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What is the capital of the USA?

  • New York
  • Washington (correct)
  • Los Angeles
  • Chicago

Which of the following rivers is considered one of the greatest rivers of Great Britain?

  • The Amazon
  • The Nile
  • The Seine
  • The Thames (correct)

In which month is the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere typically observed?

  • January
  • February
  • December (correct)
  • November

What term best describes the academic periods mentioned that usually run from September to early January?

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How many houses are there in American Congress?

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Kazakhstan is located in which geographical area?

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What are the main political parties of the USA?

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What was the old name of Nur-Sultan?

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Which city is known as the center for art and business in the USA?

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What does London consist of in terms of its parts?

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What is the official residence of the US President?

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Which of the following is the capital of the United Kingdom?

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Who designed the capital of the USA?

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What do we call the son of a king and queen?

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Winter months are:

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Your uncle's son is your ...

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What is the correct way to express '2:20 o'clock' in words?

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What term describes your parents' parents?

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Which of the following is a synonym for 'travel'?

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What is the correct negative form of 'I play the piano very well'?

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Which is the correct negative form of 'They know my phone number'?

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What is the correct present simple form of 'Margaret...... four languages'?

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What is the correct present simple form for 'Andy...... a lot of tea'?

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What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'The weather is usually nice. It...... very often.'?

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What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'Sue always...... to work early.'?

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What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'I sometimes...... to work, but not very often.'?

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What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'We often...... away at weekends.'?

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What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'I drink coffee, but I...... tea.'?

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What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'I never...... to the cinema.'?

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What is the correct translation for the word 'fly'?

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What is the correct translation of the word 'lose'?

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What is the correct translation of the word 'freedom'?

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What is the correct translation of the word 'interpreter'?

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What is the correct translation of the word 'language'?

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Which of the following lists contains only verbs?

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Select the list that includes solely nouns.

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Which of the following options is made up entirely of verbs?

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Identify the set of words that contains only nouns.

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Which list consists exclusively of verbs?

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Select the list that contains only nouns.

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Which of the following is a list composed entirely of verbs?

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Identify the set that consists entirely of nouns.

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Flashcards

What is the capital of the USA?

The capital city of the United States, known for its political significance and historical landmarks.

Which day is the shortest day of the year?

The shortest day of the year, occurring on December 22nd, marking the winter solstice.

What are the two most important rivers in Great Britain?

The two largest and most important rivers in Great Britain. The Thames flows through London and the Severn is the longest river.

What are the academic time periods in the UK?

The semesters for higher education in the United Kingdom, with two main periods for academic study: September to early January and late January to late May.

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What city is the center of art and business in the USA?

The nation's capital, a bustling metropolitan city with a rich history and a vibrant cultural scene, also known as the 'Big Apple.'

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Which city has three parts: the City, the West End, and the East End?

The largest and most populous city in the United Kingdom, divided into three distinct areas, known for its historic landmarks and royal family.

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How many houses are there in American Congress?

The United States Congress has two houses: the Senate and the House of Representatives.

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What are the main political parties of the USA?

The two major political parties in the United States are the Democratic Party and the Republican Party.

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Americans speak...

The official language of the United States is English.

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What was the old name of Nur-Sultan?

The old name of Nur-Sultan was Akmola.

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Where is Washington situated?

Washington, D.C. is located in the District of Columbia, a separate federal district.

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What is the official residence of the US President?

The official residence of the US president is the White House, located in Washington, D.C.

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Who designed the capital of the USA?

Pierre Charles L'Enfant designed the city plan of Washington, D.C.

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Which is the correct name of the play by William Shakespeare?

Romeo and Juliet is a famous play by William Shakespeare, a renowned playwright.

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Lose

To lose something or someone.

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Rose

A flower with petals that are typically red or pink.

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Rain

Water falling from the sky in drops.

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Old

Something that has lived for a long time.

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Freedom

The state of being free.

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Love

A feeling of deep affection.

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Rainbow

A colorful arc seen in the sky after rain.

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Door

A movable barrier that allows entry to a building.

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Interpreter

A person who translates languages.

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Language

A system of communication using words and grammar.

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Who are my parents' parents?

Your grandparents' parents are your great-grandparents.

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What is a synonym for "travel"?

A synonym for "travel" is a word that has a similar meaning, like "excursion" which means a short trip or journey.

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How do I make the negative form of the simple present tense?

The negative form of the simple present tense is used to express an action that does not happen. For example, "I don't play the piano" means that the action of playing the piano does not occur.

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Put the verb "speak" into the correct form.

"Speak" is the correct form of the verb in the present simple tense when the subject is "Margaret." The sentence indicates that Margaret is capable of speaking four languages.

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Put the verb "like" into the correct form.

"Don't like" is the correct form of the verb in the negative present simple tense when the subject is "I." The sentence indicates that the speaker does not like their job.

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Put the verb "drink" into the correct form.

"Drinks" is the correct form of the verb in the present simple tense when the subject is "Andy." The sentence indicates that Andy enjoys drinking tea.

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Put the verb "like" into the correct form.

"Like" is the correct form of the verb in the present simple tense when the subject is "I." The sentence indicates that the speaker enjoys the picture.

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How do I use "don't" and "doesn't"?

"I". "You". "We". "They" use don't. "He". "She". "It" use doesn't.

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Present Simple Tense

The Present Simple tense is used to talk about actions or states that happen regularly, habitually, or are generally true. It is formed by using the base form of the verb (except for the third-person singular, which adds -s).

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Negative Present Simple

The negative form of the Present Simple tense is used to describe actions or states that do not happen regularly or are not generally true. It is formed by using "do/does" + not + the base form of the verb.

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Third-Person Singular

The third-person singular form of the Present Simple tense adds -s to the base form of the verb. This applies when the subject is "he", "she", "it", or a singular noun. For example, "He walks to school every day."

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Present Simple for Future Time

The Present Simple tense is used to describe actions or states that happen at a specific time in the future, usually when it is part of a fixed schedule or timetable. For example, "The train leaves at 7:00 am tomorrow."

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Translation of 'fly'

The translation of 'fly' is "летать" in Russian.

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Translation of 'forget'

The translation of 'forget' is "забывать" in Russian.

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Translation of 'give'

The translation of 'give' is "давать" in Russian.

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Translation of 'go'

The translation of 'go' is "идти" in Russian.

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What are verbs?

Words that show action or a state of being.

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What are nouns?

Words that name people, places, or things.

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Verbs in a sentence

Identify the verbs in this sentence: "The cat sat on the mat."

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Nouns in a sentence

Identify the nouns in this sentence: "The cat sat on the mat."

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Using verbs in context

Choose the correct words from the list to complete this sentence: "The girl _____ a letter and then _____ it in the mailbox." (List of verbs: read, write, put)

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Using nouns in context

Choose the correct words to complete this sentence: "The _____ is very heavy and the _____ is very soft." (List of nouns: table, ball, chair, feather)

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Matching verb to subject

Choose the correct verb from the list: "The dog _____ a bone.

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Matching noun to subject

Choose the correct noun from the list: "The _____ ate a piece of pizza."

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Study Notes

Course Information

  • Course Code: 6B01501-6B01703
  • Discipline: FL1107, Foreign Language
  • Course: 1
  • Semester: 1
  • Final Control: Test

Educational Programs

  • 6B01501: Training of math teachers
  • 6B01502: Training of physics teachers
  • 6B01503: Training of computer science teachers
  • 6B01504: Training of chemistry teachers
  • 6B01507: Training of Chemistry-Biology teachers
  • 6B01505: Training of biology teachers
  • 6B05101: Biology
  • 6B01510: Training of biology - geography teachers
  • 6B01601: Training of history teachers
  • 6B01506: Training of geography teachers
  • 6B01509: Training of geography- history teachers
  • 6B01703: Training of foreign language teachers

Final Assessment Details

  • Compiled by: Turlibek A.N.
  • Approved by: Botabaeva Zh.N.
  • Year: 2024
  • Protocol Number: (Missing)
  • Location: Shymkent

Multiple Choice Questions (Sample)

  • Question Examples: Various multiple-choice questions about geography, history, and the United States.
  • Question Types: Include specific questions about the capital of USA, time of year, rivers, and locations within the UK

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Test your knowledge with this general knowledge quiz covering various topics, including geography, politics, and family vocabulary. Answer questions about capitals, significant rivers, and traditional timelines. Perfect for anyone looking to challenge their understanding of basic world knowledge.

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