Языковое путешествие: Изучение английского через культуру Великобритании

Footballing – футбольный

Passion – страсть

Tasks

1. Match the words on the left with their definitions on the right.

Iconic a. Centre

Prosper b. Known for something

Hub c. Flourishing

Booming d. Famous

Landmarks e. Significant

Thriving f. Doing well

Renowned g. Football-related

Footballing h. Points of interest

Passion i. Strong emotion or feeling

Sample Answers:
– Iconic – e
– Prosper – f
– Hub – a
– Booming – c
– Landmarks – h
– Thriving – b
– Renowned – d
– Footballing – g
– Passion – i

2. Use the following words in sentences to show their meaning:

– Iconic

– Prosper

– Thriving

– Renowned

– Passion

Sample Answers:

– The Eiffel Tower is an iconic landmark in Paris.

– Many businesses prospered during the Industrial Revolution.

– The tech industry is thriving in San Francisco.

– Shakespeare is renowned for his plays and sonnets.

– His passion for cooking led him to become a chef.

3. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate word from the vocabulary list:

a. Liverpool FC is one of the most __________ football clubs in the world.

b. The city’s arts scene is __________, with many galleries and museums to explore.

c. The __________ of the economy helped the city to grow and develop.

d. The Liver Building is an __________ symbol of Liverpool’s history and identity.

e. The fans’ __________ for their football teams is evident on match day.

Sample Answers:
a. Footballing
b. Thriving
c. Hub
d. Iconic
e. Passion

4. Use the following words to write a paragraph about Liverpool:

– Music

– Culture

– Football

– History

– Landmarks

Sample Answer: Liverpool is a city with a rich history and diverse cultural heritage. It is renowned for its music scene, with the legendary band The Beatles hailing from Liverpool. The city also boasts a thriving arts scene, with many galleries and museums showcasing the works of local artists. Sports, particularly football, play a significant role in Liverpool’s culture, with two major football clubs, Liverpool FC and Everton FC. The city is also home to many famous landmarks, such as the Royal Liver Building and St George’s Hall, which reflect its historic past.

5. Discuss the following questions:

a. What is your favourite Beatles song?

b. Have you ever visited Liverpool? If so, what did you enjoy most about the city?