Chinese opera_Starlight 7

Reading.

1 Do ex.2. p. 33 Complete the table with your answers:

2 Do ex.3p.33

1_________________________________________2____________________________________3_________________________________________4____________________________________5_________________________________________6____________________________________7________________________________________

3 Find synonyms to words from the list below. Complete the table.

1 grand 2 striking 3 lantern 4 ancient 5 act out 6 reveal 7 scenery 8 start out 9 emotion 10 fiery 11 warrior

a)begin b)bright c)play d)decorations e)lamp f)impressive g)show h)a skilled fighter i)very old j)a strong feeling k) amazing

4 Mark sentences T(true) F(false) NS(not stated):

1. Chinese opera includes songs, dances and impressive design.________________

2. Opera has been always performed on the stage.__________________

3. Opera is played in a special place in China._____________________

4. The costumes are in bright colours to draw attention.______________

5. Men are main actors in opera performances.________________

6. Chinese opera performers pay attention to scenery and props.______________

Reading.

1 Do ex.2. p. 33 Complete the table with your answers:

2 Do ex.3 p.33

1_________________________________________2____________________________________3_________________________________________4____________________________________5_________________________________________6____________________________________7________________________________________

3 Find synonyms to words from the list below. Complete the table.

1 grand 2 striking 3 lantern 4 ancient 5 act out 6 reveal 7 scenery 8 start out 9 emotion 10 fiery 11 warrior

a)begin b)bright c)play d)decorations e)lamp f)impressive g)show h)a skilled fighter i)very old j)a strong feeling k) amazing

4 Mark sentences T(true)/F(false) NS(not stated):

1. Chinese opera includes songs, dances and impressive design.________________

2. Opera has been always performed on the stage.__________________

3. Opera is played in a special place in China._____________________

4. The costumes are in bright colours to draw attention.______________

5. Men are main actors in opera performances.________________

6. Chinese opera performers pay attention to scenery and props.______________