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Do you know that people celebrate World Chocolate Day? It takes place every year on 7 July. We cannot imagine our life without chocolate. We eat chocolate sweets, and we drink hot and cold chocolate drinks. The chocolate we eat today is made from a lot of different ingredients, but the most important one is cacao beans.

The story of cacao beans and their long journey to shops and supermarkets all over the world started hundreds of years ago in Mexico. Cacao trees can grow in places where the temperature is high and it is rainy and they originally grew in the Yucatan Peninsula.

The Maya were the first people to use cacao beans. They picked cacao beans from wild trees and cleared land to grow their own trees. They made a drink from cacao beans but without sugar. Their drink was bitter. The Maya also used the beans to buy other goods from other American Indian tribes. The Maya also used cacao beans for religious ceremonies.

The Mayan people travelled north and introduced cacao beans to the Aztec people. Soon cacao beans were part of lives of different peoples. The Aztecs could not grow cacao trees because of the dry climate. When the Aztecs conquered the Maya, they asked for cacao beans as a tribute. The Aztecs mixed cacao beans with vanilla or chili peppers.

Later people started to grow cacao trees in different countries. For example, Ecuador was for a long time the world’s number-one producer of cocoa beans. It is still one of the top ten producers of the beans, but nowadays more than 70 per cent of cocoa beans come from West Africa.

A.  Choose the TRUE sentence.

1)  People celebrate World Chocolate Day in autumn.

2)  People use chocolate in different ways.

3)  People need only cacao bean to make chocolate.

B.  Cacao trees can grow in places where it is …

1)  hot and wet.

2)  hot and dry.

3)  wet and cold.

C.  The Maya did not use cacao beans …

1)  to make drinks.

2)  as money.

3)  with sugar.

D.  The Maya brought cacao beans to …

1)  the Aztecs.

2)  Ecuador.

3)  West Africa.

E.  What did the Aztecs do?

1)  They grew a lot of cacao trees.

2)  They brought cacao trees to Ecuador.

3)  They added other things to cacao beans.

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Emperor penguins are wonderful birds. They live in a very cold place. Emperor penguins spend their lives on Antarctic ice and in its waters. They have got wings but cannot fly.

Emperors are the biggest penguins, and the largest of all birds. They are about 120 cm tall (about the height of a six-year-old child) and weigh about 40 kg. But scientists think that 37 million years ago there were penguins that were 2 metres tall and weighed as much as 115 kg.

Male and female penguins take turns sitting on the eggs and taking care of the babies. Female penguins (mother penguins) lay eggs and leave. Male penguins (father penguins) cover their eggs with their bodies and keep them warm. The males stand, for about 65 days, through icy temperatures, strong winds, and storms.

Finally, after about two months, the females return from the sea, bringing food to give it to their babies. The males leave to catch fish to eat, and the mothers take care of the babies for some time.

As young penguins grow, their parents leave them. Young penguins stay in groups of babies and their parents leave to fish. There are always some big penguins to look after them. By December the Antarctic weather warms the ice where young penguins live. The ice begins to break up, and it brings open waters closer to the places where the young penguins are. Now the young penguins are old enough and they can get their own food.

A.  Emperor penguins weigh ...

1)  more than a hundred kilograms.

2)  less than thirteen kilograms.

3)  about fourty kilograms.

B.  Scientists believe that in the past penguins were ...

1)  as big as penguins today.

2)  bigger than penguins today.

3)  smaller than penguins today.

C.  Choose the TRUE sentence.

1)  Only mother penguins keep their eggs warm.

2)  Only father penguins keep their eggs warm.

3)  Both male and female penguins keep their eggs warm.

D.  Mother penguins ...

1)  do not bring food to their babies.

2)  bring food to give it to the father penguins.

3)  feed their babies.

E.  Young penguins can get their own food in December because ...

1)  there are open waters close to them.

2)  the ice is strong.

3)  there are no big penguins to take care of the little ones.

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Zebras are interesting animals. They live only in Africa, in different countries on this continent. Like wild horses, zebras live in groups. Big cats, such as lions or leopards hunt zebras. When big cats attack, zebras make a circle and try to fight them off.

Scientists don’t know why zebras have stripes, but they believe their stripes protect zebras from enemies. Some scientists think the stripes keep insects away. Nobody knows for sure, but there are no two zebras that have the same stripes.

People often wonder if zebras are black with white stripes or white with black stripes. Most scientists think zebras are black with white stripes because their skin is dark under the fur.

Zebras stand up when they sleep because big cats can attack them any time and they have little time to run away. They sleep only when they are in a large group in order to feel protected. Zebras sleep for seven hours a day.

In zoos zebras eat different kinds of fruit such as apples, oranges, bananas, pears, grapes, plums, peaches, strawberries, cherries, vegetables for example carrots and other things. In the wild, they can eat grass, small trees and sometimes berries.

In the wild, they can live up to 20 years and about 40 years in a zoo. A zebra can run as fast as 65 kilometres per hour.

At the end of November and at the beginning of December, zebras go to the north. It takes them two months to reach the places where they spend winter.

A.  Zebras live ...

1)  only on one continent.

2)  only in one country.

3)  in different countries on different continents.

B.  Scientists believe that ...

1)  stripes do not protect zebras from lions.

2)  stripes can protect zebras from insects.

3)  zebras have white skin.

C.  Zebras stand up when they sleep because ...

1)  they are afraid of lions.

2)  they are in a group.

3)  they have no time to sleep.

D.  In the wild zebras eat ...

1)  only grass.

2)  many different kinds of fruit and vegetables.

3)  different things.

E.  In zoos zebras live ...

1)   longer than in the wild.

2)    shorter than in the wild.

3)   as long as in the wild.

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Black bears live in North America, including northern Mexico. They live in forests and in the mountains.

Black bears are good tree climbers. They sleep in trees during the summer. Black bears can be blue-grey or blue-black, brown, or even sometimes white. Black bears are good swimmers.

They eat different food: berries and fish, meat and insects because they must collect as much body fat as possible before winter. They can smell food from far away. Black bears are smaller than brown bears, they are often called grizzlies. Black bears are usually afraid of people. If they lose their fear of people, they sometimes attack. That’s why people should never feed a bear.

In late November and early December, black bears go to their dens (hidden homes) to spend the winter sleeping. Their body temperature and heart rate are low. Their bodies use the body fat they have collected during the summer and autumn. This way, they don’t have to leave their dens and hunt for food when the weather is cold.

Male black bears leave their dens around mid-March, but females stay a little longer. That’s because they give birth in January and want to give their babies time to grow bigger. Black bears are good mums. They feed, dry and protect their babies.

Black bear babies stay with mums from one to three years while they teach their babies how to live in the wild. Then, when they’re ready, they start to live in the woods alone  — until they start a family of their own.

A.  Black bears live in ...

1)  many parts of North America.

2)  in the south of Mexico.

3)  only in forests.

B.  Black bears DO NOT ...

1)  sleep in trees in winter.

2)  climb trees.

3)  swim well.

C.  Black bears eat different food because ...

1)  they swim in cold water.

2)  they are bigger than brown bears.

3)  they must prepare for winter.

D.  In winter black bears ...

1)  don’t leave their hidden homes.

2)  hunt for food.

3)  have a high body temperature.

E.  Black bear babies are born in ...

1)  in spring.

2)  in winter.

3)  in summer.

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Zebras are interesting animals. They live only in Africa, in different countries on this continent. Like wild horses, zebras live in groups. Big cats, such as lions or leopards hunt zebras. When big cats attack, zebras make a circle and try to fight them off.

Scientists don’t know why zebras have stripes, but they believe their stripes protect zebras from enemies. Some scientists think the stripes keep insects away. Nobody knows for sure, but there are no two zebras that have the same stripes.

People often wonder if zebras are black with white stripes or white with black stripes. Most scientists think zebras are black with white stripes because their skin is dark under the fur.

Zebras stand up when they sleeps because big cats can attack them any time and they have little time to run away. They sleep only when they are in a large group in order to feel protected. Zebras sleep for seven hours a day.

In zoos zebras eat different kinds of fruit such as apples, oranges, bananas, pears, grapes, plums, peaches, strawberries, cherries, vegetables for example carrots and other things. In the wild, they can eat grass, small trees and sometimes berries.

In the wild, they can live up to 20 years and about 40 years in a zoo. A zebra can run as fast as 65 kilometres per hour.

At the end of November and at the beginning of December, zebras go to the north. It takes them two months to reach the places where they spend winter.

A.  Zebras live ...

1)  only on one continent.

2)  only in one country.

3)  in different countries on different continents.

B.  Scientists believe that ...

1)  stripes do not protect zebras from lions.

2)  stripes can protect zebras from insects.

3)  zebras have white skin.

C.  Zebras stand up when they sleep because ...

1)  they are afraid of lions.

2)  they are in a group.

3)  they have no time to sleep.

D.  In the wild zebras eat ...

1)  only grass.

2)  many different kinds of fruit and vegetables.

3)  different things.

E.  In zoos zebras live ...

1)  longer than in the wild.

2)  shorter than in the wild.

3)  as long as in the wild.

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Kangaroos are interesting animals. Their back legs are strong, their tail is long and strong but their front legs are small. Kangaroos use their strong tails for balance when they jump. Kangaroos like places where there is a lot of green grass and some water. Some kangaroos climb and live in trees. Most kangaroos live in forests and fields. Sometimes people in Australia can find kangaroos in their yards and parks.

Thanks to their large feet, some kangaroos can jump 9 meters in one jump and travel more than 48 kilometers per hour. There are four kinds of kangaroos; red kangaroos, eastern grey kangaroos, western grey kangaroos, and the antilopine kangaroo. You can only find kangaroos in Australia, but they developed millions of years ago from animals that lived in South America. The red kangaroo is the largest living kind of kangaroos in the world. They can live up to 23 years. Kangaroos live in groups. There are about 50 animals in a group. There are different animals that hunt and eat kangaroos. When they see enemies, all the kangaroos of the group kick them and sometimes bite.

Kangaroos don’t need nests. When kangaroos are born they are very small, about a size of a grape, and they live in a pouch on their mother’s body. A pouch is a pocket of skin on the stomach of their mother in which baby kangaroos live. When babies are four months old they can leave their pouches for short trips to eat grass. At the age of ten months, they become big enough to live without their mothers and leave their pouches.

A.  Kangaroos have got ...

1)  a short tail.

2)  strong back and front legs.

3)  short front legs.

B.  One jump of a kangaroo can be ... metres long.

1)  eight

2)  ten

3)  nine

C.  The biggest kangaroos ...

1)  are not grey.

2)  live less than twenty years.

3)  are from Australia and South America.

D.  Kangaroos live in groups because ...

1)  they need to build nests.

2)  it is easy to protect themselves.

3)  they can hunt other animals.

E.  Baby kangaroos leave their mothers and live on their own when they are ...

1)  as big as a grape.

2)  4 months old.

3)  10 months old.

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The day after Thanksgiving is the start of the holiday shopping season. Thanksgiving is always on a Thursday, so the day after is a Friday. This day has come to be known as Black Friday. It has been the busiest shopping day of the year since 2005. Most shops offer great deals on Black Friday.

Shops open their doors very early in the morning. They try to attract customers with big discounts. Some items like TVs are much cheaper than usual. Stores may even lose money on these items. They hope that shoppers will buy gifts for other people while they are in the store. Black Friday is a great time to get good deals.

The problem is that there are not enough lowpriced items for everyone. Each shop may only have a few. These items are in high demand. People stand in long lines to get such great deals. They may line up hours before a shop opens. They may be hoping to get a low price on a TV or laptop, but not everyone who wants one will get one. The situation can be dangerous, people start fighting and even shooting.

So where does the name "Black Friday" come from? It was first used in Philadelphia in the 1950s. The police called this day Black Friday because of the heavy traffic it drew. In the 1960s, shops tried to rename the day "Big Friday." It did not stick. The name "Black Friday" continued to spread across the country. Now people all over the USA take part in the event known as Black Friday. It is even spreading to other parts of the world. Shops have held Black Friday events in the U.K., Australia, and Brazil since 2012. In Costa Rica Black Friday is known as "Viernes Negro." And in Mexico, stores offer an annual weekend of discounts. They call it "El Buen Fin," which means "the good weekend" in Spanish.

A.  The day after Thanksgiving is...

1)  Thursday

2)  Friday

3)  the end of the shopping season

B.  On Black Friday shops try to attract customers with...

1)  open doors

2)  having enough discounted items for everyone

3)  big discounts

C.  People who want to shop on Black Friday DON’T have to...

1)  line up hours before a shop opens

2)  bring their old laptop to get a new one for free

3)  fight for discounted items to get one of them

D.  The name “Black Friday” appeared in...

1)  Philadelphia

2)  Mexico

3)  Brazil

E.  According to the text Black Friday is held...

1)  only in the USA

2)  in the USA and Costa Rica

3)  in different parts of the world

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Did you know that humans aren't the only species that use language? Bees communicate by dancing. Whales talk to each other by singing. And some apes talk to humans by using American Sign Language.

Meet Koko: a female gorilla born at the San Francisco Zoo on July 4th, 1971. Koko learned sign language from her trainer, Dr. Penny Patterson. Patterson began teaching sign language to Koko in 1972, when Koko was one year old. In 1974 Koko and her trainer moved to the Stanford University campus. Dr. Patterson says that Koko knows over 1,000 words, and that Koko makes up new words. For example, Koko didn't know the sign for ring, so she signed the words finger and bracelet.

Sign language isn't the only unusual thing about Koko. She's also been a pet-owner. In 1983, at the age of 12, researchers said that Koko asked for a cat for Christmas. They gave Koko a toy cat. Koko was not happy. She did not play with it, and she continued to sign sad. So for her birthday in 1984, Dr. Patterson allowed Koko to pick up a cat from the street. She picked up a gray cat and named him "All Ball." Dr. Patterson said that Koko loved All Ball as though he was a baby gorilla. Sadly, All Ball got out of Koko's cage and was hit by a car.

Koko lives in Gorilla foundation today. As for the future, Dr. Patterson and the Gorilla Foundation would love to get Koko to an ape preserve in Maui, but they are having financial troubles. So unless you have a few million dollars to spare, Koko's going to be spending her time in Woodland, California with Dr. Patterson. Koko probably doesn't mind that. If she moved to Hawaii, she'd have to give up her Facebook page and Twitter feed, and she's got like 50 thousand "likes."

A.  Can only people communicate between each other?

1)  Yes, no other species can use language.

2)  No, bees, whales and apes can communicate with each other.

3)  No, some apes can talk to humans.

B.  Koko is now in her...

1)  fifties

2)  sixties

3)  forties

C.  Koko communicates with her trainer...

1)  by hitting her with a stick

2)  by learning words

3)  by using American Sign Language

D.  What happened to All Ball?

1)  He was too old and therefore he died

2)  He got out of the Koko’s cage and was hit by a car

3)  Koko ate him. She wanted a baby gorilla, not a cat

E.  Dr. Patterson wants to send Koko...

1)  to an ape preserve

2)  to Stanford university campus

3)  to Africa, to the wild nature

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The cheese rolling tradition is a fun and exciting event that takes place in England. Every year, people gather at a hill called Cooper’s Hill in Gloucestershire. The most famous part of this event is when a large wheel of cheese is rolled down the hill, and then people run after it to catch it. The person who catches the cheese or reaches the bottom of the hill first wins a prize. The race is very fast and a little bit crazy because the hill is steep and bumpy, so sometimes people fall or tumble while running. Many spectators come to watch the fun and sometimes join in the race. The tradition started many years ago and is now a popular event in England. The cheese used in the race is usually a round of double Gloucester cheese, which is a special type of cheese from England. The event happens in the spring or summer, and people wear casual clothes or costumes to make the race even more amusing. The cheese rolling tradition shows the lively and playful side of English culture. It is a unique event that attracts visitors from all over the world who want to see this funny race. For children, it is a wonderful experience to watch this race because it is full of excitement, laughter, and fun. This tradition also teaches people to enjoy their local customs and celebrate their community in a joyful way. By the way, a cheese rolling race is also held in Italy. And cheese festivals are held all over the world.

A.  Cheese rolling takes place...

1)  annually

2)  every month

3)  twice a year

B.  People roll ... down the hill.

1)  a large wheel

2)  each other

3)  usually a double Gloucester cheese

C.  When does cheese rolling take place?

1)  In spring.

2)  In spring or winter.

3)  In spring or summer.

D.  The race is won...

1)  by the person who catches cheese or is first to reach the bottom of the hill

2)  by several people who catch the cheese

3)  by person who catches and eats the cheese

E.  Cheese rolling is a tradition which exists...

1)  in England and in Italy

2)  only in England. It is a crazy but amusing English tradition.

3)  everywhere. Such races are held all over the world.

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The Royal Henley Regatta is a famous rowing competition held every summer in England. It takes place on the River Thames in a town called Henley. Rowing is a sport where people use long, narrow boats called shells to race on the water. During the regatta, many teams from all over the world come to compete against each other. The races are very exciting to watch because the rowers work very hard to move their boats quickly and smoothly across the river. The event usually lasts for several days, and there are different races for men, women, and even children. Spectators come to watch the races and cheer for their favorite teams. People wear nice clothes, and there are often music and food stalls nearby. The Royal Henley Regatta is one of the most famous rowing competitions in the world, and it has been happening for over 150 years! It is named "Royal" because the Queen of England gives her support to the event. The regatta is not only a competition but also a celebration of sport, teamwork, and tradition. Many families and friends enjoy spending the day by the river, watching the boats race by. The event teaches people about the importance of teamwork, strength, and perseverance. It is also a great way to learn about British culture and history. For children, the regatta is an exciting event to see and learn about rowing, sportsmanship, and the beautiful scenery along the river. Overall, the Royal Henley Regatta is a fun, exciting, and historic event that brings people together to celebrate sports and tradition in England.

A.  The Royal Henley Regatta is a ... competition.

1)  running

2)  reading

3)  rowing

B.  The Regatta is held on the...

1)  river Thames

2)  river Henley

3)  river Royal

C.  The boats used in the regatta are called..

1)  crabs

2)  shells

3)  turtles

D.  The Royal Henley Regatta has been first held...

1)  10 years ago

2)  more than 50 years ago

3)  more than 150 years ago

E.  Do only professional sportsmen gather to watch the Regatta?

1)  Yes, this is right. They evaluate the technique and strength of the rowers.

2)  No, surely not. It’s an event for the whole family, everybody watches it and has fun.

3)  No, scientists who want to learn more about English traditions visit it as well.

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Big Ben is one of the most famous landmarks in London, England. It is a large clock tower located at the north end of the Palace of Westminster. The tower was completed in 1859 and is known for its massive clock and the big bell inside. Many people call the entire clock tower "Big Ben," but actually, Big Ben is the name of the bell. The tower is about 96 meters tall, which is approximately 316  feet. It has four clock faces, each 7 meters in diameter, so it can be seen from many parts of London. The clock is very accurate and is famous for its reliability. Big Ben is a symbol of the United Kingdom and British culture. Every hour, the bell rings, and it makes a loud, clear sound that can be heard across the city. Tourists from all over the world visit Big Ben to take pictures and learn about its history. Inside the tower, there are stairs and an elevator that take visitors to the viewing platform, where they can see a beautiful view of London. The building has beautiful Gothic architecture, with intricate details and decorations. Over the years, Big Ben has become a symbol of democracy and the British government. It is also used on many British coins, stamps, and in movies. Despite its age, Big Ben still works perfectly today. It is a popular and iconic landmark that represents the history and culture of London and the United Kingdom. Visiting Big Ben is a must-do activity for anyone visiting London.

A.  Big Ben is...

1)  a high tower designed to help fire-fighters notice fire

2)  a large clock tower located at the north end of the Palace of Westminster

3)  a part of the Royal Palace

B.  The tower is...

1)  about 96 meters tall

2)  about 316 meters tall

3)  about 7 meters tall

C.  Tourists from all over the world visit Big Ben to...

1)  take pictures and learn about its history

2)  check their watches

3)  touch the famous bell inside the tower

D.  Nowadays Big Ben clock is...

1)  taken away for repair

2)  still in a perfect condition

3)  broken because of old age

E.  Visiting Big Ben is...

1)  not recommended. A waste of time and money.

2)  optional. You can see such towers in many English cities and towns.

3)  a must-do activity for anyone visiting London

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Pancake Day is a fun and tasty day that many people celebrate every year. It is also called Shrove Tuesday and happens before Lent, which is a special time when some people give up eating certain types of food. On Pancake Day, families and friends come together to enjoy yummy pancakes. Pancakes are soft and fluffy, made from ingredients like flour, eggs, milk, and a little sugar. People like to add toppings to their pancakes, such as syrup, chocolate, fruit, or whipped cream.

On Pancake Day, many people have a special tradition of eating pancakes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Some cities even have pancake races, where people run while flipping pancakes in a pan! It’s a fun and exciting event that makes everyone laugh. Children especially love this day because they can help make pancakes and enjoy eating them.

Making pancakes is easy and fun. First, you mix the ingredients in a bowl to make a smooth batter. Then, you pour the batter onto a hot pan and cook it until it turns golden brown. After that, you flip the pancake and cook the other side. When the pancake is ready, you add your favorite toppings and enjoy eating it. Some people like their pancakes simple with just syrup, while others like adding strawberries and whipped cream.

Pancake Day is a happy day for everyone. It is a time to share and enjoy delicious food with family and friends. No matter if you like your pancakes plain or with lots of toppings, it is a day to have fun and enjoy good food. So, get your ingredients ready and start making pancakes.

A.  The period when people stop eating certaing types of food is called...

1)  diet

2)  the Lent

3)  the Shrove Tuesday

B.  Pancakes are made of...

1)  flour, eggs, milk and some sugar

2)  fluffy and soft

3)  They are made of different ingredients

C.  Batter is...

1)  butter spelled in the wrong way

2)  a kind of dough that can be poured somewhere and the fried or baked

3)  a kind of pancake

D.  The ingredients for pancake batter are mixed in a...

1)  bowl

2)  frying pan

3)  flip

E.  Do people invite guests to celebrate Pancake Day?

1)  No, they don’t. Everyone has to bake one pancake and eat it himself.

2)  Yes, they do. They dance and sing to celebrate this day.

3)  Yes, they do. They share and enjoy food with family and friends.

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Royal Ascot is one of the most famous horse racing events in the world. It takes place every year in June at Ascot Racecourse in England. Royal Ascot is special because it is attended by members of the royal family, including the King. The event is not only a race but also a big social occasion. Thousands of people come to watch the races, wear smart clothes, and enjoy the festive atmosphere.

The races last for five days, and each day has several races with different horses and jockeys. The most important race is the Gold Cup, which happens on the third day. Many people come early in the morning to see the horses and their jockeys arrive and to enjoy the beautiful gardens and fancy tents. People also watch the races on big screens if they are not sitting in the stands.

At Royal Ascot, fashion is very important. Women wear elegant dresses and big hats, and men wear suits and ties. There are also many food and drink stalls, where visitors can enjoy traditional British foods like afternoon tea, sandwiches, and cakes. Some people bet on the races, hoping their horse will win.

The event is famous for its traditions. For example, there is a royal procession each day, with horses and carriages carrying members of the royal family. The event is also known for the colorful hats and outfits worn by guests.

Royal Ascot is a special time for horse racing fans and for people who enjoy dressing up and celebrating. It combines sport, tradition, and social fun. Every year, people look forward to this exciting event, making it a highlight of the British social calendar. It is a symbol of British culture and the love of horse racing.

A.  Royal Ascot is so popular because...

1)  everyone loves horses and Royal Ascot is all about horses

2)  it is not only a race but also a big social event, attended by members of the royal family

3)  it is a great place to show your new outfit

B.  Royal Ascot is held...

1)  annually, every June

2)  for five days in different months

3)  every five days

C.  Royal Ascot is all about...

1)  horses and races. It’s the best racecourse in England and probably in the world.

2)  different kinds of leisure. People arrive there to enjoy not only horce races but also beautiful gardens, tasty food and the experience of sharing the event with the nobility.

3)  special time for horse racing fans

D.  At Royal Ascot you should wear...

1)  some casual clothes. It’s a race, not a fashion show.

2)  sports outfit, it’s not always clean near the horses

3)  elegant dresses and big hats for women, while men wear suits and ties

E.  The most important race at Royal Ascot is...

1)  the whole event which is one big race

2)  the Gold Cup which takes place on the third day of the whole event

3)  every race

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The Battle of Waterloo was an important fight that happened on June 18, 1815, in Belgium. It was a big battle between two famous leaders: Napoleon Bonaparte from France and the Duke of Wellington from Britain. Napoleon wanted to be the boss of Europe, so he led his army to fight against many countries that wanted to stop him. The Duke of Wellington led the united armies of Britain, the Netherlands, and other countries to defend their land.

The battle took place in a village called Waterloo. It was a hard fight, with soldiers on both sides fighting very bravely. Napoleon’s soldiers tried to win, but the allies fought back strongly. The fighting lasted all day, with soldiers on foot and on horseback. The weather was rainy, which made the ground muddy and difficult for the soldiers to move.

In the end, the allies won the battle. Napoleon’s army was defeated, and he had to give up power. After the battle, Napoleon was sent away to a small island called Saint Helena, where he stayed for the rest of his life. The Battle of Waterloo is famous because it ended Napoleon’s rule and changed the history of Europe.

This battle is remembered as an important event because it marked the end of Napoleon’s empire and started a new time of peace in Europe. Many soldiers fought bravely, and the battle showed how strong and brave people can be in difficult times. Today, people visit the site of Waterloo to learn about this historic fight. The battle reminds us that even powerful leaders can be defeated when people work together. It is a story of courage, teamwork, and history that children can learn from.

A.  The Battle of Waterloo is...

1)  a famous song

2)  an important battle in the 19th century

3)  a fight between soldiers several years ago

B.  The Battle of Waterloo was called this way because...

1)  it took place in a village called Waterloo

2)  one of the military leaders’ name was Waterloo

3)  probably, there was a lot of water there

C.  The battle was...

1)  short. There were too many soldiers in the Duke of Wellington’s army, noone could have defeat them.

2)  very short. It took Napoleon just an hour to realise that everything is over.

3)  quite long. It took a whole day and it was raining all the day long which made it difficult for soldiers to move.

D.  The result of Waterloo battle was that...

1)  the Duke of Wellington decided to become the boss of Europe

2)  Napoleon’s army was defeated and he was sent to Saint Helena island for the rest of his life

3)  Napoleon was killed in the battle

E.  Napoleon was defeated by...

1)  the British army. It was the strongest army in the world at that moment.

2)  the British and French armies together

3)  the united armies of Britain, the Netherlands, and other countries against the French army

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Robin Hood is a famous hero from old stories. He lived a long time ago in England. Robin Hood was a brave and kind man who loved helping poor people. He was a good archer, which means he was very skilled with a bow and arrow. Robin Hood didn’t like unfair rules or greedy people, especially a bad sheriff who was mean to the villagers. So, Robin Hood decided to fight against him.

Robin Hood and his friends, called his "Merry Men," lived in the forest called Sherwood Forest. They hid there and helped people who were in trouble. Robin Hood would steal from rich and unfair people and give the money to poor villagers. This made him very popular among the poor people, but the sheriff and soldiers wanted to catch him.

Robin Hood was clever and brave. He could escape from the sheriff’s soldiers many times. He wore a green cloak and a hat with a feather. Robin Hood was also famous for his good heart and honesty. He always tried to do what was right.

Many stories tell about Robin Hood’s adventures. Sometimes he saved the day by helping someone in danger or by fighting against unfair rulers. Robin Hood became a symbol of justice and kindness. People still love stories about him today because they show that one brave person can make a difference.

Robin Hood’s story teaches us to be brave, to help others, and to stand up against unfairness. Even though Robin Hood is a character from stories, his ideas are still important. He is a hero who fights for justice and cares about people. Kids enjoy hearing about his adventures and learning that everyone can be a hero in their own way.

A.  Robin Hood lived...

1)  in Russia, long ago

2)  long time ago, in England

3)  around 50 years ago, in Scotland

B.  Robin Hood didn’t like...

1)  the King of England

2)  unfair rules and greedy people

3)  poor villagers

C.  Robin Hood wore...

1)  a green cloak and a hat with a feather

2)  a red riding hood

3)  beautiful clothes which he stole from the sheriff

D.  Robin Hood became the symbol of...

1)  forest bandits

2)  romantic stories

3)  justice and kindness

E.  Robin Hood’s story teaches us to...

1)  steal money from rich people

2)  share with the poor

3)  be brave, help others and be against unfairness

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Walt Disney was a famous man from America. He was born in 1901 and from the very childhood he loved stories and drawings. Walt Disney wanted to make movies that could make people happy. When he was young, he started drawing cartoons and making short films. People loved his funny and creative characters.

In 1928, Walt Disney made a new cartoon called Mickey Mouse. Mickey Mouse became very popular all over the world. Walt Disney also made the first full-length animated movie called "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs." This movie was a big success and showed that animated movies could be very beautiful and fun.

Walt Disney loved to imagine new stories and characters. He built a special place called Disneyland in California. This was a theme park where families could go and meet their favorite Disney characters. Disneyland became very famous and many people visited it every year. Walt Disney wanted to create a place where children and families could have fun and dream big.

Walt Disney was not only a creative artist but also a hard worker. He believed that dreams can come true if you work hard and never give up. The most well-known movies produced by his studio during his life, like "Dumbo," "Cinderella," and "Bambi," are loved by children all over the world today.

Walt Disney’s stories teach us to be kind, brave, and creative. His movies make us smile and teach us good lessons. Walt Disney changed the world of entertainment and gave many children happy memories. Today, people still enjoy Disney movies and visit Disney theme parks. Walt Disney died relatively early, in 1966 but his dream of making the world a happier place continues through his stories and characters.

A.  Walt Disney was born...

1)  in 1901

2)  in 1928

3)  in England

B.  In 1928, Walt Disney made a new cartoon called...

1)  Dumbo

2)  Mickey Mouse

3)  Fantasia

C.  Walter Disney built Disneyland which is...

1)  a theme park where families could go and meet their favorite Disney characters

2)  a cartoon studio in the open air

3)  his own estate

C.  Disney’s most well-known movies include...

1)  "Dumbo," "Cinderella," and "Bambi"

2)  "The Lion King," "Frozen," "Beauty and the Beast"

3)  stories and drawings

D.  Walt Disney died...

1)  more than a hundred years ago

2)  almost sixty years ago

3)  when he was young

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