Аудитивные упражнения как средство развития рецептивных навыков на старшей ступени обучения английскому языку

Great Britain - Великобритания

Europe  -Европа

island  - остров

The Atlantic Ocean  - Атлантический океан

The North Sea - Северное море

The English Channel - Ла-Манш

continent - континент

Scotland - Шотландия

England - Англия

Wales - Уэльс

Northern Ireland - Северная Ирландия

Belgium - Бельгия

Belfast - Белфаст

Cardiff - Кардиф

constitute - составлять

Edinburgh - Эдинбург

get to know - узнавать, познавать

however - как бы ни, сколько бы ни

Irish Republic (Eire) - Ирландская республика (Эйре)

lie off - находиться на некотором расстоянии

main - главный, основной, важнейший

neighbor - сосед

separate- отделять

several - несколько

tunnel – туннель 

“Answering questions”

Task: Answer the questions.

1. What is this text about?

2. Remember your geographical lessons and try to tell me where the UК is situated.

3. Which of the countries do you see on the map?

4. Which of the countries would you like to visit and why?

5. What ocean is North of Great Britain?

6. What sea is there on the east?

7. What channel separates the UК from the European continent?

8. Do you know the capitals of Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland?

9. What neighbours of Great Britain do you know? (Belgium, France)

Task: Listen to the text and put words in right order:

Belgium

The United Kingdom of Great Britain

The Atlantic Ocean

The English Channel

Europe 

“Crossing out”

Task: Listen to the text and cross out the words which you didn’t find in the text:

Ireland

Island

Capital

France

Great Britain

Belgium

Belfast

neighbours

separate

several

Cardiff

West

Recently 

“Completing”

Task: Listen to the text and complete these sentences:

Northern Ireland and the Irish Republic…

Recently the Channel Tunnel, which links…

Belfast is the largest city in…

England, Scotland, Wales are…

London is more than… 

TEXT:

The official name for the country whose language we study is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. In everyday use, however, the word “Britain” is quite possible.

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland has several different names.

Some people say “Great Britain”, or “Britain”, or “the United Kingdom”, or just “the U.K.” and “G.B.”

Great Britain is an island that lies off the north west coast of Europe. It is the largest island in Europe. It is 500 km wide and nearly 1,000 km long.

The Atlantic Ocean is on the north of it and the North Sea on the east. The English Channel, which is about 21 miles, separates the U.K. from the continent. Its closest continental neighbours are France and Belgium. Recently the Channel Tunnel, which links France and England, has been built.

There are four countries in the United Kingdom: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

England, Scotland and Wales are three main parts of Great Britain. Scotland is in the north. Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital. It is one of the most beautiful cities in Britain. Wales is in the west. The capital city of Wales is Cardiff.

Ireland, which is also an island, lies off the west coast of Great Britain. Northern Ireland and the Irish Republic (Eire) are on this island. Belfast is the largest city in Northern Ireland and its capital.

Great Britain, together with Northern Ireland, constitutes the United Kingdom (U.K.).

The capital city of Great Britain is London which is situated in the southeast of England. London is more than a thousand years old.

Task: Repeat after me the new words, which will help you to understand the text properly.

Patron saint – святой покровитель

Thistle- чертополох

Nobleman - дворянин

Shamrock – трилистник

Monk- монах

Bishop – епископ

Daffodil – нарцисс

Coats of arms – герб

Task: Answer the questions.

1. What is the flag of the UK made up of?
2. How is the Welsh flag called?
3. What do three lions in the Royal Arms symbolize?

“Multiply choice” 

Task:  Look at the statements or questions and choose the correct answer according to the text. 

1. The red diagonal cross on a white background is the cross of….?

a) St. Patrick

b) St. David

2. A red rose is the national emblem of …

a) England

b) Scotland

c) Wales

3. St. Andrew’s Day (the 30th of November) is regarded as … national day?

a) Scotland’s

b) England’s

c) Ireland’s

4. The national emblem of Ireland is …

a) shamrock

b) red rose

c) dragon

5. In the Royal Arms three lions symbolize …

a) England

b) Scotland

c) Wales

6. The flag of the UK, known as the Union Jack, is made up of … crosses

a) 3

b) 2 

TEXT:

National Emblems of the United Kingdom.

The flag of the UK, known as the Union Jack, is made up of 3 crosses. The upright Red Cross on a white background is the cross of the 1st George, the patron saint of England. The white diagonal cross on a blue background is the cross of St. Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland. The red diagonal cross on a white background is the cross of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.

The Welsh flag, called the Welsh dragon, represents a red dragon on a white and green background.

St. George’s Day falls on 23 April and is regarded as England’s national day. On this day some patriotic Englishmen wear a rose pinned to their jackets. A red rose is the national emblem of England from the time of the Wars of the Roses (15th century).

St. Andrew’s Day (the 30th of November) is regarded as Scotland’s national day. On this day some Scotsmen wear a thistle in their buttonhole. As a national emblem of Scotland, thistle apparently first used in the 15th century as a symbol of defence. The Order of the Thistle is one of the highest orders of knighthood. It was founded in 1687, and is mainly given to Scottish nobleman.

St. Patrick’s D (the 17th of March) is considered as a national day in Northern Ireland and an official bank holiday there. The national emblem of Ireland is shamrock. According to legend, it was the plant chosen by St. Patrick to illustrate the Christian doctrine of the Trinity to the Irish.

St. David’s Day (the 1st of March) is the church festival of St. David, a 6th – century monk and bishop, the patron saint of Wales. The day is regarded as the national holiday of Wales, although it is not an official bank holiday.

In the Royal Arms three lions symbolize England, a lion rampant – Scotland, and a harp – Ireland. The whole is encircled and is supported by a lion and a unicorn. The lion has been used as a symbol of national strength and of the British monarchy for many centuries. The unicorn, a mythical animal that look like a horse with a long straight horn, has appeared on the Scottish and British royal coats of arms for many centuries, and is a symbol of purity.

Task: Correct the sentences whether they are false.

1. The Welsh flag, called the Welsh dragon, represents a red dragon on a white and green background.

2. St. George’s Day falls on 20 April and is regarded as England’s national day.

3. A red rose is the national emblem of England from the time of the Wars of the Roses (15th century).

4. St. David’s Day (the 1st of March) is the church festival of St. David.

5. In the Royal Arms three lions symbolize Scotland, a lion rampant – England, and a harp – Ireland.

6. The unicorn is a symbol of purity.

Have you ever heard about arranged marriages? Do you know people, whose marriage was arranged? Are they happy? Do you want your marriage to be arranged? Why? 

“New Words”

Task: Read some sentences and try to define the meaning of the unknown words.

1. I was having private tuition at home to prepare me for my exams.
2. The family’s background is very important.
3. When I went to see his family and he came to see my family. It was a sort of engagement party.
4. We never see each other without a chaperon.
5. There are many more divorces between couples, who were marring for love.

Task: Listen to the tape and answer the questions:

1. How did Raj’s father find the two men?
2. Was it difficult to find a husband for Raj?
3. Describe the day that Raj met the two men.
4. Why did her father choose Shyam?
5. What happened between that day and their marriage?

Task: Listen to the tape again, look through these sentences and arrange the order their English equivalents appear in the text.

“Mistakes’ correction”

Task: In the following summary there are some factual mistakes and some gaps. Correct the mistakes and complete the gaps. 

Raj’s father arranged her marriage when she was still at school. He chose her husband by    . In Raj’s case, this didn’t take long, but sometimes   . Two men were introduced to Raj and her family, and together they decided    . The men were of similar background, but one of them    ,  and this was the one    . Raj didn’t agree with her father, but she had no choice. She has now been married for twenty-two years, and in fact    . Most marriages in India are still    and the usual age    .  

“Answering the questions”

Task: Answer the questions

1. What was Raj’s attitude to her arranged marriage? Did she accept it or resent it?
2. What do you think she felt on the day she met the two men?
3. Raj says that her husband’s family wasn’t wealthy, but they owned a village and were like princes. What does it tell us about Raj?
4. What else would you like to know, either about Raj’s marriage, or about arranged marriages?
5. What advantages does she see to arranged marriages?

You are the participants of the talk-show, which is dedicated to arranged marriages and is called “An arranged marriage: for and against”. 

Student A is a presenter.

Student B is Rajkumari Kejriwal, an Indian woman, whose marriage was arranged by her father twenty-two years ago. Her task is to tell about her life and her attitude to arranged marriages.

Student C is Helen, a young girl of sixteen. Her father is looking for a husband for her.  She is against and wants to be married for love. The girl decided to leave home.  Helen is in desperation and asks for advice. 

Student D is Maria, a woman, who was married for love, but now she is in divorce.  She is against any marriages. Maria thinks that it is better to be single.

The rest of the class is an audience. Your task is to ask the questions to the participants, to give any advice and to express your own opinion.

Task: Listen to the phone and answer the questions.

1. What will take place at Bill's house tomorrow?

A. a party B. a game C. a dance

2. Why does Hank have to work late? 
A. He has to attend a meeting B. He has to write a report C. He has to close the office.

3. Why is Hank going to visit Lisa after work?

A. because she is sick in bed B. because he has to return something C. because he is going to take her to Bill's house

4. Where is Hank going to get the snacks to take to Bill's house? 
A. from his house B. from the store C. from his work

5. What time will Hank most likely arrive at Bill's house? 
A. 7:00 PM B. 8:00 PM C. 9:00 PM 

“Completing” 

Task: Listen again and complete the text

Bill: Hey, this is Bill. I'm sorry I'm not in. Just leave a message.

[Beep]

Hey Bill. This is Hank. I'm just (1) _______ to let you know that I'll be a little late to the (2) _______ tomorrow night. I have to work a few extra hours to (3) ________ a report. I should wrap things up sometime between seven and eight. Oh, and then I'm planning on dropping by Lisa's (4) ________ for about an hour since she's been sick recently. Oh one more thing. I'll swing by my house to pick up some (5) ________for the game See you then.

Pretend you are Lisa or Bill. Call Hank and leave a message on his answering machine. Use your own ideas to create the message. What other voice mail and answering machines services could you use to communicate with others and practice your phone skills? Describe it features and any advantages and disadvantages of practicing English only verses talking in person.

Task: Answer the question.

1. What is this text about (take a look at the title)?

2. Who do you like to be in the future?

3. Which professions do you respect most of all? Why? 

“New Words”

Task: If these words are difficult for you read them before listening the text.

Rolls Royce-a car model

To be broke-to be out of money

Proper names: Gloria Gastow, Hollywood, Rolls Royce, Tom Atkins, Terry Archer, London, Oxford.

TEXT:

Life is bad and life is good.

Hi, there! My name is Gloria Gastow. I am an actress. I’m from London. I’ve got a flat in London and a house in Hollywood with the swimming pool. I’ve got a new Rolls Royce and a lot of money in the bank. I’ve got a husband and three wonderful children in Hollywood. Life’s great! I’ve got everything!

Hallo! My name is Tom Atkins. I’m from London too. I’m broke. I haven’t got a job or a house or a car. I haven’t got anything.

Look at this man, his name is Terry Archer. He isn’t from London. He is from Oxford. He is a factory worker. He’s got a good job. He’s got a car. He hasn’t got a big house. He’s got a flat. He’s got a wife but he hasn’t got any children. Life’s alright!  

“Multiple choice”

Task: Choose the best answer for each question.

1 Gloria Gastow is a(an)…

a-worker

b-teacher

c-actress

d-singer

2 She has got … children.

a-one

b-three

c-none

d- two

3 Tom Atkins is from …

a-Glasgow

b-Manchester

c-London

d-Newcastle

4 He thinks that life is…

a-good

b-bad

c-terrible

d-nice

5 Terry Archer is from…

a-London

b-Oxford

c-Hollywood

d-Miami

6 He has got a…

a-flat

b-house

c-swimming pool

d-Rolls Royce

Complete the gaps in the text.

Hi, there! My name is … (1) Gastow. I am an actress. I’m … (2) London. I’ve got a flat … (3) London and a house in Hollywood … (4) the swimming pool. I’ve got a … (5) Rolls Royce and a lot of … (6) in the bank. I’ve got a … (7) and three wonderful children in Hollywood. …(8) ’s great! I’ve got everything!

Hallo! …(9) name is Tom Atkins. I’m … (10) London too. I’m broke. I haven’t … (11) a job or a house or a … (12). I haven’t got anything.

Look … (13) this man, his name is Terry … (14). He isn’t from London. He … (15) from Oxford. He is a factory … (16). He’s got a good job. He’s … (17) a car. He hasn’t got a … (18) house. He’s got a flat. He’s got a … (19) but he hasn’t got any children. Life’s … (20)!

Task: Now all of you will comment on the following.

How do you think which fact is our success in life mostly depend on?