Control work
“Natural Disasters” (базовый)
1. Connect the words and their definitions (number – letter). (Соедините слова и их определения (цифра – буква).
1. An earthquake 6. A tsunami
2. A hurricane 7. A wildfire
3. A typhoon 8. An avalanche
4. A tornado 9. A volcanic eruption
5. A drought 10. A flood
a) a storm with a violent wind, in particular a tropical cyclone in the Caribbean
b) a twirling, narrow funnel of wind with speeds of 100 to 300 miles per hour that can damage anything in its path.
c) an uncontrolled fire in the forests
d) a long period when there is little or no rain
e) a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans
f) an overflow of a large amount of water beyond its normal limits
g) a sudden violent shaking of the ground
h) a long, high sea wave caused by an earthquake
i) happen when lava and gas are discharged from a volcanic vent
j) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside
2. Finish the sentences. (Закончите предложения.)
1. Tornadoes consist of
a) large clouds and terrible sounds;
b) very strong winds.
2. Bright flashes of lightning
a) are seen from the distance;
b) blow down everything on their way.
3. Tornadoes are dangerous because
a) they occur in spring;
b) they destroy houses and pick up everything they can.
3. What should we do to stop disaster happening? Solving the puzzles will help you to answer this question. (Что мы должны сделать, чтобы предотвратить катастрофу? Решите головоломку чтобы ответить на этот вопрос.)
1. much, we, should, climates, the, about, know, of, world
2. should, take, we, care, the, about, earth
3. weather, we, know, about, much, should
4. can, scientist, predict, fortunately, natural, most, disasters, nowadays
5. emergency, know, workers, should, how, during, animals, people, disaster, the, to, help, and
6. we, our, learn, should, solar, about, much, system, the universe, and
7. destroy, may, our, we, environment, shouldn't, the climate, because, cause, changing, it
4. Complete the sentences with the correct forms of the words in brackets. (Дополните предложения правильной формой слова из скобок.)
1. After severe drought in Africa, thousands of people were dependent on international charities for___ (survive).
2. Irina decided to make a mounthly ___(contribute) to her charity Friends of the Earth.
3. Nowadays there are many endangered species that are on the brink of ___(extinct).
4. The increase in air ___(pollute) means that global warming will continue to get worse.
5. Some people think it is cruel to keep wild animals in ___(captive).
6. Environmental organisations are setting up programmes of ___(conserve) in an attemp to reduce pollution.
5.Determine to which natural disaster these survival rules apply. (Определите к какой природной катастрофе относятся данные правила выживания. )
SURVIVAL TECHNIQUE
1. Volcanic eruption | a. Stay inside and keep away from all windows, skylights and glass doors. Go to a safe area, such as an interior room, closet or downstairs bathroom. |
2. Hurricane | b. Take care to avoid lava, mudflows, river areas and low-lying regions. |
3. Earthquake and tornado | c. Cover nose and mouth with a damp cloth. Stay close to the ground |
4. Trapped in debris | d. Get rid of heavy clothes. Go to the highest level of the building. Turn off electricity to prevent electrocution. |
5. Fire | e. Try not to move. Use a whistle to signal your position. |
6. Flood | f. Grab onto anything solid (trees, rocks, etc.) to avoid being swept away. Keep your mouth closed and your teeth clenched. |
7. Avalanche | g. Light a fire. Let off flares. Keep warm. Jump up and down to improve your blood circulation. |
8. Lost in snowy mountains | h. Do not panic. Stay in the building. Take shelter under a bed or table. |
Keys (базовый)
1.
1. -g 6. -h
2. -a 7. -c
3. -e 8. -j
4. -b 9. -i
5. -d 10. -f
2.
1. -b
2. -a
3. -b
3.
1. We should know much about climates of the world.
2. We should take care about the Earth.
3. We should know much about the weather.
4. Fortunately scientists can predict most natural disasters.
5. Emergency workers should know how to help people and animals during the disaster.
6. We should learn much about our solar system and the universe.
7.We shouldn't destroy our environment because it may cause the changing of the climate.
4.
1. survival
2. contribution
3. extinction
4. pollution
5.conservation
5.
b
h
a
e
c
d
f
g
Control work
“Natural Disasters” (повышенный)
1. Connect the words and their definitions (number – letter).
1. An earthquake 6. A tsunami
2. A hurricane 7. A wildfire
3. A typhoon 8. An avalanche
4. A tornado 9. A volcanic eruption
5. A drought 10. A flood
a) a storm with a violent wind, in particular a tropical cyclone in the Caribbean
b) a twirling, narrow funnel of wind with speeds of 100 to 300 miles per hour that can damage anything in its path.
c) an uncontrolled fire in the forests
d) a long period when there is little or no rain
e) a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans
f) an overflow of a large amount of water beyond its normal limits
g) a sudden violent shaking of the ground
h) a long, high sea wave caused by an earthquake
i) happen when lava and gas are discharged from a volcanic vent
j) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside
2. What should we do to stop disaster happening? Solving the puzzles will help you to answer this question.
1. much, we, should, climates, the, about, know, of, world
2. should, take, we, care, the, about, earth
3. weather, we, know, about, much, should
4. can, scientist, predict, fortunately, natural, most, disasters, nowadays
5. emergency, know, workers, should, how, during, animals, people, disaster, the, to, help, and
6. we, our, learn, should, solar, about, much, system, the universe, and
7. destroy, may, our, we, environment, shouldn't, the climate, because, cause, changing, it
3. Complete the sentences with the correct forms of the words in brackets.
1. After severe drought in Africa, thousands of people were dependent on international charities for___ (survive).
2. Irina decided to make a mounthly ___(contribute) to her charity Friends of the Earth.
3. Nowadays there are many endangered species that are on the brink of ___(extinct).
4. The increase in air ___(pollute) means that global warming will continue to get worse
5. Some people think it is cruel to keep wild animals in ___(captive).
6. Environmental organisations are setting up programmes of ___(conserve) in an attemp to reduce pollution.
4. For questions 1-12, read the text below and decide which answer best fits each gap.
Mount Fuji.
For the Japanese, Mount Fuji has long been the ultimate (0)…..of beauty. It is incredibly beautiful when seen from any (1) ….., at all times of day and in any season. But the mountain does not only (2) …..a major part in the landscape – it has also inspired poets and artists for centuries, and has come to be (3) …..with Japan itself. From the top, the sides of the mountain (4) …..away, then flatten out before reaching the ground. Here, at ground (5)….., the foot of the mountain (6)…..an almost perfect circle.
To the north of Mount Fuji (7)…..the famous “Five Lakes”.The lakeside area is a sea of colour in spring, when the fruit trees are flowering, and it is also a stunning (8)…..in autumn, when the leaves (9)…..first brilliant red, then many shades of brown. (10)….., many of the best views of Mount Fuji are from these lakes, whose still waters reflect the mountain’s beautifully symmetrical outline like a mirror. Both Mount Fuji and its lakes are volcanic in (11)….., and that is probably why traditional stories say that Mount Fuji appeared overnight; and, for the same reason, it may one day (12)…..just as suddenly!
1. A edge B angle C corner D curve
2. A stay B keep C make D play
3. A identified B named C recognised D considered
4. A lean B give C slope D take
5. A floor B level C height D position
6. A forms B does C shapes D arranges
7. A situate B locate C lie D exist
8. A appearance B impression C look D sight
9. A move B pass C alter D turn
10. A Especially B Given C Indeed D Nevertheless
11. A basis B cause C origin D beginning
12. A fade B vanish C withdraw D cease
5. What natural disaster do these survival rules apply?
SURVIVAL TECHNIQUE
| 1. | a. Stay inside and keep away from all windows, skylights and glass doors. Go to a safe area, such as an interior room, closet or downstairs bathroom. |
| 2. | b. Take care to avoid lava, mudflows, river areas and low-lying regions. |
| 3. | c. Cover nose and mouth with a damp cloth. Stay close to the ground |
| 4. | d. Get rid of heavy clothes. Go to the highest level of the building. Turn off electricity to prevent electrocution. |
| 5. | e. Try not to move. Use a whistle to signal your position. |
| 6. | f. Grab onto anything solid (trees, rocks, etc.) to avoid being swept away. Keep your mouth closed and your teeth clenched. |
| 7. | g. Light a fire. Let off flares. Keep warm. Jump up and down to improve your blood circulation. |
| 8. | h. Do not panic. Stay in the building. Take shelter under a bed or table. |
6. Answer the questions.
1.What can we do as individuals to improve the environment and help victims of natural disasters?
2. What organisations do you know that provide aid after disastersKeys (базовый)
Keys (повышенный)
1.
1. -g 6. -h
2. -a 7. -c
3. -e 8. -j
4. -b 9. -i
5. -d 10. -f
2.
1. We should know much about climates of the world.
2. We should take care about the Earth.
3. We should know much about the weather.
4. Fortunately scientists can predict most natural disasters.
5. Emergency workers should know how to help people and animals during the disaster.
6. We should learn much about our solar system and the universe.
7.We shouldn't destroy our environment because it may cause the changing of the climate.
3.
1. survival
2. contribution
3. extinction
4. pollution
5.conservation
4.
1. B 4. C 7. C 10. C
2. D 5. B 8. D 11. C
3. A 6. A 9. D 12. B
5.
1. Earthquake and tornado
2.Volcanic eruption
3.Fire
4.Flood
5.Trapped in debris
6.Avalanche
7.Lost in snowy mountains
8.Hurricane
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