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London

London is the capital of Great Britain. The full name of the country is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. London is an ancient city. It grew up around the first point where the Roman invaders found the Thames narrow enough to build a bridge. They found a small Celtic settlement then known as Londinium and by A.D. 300 (к 300 г.н.э.) they had turned it into a sizeable port and an important trading center.

Over 8 million people live in London. It is the home of the nation’s commerce and finance, the main center of its legal system and the press. It has the largest university and the greatest possibilities for entertainment and for sport in the country. London is one of the most famous capital cities of the world, and every year it attracts crowds of visitors from home and abroad. They come to explore its historic buildings, to see its museums and galleries, its streets and parks, and its people.

London is a city of great contrasts. The heart of London is the City, its commercial and business centre. Here is situated the Tower of London that comes first among the historic buildings of the city. St. Paul’s Cathedral, the greatest of English churches, is situated not far from the Tower. Not far away is Westminster. Many English sovereigns, outstanding statesmen, painters and poets are buried here. Walking around London you can also see and admire Westminster Palace, Trafalgar Square, the British museum and many other places of the city.

1. What is London?

2. When was London founded?

3. Who turned London into a sizeable port and an important trading center?

4. Why is London one of the most famous capital cities of the world?

5. What is the heart of London?

6. Where is the Tower of London situated?

7. Where are outstanding statesmen, sovereigns, painters and poets buried?

2. Translate the words from the text:

1. древний; 2. завоеватели; 3. поселение; 4. узкий; 5. большой порт; 6. юридический; 7. развлечение, отдых; 8. привлекать; 9. исследовать; 10. восхищаться.