Презентация "London Must-sees"
Презентация содержит не только достопримечательности Лондона, но и коммуникативные задания.
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Westminster Bridge as it appeared in 1808
in former times and now
William Wordsworth (7 April 1770 – 23 April 1850) was a major English Romantic poet
Composed upon Westminster Bridge, September 3, 1802 Earth has not anything to show more fair: Dull would he be of soul who could pass by A sight so touching in its majesty : This City now doth , like a garment, wear The beauty of the morning; silent, bare, Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie Open unto the fields, and to the sky; All bright and glittering in the smokeless air. Never did sun more beautifully steep In his first splendour , valley, rock, or hill; Ne'er saw I, never felt, a calm so deep! The river glideth at his own sweet will: Dear God! the very houses seem asleep; And all that mighty heart is lying still! 1) majesty [ˈ mædʒɪstɪ ] - great dignity of bearing; loftiness; grandeur - supreme power or authority 2) doth [ dʌ θ ] v. Archaic A third person singular present tense of do 3 ) unto [ ʹ ʌntu :] used in the past like “to” 4 ) steep - damp, drench - Immerse - moisten, soak, submerge - fill, infuse, pervade 5) n e'er [neə ] poetic . never 6 ) glideth archaic third-person singular of, glide 7) mighty having or indicating might; powerful or strong
to pass legislation = pass laws=make laws ≠ to override laws to abolish law to assess supremacy parley a set of checks and balances to be adjourned/to end the adjournment of the House Peerage a suspensive veto The Woolsack suffrage constituency 1. To annul (law) 2. the right or privilege of voting 3. The body of voters or the residents of a district represented by an elected legislator or official; The district so represented. 4. The rank, title, or jurisdiction of a peer or peeress; peers and peeresses considered as a group. 5. discussion;conference . 6. limits imposed on all branches of a government by vesting in each branch the right to amend or void those acts of another that fall within its purview.
home to the British Crown Jewels served as a prison from 1100 to the mid twentieth century. the castle was founded in the winter of 1066 as part of the Norman Conquest of England and served as a royal residence before it became a prison. -there have been tales of ghosts, including that of Anne Boleyn, inhabiting the tower. What landmark is it?
the Tower of London
the 13 ton bell housed within the tower and takes its name from the man who first ordered the bell, Sir Benjamin Hall. the 3d largest free-standing clock tower in the world. What landmark is it?
the Big Ben
The Serpentine, a large artificial lake, is located at the south end of the park and extends northwards into the neighboring Kensington Gardens, where it is called Long Water. At the south end of Hyde park is Rotten Row, a famous bridle path. Speakers' Corner
Hyde Park
The dome reaches a height of 111 meters (366 ft) and weighs about 66,000 tons. Eight arches support the dome. On top of the dome is a large lantern with a weight of 850 tons. 560 steps lead visitors along three galleries all the way to the top of the dome. The Baroque interior is just as imposing as the exterior of the church.
St. Paul's Cathedral
This bridge connects two tourist areas across the Thames river. The southern end of the bridge is located near the new Globe Theater and the Tate Modern Museum. The northern end sits near London's imposing St. Paul's Cathedral. Unfortunately, during the first two days that the structure was open, the thousands that crossed it noticed that the bridge seemed to wobble. It was quickly nicknamed "The Wobbly Bridge" or "The Wibbly -Wobbly" and was immediately closed for modifications, just three days after it opened.
The Millennium Bridge
An equally remarkable tower in the City This modern glass tower with its unusual cigar-like shape was designed by Fosters and Partners. The 180 meter-tall tower, built in 2003, had a big impact on the City's skyline.
St. Mary Axe/the Gherkin |ˈ ɡəːkɪn |.
It is not the walls that make the city, but the people who live within them. The walls of London may be battered, but the spirit of the Londoner stands resolute and undismayed. (George VI (1895-1952), British monarch, King of Great Britain and Northern Ireland) This melancholy London—I sometimes imagine that the souls of the lost are compelled to walk through its streets perpetually. One feels them passing like a whiff of air. (William Butler Yeats (1865-1939), Irish poet) You find no man, at all intellectual, who is willing to leave London. No, Sir, when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford.( Samuel Johnson (1709-1784), British author, lexicographer)
do some/a bit/lot of sightseeing go sightseeing go on a tour of the… go on an excursion tour/go touring take a waterbus on the river go on “the tube” works of art from/exhibits …are on display in… take photos …is worth (while) visiting I prefer … to … I feel like visiting …is a touristy/packed/cosmopolitan/lovely, etc. place I would rather enjoy a bird's-eye view of …/ have the tour around What struck me most of all… was the lavishly decorated…/austere…/ sumptuous… /renowned…/ notorious I was impressed by such (tourist) attractions/landmarks/places of interest, as… The way I see it, …As far as I know, …/As far as I'm concerned, … What's more/ In addition to that/ I'd like to add that I agree completely. / I couldn't agree more/ That's true. / That's right./ Exactly. Definitely/ I suppose so. That's not exactly true/ To tell you the truth, I have a different opinion. I can't believe it./ Are you serious? / You must be joking. I'm sorry to interrupt, but/ Forgive me for interrupting you/ I'm sorry to interrupt, but
You are talking to your friend who is going to set off on an unforgettable journey to London. You have just returned and is eager to give him some pieces of advice what landmarks to visit first. Greeting Showing interest Showing sympathy Giving advice Expressing hope Describing condition I have always dreamt of visiting London. I find this city charming, because… Describing condition Accepting advice Thanking