Языковое путешествие: Изучение английского через культуру Великобритании - страница 6

For sports enthusiasts, a visit to Manchester United’s Old Trafford stadium is a must. The stadium is considered one of the most iconic football venues in the world and has hosted some of the biggest matches in football history. Visitors can take a tour of the stadium and see the dressing rooms, tunnel, and pitch where legends like David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo once played.

Manchester is also a city of culture and hosts a range of events throughout the year. One of the most popular events is the Manchester International Festival, which takes place every two years and showcases music, art, theatre, and dance from around the world. There are also many theaters, galleries, and music venues that host regular performances and exhibitions.

vibrant – жизнерадостный/динамичный

bustling – оживленный

industrial heritage – промышленное наследие

rare books and manuscripts – редкие книги и рукописи

neo-Gothic architecture – неоготическая архитектура

dressing rooms – раздевалки

pitch – футбольное поле

showcase – демонстрировать/показывать

Tasks

1. Match the words with their definitions:

– vibrant

– dressing rooms

– industrial heritage

– rare books and manuscripts

– showcase

a. a place where football players change their clothes before a match

b. a lively and dynamic place

c. objects that are very old or not common

d. the history of a place or industry

e. to display or exhibit something

2. Fill in the blanks with the correct vocabulary words:

a. Manchester is known for its _____________, which dates back to Roman times.

b. The John Rylands Library houses a collection of _________________.

c. Old Trafford stadium has hosted some of the biggest _______________ in football history.

d. The Manchester International Festival ______________ music, art, theatre, and dance from around the world.

3. Write a paragraph about your favourite city. Use at least three of the vocabulary words from the text.

Sample answer:

My favourite city is Moscow. It is a vibrant and bustling city that has a rich cultural heritage. One of the most popular attractions in Moscow is the State Tretyakov Gallery, which houses a collection of rare artworks from famous Russian artists. The city also has a rich industrial heritage that can be seen in its many factories and manufacturing plants. Finally, Moscow hosts many events throughout the year that showcase music, theatre, and dance from around the world.

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Liverpool is a city in North West England, situated on the east side of the Mersey Estuary. It is known as one of Britain’s most iconic and historic cities with a rich cultural heritage that has shaped its identity throughout the centuries.

Liverpool was founded in 1207 by King John, but it wasn’t until the 18th century that the city began to prosper as a major trading port. The River Mersey allowed Liverpool to become an important hub for trade with Europe, America and Africa. During this time, many merchants and entrepreneurs grew wealthy from Liverpool’s booming trade, and the wealth they generated helped to fund many of the city’s famous landmarks, including St George’s Hall, The Royal Liver Building, and the Albert Dock.