Task 1 Read the text about Jane Austen. J. Austen was a British writer. She was born in England in 1775. She lived in England for her whole life. She died on 18th July in 1871.

By the age of sixteen, Jane Austen was writing stories, poems and plays. She finished her first novel in 1795 and her second novel a year later. Her father couldn’t find a publisher. Her life changed in 1811 when she found a publisher for her first book.

In total she wrote six novels. Her novels were funnier and more realistic than other novels of the time. Now, students at school and university study her novel and there are about fifty different film and TV versions of her stories. There are also two Jane Austen museums in England.

Are these sentences True (T) or False (F)

1. She was an American writer.

2. Her life changed when she got married.

3. There are two her museums in England.

Answer the questions in written form

4. When was she born?

5. How many books did she write?

6. Did she live in England for her whole life?

7. Are there fourty different film and TV versions of her stories?

8. How many Jane Austen museums are there in England?

Writing

Task 2. Answer the following questions.

1) What is the most popular cartoon among teenagers?

2) Do you like it? Why or why not?

3) What is your favourite movie/ cartoon?

4) Who are your favourite actors and actresses?

5) Why do people like watching comedies?

КТО

Anna has got many books so she can read them. 

may I borrow your rubber, please? Yes, of course you may 

You can find any kind of information on the Internet. 

Complete the sentences with the correct modal verb (must, mustn’t, don’t have to)

We mustn't arrive late, and we must go to every class. 

We don't have to have lunch at school, so I sometimes go home.

Complete the sentences with the correct modal verb (must, needn’t)

Shall I turn on the light? — No, you needn't. It is still light in the room.

You needn't make your bed. I'll do it for you.

You needn't buy mineral water, we have plenty.

The meeting is very important. We needn't be late.

Complete the sentences with the correct modal verb (must, can, need)

Sonia must practise so much if she wants to take part in the marathon.

If you want to improve your English, you must work very hard.

You need not come to help them tomorrow: the work is done.                                      

Viktor Vasnetsov - famous Russian artist-Wanderers, author of genre paintings, lyrical and epic monumental paintings on the theme of Russian history, folk tales and fairy tales. One of the most famous works is a painting by Vasnetsov "Heroes."The artist depicted in the picture three epic heroes - Ilya Muromets, Dobrynya Nikitich and Alyosha Popovich. They are in the horse patrol, protecting Russia from the invasion of enemies-nomads.Each of the characters in the picture Vasnetsov gave character, each gave individual features. Here in the center of Ilya Muromets, in chain mail and helmet, armed with an iron mace, a spear and a shield. From his hand vigilantly scrutinizes the hero in the steppes. Ilya Muromets Mighty, mighty his black horse. To the right of Elijah - a favorite of the Russian people Nikitich. He dressed very elegantly: his helmet patterned, embroidered boots, gleaming armor, scarlet shield, sword. Bogatyr eagerly squeezes the handle of the sword: be abusive fun! To the left of Ilya the youngest of the three heroes - Alyosha Popovich. Young warrior holding a bow at the ready, filled arrow. But not only the soldier Alyosha Popovich - on the side of his harp. In brief moments of relaxation sister Alesha happy cheerful sounding songs.The image of three heroes Vasnetsov embodied the eternal dream of the Russian people about the invincible and just defender. Many tales composed of Ilya Muromets, Dobrynya Nikitich and Alyosha Popovich. Anyone who reads them differently imagine the heroes-heroes. Only the immense talent of Viktor Vasnetsov has allowed us to see firsthand how brave fearless heroes whose images with such artistic power embodie