Wordlist
Study the key words for the unit. These words are used in the text and exercises
of the unit.
1. inspiring – вдохновляющий
2. laid-back – спокойный,
неторопливый
3. to threaten – угрожать
4. to ruin – разрушать
5. journey – поездка
6. to assess – оценивать
7. to reduce – сокращать, уменьшать
8. mishap – казус, неприятное
происшествие
9. to suffice – быть достаточным,
хватать
10. to stroll – прогуливаться, бродить
11. to involve – вовлекать,
предполагать, подразумевать
12. diverse – разнообразный,
многообразный
13. to hitchhike – голосовать на
дороге
14. valid – действующий, имеющий
законную силу
15. to arrange – уславливаться,
договариваться
16. to ensure – обеспечивать;
гарантировать
17. to retain – помнить, держать в
голове
18. insurance – страхование
19. in advance – заранее,
заблаговременно
20. trustworthy – заслуживающий
доверия, надёжный
26. to maintain – сохранять
27. to head for somewhere –
направляться куда-то
28. to indulge in – не отказать себе (в
удовольствии); потворствовать,
потакать
29. stag party - холостяцкая
вечеринка
30. to fall victim to something – пасть
жертвой чего-то
31. to leave something unattended –
оставлять что-то без внимания или
без присмотра
32. to notice – замечать
33. to nestle – уютно, удобно
устроиться; угнездиться,
примоститься
34. cliff - скала
35. influx – наплыв, приток
36. to pour – наливать
37. long-term – долгосрочный
38. spot – место
39. destination – место назначение
40. itinerary – маршрут
41. stunning – потрясающий,
великолепный
42. beckoning – манящий,
притягивающий
43. local cuisine – местная кухня,
местные блюда
44. delectable – восхитительный
45. off-season (shoulder season) –
несезонное время, не в разгар сезона
21. accommodation – жильё
22. to track – отслеживать
23. to make an effort – прилагать
усилия
24. dramatically – резко, кардинально 49. at an affordable price – по
25. to be renowned for something –
славиться, быть известным,
знаменитым благодаря чему-то
Study the key words for the unit. These words are used in the text and exercises
of the unit.
1. society – общество
2. heritage – наследие
3. sensible – разумный,
рациональный
4. polite - вежливый
5. to perceive - воспринимать
6. custom – обычай
7. similarly – аналогично
8. to be erased – исчезнуть
9. deceit – обман
10. relationship – взаимоотношения
11. ghost- привидение, призрак
12. to survive – выжить
13. grave – могила
14. to leave this earth – уйти из
жизни, оставить этот мир
15. superstitious – суеверный
16. appointed time – назначенное
время
17. to require – требовать
18. ties – узы, связи, отношения
46. moderate – умеренный,
сдержанный
47. landmark – здание исторического
значения; архитектурный памятник
48. bucket list – список желаний,
которые нужно реализовать до ухода
из жизни
приемлемой цене
50. hen party – девичник, женская
вечеринка
26. innocence – наивность,
невинность
27. purity – чистота
28. thorn – шип
29. funeral – похороны
30. handkerchief – носовой платок
31. umbrella – зонт
32. a subtle hint – тонкий намёк
33. unfaithful – неверный, предавший
34. insult –скорбление, унижение
35. to foster – укреплять,
стимулировать, способствовать
36. to be eager – стремиться, страстно
желать
37. greedy – жадный
38. acceptable - приемлемый
39. punctuality – пунктуальность
40. to apologize to smb. for smth. –
извиняться перед кем-то за что-то
41. to clink your glasses – поднять
бокалы, чокаться
42. to consider – рассматривать,
считать
43. offended – обиженный,

19. to toss – бросать жребий
20. customary – обычный,
привычный
21. to insist on – настаивать
22. counterpart – коллега
23. favorable – излюбленный,
предпочтительный
24. to relieve stress – снимать стресс
25. to be alarmed - быть
встревоженным, волноваться
Reading
оскорблённый
44. to reciprocate – отвечать
взаимностью, отплатить той же
монетой
45. to go Dutch – платить каждому
самому за себя
46. to socialize - общаться
47. to witness – быть свидетелем;
witness – свидетель, очевидец
48.to spell – произносить по буквам
49. host – хозяин
50. occasion – особый случай,
торжество, мероприятие
Task 1. Study the text and choose the correct answer according to the text.

Smart Travelling Around the World: Tips for Avoiding Mishaps

Everyone knows that travelling around the world is an inspiring experience
broadening a human mind but the road does not tell the traveler what lies ahead
because there are many hazards threatening to ruin your journey or trip. Smart
travelers will always take the time to assess and reduce all the risks. Fortunately,
there are key tips on how to avoid mishaps and misfortunes to stay safe and secure.
So, if you want to be a smart traveler, read on!

Sort Your Paperwork Properly

First of all, you should sort any relevant papers before you even pack your
suitcases and backpacks. Preparation for your trip or journey involves checking
that your foreign passport is valid. If you are going to travel for the first time, get
in touch with the tourist agents to arrange and ensure the right visa documents.
Make copies of all your travel tickets and keep them in waterproof bags, and
ensure to retain all the necessary insurance papers that you need in the case of
accidents during your trip or journey.

Always Have a Plan in Advance

All experienced travelers say that planning key points of your travel in advance is
necessary for your safety and the security of the nearest and dearest. So, you
should arrange trustworthy transport and find comfortable but necessarily
expensive accommodation to avoid facing the danger when getting to your
destination. Both women and men should keep in mind that ordering reliable taxi
service online is safer than hitchhiking a random car on an unknown road in an
unknown place. Thus, take your time to choose which places and sights you're
going to visit, and share your ideas with a family member or friends who can track
your movements.

Socialize Carefully
Good planning ensures safe socializing, so do not put your life and security at risk,
especially when heading for a bar or nightclub where there is the risk of temptation
to indulge in hard drinks and cocktails or even drugs. It is a really good idea to
have someone responsible who has a cool head but a warm heart among your
friends. If you are traveling alone, it is best not to visit the above-mentioned
locations as you can easily fall victim to an awkward situation. Always observe the
bartender in hotels, restaurants, cafes, bars, and other public places pouring your
beverage directly from the bottle they use for other customers. When you are on
the dancefloor, avoid leaving your beverage unattended because this will make it
impossible for anyone to slip something in without you noticing. Get acquainted
with new people in crowded locations and never get in a car with anyone you've
just met for the first time.

When you travel abroad, you should know local customs, traditions, and basic
phrases in a local language. If you know local language and traditions, it will make
you closer to the folk and can help you avoid some dangers and awkward
situations.

Reading Comprehension

Questions:

1. Before packing your bags you should ensure that you ______________.
a. have taken the waterproof clothes;
b. have taken the necessary medicine;
c. have sorted all significant papers;
d. have taken an invalid passport.

2. You may need to ___________ during your journey or trip?

a. ask locals for directions;
b. keep some insurance information in mind;
c. wait for your flight to be announced;
d. run along the runway if you are late.

3. You should ____________ because it may be risky.

a. hitch-hike;
b. arrange everything in advance (for example, hotel, plane tickets);
c. get into a car belonging to a stranger;
d. accept beverage from all the people you have just met.

4. You may _____________ to an awkward position while you are in night clubs
mixing with strangers.
a. fall a witness;
b. fall an evidence;
c. fall a blame;
d. fall a victim.

5. When you are in bar or night club, be careful of somebody ____________

without you noticing.
a. slipping something in your glass;
b. stealing your possessions;
c. threatening you by weapon;
d. blackmailing you.

6. Don’t leave your ____________ otherwise some forbidden substances may

penetrate into it.
a. documents neglected;
b. suitcase unwatched;
c. money unobserved;
d. beverage unattended.
7. Getting in touch with your _____________ will help you to arrange the right
documents.
a. judge;
b. insurance cover;
c. lawyer;
d. estate agent.

8. Keep your relatives and friends update so that they can _________ your
movements.
a. track;
b. observed;
c. monitoring;
d. attend.

9. If you appoint someone a responsible person while you are unwinding in a

bar or night club, this person shouldn’t ___________ in hard drinks.
a. forbid;
b. indulge;
c. prohibit;
d. prevent.

10. You should ____________ risks and dangers that threaten to destroy your
journey or trip.
a. reduction,
b. increase;
c. assess;
d. evaluated.

Video
Watch a video about Top 10 most stunning cities in Europe by following the
link below https://cutt.ly/ZNbruym and choose the correct answers according
to the information provided in the video.

1. You should include a visit to the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre in your
__________.
a. ways;
b. roads;
c. destinations;
d. itinerary.

2. Barcelona is ____________ for the stunning works of Antonia Gaudi

throughout the city.
a. renowned;
b. glorify;
c. fame;
d. glory.

3. Barcelona features ___________ winters.

a. hot
b. freezing
c. moderate
d. mildly

4. Santorini is considered to be one of Greece’s most __________ islands with

villages __________ on white-washed ________.
a. delectable, locate, destination;
b. magnificence, situate, mountains;
c. beckoned, located, spot;
d. stunning, nestled, cliffs.
5. Rome is well-known for its ancient ruins, historical sites and _________ while
London can offer not only historical sites but also a __________ range of
activities like a Warner Bros. Studio Tour.
a. monument, variety;
b. mishaps, different;
c. landmarks, diverse;
d. cliff, narrow.

6. The Colosseum is located in the Eternal City making it a marvelous must-see

__________ on any tourist’s _____________.
a. spots, desire list;
b. destination, bucket list;
c. landmarks, wishes list;
d. place, sack list.

7. If you want to avoid the crowds and enjoy the pleasant weather, the best time to
travel to Rome is during the ____________. Summer in Venice is also
unengoyable because of the ________ of tourists.
a. shoulder season, influx;
b. out-season, influence;
c. bottom season, flow;
d. time off, arrive.

8. When travelling around Budapest, you can taste ___________ all at

____________.
a. beverage, any prices;
b. kitchen, high prices;
c. meals, a prohibitive price
d. local cuisine, an affordable price.
9. Prague is glorified for its ____________ atmosphere as well as ____________
parties.
a. relax, chicken and cock;
b. unwind, hen and cock;
c. laid-back, hen and stag;
d. relaxed, animal.

10. As Dubrovnik is a small city, three days will ___________ to see the highlights
including Game of Thrones’ King’s Landing filming location.
a. enough;
b. suffice;
c. inspiring;
d. diverse.
 Reading
Task 2. Study the text and choose the correct answer according to the text.

The countries you visit, the customs you find

All smart and experienced travellers know and follow customs and traditions
around the world. Like language, cultural traditions identify countries’ and nations’
heritages. Thus, when travelling around the world, you should not consider that
what is found to be sensible and polite in your country can be perceived similarly
in another. Not to be considered impolite or rude when you’re visiting another
country, read the list of some unique cultural traditions and customs around the
world.
1.     Choose the flowers you will present to Russian friends
When you are in Russia, be careful of the flowers you give to women colleagues
and friends. Avoid giving yellow flowers as they represent a split-up of a
relationship, betrayal or deceit. Red carnations are usually given to veterans who
survived the war and put on the graves of those who have left this earth. Think
twice when you choose a bouquet for your Russian friends or colleagues.
2.     Gift-giving for Chinese friends
Despite globalization, the cultural traditions of the Chinese have not been erased
because their cultural customs were developed for millennia and handed down
from generation to generation. You should remember that the vast majority of the
Chinese are superstitious and avoid giving white flowers to your Chinese friends
because they symbolize ghosts and death. However, in many European countries,
white flowers are associated with innocence and purity and they are given to young
girls at weddings. You should also avoid flowers with thorny stems.
Other things that are not acceptable as gifts for the Chinese include:
 Clock or watch. Its name in Chinese is associated with a funeral procession
because it means that time is running out, or life and relationships can come to an
end.
 Handkerchief. In Chinese, it sounds similarly to a farewell greeting.
 Umbrella. Presenting your Chinese friend with an umbrella is thought to be a
subtle hint of ending a relationship.
 Presents that come in sets of four. The number 4 is connected with death.
 Straw sandals, shoes. It also means that you want to go your separate ways.
 Green hat. It means that the wife is unfaithful.
3.     Don’t ask for salt when having dinner in Egypt
In many European countries, it is acceptable to ask for salt to add to your food.
However, if you are having dinner with friends in Egypt, avoid asking for salt. It
will be perceived as an insult to the host, as Egyptians may think that you are not
satisfied with the taste of the meal you are eating now.
4.     A question of being punctual
The attitude to time perception differs in various countries. In Venezuela, it is
acceptable to arrive about 10 to 15 minutes late for a dinner party or meeting.
Being early for the Venezuelans denotes that the person is either eager or
greedy. Americans are stricter if it comes to punctuality, just like the Germans,
South Koreans, and the Japanese. It’s astonishing how being five minutes late
(which can actually extend to 60 minutes) in Malaysia is found to be suitable,
and you do not have to apologize, too. It is not necessary to on time in Morocco –
you are allowed to be late for an hour or an entire day! At the same time, Mexicans
and Greeks will not worry you if you arrive 30 minutes after the appointed time.
5.     Study etiquette in Norway and other Scandinavian countries
In some cultures, it is appropriate to eat food with your hands. But it is not true for
Scandinavian countries, as you are often required to brush up on how to eat with a
knife and fork. In these countries, even sandwiches are eaten using a fork and a
knife.
6.    Taboo to sharp objects
The cultural traditions of the Netherlands and China are very different. But in one
aspect, they are very similar and connected with receiving gifts that are pointed
and sharp, such as scissors and knives. It is a bad idea to give pointed and sharp
objects to your friends in the Netherlands and in China. For the Dutch, scissors and
knives are believed to be unlucky gifts, while for the Chinese they mean you want
to cut ties with them and drift apart.
7.     Losing a tooth in Greece
In many countries, children are told to keep their baby teeth under their pillows and
the Tooth Fairy will exchange money for their teeth. But Greek children are
advised to toss their teeth onto the roofs of their homes because it is believed to get
a healthy tooth as well as good luck to their families.
8.     Saying Cheers but Not Clinking Glasses in Hungary
Meanwhile, in many European countries people usually say “cheers” to each other
and clink their glasses during different events including birthdays, weddings, New
Year parties, entertainments, this tradition is not followed in Hungary. There is a
historic explanation for this: in the nineteenth century, the Hungarian troops were
severely defeated during their war with Austria, and the Hungarian soldiers
witnessed Austrian generals celebrating the victory by drinking beer and clinking
their glasses. Hungarians swore not to clink their glasses when having a drink for
150 years. This oath ended in 1999, but the Hungarians went on following this
custom.
9.     Never go Dutch in Turkey
Nowadays, in many European cultures, due to feminization, it is acceptable to split
the bill in the café or restaurant, but this is not appropriate when you are in Turkey.
Insisting on splitting the bill is considered to be mannerless when you are having
lunch or dinner with your Turkish friends or partners in Istanbul, Izmir, Marmaris.
It is better for you to reciprocate by inviting your friends to a follow-up meal some
days later. So, in this way you can treat them in another beautiful Turkish spot in
return.
10.      No red ink for writing in South Korea
Colours can be a very important point for some cultures. It is true not only about
colours of bouquets, but also for inks used for writing. For example, for many
European people, it does not matter what ink color you use to write their names
with, if their names are spelled correctly but for South Koreans you can use any
colour except red, as for them red ink symbolizes death.
11.     A symbol of successful business in Finland
For many people, going to the sauna is an intimate ritual and is always considered
both a healthy way to relieve stress or relax and socialize. The Finns think the
same way, but if your business customer or counterpart from Helsinki or
Lahti invites you to the sauna after your meeting, do not be alarmed. This just
means that your business meeting was successful and productive.

Reading Comprehension
Questions:
1. You should know the cultures and traditions of other countries not to be
considered ____________ :
a. successful;
b. insult
c. demanding
d. rude

2. If you give flowers in Russia, avoid __________ flowers.

a. red
b. white
c. yellow
d. potted

3. Avoid giving __________ flowers to Chinese friends.

a. red
b. white
c. potted
d. yellow
4. Avoid presenting clock, umbrella, sets of four and ____________ to
Chinese friends.
a. backpack
b. handkerchief
c. scarf
d. book

5. When you are in Egypt, avoid asking people for _________.

a. salt
b. sugar
c. still water
d. sparkling water

6. If you present sharp objects to Chinese friends, it means you want to break
or cut ___________ with them.
a. ties
b. customs
c. thorn
d. host

7. When you are having a party with your Hungarian friends, you should say
cheers but avoid ___________.
a. smiling at your friends
b. kissing your friends
c. hugging your friends
d. clinking glasses

8. When you are in a restaurant in Turkey, you shouldn’t __________.

a. be very polite
b. pay by credit card
c. go Dutch
d. call for waiter

9. While writing a letter or invitation for your Korean friends, avoid using
___________ ink.
a. black
b. blue
c. green
d. red

10. You can be invited to the sauna after a successful business meeting by
________.
a. the Koreans
b. Norwegian people
c. the Finns
d. the British

Video
Watch a video about Unbelievable Shocking Cultural Norms from Around The
World by following the link below https://cutt.ly/MNbrVLh and choose the
correct answers according to the information provided in the video.

5.1 Video Comprehension

1. What are you expected to do during your stay in Croatia?
a) to water the plants in your garden;
b) to clean the street outside your house;
c) to pick up the rubbish on the beach;
d) to decline presents once or twice before accepting them.
2. What is considered to be unacceptable in Ireland?
a) to give glasses in sets of four
b) to give white flowers for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings etc.
c) to stare and point at other people
d) to accept food from the host or hostess the first time it is being offered by them.

3. What is Lebanon famous for?

a) local people prefer eating spicy food.
b) it is considered to be unacceptable to speed up;
c) local people constantly violate the traffic rules.
d) it is considered OK to be late.

4. What countries is Pish-Kesh common for?

a) China, Japan and other Asian countries;
b) Norway and Finland;
c) Brazil and Argentina;
d) Jordan, Iran and other Arabic countries.

5. What is the point of Pish-Kesh?

a) if a person compliments about something you are wearing, you are supposed to
reciprocate.
b) it is rude to compliment another person in return;
c) it is obligatory for the staff in hotels and restaurant to compliment the
customers;
d) you should open the present immediately and thank the person even if you are
not satisfied with it.

6. What rule are you supposed to follow if you are in Iran?

a) you should accept the gift immediately;
b) it is compulsory to tip the staff of hotels, café and restaurants.
c) you should decline the present three times before accepting it;
d) you should not admire anything in the home of your host or hostess.

7. What phenomenon is found to be widespeared especially in China due to its

dense population?
a) rush hours;
b) time-consuming hours;
c) running hours;
d) hurrying hours.

8. In Bali, the body is ________ inside a container till ___________ for funeral
can be done.
a) interred, prepare;
b) inter, preparations
c) putted, plans
d) buried, arrangements

9. In Bali, if the ____________ was a court servant, member of the court or

minor __________, the cremation must be _____________ up to several years.
a) death, royalty, put off;
b) departed, noble, postponed;
c) died, royal, put off;
d) left, generous, cancelled.

10. What is Siesta?

a) the time after the midday meal till 4 pm when people have a rest;
b) the time when all the shops provide customers with discounts;
c) the time when people participate in carnivals;
d) the time when bullfighting takes place.