Ancient Greece

Reading and Text Analysis - English Language

Read the text about Ancient Greece 

Ancient Greece was one of the most influential civilizations in world history. It developed around 800 BCE in southeastern Europe, on the rocky coasts and islands of the Mediterranean Sea. Because the land was mountainous, Greeks lived in small, independent city-states rather than one large empire. Two of the most famous city-states were Athens and Sparta.

 

Athens is remembered for its achievements in art, philosophy, and government. It was the birthplace of democracy, a system in which free male citizens could vote on important issues. Thinkers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle questioned the nature of knowledge, justice, and the universe. Artists and architects built temples, statues, and theaters that are still admired today.

 

Sparta, by contrast, focused on military strength. Boys began training to be soldiers at a very young age, and the society valued discipline, bravery, and loyalty. Women in Sparta had more freedom than in Athens, but the culture was centered on preparing for war.

 

The Greeks also made lasting contributions to sports, literature, and science. The Olympic Games, first held in 776 BCE, honored the god Zeus and brought athletes together from across Greece. Writers like Homer told epic stories such as the Iliad and the Odyssey. Scientists and mathematicians like Archimedes and Pythagoras studied the natural world and developed ideas that are still taught today.

 

Today, many people admire Ancient Greece for its creativity and ideas. Some believe it shaped much of Western civilization. The influence of Greek democracy, philosophy, and art can still be seen in modern governments, schools, and culture around the world.

 

Task: 

Read the text. Decide if each statement is a Fact or an Opinion.

 

  1. Ancient Greece developed around 800 BCE in southeastern Europe.
  2. Athens was the birthplace of democracy.
  3. Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were important Greek thinkers.
  4. Sparta was the best city-state in Ancient Greece.
  5. The Olympic Games honored the god Zeus.
  6. Homer wrote the Iliad and the Odyssey.
  7. Greek culture is more interesting than Roman culture.
  8. Ancient Greece shaped much of Western civilization.

 

 

Hobbies

Vocabulary - English Language

### Worksheet: Hobbies (Grade 9) Based on the video: [Link to the video](https://vkvideo.ru/video-93166146_456240674?t=1m9s) --- #### Task 1: Open-ended Question 1. What is the main idea of the video? Explain in 2-3 sentences. --- #### Task 2: Short Answer 2. According to the video, why are hobbies important for teenagers? 3. Name three hobbies mentioned in the video. --- #### Task 3: Drag and Drop (Fill in the Blanks) 4. Complete the sentences by dragging the correct words into the gaps: - Hobbies help teenagers to __ their creativity. (develop / lose / ignore) - Engaging in hobbies can reduce __ and improve mental health. (boredom / stress / happiness) - Some hobbies, like __, can even lead to future career opportunities. (gaming / painting / sleeping) --- #### Task 4: Matching 5. Match the hobby with its benefit: - a. Playing sports - b. Reading books - c. Learning a musical instrument - d. Drawing or painting 1. Improves focus and patience 2. Enhances physical fitness 3. Boosts creativity and self-expression 4. Expands knowledge and vocabulary --- #### Task 5: Choose the Correct Word/Phrase 6. Select the correct word or phrase to complete the sentence: - Hobbies are a great way to __ your free time. (waste / spend / ignore) - The video suggests that hobbies can help teenagers to __ new skills. (forget / develop / lose) - According to the video, hobbies are not just for fun but also for __. (stress / learning / sleeping) --- #### Task 6: Multiple Choice (Single Correct Answer) 7. What is one benefit of having a hobby, as mentioned in the video? a) It makes you tired b) It helps you relax and unwind c) It increases your workload d) It makes you less creative --- #### Task 7: Multiple Choice (Multiple Correct Answers) 8. Which of the following are true about hobbies, according to the video? (Choose all that apply) a) Hobbies can improve mental health b) Hobbies are a waste of time c) Hobbies can help you discover new interests d) Hobbies are only for adults --- #### Task 8: Reflection 9. What hobby would you like to try after watching the video? Why? --- Answer Key: 1. (Sample answer) The video emphasizes the importance of hobbies for teenagers, highlighting their benefits for mental health, creativity, and skill development. 2. Hobbies are important for teenagers because they help reduce stress, develop creativity, and provide opportunities to learn new skills. 3. (Sample answers) Playing sports, reading books, learning a musical instrument. 4. develop, stress, painting. 5. a-2, b-4, c-1, d-3. 6. spend, develop, learning. 7. b) It helps you relax and unwind. 8. a) Hobbies can improve mental health, c) Hobbies can help you discover new interests. 9. (Personal reflection, no fixed answer).

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