Номер 4, страница 26, часть 2 - гдз по английскому языку 10 класс учебник Демченко, Юхнель

4. a. The “Strana Mini” Museum displays about 30 exhibits showing architectural monuments of Belarus, both the existing ones and those that have already disappeared. Imagine you are helping the Museum. Work in four groups. Get a card from your teacher. Use the clues to give a short description of the building to prove that it is part of our heritage.

b. Work in groups of 4. Share your descriptions. Rank the buildings in the order they should appear on the display of the museum starting with the most important one. Explain your choice.

Student B (for ex. 4a, p. 20)

1. Westminster Abbey isn’t officially an “abbey” and it belongs to the monarch, not to the Church of England. The majestic Gothic structure is one of the most important historical places in London. It is a (2. ...) building and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

2. Though the royal church marked its 900^th anniversary in 1965, the current building dates back to the 13^th century when it replaced the old church. The design and the plan were strongly influenced by (4. ...). Over the centuries several additions have been made. The Lady Chapel with its stunning ceiling was added in 1519. The western towers completed in 1745 gave the Abbey its easily recognisable facade [fəˈsɑːd]. The latest addition, the seven-storey glass Weston Tower, was opened to the public in (6. ...). The Abbey was heavily damaged during World War II but restored to its former glory soon after the war.

3. The Weston Tower was commissioned in 2013 to provide access to the new exhibition spaces that are 16 metres above the Abbey’s floor. The new museum not only shows a priceless collection of historical objects but also provides breathtaking views across the Abbey. The tower constructed on a small patch of land called the Poet’s Yard has a lift and a spiral staircase and is connected to the building by a bridge. The style of the star-shaped tower is described (8. ...).

4. Westminster Abbey has been the coronation church for the British Monarch since the 11^th century. It is also the venue for some royal weddings and funerals as well as other state occasions. Many British kings and queens and other outstanding Britons are also buried or commemorated there. More than 100 poets and writers are buried or have memorials in (10. ...). The Tomb of the Unknown Warrior, which pays homage to all the British who died in the wars, is just inside the great west door.

5. Its importance to British history and society has been formally noted, with the building given UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 1987. You are surrounded by history at the Abbey, not like in a museum where it is displayed, but here you are standing where history has happened. Little wonder it is an iconic spot that attracts (12. ...) visitors each year.

Ответ:

1. Westminster Abbey isn’t officially an “abbey” and it belongs to the monarch, not to the Church of England. The majestic Gothic structure is one of the most important historical places in London. It is a (2. Gothic) building and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

2. Though the royal church marked its 900^th anniversary in 1965, the current building dates back to the 13^th century when it replaced the old church. The design and the plan were strongly influenced by (4. French Gothic architecture). Over the centuries several additions have been made. The Lady Chapel with its stunning ceiling was added in 1519. The western towers completed in 1745 gave the Abbey its easily recognisable facade [fə'sɑ:d]. The latest addition, the seven-storey glass Weston Tower, was opened to the public in (6. 2018). The Abbey was heavily damaged during World War II but restored to its former glory soon after the war.

3. The Weston Tower was commissioned in 2013 to provide access to the new exhibition spaces that are 16 metres above the Abbey’s floor. The new museum not only shows a priceless collection of historical objects but also provides breathtaking views across the Abbey. The tower constructed on a small patch of land called the Poet’s Yard has a lift and a spiral staircase and is connected to the building by a bridge. The style of the star-shaped tower is described (8. as modern).

4. Westminster Abbey has been the coronation church for the British Monarch since the 11^th century. It is also the venue for some royal weddings and funerals as well as other state occasions. Many British kings and queens and other outstanding Britons are also buried or commemorated there. More than 100 poets and writers are buried or have memorials in (10. Poets' Corner). The Tomb of the Unknown Warrior, which pays homage to all the British who died in the wars, is just inside the great west door.

5. Its importance to British history and society has been formally noted, with the building given UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 1987. You are surrounded by history at the Abbey, not like in a museum where it is displayed, but here you are standing where history has happened. Little wonder it is an iconic spot that attracts (12. millions of) visitors each year.

Перевод:

1. Вестминстерское аббатство официально не является «аббатством» и принадлежит монарху, а не Англиканской церкви. Это величественное готическое сооружение — одно из важнейших исторических мест в Лондоне. Это (2. готическое) здание и объект Всемирного наследия ЮНЕСКО.

2. Хотя в 1965 году королевская церковь отметила свое 900-летие, нынешнее здание датируется 13-м веком, когда оно пришло на смену старой церкви. На дизайн и план сильное влияние оказала (4. французская готическая архитектура). За столетия было сделано несколько пристроек. Часовня Богоматери с ее потрясающим потолком была добавлена в 1519 году. Западные башни, завершенные в 1745 году, придали аббатству его легко узнаваемый фасад [fə'sɑ:d]. Последнее дополнение, семиэтажная стеклянная башня Уэстон, была открыта для публики в (6. 2018) году. Аббатство сильно пострадало во время Второй мировой войны, но вскоре после войны было восстановлено в былом великолепии.

3. Башня Уэстон была заказана в 2013 году для обеспечения доступа к новым выставочным пространствам, которые находятся на 16 метров выше пола аббатства. Новый музей не только демонстрирует бесценную коллекцию исторических объектов, но и предлагает захватывающие виды на аббатство. Башня, построенная на небольшом участке земли под названием Двор поэтов, имеет лифт и винтовую лестницу и соединена со зданием мостом. Стиль башни в форме звезды описывается (8. как современный).

4. Вестминстерское аббатство является коронационной церковью британского монарха с 11-го века. Здесь также проводятся некоторые королевские свадьбы и похороны, а также другие государственные мероприятия. Многие британские короли и королевы и другие выдающиеся британцы также похоронены или увековечены там. Более 100 поэтов и писателей похоронены или имеют мемориалы в (10. Уголке поэтов). Могила Неизвестного воина, которая отдает дань уважения всем британцам, погибшим на войнах, находится сразу за большой западной дверью.

5. Его важность для британской истории и общества была официально отмечена, когда в 1987 году зданию был присвоен статус объекта Всемирного наследия ЮНЕСКО. Вы окружены историей в аббатстве, не так, как в музее, где она выставлена, а здесь вы стоите там, где история вершилась. Неудивительно, что это знаковое место, которое ежегодно привлекает (12. миллионы) посетителей.