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1. A young soldier was making his first parachute jumpA young soldier was making his first parachute jump. The corporal explained the procedure «You count to ten and pull the first ripcord. If the chute doesn’t open, pull the second. That should do it. Then, after you land, there’ll be a truck waiting to pick you up.» The soldier checked his gear, called out ... Читать далее...
2. Перевод слова unluckyUnlucky — несчастливый Перевод слова He is always unlucky at cards — ему всегда не везет в карты unlucky omen — зловещее предзнаменование unlucky in love — неудачливый в любви at an unlucky moment — не в добрый час The Unlucky wight is doomed to speedy death. Несчастный обречен на скорую смерть. The sword was ... Читать далее...
3. A lost skillThis preacher was looking for a good used lawnmower one day. He found one at a yard sale that Little Johnny happened to be manning. «This mower work, son?» the preacher asked. Little Johnny said, «Sure does — just pull on the cord hard, though.» The preacher took the mower home and when he got ... Читать далее...
4. OscarТопик Оскар рассказывает о премии Американской академии кинематографических искусств и наук, с 1940-х годов известной как «Оскар» и традиционно вручающейся деятелям киноискусства за их вклад в создание кинофильмов. Церемония награждения проводится ежегодно в Лос-Анджелесе и транслируется в прямом эфире в десятках стран мира. Это одна из старейших ныне действующих и наиболее престижных кинопремий в мире. ... Читать далее...
5. Oscar Wilde (2)Oscar Wilde was born in Dublin on October 16, 1854. His father was a famous Irish surgeon. His mother was well known in Dublin as a writer of verse and prose. At school, and later at Oxford, Oscar displayed gift for art and the humanities. While at the university, Wilde became one of the most ... Читать далее...
6. Oscar WildeOscar Wilde is one of the most interesting representatives of British literature. He was born in 1856 in Irish family. His father was an optician, an author of some books on Irish folklore. His mother was a poetess and was well-known in aristocratic society. After graduating from Oxford University Wilde delivered lectures on ethics and ... Читать далее...
7. Cheating on a TestOscar: What are you doing? Elena: I’m getting ready for the test. Oscar: By writing the answers on a cheat sheet? You’re not going To get away with That. Elena: I got a “D” on the last test and I have to do better on this one. If I don’t get at least a “B,” ... Читать далее...
8. Oscar Wilde — Оскар УайльдOscar Wilde Oscar Wilde is a famous English writer of the 19th century, Oscar Wilde was born in Dublin, Ireland, in 1854. His mother wrote poetry, and she taught him to love literature. He was educated at Trinity College, Dublin and Magdalen College, Oxford. Soon after leaving university his first volume of poetry, «Patience» was ... Читать далее...
9. A company in the Foreign Legion had spent three yearsA company in the Foreign Legion had spent three years in the Sahara desert never having seen a woman. They finally decide to send one private on vacation to the nearest town to spend some time with a woman and tell them all about it. After a week the private comes back all happy and ... Читать далее...
10. Перевод слова airplaneAirplane — самолет, аэроплан Перевод слова Airplane ambulance — санитарный самолет airplane luggage — чемоданы, сумки для авиапутешествий airplane is airborne — самолет находится в воздухе The Airplane landed to refuel. Самолет приземлился для дозаправки. An Airplane droned overhead. Самолет гудел над головой. Происхождение слова airplane Образовано от двух слов:...
11. Problems Getting Along With FamilyOscar: So you’re back from your mother’s birthday dinner. How was it? Priscilla: Same old, same old. It isn’t a family gathering without a major Meltdown or Blowup. Oscar: Yikes, what happened? Priscilla: You know how it is. It starts out with Bickering and somebody Taking offense at some Slight or Dig, or bringing up ... Читать далее...
12. Nicolas Cage on Turning Down ‘Dumb & Dumber,’ Winning Another Oscar and the Movie that Made Him Change His NameWhile promoting «Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengence,» the actor discussed his former friendship with Jim Carrey, and why he hated making «Fast Times At Ridgemont High.» Nicolas Cage may be known for his tough-guy roles in action films like Face/Off, Gone in Sixty Seconds and National Treasure. But, if things had gone differently, he may ... Читать далее...
13. A fellow, who had spent his whole life in the desertA fellow, who had spent his whole life in the desert, comes to visit a friend. He’d never seen a train or the tracks they run on. While standing in the middle of the railroad tracks one day, he hears this whistle — Whooee da Whoee! — but doesn’t know what it is. Predictably, he’s ... Читать далее...
14. Как я провел лето/ How I spent my summer holidaysНа английском языке Перевод на русский язык How I spent my summer holidays Как я провел лето My name is Andrey. I’m twelve years old. My favourite season is summer. My holidays began and it’s not necessary to wake up early and go to school. In June of this year I had a rest in ... Читать далее...
15. Writing One’s MemoirsOscar: We’re Thrilled that you’ll be Publishing your Memoir with our company. You’ve had such an interesting life. I’m sure you’ll have lots of Titillating stories to tell. Liz: Well, my memoir will certainly have a lot of stories about my career: the people I’ve worked with and the kindness I’ve encountered in this Industry. ... Читать далее...
16. Reading Online ReviewsMarisa: When we go to our favorite vacation Spot in two months, let’s stay at a different hotel. Oscar: I like the hotel we always stay at. It’s in a Convenient location and we’re already familiar with it. Marisa: That’s just it. It’s Tried and true, but there’s no Novelty and excitement in staying in ... Читать далее...
17. Mega Millions Winners Might Not Be So Lucky: Jack Whittaker and More Unlucky Lotto WinnersAre you bummed that you didn’t win the $640 million Mega Millions jackpot? Don’t be-it turns out winning the lottery can often be a terrible curse. From Jack Whittaker, who says he wishes’we had torn the ticket up,’ to Evelyn Adams, who won twice and gambled it all away, The Daily Beast rounds up the ... Читать далее...
18. Перевод слова emergeEmerge — появляться, возникать, выбраться Перевод слова The submarine emerged — подводная лодка всплыла the sun emerged from the clouds — солнце вышло из-за облаков to emerge unscathed — выйти сухим из воды to emerge from poverty — выйти из нищеты Eventually the truth Emerged. В конце концов правда всплыла наружу. What results Emerged from ... Читать далее...
19. A dangerous animalThe preacher was wired for sound with a lapel mike, and as he preached, he moved briskly about the platform, jerking the mike cord as he went. Then he moved to one side, getting wound up in the cord and nearly tripping before jerking it again. After several circles and jerks, a little girl in ... Читать далее...
20. How I spent my summer holidaysВ топике Как я провел мои летние каникулы — я рассказываю о том, как я отдыхаю в летние месяцы. Мои родители любят посещать зарубежные страны, а мне тоже интересно посмотреть новые места. Этим летом мы были в Турции, затем навестили бабушку и дедушку в Украине. Обычно мы отдыхаем в Крыму, в Балаклаве, и я всегда ... Читать далее...
21. Being a Divorced ParentOscar: How are you adjusting to being a Single parent? Penny: It hasn’t been easy, but Paul and I are trying to be as Civil as possible. We worked out Joint custody so that Mina will get Quality time with both of us. Still, it’s been an Adjustment for her. Oscar: I’m sure, and for ... Читать далее...
22. Retiring From a JobMeredith: Are you going to Stanley’s Retirement party? Oscar: Sure, I want a Glimpse of the future. I can’t wait To retire. Meredith: It’ll be a long time before you get the Golden handshake. Me? I may be ready for Early retirement. Oscar: Are you seriously thinking about taking the early retirement Package the company ... Читать далее...
23. Значение идиомы first class[first class] {n.} 1. The first rank; the highest class; the bestgroup. The pianist was quite good but he was not in the firstclass. 2. The most expensive or comfortable class of travel; the bestor one of the best groups in which to travel, especially by ship, train, or airplane. Most people can’t afford the ... Читать далее...
24. Как я провел выходные/ How I Spent My WeekendНа английском языке Перевод на русский язык How I Spent My Weekend Как я провел выходные Weekend is something that I really look forward to after six busy days at school. I think, every person, whether an adult or a child, cannot work all the time and needs time for rest. That’s why weekends are ... Читать далее...
25. Как я провел зимние каникулы/ How I Spent Winter HolidaysНа английском языке Перевод на русский язык How I Spent Winter Holidays Как я провел зимние каникулы All schoolchildren look forward to having long holidays and I’m no exception. My favourite holidays are in summer and winter. Perhaps, winter holidays are even better, because it’s also the time for Christmas and New Year celebrations. Everyone ... Читать далее...
26. Диалог на английском языке с переводом «Как я провел лето (How I Spent My Summer)»По-английски Перевод на русский Sarah: Leslie, hi. How are you? Сара: Лесли, привет. Как дела? Leslie: Hi, Sarah. I’m fine, thank you. And you? Лесли: Привет, Сара. У меня все хорошо, спасибо. А как ты? Sarah: I’m happy to be at school again. How was your summer? Сара: Я счастлива вновь быть в школе. Как ... Читать далее...
27. Как я провел лето/ How I Spent My SummerКак я провел лето How I Spent My Summer Лето, пожалуй, самое любимое время года каждого человека, и не только из-за целебных лучей солнца, но и потому что на это время приходятся самые длинные каникулы. Многие люди планируют эти каникулы заранее, чтобы продуктивнее их провести. Я тоже придерживаюсь такой стратегии. Прошлым летом всей семьей мы ... Читать далее...
28. Being Tidy and MessyCarole: It is Beyond me how you and Oscar can be Roommates. You’re very Tidy and he’s, well, a Slob. Felix: It’s not always easy, but we’re Making it work. Carole: Isn’t Oscar really Messy all the time? Whenever I see him, his clothes are Rumpled and his hair is Unkempt. Felix: His room is ... Читать далее...
29. Как я провела лето/ How I Spent SummerНа английском языке Перевод на русский язык How I Spent Summer Как я провела лето For a number of reasons summer is my favourite time of the year. First of all, it’s the time of the longest holidays. Secondly, I love sunny weather and travelling. And, thirdly, my birthday is in August. That’s why each ... Читать далее...
30. Топик «Как я провел выходные» (How I spent my last weekend)My last weekend was one of the most enjoyable ones. My weekdays are usually monotonous and hard, so I always long for Saturdays and Sundays. Unfortunately my weekend is too short, that is why I do my best to make it really exciting. Nothing extraordinary happened last Saturday because I was at school till 2 ... Читать далее...
31. Как я провел летние каникулы/ How I Spent My Summer HolidaysНа английском языке Перевод на русский язык How I Spent My Summer Holidays Как я провел летние каникулы For most people summer is the best season of the year. That’s because they can go to the seaside, swim and sunbathe there, do the shopping for souvenirs, go out with friends. In that sense, I’m no ... Читать далее...
32. Значение идиомы third class[third class] {n.} 1. The third best or highest group; the classnext after the second class. Mary won the pie-making contest in thethird class, for the youngest girls. 2. Mail that is printed, otherthan magazines and newspapers that are published regularly, andpackages that are not sealed and weigh less than a pound. Thecompany uses third ... Читать далее...
33. Understanding Interest RatesKerry: I need to take out a small business loan and I’m trying to figure out what the Interest rate would be. Do you understand this stuff? Oscar: If it’s the same as a Mortgage loan, then I think I understand it In general terms. The interest rate would be the percentage of the amount ... Читать далее...
34. Значение идиомы pull out[pull out] {v. phr.} 1. To withdraw; leave unceremoniously. Thedefeated army hastily pulled out of the occupied territories. 2. Toleave. The train pulled out of Grand CentralStation just as the foreign students got there. 3. To remove byorder; evacuate. Napoleon pulled his beaten troops out of Russia....
35. Фразовые глаголы с «PULL»Pull round — поправляться He was just beginning to pull round after his operation. Pull away — выделяться, отрываться от лидера Sullivan pulled away in the final lap. Pull back — отступать Our tank forces pulled back to regroup. Pull off — отходить, отъезжать If you’re feeling sleepy, pull off the road immediately and have ... Читать далее...
36. Why English is toughTwenty-one reasons why English is hard to learn. 1. The bandage was wound around the wound. 2. The farm was used to produce produce. 3. The dump was so full it had to refuse more refuse. 4. We must polish the Polish furniture. 5. He could lead if he would get the lead out. 6. ... Читать далее...
37. «Как я провел лето» (How I spent my summer vacations)Summer vacations are the best period to relax and spend the time with your family and friends. And I always look forward to them every year. I would like to tell you about my past summer vacations. I must say that this summer was really wonderful. The weather was fantastic. It looked like summer, it ... Читать далее...
38. A closer callThe Pilots One day at a busy airport, the passengers on a commercial airliner are seated, waiting for the cockpit crew to show up so they can get under way. The pilot and co pilot finally appear in the rear of the plane, and begin walking up to the cockpit through the center aisle. Both ... Читать далее...
39. Перевод слова spendSpend — тратить, расходовать Перевод слова To spend one’s force — растратить силу to spend with a free hand — швыряться деньгами to spend a honeymoon — проводить медовый месяц I Spent $30 on his birthday gift. Я потратил $30 на подарок ко дню его рождения. The storm finally Spent itself. Шторм наконец затих. How ... Читать далее...
40. Course evaluation resultsThese are actual student evaulation comments taken from an MIT course evaluation guide in the fall semester of 1991. «This class was a religious experience for me… I had to take it all on faith.» «Text makes a satisfying ‘thud’ when dropped on the floor.» «The class is worthwhile because I need it for the ... Читать далее...