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E) You __________ change the meaning of a sentence by putting the stress on a different word.

а) shall be able b) has to c) might be d) can

F) How was your flight, Mr. White? – ______________________.

G) In some competitions such as the _______________, average car weights of 45 kg

5. Define the type of the business letter below:

W. Jones & Sons, Ltd.

Queen Street, 285

London, E.C.4

10th January 2014

Rossexport

Lomonosova Street, 15

Moscow

Russia

Dear Sirs,

We learn from the Russian Trade Mission that you are producing for export air conditioning and navigation systems for cars.

We are very much interested in your products. We are always looking for good air conditioning and navigation systems for cars to keep our customers happy and to attract new ones. There is a steady demand here for high-class goods of this type.

Will you please send us your catalogues and full details of your export prices and terms of payment. We look forward to hearing form you.

Yours faithfully,

W. Jones.

6.Translate the above business letter into Russian.

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SECTION 11

1. Learn the words and word combinations:

2. Read and translate the text:

DRIVER LICENSING

1. A driver license shows that you have been given permission by the state to drive on public roads. You will receive a license after you have paid the fee, correctly answered questions about the law and safety rules, shown that your physical and mental condition is satisfactory, demonstrated your ability to drive safely, and have no outstanding actions on your driver record.

If you are 18 years old, meet the requirements, and pass the tests, you may be issued a driver license. There is no upper age limit. Persons under 18 may not be employed to drive a motor vehicle. It is against the law to loan your vehicle to an unlicensed person.

If the person is caught driving, your vehicle may be impounded. No person of any age may drive on a highway or in a public parking facility unless the person has a

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license. The law also says that you must not employ, permit, or authorize any person to drive a vehicle on a public street or highway unless the person is licensed to drive that class of vehicle.

2. Your examination for a driver license includes the following:

•A vision test to measure how clearly you see. If you need glasses or corrective contact lenses to pass this test, you should wear them. Your license will be marked to show that you must wear "corrective lenses" while driving.

•A test of traffic laws, road signs, and driving safety rules to find out if you know how to handle your vehicle in keeping with the laws.

•A driving test to show that you can drive safely.

Only you and the examiner may be in the vehicle with you. No animal may be in the vehicle. The examiner will give you directions. You will not be tricked or asked to do anything illegal. At the end of the test, the examiner will give you your score sheet and discuss the results with you.

You may take driver education (classroom training) and driver training (behind- the-wheel) in a state licensed professional driving school. The teaching cars are subject to annual inspection. Instructor must pass qualifying examinations every three years to show proof of education in traffic safety.

If your driver license is lost or damaged you must pay the required fee for a duplicate. Once a duplicate license has been issued the previous license is no longer valid. You must have your driver license with you whenever you drive. You must show it to any police officer who asks to see it.

3. The driving test is your chance to show that you can drive safely. You will be asked to locate the vehicle's headlight switch, windshield wipers, and emergency flashes. You must demonstrate how to use the parking brake and wear your seat belt.

During the test, you must use the vehicle's turn signal lights. The examiner will ask you to back up in a straight line and may ask you to turn the vehicle around on a narrow two-way street, or park on a hill. During the driving test, the examiner will note:

•How you start your vehicle. When leaving the curb, do you use your mirrors, turn your head, and look back for passing cars? Do you signal, and wait until it is safe before entering traffic?

•How you control your vehicle. Do you use the gas pedal, brake, steering wheel, and other controls correctly?

•How you drive in traffic. Do you use the proper lane? Do you signal, change lanes carefully, and follow other vehicles at a safe distance? Do you signal the proper distance before turning? Is your turn too wide or too sharp?

•How you stop. Do you stop smoothly and at the right spot? Can you stop quickly and safely in an emergency?

•How you back up. Do you look over your right shoulder while backing? Do you have complete control of the car?

•How you change your speed to suit the number and speed of cars nearby, the people crossing the street, road conditions, weather, the amount of light, and the distance you can see ahead.

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•How you judge distance. Do you stay a safe distance away from other cars when following or passing? Do you stay a safe distance away from people walking or riding on the road?

•How you respect the rights of others. Are you courteous to other drivers and pedestrians?

A driving test may be required as part of any driver license examination.

3.Continue the sentences:

1.A driver license shows…

2.You will receive a license after…

3.There is no…

4.Persons under 18…

5.The law also says that…

6.Your examination for a driver license includes..

7.The examiner will give…

8.You may take…

9.You must have…

10.The driving test is…

11.You will be asked to…

12.You must demonstrate…

13.During the test,…

14.A driving test may be…

4.Put ten general questions to the text and give short answers to them.

5.Write down the key words of the text.

6.Write a summary in English on the topics below:

а) During the Driving Test

b) Basic Driver License Information

c)Examination for a Driver License

7.Choose the right variants and fill in the gaps:

A) High ____________ may provide a strong incentive for consumers to purchase lighter, smaller, more fuel-efficient cars, or to not drive.

B) What ended the plague, but also destroyed much of the city in 1666?

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C) A complete understanding of all terms by both parties prior to the signing of the contract and starting of the work _______ later misunderstanding and difficulties.

9. Fill in the gap in the telephone dialogue choosing the proper reply:

A.– Reservations, may I help you?

B.– Yes, please. What do you have available for next week, from the 20th to the 25th?

A.–_________________________.

B.– Yes, I would like to make a reservation for a single room.

a)Do you have a room service?

b)I would like a non-stop flight.

c)Will this be for you?

d)Do you have any luggage?

10. Define the type of the business letter below:

We have pleasure in inviting you to our annual conference. It will take place at the Sheraton Hotel, Glasgow from 15 to 18 April. We enclose details of the conference, accommodation arrangements and a provisional program.

We would appreciate it if you could confirm your participation at a suitable time. Yours sincerely,

J. Cooper Conference Organizer

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