3. Match the pictures with the sentences. 1.it’s cold. 2. It’s rainy. 4. It’s cloudy. 5. It’s hot. 6. It’s snowy. 7. It’s windy. 3. It’s sunny. a) b) c) d) e) f) g) h)

4. 1. freezing 2. to drizzle 3. lightning 4. a shower 5. a storm 6. thunder 7. dry 8. overcast 9. foggy a) light rain b) the weather with grey cloud near the ground c) a short period of rain (heavy rain) d) very cold e) dark with grey clouds f) the loud sound during a storm g) without any rain h) a time of bad weather with strong winds and heavy rain i) a sudden flash of strong light in the sky during a storm

10. The Himalayas are a long mountain range in South Asia which includes the world’s highest mountain – Mount Everest (Chomolungma). It is 8,848 metres high. This beautiful mountain is a very unfriendly place. In January the average temperature is – 36C and can go down to – 60C. It is really freezing. In July, the warmest month, the average temperature is – 19C. The Himalayas are the most difficult mountains to climb up. However, more and more people want to go up Everest.

13. The Alps are a mountain range in Europe. The weather is mild all the year round that is very good for having fun. It is a popular place with tourists, especially for skiing. Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps. It is 4,807 metres high.

15. Location – in South Europe, between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea; The highest peak – Elbrus – 5,642 m; Famous for – clean, fresh air; a good place for health; a lot of mineral springs (mineral water) – a lot of resorts (курорты)

16. Location – separate Europe from Asia The highest peak – 1,895m; Famous for – the oldest mountains in the world; rich in natural resources; a lot of beautiful rivers (more than 30 thousand rivers); good for rafting; can see paintings of ancient people

17. Location – in South Asia, Siberia The highest peak – 4500 m; Famous for – a lot of beautiful lakes; a lot of caves (пещеры); the most famous and the deepest cave (345m); popular place for tourism (climbing, mountain biking)

18. Dear boys and girls! WELL-DONE! You worked very hard!