plays is to watch them **b) in a theatre.**

5. Riley finds Shakespeare's plays interesting because of the **c) topics and characters.**

1. A playwright writes plays.

2. A novelist writes novels.

3. A poet writes poems.

Some famous writers from my country include Ernest Hemingway, known for "The Old Man and the
Sea," and Toni Morrison, acclaimed for "Beloved."

10 D
Advantages of ebook readers:

- Convenient: Ebook readers are portable and allow users to carry numerous books in one device,
making it convenient for travel or daily commuting.

- Light: Ebook readers are typically lightweight, making them easy to hold for extended periods
compared to heavy printed books.

- Screen: Ebook readers utilize screens that often mimic the appearance of paper, providing a
comfortable reading experience.

- Space: Ebook readers save physical space since they can store thousands of books digitally, reducing
the need for bookshelves.

Disadvantages of ebook readers:

- Lack of tactile experience: Some readers miss the tactile experience of holding and flipping through
physical pages.

- Dependency on technology: Ebook readers require power and are susceptible to malfunctions or
technical issues.

- Limitations on lending/borrowing: Ebook lending and borrowing may be restricted or more


complicated compared to physical books.

- Screen strain: Prolonged exposure to screens may cause eye strain or discomfort for some users.

Passive forms in the text:

2. Present perfect, affirmative: "have been arrested"

3. Will future, affirmative: "will be put"

Completing the table:

| Passive Form | Tense | Example |

|--------------------------|--------------------|--------------------------------------|

| Present perfect, affirmative | Present perfect | He **has been arrested**. |


| Present perfect, negative | Present perfect | They **haven't been informed**. |

| Present perfect, interrogative | Present perfect | Have **they been found**? |

| Will future, affirmative | Future | The suspect **will be put** on trial.|

| Will future, negative | Future | The event **won't be cancelled**. |

| Will future, interrogative | Future | **Will it be broadcasted** live? |

3. Have you ever been bitten by a dog or a cat?

4. Has your house ever been burgled?

5. Has your mobile phone ever been stolen?

6. Has your hair ever been cut by a family member?

Certainly! Here's how the conversation might go:

Person 1: Have you ever been bitten by a dog or a cat?

Person 2: Yes, I have. / No, I haven't.

Person 1: Has your house ever been burgled?

Person 2: No, it hasn't.

Person 1: Has your mobile phone ever been stolen?

Person 2: Yes, unfortunately, it has.

Person 1: Has your hair ever been cut by a family member?

Person 2: No, it hasn't.

In the last five minutes...

- 635 million unwanted emails **have been received** in the USA and Europe.
- Three new books **have been published** in the world.

- Five books **have been sold** in the USA.

- 15,000 text messages **have been sent** in the UK.

- 5,000 pages **have been added** to the Internet.

- 300,000 letters and parcels **have been delivered** by the Royal Mail in the UK.

- 120 hours of video **have been added** to YouTube.

1. Computers **will be sold** for $5.

2. Housework **will be done** by robots.

3. Smells **will be included** in the films and TV shows you watch at home.

4. Cities **will be built** on the moon.

5. Hotels **will be booked** online.

6. All exams **will be taken** online.

7. Cars **will be powered** by solar energy.

8. Chinese **will be spoken** by everybody in the world.

9. Wars **will be fought** to get fresh water.

In discussing the predictions:

1. **Hotels on the moon:** I agree. It seems highly unlikely that hotels will be built on the moon within
the next twenty years due to the immense challenges involved in such a project, including the
technological, logistical, and economic hurdles.

2. **Housework done by robots:** I also agree. With advancements in robotics and AI, it's plausible that
robots will take over many household chores, making housework more automated and efficient.

It's important to consider various perspectives and potential factors that could affect these predictions,
such as technological advancements, societal changes, and practical limitations.
10 E

Based on the information provided:

3. Matching headings with paragraphs:

- A: Paragraph 3 - A 21st-century hit

- B: Paragraph 2 - The first modern vampire books

- C: Paragraph 5 - Addicted to vampire stories

- D: Paragraph 4 - Why films are more popular than novels

- E: Paragraph 1 - The original novel and film

- F: Not needed

4. Vocabulary matching:

- Characters: 1. the people in a novel

- Sequel: 2. another book which continues the same story

- Chapter: 3. a section of the book

- Epilogue: 4. an extra bit of story at the end

- Plot: 5. the events of the story

- Female lead: 6. the main girl or woman in the story

You might also like