LESSON 15

WEATHER FORECAST

February, 30

The weather in Zetland leaves much to be desired. Heavy rain (__________________________

_______________) continues, it will pour (__________________________________________) for at

least 3 hours. Strong wind will blow __________________________________________) and
humidity (__________________________) will lead to thick fog (_____________________________

_________________________). However, it will brighten up (__________________________) the

next day and will finally warm up (__________________________) meaning the spring has
arrived.

July, 31

The weather in Zetland is quite unpredictable (_________________________). It is scorching

(_____________________________), but the sky is clear (_____________________________).
However, soon it will cloud over (__________________________________________________). A
light shower (__________________________________________________) is expected, so it will
cool down (_________________________) pretty quickly.

PERFECT WEATHER FOR..

Taking a stroll with your friends Staying home, reading and drinking tea

TIME COLLOCATIONS

to waste time –
to have time to do sth –

to kill time –

to have time for smn –

to save time –

to take your time – to make time for sth –

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what the future holds – to take ages –

right on time –
time passes –
right in time –

from dawn till dusk –

DRILL
Why is it so hard for you to __________________ time __________ our relationship?
I like to read and draw in my __________________ time.
It was so nice to look at you at the party. You were having a time ____________________________!
You don’t have to answer now. ______________________ time.
It __________________ me __________________ to do my homework. I’m wasting my life on it..
Finally I have time _____________ myself. I have time _____________ do all the things I like. Isn’t it
wonderful?

7. When my significant other was in a tough situation, I stayed with him from __________________
till __________________.

8. It’s very hard to predict the situation. We can’t know what the future __________________.

9. Everything will improve as time __________________.

ЗАДАНИЕ 25-29
That's the only reason I’m ______________________________ walking in this pouring rain (ACTUAL)
We experienced an ______________________________________ day at the seaside. (FORGET
__________________________________, you don’t have to believe in everything that weather forecasts
say (NATURE
The weather is very _____________________________ in these parts of the country. (CHANGE
You will ________________________________ need warm clothes in such strong wind. (DEFINITE
There is some ___________________________________ between his inability to make time for the
relationship and our breakup. (CONNECT)
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7. Does anyone have any how to kill time? (SUGGEST)

8. Many people think that 13 is an number. (LUCK)

9. I want to hear your about why it takes you ages to do

your homework (EXPLAIN)

10. The Russian oligarch is the of the stadium, so it was built right on time. (OWN)
ЗАДАНИЕ 30-36*
Can you hear the lights?

If you've ever (1)_______ the Northern Lights dancing in the night sky, you'll no doubt
have been amazed by their beauty. These strange natural light displays are (2)_______
by atmospheric energy, and a recent study has indicated that not only are they pretty
to look at, but they may also produce certain distinct sounds. Researchers studying the
phenomenon believe they have managed to (3)_______ the sounds.

The Northern Lights appear most powerfully in Arctic (4)_______ , where there have
been tales told about the noises which (5)_______ them for many years. People describe
hearing hissing and crackling sounds, like the noises you hear when your radio is
(6)_______ for a signal.

The researchers recorded (7)_______ but definite sounds during periods of intense
atmospheric activity. They think that what might be creating the sounds are
geomagnetic storms, which (8)_______ large changes in the atmosphere. On the
(9)_______ , however, the scientific community remains puzzled.
1. A witnessed B participated C appeared D gazed

_______________________________________________________________________________________

2. A started B resulted C sourced D caused

_______________________________________________________________________________________

3. A capture B obtain C bring D achieve

_______________________________________________________________________________________

4. A neighbourhoods B grounds C regions D districts

5. A approach B accompany C attend D associate

6. A finding B seeking C trying D searching

_______________________________________________________________________________________

7. A clear B faded C faint D remote

_______________________________________________________________________________________

8. A generate B get C establish D lead

9. A all B whole C majority D principal

_______________________________________________________________________________________
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TO
In 2015 I used to go to school. In 2024 I am used to working every day.

I got used to being an adult. 

USED TO + V1
TO BE USED TO + Ving
TO GET USED TO + Ving

We used to go hiking every I am used to doing my You need to get used to

day. Now we don’t do it. homework.
doing sports.

He was used to doing the They got used to the lack of

washing-up. sleep.

DRILL
When my friends and I were younger, we rafting every summer. (go
I have three lectures per day. I so much so I don’t even
have a sore throat. (speak
I sweets but now I can eat tons of them. (dislike
We will never these traditions so people in this place
will never become our good friends. (follow
Monique has never worn high heels but now she started working as a model so she needs
to them. (wear)

ЗАДАНИЕ 1
1. The weather changes according to some objective phenomena.

2. The stock market depends on weather conditions.

3. Bad weather can be the result of human behavior.

4. Climate can influence national character.

5. The weather can affect people’s health and emotions.

6. Wet weather can be good in any season.

7. Some people have a gift for predicting things.

Говорящий A B C D E F

Утверждение

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For adventurous skiers Like an island in heaven
Especially good in autumn Film-makers like it
For the rich and lazy Looking down from up there
Not just for gamblers Probably the best one of five
A. If you go to the Insular Mountain Range of Vancouver Island and face the open Pacific
Ocean, be ready to experience the magnificent natural and cultural heritage of Canada's
west coast. If you decide to go deeper into the island, you will find a lush coastal rain
forest that gives way to bountiful and diverse intertidal and subtidal areas. And to top it all
off, there are breathtaking beaches that make this an island paradise. 

B. The resort town of Whistler is about a two-hour drive from Vancouver. Whistler offers
visitors fine food and spas, but mostly it is popular among tourists for the opportunities it
offers for adventure. Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains make Whistler one of the best
destinations in the world for first-class skiing. The passage between the two mountains
creates a unique terrain one mile above the village, providing a year-round skiable
territory. 

C. A prized national treasure, Banff National Park is one of five national parks in the
Canadian Rocky Mountains. It attracts millions of visitors each year for camping, hiking,
biking, skiing, fishing or just relaxing. A full range of accommodation, restaurants and
shops can be found in the resort. Two of the most famous and historic Canadian hotels,
the Fairmont Banff Springs and the Chateau Lake Louise, are located in these towns as
well. 

D. Niagara Falls is maybe the most famous in the world, attracting millions of tourists
each year. However, it has a certain reputation for being partly a small-scale Las Vegas
and a theme park, because in addition to Niagara Falls the tourists can visit a casino
resort with fine hotels and restaurants. Although this area is improving very quickly and
everyone can easily find what they like, the Niagara region as a whole is worth deeper
exploration. 

E. Tourists are naturally drawn to tall buildings where they can get a bird’s eye view of a
city. The CN tower, located in downtown Toronto, is the tallest freestanding structure in
the world. Unfortunately, elevated observation usually comes at an equally elevated price,
and the CN Tower is no different. However, tourists love it and the glass elevator takes
them to the glass-floored outdoor observation deck which is a real thrill for both kids and
grownups. 

F. The 300 km long Cabot Trail is famous for its panorama views of the Atlantic Ocean.
The trail is especially popular in the fall when the views are the most spectacular. Even
though the drive into this area usually takes a few hours, once there, tourists can spend a
day or two stopping in at one or two of the towns along the trail, relaxing and enjoying
the magnificent nature all around. 

G. By. North American standards, Vancouver is a young city. But- what it lacks in history it
compensates for with its unique blend of urban and natural features. Thanks to its high-
fashion boutiques, it has earned the nickname “North Hollywood.” Vancouver’s breath
taking views are often chosen as the setting for popular television show sand major
motion pictures. Often tourists are surprised to recognise landmarks from their favourite
films and shows.
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