Номер 3, страница 57 - гдз по английскому языку 8 класс (starlight) тренировочные упражнения в формате огэ (гиа) Комиссаров, Кирдяева

3. Read the text and choose the correct answer.

My Bangkok Holiday

I've just arrived back from a holiday in Bangkok. It was really amazing. Bangkok is such a mysterious and fascinating city, and it is so hot! When I walked out of the airport, the first thing I noticed was the heat! It was early in the morning but the temperature was more than thirty degrees. It took me a couple of days to get used to it, but once I did, I didn't have a problem. In fact, I really liked the fact that I could wear a T-shirt all day and all night and don't get cold — quite unlike where I live.

A friend of mine, Bill, moved to Bangkok three years ago for work. I remember wondering if he would like living there. I thought he might find it difficult. But when he kept e-mailing me that I had to come and see what a wonderful place Bangkok was, I knew he was very happy and wanted to see why for myself. I saved up for a few months and then jumped on a plane.

There are lots of interesting things to do and see in Bangkok. One place visitors should not miss is the beautiful Grand Palace. It is the most famous landmark in the city and absolutely amazing. Nowadays, it is used for important ceremonial occasions but originally it was built for the king of Thailand to live in. The architecture is a great mix of Thai and European styles. Visitors are only allowed to see the northern part of the palace, but even this takes hours to see it properly.

Another place worth visiting is Bangkok Zoo because it has so many interesting animals. The zoo actually attracts a lot of locals, so it's also a great place to meet Thai people. There is even a lake inside the zoo gardens and, for a small price, you can hire a boat and go out on the lake. The zoo gets very crowded and hot in the afternoon, but the animals are much more active then, so you may want to visit it at this time.

Bangkok is also famous for its shopping and one of the best places I found to shop was Chatuchak Market. It is located opposite Bangkok's old bus terminal and has more than 10,000 stalls. It's open every Saturday and Sunday, from 7 a.m. until late. Some stalls are open for business during the week, but it's not enough to make the effort to go there, so save your visit for the weekend. I spent a wonderful day there and I found some great bargains.

The food in Bangkok is wonderful and you will find restaurants everywhere. There are also hundreds of people selling food in the street. Street food is delicious and fun to eat. Don't avoid it because you've heard it will make you ill. It's cheap, different to the food you will find in restaurants and surprisingly a lot less likely to make you ill. However, the price of street food in tourist areas is easily 25-100% more expensive than in non-tourist areas.

Finally, let me tell you one more thing everyone should do when visiting Bangkok. Everyone should take a ride in one of the small open-air taxis called "tuk-tuk". A tuk-tuk taxi is like a golf cart — it's basically a man riding a motorbike with space in the back for four or five passengers. A ride is a lot of fun as you are in the open air. Also tuk-tuk drivers drive fast and dangerously. One tip, though — decide on a fare with the driver before accepting a ride, because otherwise you may be overcharged.

1. Regarding the weather in Bangkok, the author says

a) it was a nice change.

b) she couldn't get used to it.

c) it made her feel ill at first.

2. The author visited Bangkok because

a) she had heard it was a great place.

b) she found a cheap flight there.

c) she was considering moving there.

3. The author says the Grand Palace

a) is where the royal family lives.

b) has had different uses.

c) isn't open to the public.

4. According to the author, Bangkok Zoo is

a) mainly popular with tourists.

b) inexpensive to visit.

c) best visited at a certain time.

5. When writing about Chatuchak Market, the author gives advice about

a) how to get there.

b) when to visit it.

c) how to get the best bargains.

6. The author suggests that street food

a) isn't any cheaper than restaurant food.

b) should be avoided in non-tourist areas.

c) is much better than many people think.

7. When taking a "tuk-tuk" taxi, the author says it's important to

a) agree on the price before you get in.

b) make sure you are not the only passenger.

c) remember to tip the driver.

3. Read the text and choose the correct answer.

My Bangkok Holiday

I've just arrived back from a holiday in Bangkok. It was really amazing. Bangkok is such a mysterious and fascinating city, and it is so hot! When I walked out of the airport, the first thing I noticed was the heat! It was early in the morning but the temperature was more than thirty degrees. It took me a couple of days to get used to it, but once I did, I didn't have a problem. In fact, I really liked the fact that I could wear a T-shirt all day and all night and don't get cold – quite unlike where I live.

A friend of mine, Bill, moved to Bangkok three years ago for work. I remember wondering if he would like living there. I thought he might find it difficult. But when he kept e-mailing me that I had to come and see what a wonderful place Bangkok was, I knew he was very happy myself. I saved up for a few months and then jumped on a plane.

There are lots of interesting things to do and see in Bangkok. One place visitors should not miss is the beautiful Grand Palace. It is the most famous landmark in the city and absolutely amazing. Nowadays, it is used for important ceremonial occasions but originally it was built for the king of Thailand to live in. The architecture is a great mix of Thai and European styles. Visitors are only allowed to see the northern part of the palace, but even this takes hours to see it properly.

Another place worth visiting is Bangkok Zoo because it has so many interesting animals. The zoo actually attracts a lot of locals, so it's a great place to meet Thai people. There is even a lake inside the zoo gardens and, for a small price, you can hire a boat and go out on the lake. The zoo gets very crowded and hot in the afternoon, but the animals are much more active then, so you may want to visit it at this time.

Bangkok is also famous for its shopping and one of the best places I found to shop was Chatuchak Market. It is located opposite Bangkok's old bus terminal and has more than 10,000 stalls. It's open every Saturday and Sunday, from 7 a.m. until late. Some stalls are open for business during the week, but not enough to make the effort to go there, so save your visit for the weekend. I spent a wonderful day there and I found some great bargains.

The food in Bangkok is wonderful and you will find restaurants everywhere. There are also hundreds of people selling food in the street. Street food is delicious and fun to eat. Don't avoid it because you've heard it will make you ill. It's cheap, different to the food you will find in restaurants and surprisingly a lot less likely to make you ill. However, the price of street food in tourist areas is easily 25-100% more expensive than in non-tourist areas.

Finally, let me tell you one thing everyone should do when visiting Bangkok. Everyone should take a ride in one of the small open-air taxis called "tuk-tuk". A tuk-tuk taxi is like a golf cart — it's basically a man riding a motorbike with space in the back for four or five passengers. A ride is a lot of fun as you are in the open air. Also tuk-tuk drivers drive fast and dangerously. One tip, though – decide on a fare with the driver before accepting a ride, because otherwise you may be overcharged.

1. Regarding the weather in Bangkok, the author says

a) it was a nice change.

b) she couldn't get used to it.

c) it made her feel ill at first.

2. The author visited Bangkok because

a) she had heard it was a great place.

b) she found a cheap flight there.

c) she was considering moving there.

3. The author says the Grand Palace

a) is where the royal family lives.

b) has had different uses.

c) isn't open to the public.

4. According to the author, Bangkok Zoo is

a) mainly popular with tourists.

b) inexpensive to visit.

c) best visited at a certain time.

5. When writing about Chatuchak Market, the author gives advice about

a) how to get there.

b) when to visit it.

c) how to get the best bargains.

6. The author suggests that street food

a) isn't any cheaper than restaurant food.

b) should be avoided in non-tourist areas.

c) is much better than many people think.

7. When taking a "tuk-tuk" taxi, the author says it's important to

a) agree on the price before you get in.

b) make sure you are not the only passenger.

c) remember to tip the driver.

3. Прочитайте текст и выберите правильный ответ.

1. Относительно погоды в Бангкоке автор говорит, что

Ответ: it was a nice change. – это было приятное изменение.

2. Автор посетил Бангкок потому, что

Ответ: she had heard it was a great place. – она слышала, что это замечательное место.

3. Автор говорит, что Большой дворец

Ответ: has had different uses. – имел различные назначения.

4. По словам автора, Бангкокский зоопарк

Ответ: best visited at a certain time. – лучше всего посещать в определенное время.

5. Рассказывая о рынке Чатучак, автор дает совет о том,

Ответ: when to visit it. – когда его посещать.

6. Автор предполагает, что уличная еда

Ответ: is much better than many people think. – намного лучше, чем многие люди думают.

7. При поездке на такси «тук-тук» автор говорит, что важно

Ответ: agree on the price before you get in. – договориться о цене, прежде чем сесть.