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Did You Know That ? Encyclopedia of Curious and Interesting Facts
Оксана Вячеславовна Иванова
Знаете ли вы, что каждый текст в этой энциклопедии начинается с вопроса "Did you know that…" (Знаете ли вы, что…)? Это увлекательное пособие раскрывает массу интересных фактов, расширяя ваш кругозор и словарный запас одновременно.Удобный словарь после каждого текста помогает изучать новые слова и выражения, а вопросы идеально подходят для обсуждения.
Оксана Иванова
Did You Know That ? Encyclopedia of Curious and Interesting Facts
Fact 1. Did you know that the Great Wall of China is visible from space?
It's true! The Great Wall of China is one of the most iconic structures on Earth, and it's so large that it can even be seen from space. In fact, it's one of the only man-made structures that is visible from orbit.
The Great Wall was built over a period of centuries, starting in the 7th century BC. It was originally built to protect China from invaders, and it stretches for over 13,000 miles across the country. The wall is made of stone, brick, and earth, and it's up to 30 feet high in some places.
The Great Wall is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it's one of the most popular tourist destinations in China. Every year, millions of people visit the wall to see its incredible size and beauty.
The Great Wall of China is a testament to the ingenuity and perseverance of the Chinese people. It's a symbol of China's rich history and culture, and it's one of the most amazing sights on Earth.
Here are some other interesting facts about the Great Wall of China:
? The wall was built by hand, using simple toolsand materials.
? It took over 2,000 years to build the wall.
? The wall was built by millions of workers, including soldiers, prisoners, and peasants.
? The wall was never completely finished.
? The wall has been damaged over the centuries by war, erosion, and natural disasters.
? The wall is now protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
? The wall is one of the most popular tourist destinations in China.
WORDLIST:
invaders – захватчики
stretches for – простирается на
brick – кирпич
Heritage – наследие
tourist destinations – туристические направления
incredible – невероятный
testament – свидетельство
ingenuity – изобретательность
perseverance – настойчивость
tools – инструменты
prisoners – заключенные
peasants – крестьяне
erosion – эрозия
natural disasters – природные бедствия
QUESTIONS:
Is the Great Wall of China visible from space?
When was the Great Wall of China built?
What was the purpose of the Great Wall of China?
How long is the Great Wall of China?
What materials was the Great Wall of China made from?
How tall is the Great Wall of China in some places?
What is the status of the Great Wall of China as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Why is the Great Wall of China one of the most popular tourist destinations in China?
How was the Great Wall of China built?
How long did it take to build the Great Wall of China?
Who built the Great Wall of China?
Was the Great Wall of China ever completely finished?
What has damaged the Great Wall of China over the centuries?
Fact 2. Did you know that the first telephone call was made in 1876?
Imagine a world without phones. No smartphones, no landlines, no way to instantly connect with someone who isn't right next to you. It may seem impossible, but that's exactly how it was before the invention of the telephone.
On March 10, 1876, that all changed when Alexander Graham Bell uttered the historic words, "Mr. Watson, come here; I want you." These words marked the first successful transmission of speech over a wire. Bell had invented the telephone, and the world would never be the same again.
The early telephone was a far cry from the sophisticated devices we use today. It consisted of a transmitter and a receiver, connected by a wire. The transmitter converted sound waves into electrical signals, which were then transmitted through the wire to the receiver. The receiver converted the electrical signals back into sound waves, allowing the person on the other end to hear what was being said.
The first telephone call was a monumentalachievement, but it was only the beginning. Over the next few years, Bell and other inventors made significant improvements to the telephone, making it more powerful, reliable, and affordable. By the end of the 1800s, telephones were becoming widespread in homes and businesses, revolutionizing the way people communicated.
Today, the telephone is an essential part of our lives. We use it to stay connected with friends and family, conduct business, and access information. It's hard to imagine a world without it.
But as we marvel at the convenience and power of modern communication, it's important to remember where it all began. The first telephone call was a small step, but it was a step that changed the world forever.
Here are some additional facts about the first telephone call:
? The call lasted about two seconds.
? Bell's assistant, Thomas Watson, was the one who answered the call.
? The call was made from Bell's laboratory in Salem, Massachusetts.
? The phone was initially called the "telephone."
? The first telephone switchboard was invented in 1878.
? By 1900, there were over 1 million telephones in use in the United States.
WORDLIST:
landlines – стационарные телефоны
instantly – мгновенно
invention – изобретение
uttered – произнес
transmission of speech – передача речи
wire – провод
a far cry from – далеко от
sophisticated – сложный
consisted of – состоял из
transmitter – передатчик
receiver – приемник
sound waves – звуковые волны
monumental – монументальный
achievement – достижение
significant improvements – значительные улучшения
reliable – надежный
affordable – доступный
widespread – широко распространенный
essential – существенный
conduct business – вести бизнес
access – доступ
marvel – удивляться
convenience – удобство
additional – дополнительный
assistant – помощник
telephone switchboard – телефонная станция
QUESTIONS:
When was the first telephone call made?
Who invented the telephone?
What were the first telephones like?
How did the telephone revolutionize communication?
What are some additional facts about the first telephone call?
How long did the first telephone call last?
Who answered the first telephone call?
Where was the first telephone call made from?
What was the telephone initially called?
When was the first telephone switchboard invented?
How many telephones were in use in the United States by 1900?
Fact 3. Did you know that the Statue of Liberty was a gift from France?
