Итоговая контрольная работа по английскому языку за 1-триместр.Класс: 8. Task 1: Redo the sentences using the construction“subject+passive verb+ infinitive”. 1-People say that the English don’t spend much money on clothes. 2-People believe that the Scots are a serious people. 3-People know that the Irish girls are very beautiful. 4-People think that the English have a good sense of humour. 5-Some people consider that the British are not sociable people. Task 2.How well do you know about the geographical position of the UK?Choose the right answer and mark on the map. 1-What states are situated in the British Isles?a)The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland b)Wales d)republic of Ireland e)Scotland 2-What countries is the UK made up of?a)England b)Ireland c)Scotland d)Wales e)Northern Ireland 3-Which ocean washes the north and the west of Great Britain?a)The Pacific ocean b)The Atlantic ocean 4-Which sea washes the east of Great Britain?a)the North Sea b)the Irish sea 5-What is the capital of Great Britain?a)Dublin b)Cardiff c)Edinburgh d)London Task 2:Complete the tag questions. 1-Tracey is going to Italy, …? 6-Julia has decided to buy a new house, …? 2-He looks great in his new tuxedo…? 7-They didn’t know that, …? 3-You don’t like cheese, …? 8-Chris can run fast, …? 4-Ted bought a new car, …? 9-My friends enjoy music, …? 5-Let’s go to the cinema, …? 10-Nothing is perfect, …? Task 3. Put in the article “the” where it is necessary. 1. Los Angeles is in ………USA. 2. I often dream of fishing in the rivers of …….. Russian Federation. 3. ……India will always be the best place in the world. 4. ……Australia is famous for kangaroos. 5. Who had not heard of …… capital of ……….. Japan? Task 4.Reading.Read the text and answer the questions. Travelling People began to travel ages ago. The very first travellers were explorers who went on trips to find wealth, fame or something else. Their journeys were very dangerous-but still people keep on going to the unknown lands. Nowadays it is not as dangerous and much more convenient. Do you want to go somewhere? Hundreds of companies are there to help you. They will take care about your tickets and make all the reservations needed. You don't speak the language of the country you go to? There are interpreters that will help you. With modern services you can go around the world. You can choose the means of transport you like: plane, train, ship, bicycle or you can travel hiking. Tourism became a very profitable business because people are ready to spend their money for the great opportunity to have a great time learning about new countries, going sightseeing, resting and enjoying themselves. Questions: 1. Who were the first travellers? 2. Were their journeys safe? 3. Why did they go on trip? 4 .Is it more convenient to travel now? 5. What kinds of transport can you choose from? 6. Is tourism a profitable business? Why?