Мини-тексты для группового проекта "English-speaking countries"

Australia

Australia is the biggest island in the world and the smallest continent. It is situated in Oceania. It has tropical and temperate climate.

The capital city of Australia is Canberra. It is a big and beautiful city. Other big cities are Melbourne, Sydney, Perth.

Kangaroos, koalas live in Australia. They are the symbols of the country.

A famous holyday of the country is Australia Day on January 26^th.

Canada

Canada is a big country in North America. Its climate is mild. There are lakes, rivers, mountains, islands and even a desert.

People speak English and French there.

The capital of Canada is Ottawa. Other main cities are Quebec, Toronto, Montreal. The symbol; of the country is maple leaf (кленовый лист). The colours of the country are red and white.

People in Australia like sport (hockey, basketball, Canadian football).

The United States of America

The USA is a big country is North America. It has continental, tropical and even arctic climate.

The capital of the USA is Washington D.C. There are a lot of museums, galleries, beautiful houses.

The country has 50 states. A state has its tradition.

Big cities of the USA are New-York, Boston, Los Angeles. Main holydays of the USA are Halloween, St. Valentine`s Day, New Year`s Day, Thanksgiving Day.