Выполнить устно лексические упражнения

1. Переведите следующие словосочетания и предложения на русский язык:

а) to catch the train, to catch fish, lofty appearance, lofty hills, lofty ideals, a stormy sea, a rainy day, both of my friends, the total area, a slow current, a slow man, current events, by means of, in this way, in such a way, in many different ways, an advantage of education, to keep warm, to keep the shores from extreme cold, in the extreme North, the beauty of nature, the sea shore, half the size of France, suitable clothes for cold weather, deep knowledge, to provide the population with consumer goods.

б) 1. My watch is slow. 2. John is always behind because he is a slow boy. 3. Don’t be slow, you’ll be late for classes. 4. You must go as far as the centre of the city, then go straight along the main street as far as the Palace of Culture, which is situated opposite the new library. 5. The Ostankino Palace and the ancient church situated against the background of an old park form a beautiful architectural ensemble. 6. The British people live on a group of comparatively small islands which form part of Europe. 7. What mountains separate Europe from Asia? 8. Tom is my close friend. 9. English is a comparatively easy language. 10. Where do you keep your books and magazines? 11. I’m sorry, I kept you waiting. 12. Can you keep secrets? 13. My friend made a short report on current events. 14. The current of this river is very fast. 15. Living in a big city also has some advantages – cinemas, theatres, concert halls and libraries. 16.The advantages of a good education are very great. 17. The book contains much useful information. 18. He has served in the army for 30 years. 19. I know Mary as well as her sisters and brothers. 20. Are you learning only German or English as well? 21. Both the teachers and the students took part in sports events. 22. They both are good at geography. 23. Both of them are final-year students. 24. I spoke to them both. 25. The flat surface of the table was covered with a bright plastic. 26. He serves as a gardener.

2. Переведите на английский язык:

береговая линия; важный порт; удобная гавань; низкие и пологие холмы; плоская поверхность; зелёные поля; глубокое озеро; окружающие моря; пролив, отделяющий континент от острова; деревня, окружённая лесом; преимущество благоприятных условий; сравнивать высоту гор; на морском побережье; глубина горных озёр; занимать площадь; образовывать архитектурный ансамбль; ботинки, удобные для дождливой погоды; ехать до центра города.