Unite 7. Ukraine. Kyiv
Lessons 2-3.
1. a) Listen and repeat the names of places of interest in Kyiv.
– St. Sophia’s Cathedral – Independence Square – the Kyiv-Pecherska Lavra – Khreshchatyk Street – Andriyivskiy Uzviz (Descent) – the Golden Gate – the House with Chimeras – Mariyinskiy Palace – St. Andrew’s Church –
B) Look at the photos on pages 140-141. Which is a square? a palace? a cathedral? a museum? Match the photos (1-9) to the list of landmarks given above.
2. Work in pairs. Talk about the photos to Ex. 1.
Examples.
1.
A: Have you ever been to Kyiv?
B: Yes, I have. Which tourist attractions have you visited?
A: I have seen the Golden Gate and St. Sophia’s Cathedral.
2.
A: Have you ever been to Kyiv?
B: No,
3. Listen, read and say what places in Kyiv you have already visited or would like to visit.
A Trip Around Kyiv
Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, is on the Dnipro River. The city is more than 1500 years old. The main street of the capital is Khreshchatyk Street. Independence Square is at the northern end of Khreshchatyk Street. It is the most popular place for national celebrations and holiday events.
The historical heart of the city is Podil. All the visitors who come here admire St. Andrew’s Church. Andriyivskiy Uzviz (Descent) is very popular with tourists. It is the best place to buy Ukrainian souvenirs and art and crafts.
St. Sophia’s Cathedral is famous for its beautiful mosaics and frescoes.
The Golden Gate is another monument from the 11th century. It was built during the time of Yaroslav the Wise and it served as the main entrance to the city.
Kyiv
4. Read and match.
1. St. Andrew’s Church
2. St. Sophia’s Cathedral
3. The Golden Gate
4. Andriyivskiy Uzviz
A) unique exhibits telling the history of Ukraine
B) beautiful mosaics and frescoes
C) splendid design, carved ornamentation, sculpture
D) the best place to buy souvenirs
E) served as the main entrance to the city
Conversation Lab
5. Work in pairs. Look at the pictures to Ex. 1 on page 140 and talk about the places to visit in Kyiv.
Example:
A: What are you going to do this weekend?
В: I am going on an excursion. I think that Andriyivskiy Uzviz is a nice place to visit. It is very popular with tourists. Will you join me?
A: With great pleasure.
6. Your English-speaking friend is going to visit Ukraine in summer. Write a letter to him I her. In your letter:
– say that you’ll be glad to meet your friend in Ukraine;
– write about the sights of Kyiv, the capital city;
– write about the places to visit in your native town.
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