Номер 2, страница 80, часть 2 - гдз по английскому языку 6 класс учебник Демченко, Севрюкова

2. Would you like to know more about different symbols? Read the text and match the symbol and the picture.

Every country has its own national symbols, which are usually connected with the history and culture of the people who live there. These symbols may or may not appear on the national flag, emblem, or coat of arms (герб / герб).

Many nations have chosen to have an animal, a tree, or a bird as their national symbols, either official or unofficial. For example, the Bald Eagle is the national animal of the United States of America. It became a national symbol on June 20th, 1782. The design of the Bald Eagle holding 13 arrows ['ærəʊz] (стрелы / стрелы), and a 13-leaf olive branch (оливковая ветвь / алійкавая галінка) has always been the same.

Today the Bald Eagle together with the American bison are often seen on souvenirs. They both represent power and strength.

Not all countries prefer to have strong powerful animals to represent their nations. Take, for example, New Zealand. Its national symbol is the kiwi bird, a symbol for the unique wildlife of the country. The name of the bird – kiwi – comes from the language of Maori (local New Zealand people). The connection between kiwis and New Zealand is so strong that often the word ‘kiwi’ is used to talk about the people of New Zealand.

It is a well-known fact that kangaroos are a symbol of Australia. Kangaroos are used as emblems, mascots ['mæskəts] (талисманы / талісманы) and logos of various Australian universities, sports teams and companies. You can find the kangaroo, together with the emu ['i:mju:], on the coat of arms of Australia. But why them and not the koala, wombat or echidna [ɪ'kɪdnə], you may ask? It’s believed the kangaroo and the emu are on the coat of arms because these two animals can’t walk backwards, symbolizing the desire (желание / жаданне) to always move forwards.

In the background of the coat of arms there is the golden wattle. This flower is so important for Australians that they have decided to celebrate Wattle Day on the first day of spring, which is September 1st in Australia. Since this plant can be found in every state, it has become a symbol of national unity.

The maple is another plant which has become a national emblem of Canada because it can be found everywhere there. A maple leaf has been placed on the coat of arms and is used as the centrepiece of the nation’s flag.

2. Хотите узнать больше о различных символах? Прочитайте текст и соотнесите символ с картинкой.

Ответ:

A - Canada

B - Australia

C - The USA

D - New Zealand

Перевод:

A - Канада

B - Австралия

C - США

D - Новая Зеландия