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Задание 1. Вы услышите 6 высказываний. Установите соответствие между высказываниями каждого говорящего A-F и утверждениями, данными в списке 1-7. Используйте каждое утверждение, обозначенное соответствующей цифрой, только один раз. В задании есть одно лишнее утверждение. Вы услышите запись дважды. Занесите свои ответы в таблицу.
I may change my lifestyle in the future.
It may seem a small achievement, but a lot went into it.
Don’t burn your house to get rid of the mice!
I think I’ve made a wise financial decision.
A house with a history can be like a person.
Old age can be exciting!
Life is much harder for us than it was for them.
Ответ: 471653
Задание 2. Вы услышите диалог. Определите, какие из приведённых утверждений A-G соответствуют содержанию текста (1 – True), какие не соответствуют (2 – False) и о чём в тексте не сказано, то есть на основании текста нельзя дать ни положительного, ни отрицательного ответа (3 – Not stated). Занесите номер выбранного Вами варианта ответа в таблицу. Вы услышите запись дважды.
Josh and Peggy have just had their spring break.
Josh thinks that the weather last November was better than during the spring break.
Peggy visited the library during the spring break.
Josh likes dressing up in a costume on Halloween.
Peggy bought some books at the Comic Con.
Peggy liked the Comic Con because there were so many teenagers there.
It is possible that Josh will go to a Comic Con in a year.
Ответ: 1123321
Задание 3. What do we learn about Laura at the beginning of the interview?
1) She studies how Al affects environment.
2) She develops artificial intelligence systems.
3) She is a student at a university in Canada.
Ответ: 2
Задание 4. Laura believes that using Al …
1) as a friend can reduce the feeling of loneliness.
2) can improve your memory and concentration.
3) can make you less confident in making decisions.
Ответ: 3
Задание 5. According to Laura, the way Al affects our planet…
1) is not something people often think about.
2) needs to be the topic of scientific discussions.
3) can help save enormous amounts of energy.
Ответ: 1
Задание 6. Laura uses examples with a kettle, refrigerator and cars to show …
1) that Al is as important as any modern industry.
2) the amount of water and electricity Al requires.
3) that Al has become part of our everyday life.
Ответ: 2
Задание 7. When the presenter says “That’s insane!”, he means …
1) that people developing Al are crazy.
2) to show his shock and concern.
3) that he is positively impressed.
Ответ: 2
Задание 8. The presenter mentions big computers in his childhood to say that…
1) Al data centers are not nearly as big as computers in his childhood were.
2) he still remembers the beginning of information technologies development.
3) sooner or later, Al will become more efficient and use less energy and water.
Ответ: 3
Задание 9. Laura’s attitude towards people using Al is …
1) we should only use it for important things.
2) Al should be quickly made more efficient.
3) Al needs to be used to stop climate change.
Ответ: 1
Задание 10. Установите соответствие между текстами А-G и заголовками 1-8. Занесите свои ответы в таблицу. Используйте каждую цифру только один раз. В задании один заголовок лишний.
1. A recreated literary symbol
2. The future of exhibitions
3. From Paris to Moscow
4. Giving ideas for future buildings
5. Old efforts still bring good results
6. Well-kept and further developed
7. Events that bring people together
8. Wonders of Industrial Revolution
A. World exhibitions, also called world’s fairs, are large international events showcasing human achievements. The first official one, the Great Exhibition, was held in London in 1851, featuring inventions and cultural displays. Later fairs introduced iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower (Paris, France, 1889) and the Space Needle (Seattle, USA, 1962). These exhibitions continue today, promoting innovation, culture, and global cooperation.
B. The Great Exhibition of 1851 in London was organized by Queen Victoria’s husband, Prince Albert, to showcase industry and culture. It was held in the Crystal Palace, a stunning glass-and-iron structure built in Hyde Park. The event attracted millions of visitors and generated significant profit. Part of this money was used to support scientific and educational projects, while the rest was invested. The returns from these investments continue to fund scientific research and innovation in the UK through grants today.
C. The World’s Columbian Exposition was held in Chicago in 1893 to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Columbus’s voyage. It featured grand neoclassical buildings, the first Ferris wheel, and dazzling electric lights, symbolizing progress and innovation.
Seven years later, the 1900 Exposition Universelle in Paris highlighted France’s cultural and technological achievements. The event introduced escalators, talking films, and Art Nouveau architecture. Both exhibitions attracted millions and left lasting marks on their cities.
D. The 1896 АН-Russia Industrial and Art Exhibition in Nizhny Novgorod was a major showcase of Russian industry, technology, and culture. It featured over 70 pavilions, displaying innovations in engineering, manufacturing, and the arts. One of the highlights was Shukhov’s hyperboloid rotonda, an early example of modern lightweight structures. More than a century later, the principle of Shukhov’s design inspired the construction of The Gherkin – a famous skyscraper in London.
E. VDNH is an iconic exhibition centre in Moscow, opened in 1939. It was designed to showcase the achievements of the Soviet Union in various industries, including agriculture, science, and technology. In recent years, the complex has undergone extensive restoration and modernization, preserving its historical elements while adding new features. Today, VDNH is a major cultural and recreational hub in Moscow, attracting millions of visitors each year. It is a place where history meets modernity, offering a unique look at Russia’s past and present.
F. The Worker and Kolkhoz Woman is a famous sculpture created by artist Vera Mukhina for the 1937 World’s Fair in Paris. The towering sculpture depicts a man and a woman, symbolizing the unity of workers and farmers. After the fair, it was brought back to Moscow and placed at the entrance of VDNH, becoming an iconic symbol of Soviet art and the country’s industrial progress. The sculpture remains an important cultural landmark in Moscow today and is a symbol of Mosfilm, Russian film studio.
G. The “Stone Flower” fountain at VDNH is inspired by the famous Ural fairy tale by Pavel Bazhov. Opened in 1954, the fountain is an artistic tribute to the mystical story of the “Stone Flower,” which symbolizes the richness and beauty of the Ural Mountains. The design of the fountain features intricate mosaics and sculptures depicting the region’s natural resources, like precious stones and flowers, reflecting the magical world of Bazhov’s tales. The fountain continues to be a significant cultural and artistic attraction at VDNH.
Ответ: 7584631
Задание 11. Прочитайте текст и заполните пропуски A-F частями предложений, обозначенными цифрами 1-7. Одна из частей в списке 1-7 лишняя. Занесите цифры, обозначающие соответствующие части предложений, в таблицу.
Aurora Borealis
The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, are one of nature’s most amazing phenomena.
They can be seen in areas close to the Arctic Circle. The lights appear in the sky as beautiful waves of green, purple, and pink light A . They are caused by particles from the sun hitting the Earth’s atmosphere and creating light. These particles travel through space and are pulled towards the magnetic poles of the Earth, which is why the Northern Lights are often seen in places В .
The best time to see the Northern Lights in Canada is during the winter months, from late September to early April. The nights are long and dark, C in the sky.
However, the weather has to be clear, and the skies free of clouds, so it’s not guaranteed D . Many people travel to remote areas to get a better view of the lights, and some even camp out under the stars E . People who have seen the Northern Lights often describe them as magical. The lights seem to dance across the sky, F . It is a memory that stays with you forever, as few natural events are as breathtaking as the Aurora Borealis. If you ever get the chance, witnessing the Northern Lights is an unforgettable experience!
1 that you will see them
2 that move and change shape
3 to catch a glimpse
4 when they are not visible to the naked eye
5 like Russia, Canada, Greenland and Scandinavia
6 creating a peaceful and surreal atmosphere
7 which makes it easier to see the bright colors
Ответ: 257136
Прочитайте текст и выполните задания 12-18. В каждом задании запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.
Sunflowers are bright, cheerful flowers that have been admired by people for centuries. Their golden petals and large, round heads make them stand out in gardens and fields. But sunflowers are not just beautiful—they have played an important role in history, culture, and agriculture.
Задание 12. Which of the following is true?
1) The natural large size of sunflower seeds remained the same over centuries.
2) The main use of sunflowers in North America was for religious purposes.
3) The Spanish explorers valued sunflowers for their medicinal properties.
4) Sunflower plants were grown in North America earlier than corn was.
Ответ: 4
Задание 13. Heliotropion is …
1) a native Greek plant that botanically is the same as the American sunflower.
2) a plant from a Greek myth that turns its flowers to the sun like sunflowers.
3) an alternative name that Greeks use for Apollo, the Greek god of sun.
4) what sunflowers have been called in Greek since the 16th century.
Ответ: 2
Задание 14. What conclusion can we make from the 3rd paragraph?
1) Myths can change over time as new discoveries are made.
2) Myths reflect the cultural significance of plants and animals.
3) Sunflowers were a significant part of Greek mythology.
4) Ancient myths remain unchanged since their creation.
Ответ: 1
Задание 15. Sunflower oil became popular in 18th-century Russia because …
1) it was cheaper than other oils, and both rich and poor used it.
2) it was a new kind of oil and people were curious about it.
3) it was not on the list of fats that were banned during lent.
4) Russia was one of the largest producers of sunflowers.
Ответ: 3
Задание 16. The word their in paragraph 5 refers to …
1) sunflowers.
2) Indigenous peoples.
3) thousands.
4) years.
Ответ: 1
Задание 17. The expression an indelible imprint in the 7th paragraph is closest in meaning to …
1) a famous work of art.
2) a permanent influence.
3) an original contribution.
4) a fashionable trend.
Ответ: 2
Задание 18. Which of the following is NOT the reason why sunflowers are good for the environment?
1) They absorb chemicals from the air.
2) Their seeds are food for animals.
3) They attract and feed pollinators.
4) They help clean polluted soil.
Ответ: 1