Yukon Adventure Holidays

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по английскому языку для 7-8 классов (2015-16 учебный год)

READING (20 minutes)

Task 1

Read the text and the questions below. For each question, mark the correct letter A, B, C or D.

Circle the correct answer on your answer sheet.

Moonshine

The band Moonshine released their third CD last week. ‘Here again’ is a follow-up to ‘The Waves’. There have been a few changes since the last CD, with Tom Wilcott on bass guitar replacing Simon McVee, who left the band last year, and the arrival of Tom Simpson on drums.

It is clear from the first song on CD, which is a dance tune that the band is no longer going to concentrate on slow songs. The second tune is also a dance tune and is even louder and heavier. Most later tracks are in the band’s more usual slow style. These two tracks will certainly come as a surprise to many fans. Either of them could easily become a hit single though, because they are excellent.

Singer Rob Letchford gets a chance to really show how good he is, reaching each note perfectly. Fans should be grateful he recorded the songs for the album before he had trouble with his throat. This has resulted in the band having to cancel their next tour. (Anyone who has bought tickets need not worry as all the concerts will be rearranged as soon as Rob has recovered.)

On this CD, Moonshine show they can produce perfect music in a variety of styles, from the slow ones we are familiar with to the ones that will keep your feet tapping. I did feel, though, that they put their best songs at the beginning and the last few tracks were not of quite the same quality. Despite this, ‘Here again’, is certain to be a big hit and bring more success to this band.

1. What is the writer trying to do?

A Make suggestions about how a band could improve.

B Offer his opinion of a band’s new CD.

C Give information about the members of a band.

D Explain why a CD has been so successful.

1. What does the writer say about the two songs at the beginning of the CD?

A They are unlike the songs the band normally performs.

B They are similar to other songs on the CD.

C They may not be enjoyed as much as other songs on the CD.

D They are too loud and heavy.

1. What does the writer tell us about Rob Letchford?

A He was not at his best when he recorded the CD.

B He is unable to do any more performances.

C He has become unwell since making the CD.

D He will not appear at some performances with the band.

1. What conclusion does the writer come to about the CD?

A He enjoyed the slow songs in particular.

B He prefers some of their early CDs.

C He thinks some of the songs may become annoying.

D He fells the songs at the end are worse than the ones at the beginning.

1. Which of the following did a fan say about the CD?

A I’m so pleased the band have made a CD with all their best hits. I love their music, so I know all these songs and can sing along to them.

B This CD is better than the last one because it’s got some dance tunes on it as well as some lovely slow tunes.

C I saw the band perform this CD recently at a concert so I went and bought it immediately.

D The members of this band haven’t changed since they started and this CD shows how they have learnt to produce an amazing sound together.

Task 2

Read the holiday brochure and decide if each statement (6-10) is true (A) or False (B).

Circle the correct answer on your answer sheet.

Yukon Adventure Holidays

Looking for the perfect place for a holiday? Then come to the Yukon, in the north-western Canada, where we have package holidays to please everyone. From October to March you can choose one of our “winter wonderland” holidays. These include skiing, snowmobiling and dogsledding. From March to August we have organized hiking or mountain climbing activities, as well as canoeing or water rafting down some of the most beautiful rivers in the Yukon Valley. All of our adventure package holidays include guides and instructors to help you enjoy activities you have never tried before. Accommodation ranges from four-star hotels to log cabins or camping grounds.

For more information check our website: www.yukonholidays.com or call us toll free at 1-800-yukon.

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