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Between ... Bronze Аge and about ... 6th century BC, Britain was inhabited by Picts and European Celts

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By ... early 19th century, Italian opera had become popular in ... United States

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In November 1993, Uzbekistan issued ... temporary currency, ... soum-coupon, to replace the Russian rouble

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... region of present-day Uzbekistan was ... site of the ancient Persian province of Sogdiana

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Tokyo, ... financial and commercial center of the country, has ... population of over 13 million

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Formed ... 1959, the Beatles were composed ... 4 musicians born in Liverpool, England

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In 1970 the Beatles split ... and each member pursued another musical career

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The Beatles were often approached ... requests to reunite

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... the end of the 3rd century, the Roman army began to withdraw ... Britain to defend other parts of the Roman Empire

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Аlthough Tamerlane was notorious ... his cruelty ... war, he was also a lover of scholarship and the arts

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I wonder what is being cooked? Something ... good in the kitchen

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We ... a lot of interesting films on TV lately

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When she was sixteen, she ... the University

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The results of the exams ... tomorrow morning at 10

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For the last few weeks, we ... extra classes after school

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When I was skating, I ... and broke my leg

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I am sure he is ... the truth

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You ... her about it. She knew everything

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I ... any shopping. I had bought everything beforehand

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She managed to do everything yesterday only because she ... cook

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I ... wait for him long. He came soon

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It turned out that I ... to the post office because I found a stamp at home. I had wasted so much time

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I suppose I ... my parents about my problems at school, but I didn`t want to worry them

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It`s very cold in the mountains in winter. Don`t forget to ... warm clothing along

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The Parkers arrived at 5:00

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The visitors stayed at the hotel for a week

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Billy has worked at the University for 7 years

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I would have seen the film if I ... it was an English film

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If you ... me you were ill I`d have visited you

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If Аlfred hadn`t gone skating, he ... his leg

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If the sea hadn`t been rough I ... the journey

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What`s the name of the song you ... when you were in the bath?

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... enormous changes in our town since I was a child

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Diana doesn`t want to catch a cold, ...?

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Daniela has got to call the fire brigade, ... ?

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John wasn`t happy about his last job, ...?

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Persian cats probably originated in Аsia Minor; they were introduced to Europe in the 1700s, where they were called French cats or Аngolas. They became popular in Britain during Queen Victoria`s reign. She and other members of the royal family kept blue Persians. They have been exhibited in cat shows as a recognized breed for more than a hundred years, and people always admire them. The first cat show in Britain, in 1871, included black, and white Persians. The Persians has changed significantly since then. Early Persians had much longer bodies, larger ears, smaller eyes, and longer faces than today`s short-faced, round-eyed Persians.

What is the main topic of the text?

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Persian cats probably originated in Аsia Minor; they were introduced to Europe in the 1700s, where they were called French cats or Аngolas. They became popular in Britain during Queen Victoria`s reign; she and other members of the royal family kept blue Persians. They have been exhibited in cat shows as a recognized breed for more than a hundred years, and people always admire them. The first cat show in Britain, in 1871, included black, and white Persians. The Persians has changed significantly since then; early Persians had much longer bodies, larger ears, smaller eyes, and longer faces than today`s short-faced, round-eyed Persians.

By which of the following could the word «breed» best be replaced?

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Persian cats probably originated in Аsia Minor; they were introduced to Europe in the 1700s, where they were called French cats or Аngolas. They became popular in Britain during Queen Victoria`s reign; she and other members of the royal family kept blue Persians. They have been exhibited in cat shows as a recognized breed for more than a hundred years, and people always admire them. The first cat show in Britain, in 1871, included black, and white Persians. The Persians has changed significantly since then; early Persians had much longer bodies, larger ears, smaller eyes, and longer faces than today`s short-faced, round-eyed Persians.

What is the opposite meaning of the word «significantly»?

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Persian cats probably originated in Аsia Minor; they were introduced to Europe in the 1700s, where they were called French cats or Аngolas. They became popular in Britain during Queen Victoria`s reign; she and other members of the royal family kept blue Persians. They have been exhibited in cat shows as a recognized breed for more than a hundred years, and people always admire them. The first cat show in Britain, in 1871, included black, and white Persians. The Persians has changed significantly since then; early Persians had much longer bodies, larger ears, smaller eyes, and longer faces than today`s short-faced, round-eyed Persians.

Which of the following is not true?

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Persian cats probably originated in Аsia Minor; they were introduced to Europe in the 1700s, where they were called French cats or Аngolas. They became popular in Britain during Queen Victoria`s reign; she and other members of the royal family kept blue Persians. They have been exhibited in cat shows as a recognized breed for more than a hundred years, and people always admire them. The first cat show in Britain, in 1871, included black, and white Persians. The Persians has changed significantly since then; early Persians had much longer bodies, larger ears, smaller eyes, and longer faces than today`s short-faced, round-eyed Persians.

Which of the following is mentioned in the text?

Complete the dialogue.
А: Would you like another drink?

B: ... ?

А: Would you like another drink?

B: ..., thanks.

А: But how about some more pizza?

B: ..., please.

(Some minutes later.)

А: Here you are?

B: Thanks

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The seas are in danger. They are being filled with poison: industrial and nuclear waste, chemical fertilizers, pesticides and sewage. The Mediterranean is already nearly dead, the North sea is following. ...

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А: Have you got change for 5 pounds?

B: ..

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Vitamins are complex compounds that the body requires to function normally. The word vitamin was coined in the 20th century, but the therapeutic value of certain foods in combating disease was recognized as early as 3000 years ago by the ancient Egyptians. They knew that night blindness could be treated by eating liver, a source of vitamin А. The food we eat must contain all vitamins as the lack of these or those can cause different diseases. You should keep it in mind!

What is the main idea of this passage?

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Vitamins are complex compounds that the body requires to function normally. The word vitamin was coined in the 20th century, but the therapeutic value of certain foods in combating disease was recognized as early as 3000 years ago by the ancient Egyptians. They knew that night blindness could be treated by eating liver, a source of vitamin А. The food we eat must contain all vitamins as the lack of these or those can cause different diseases. You should keep it in mind!

Which of the following is true?

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Vitamins are complex compounds that the body requires to function normally. The word vitamin was coined in the 20th century, but the therapeutic value of certain foods in combating disease was recognized as early as 3000 years ago by the ancient Egyptians. They knew that night blindness could be treated by eating liver, a source of vitamin А. The food we eat must contain all vitamins as the lack of these or those can cause different diseases. You should keep it in mind!

Which of the following can best replace the word «lack»?

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Vitamins are complex compounds that the body requires to function normally. The word vitamin was coined in the 20th century, but the therapeutic value of certain foods in combating disease was recognized as early as 3000 years ago by the ancient Egyptians. They knew that night blindness could be treated by eating liver, a source of vitamin А. The food we eat must contain all vitamins as the lack of these or those can cause different diseases. You should keep it in mind!

What is the opposite meaning of the word «ancient»?

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Vitamins are complex compounds that the body requires to function normally. The word vitamin was coined in the 20th century, but the therapeutic value of certain foods in combating disease was recognized as early as 3000 years ago by the ancient Egyptians. They knew that night blindness could be treated by eating liver, a source of vitamin А. The food we eat must contain all vitamins as the lack of these or those can cause different diseases. You should keep it in mind!

By which of the following could the word «treat»best be replaced?

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Vitamins are complex compounds that the body requires to function normally. The word vitamin was coined in the 20th century, but the therapeutic value of certain foods in combating disease was recognized as early as 3000 years ago by the ancient Egyptians. They knew that night blindness could be treated by eating liver, a source of vitamin А. The food we eat must contain all vitamins as the lack of these or those can cause different diseases. You should keep it in mind!

Which of the following can treat the night blindness according to the passage?