1) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.

Altai Altai is a truly unique place in Russia. There one can find everything from picturesque mountain ranges to valleys. It also has ______ (MANY) than 400 caves of various shapes. Some of these caves have labyrinths which can be quite dangerous for an inexperienced tourist.

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2) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.

Still, Altai caves are worth ______ (VISIT) as they allow people to understand how beautiful the underground world can be.

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3) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.

Millions of tourists ______ (BE) to Altai so far, and a lot of them want to come back to Altai again.

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4) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.

Mayflower People all over the world love mayflowers because when they appear, it means that spring is coming. According to English legends, if you once plant mayflowers near your house, they ______ (PROTECT) you from evil spirits forever.

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5) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.

Sorry to say, not all people remember that mayflowers ______ (CONSIDER) to be endangered, so you may look at them, but you shouldn’t pick them.

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6) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.

We must take care of them so that our ______ (CHILD) can see these beautiful flowers.

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7) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически и лексически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.

Rovos Rail If you dislike travelling by train, you will probably change your mind after trying one of the scenic rides the world has to offer. One of such rides which are ______ (POSSIBLE) to forget is the Rovos Rail in South Africa.

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8) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически и лексически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.

The train has several routes. You will pass through a number of African countries and admire the ______ (DIVERSE) of their landscapes.

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9) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически и лексически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.

You will see wildlife national parks, historical battle fields and ______ (FASCINATE) cities.

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10) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически и лексически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.

Onboard, the passengers can use various facilities like a dining car, luxury sleeping cabins and themed ______ (ENTERTAIN).

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11) Вставьте слово, которое грамматически и лексически будет соответствовать содержанию текста.

All types of cabins have ensuite showers, sinks and restrooms, and some of them even have bathtubs. With its ______ (EXCEPTION) service, Rovos Rail is truly one of the greatest train journeys in the world.

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12) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

At the lecture The opening lecture in Grand Hall was on the subject of British Literature. It was delivered by Professor Carlson. During the summer holidays, Emily and Peter had read all the authors on the assigned list. The list ______ of 20 thick books.

1) consisted
2) included
3) contained
4) involved

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13) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

So, by the time they took their places in the lecture hall that Tuesday morning, they both felt ______ that they were well prepared.

1) competent
2) confident
3) excellent
4) efficient

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14) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

Within moments of Professor Carlson starting his lecture, they both realized that they had done little more than read the texts. They had not ______ the different influences on the authors that birth, upbringing, education, religion and mere circumstance had brought to their work, not given any thought to the fact that the gift of storytelling was not bestowed on any particular class, colour or creed.

1) reasoned
2) reflected
3) considered
4) expected

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15) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

Professor Carlson continued his speech. Peter looked ______ from his notes and saw the back of his head. He felt sick.

1) down
2) up
3) beside
4) across

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16) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

He stopped listening to Professor Carlson’s views on Byron and continued to stare for some time before the student turned and began ______ to his neighbour.

1) talking
2) telling
3) looking
4) saying

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17) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

Peter’s worst fears were ______.

1) convinced
2) ensured
3) approved
4) confirmed

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18) Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

It was Conrad. He was at the same university. ______, he was taking the same course. Peter waited until Conrad had left the lecture theatre before he collected up his books and rose from his place. Emily followed him quickly.

1) However
2) Although
3) Otherwise
4) Moreover