ГДЗ по Английскому языку 6 Класс Часть 2 Страница 113 Углубленный Уровень Афанасьева, Михеева — Подробные Ответы

a) Read the text and say why of all the American presidents (and there have been more than 40 presidents in U.S. history) George Washington and Abraham Lincoln are especially remembered.

TWO AMERICAN PRESIDENTS

The first US President known to all Americans as «The Father of the Nation» was George Washington. George was born in Virginia into a planter’s 1 family. When the boy was eleven, his father died. The family had a lot of land but not enough money to send George to school in England as rich families used to do at that time. The boy went to a private school and, later, two private teachers taught him to be a soldier and a Virginia gentleman. George learned to ride a horse, to hunt, shoot, sail and swim. Because he was good at arithmetic, he also learned to measure land. The young man went to faraway parts of the country to measure land for those who built their houses there. He spent hours on horseback in all kinds of weather. He learned to sleep out, cook his own meals, and work hard every day. Everyone liked and trusted young George.

George Washington began his career 2 in the service of his country as a major in the Virginia militia and later became Commander in Chief of the Colonial Army during the Revolutionary War. He was among those who wrote the US Constitution in Philadelphia. People respected him for his courage, honesty and wisdom.

After the Revolutionary War Washington wanted to retire and live at Mount Vernon where he had a beautiful house and a big plantation. But he knew that his duty was to serve his country. He hurried off to New York City which was the capital then. On

April 30, 1789, before a large crowd Washington promised to «preserve, 1 protect and defend the Constitution of the United States». This is how George Washington became the first president of the country and served two terms. He refused a third term and in 1797 he retired to Mount Vernon where he died two years later.

66. Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the USA. Like George Washington, he takes a special place in the list of American presidents.

Abe grew up in the Middle West. His first home was a small, one-room house in the woods. His family were pioneers who helped to fight Indians and push the borders of the United States farther west. The family lived in poverty. His parents moved from Kentucky to Indiana when Abe was 7, and this was his home for 14 years. Thomas Lincoln, Abe’s father, hoped to make a better living 2 there. Soon the mother died. Abe and his sister were lonely until their father married again. Abe’s stepmother encouraged the boy to study. Although he had little chance to go to school, he liked to read. He taught himself by reading the books he could get, such as The Bible, Aesop’s Fables and Robinson Crusoe. He often walked miles to borrow a book.

Abe grew fast. He learned to do the hard work of the pioneer, such as cut trees and take care of the crops. 3 He usually won in tests of strength with other boys. Everyone liked him and everyone said he was a born storyteller. But no one could say that this shy young man with a quiet voice would become one of the greatest American presidents.

When Abe Lincoln was twenty-one, the family moved to Illinois [Ilɪ’nɔɪ]. From then on, 4 Abe called Illinois his home. For a while he worked in a store. Later he joined the militia and fought in an Indian War. After the war he walked home with an educated young lawyer. This new friend gave Abe advice to study law.

Abraham Lincoln became a lawyer and a politician. Many people brought their problems to him. They began to call him «honest Abe» and trusted him to do what was right and honest. He was also an excellent speaker. He was elected to the House of Representatives in the US Congress. In 1861 he became the 16th American president. In the same year the Civil War began, so Lincoln had to lead the country through the four terrible years of war. He wanted the northern and southern states to stay together and he hated slavery. In 1863 he signed the Emancipation Proclamation 5 – the document that made all the slaves free. This was a great event in the history

of the United States. In 1865 the North won the Civil War. Five days after the war ended, President Lincoln was shot in Ford’s Theatre, Washington.

b) Listen to the marked part of the text and try to read it in the same manner.

a) Прочитайте текст и скажите, почему из всех американских президентов (а их в истории США было более 40) особенно помнят Джорджа Вашингтона и Авраама Линкольна.

Ответ:

George Washington is remembered because he was the first President of the United States, also known as «The Father of the Nation». He was the Commander in Chief of the Colonial Army during the Revolutionary War and was one of the writers of the US Constitution. People respected him for his courage, honesty, and wisdom.

Abraham Lincoln is remembered because he was the 16th president who led the country through the Civil War. He wanted the northern and southern states to stay together, and he hated slavery. He signed the Emancipation Proclamation, the document that made all the slaves free, which was a great event in the history of the United States.

Перевод:

Джорджа Вашингтона помнят, потому что он был первым президентом Соединенных Штатов, также известным как «Отец нации». Он был главнокомандующим Континентальной армией во время Войны за независимость и одним из авторов Конституции США. Люди уважали его за смелость, честность и мудрость.

Авраама Линкольна помнят, потому что он был 16-м президентом, который провел страну через Гражданскую войну. Он хотел, чтобы северные и южные штаты оставались вместе, и он ненавидел рабство. Он подписал Прокламацию об освобождении рабов, документ, который сделал всех рабов свободными, что стало великим событием в истории Соединенных Штатов.

b) Прослушайте отмеченную часть текста и попробуйте прочитать ее в той же манере.

George Washington is remembered because he was the first President of the United States, also known as «The Father of the Nation».

George Washington is remembered for being the first president of the United States, a title that comes with significant historical importance. As the first leader of a new nation, his actions and decisions laid the foundation for the country’s future. People also refer to him as «The Father of the Nation» due to his pivotal role in the creation of the United States. His leadership during the Revolutionary War and his involvement in drafting the U.S. Constitution are vital parts of his legacy. Washington was not just a political leader but also a symbol of unity and strength during a time when the country was just beginning to find its place in the world.

Авраама Линкольна помнят, потому что он был 16-м президентом, который провел страну через Гражданскую войну.

Авраам Линкольн вошел в историю как 16-й президент США, который стоял во главе страны в самый трудный момент — во время Гражданской войны. Его президентство было отмечено решительными шагами, направленными на сохранение единства страны и освобождение рабов. Линкольн придерживался идеи, что США должны оставаться едиными, несмотря на разделение между северными и южными штатами. Он также подписал Прокламацию об освобождении рабов, что стало важнейшим шагом в истории страны, направленным на ликвидацию рабства и продвижение к социальной справедливости.

Abraham Lincoln is remembered because he was the 16th president who led the country through the Civil War.

Abraham Lincoln is remembered for his leadership during one of the most difficult and turbulent times in American history — the Civil War. His commitment to preserving the Union and ending slavery has earned him a special place in the hearts of many Americans. The Civil War was a test of the nation’s unity, and Lincoln’s determination to ensure that the country remained whole was crucial. His decision to sign the Emancipation Proclamation, which freed slaves in Confederate states, was a landmark moment in U.S. history, reflecting his strong moral stance against slavery and his desire for a more just and equitable society.

Он хотел, чтобы северные и южные штаты оставались вместе, и он ненавидел рабство. Он подписал Прокламацию об освобождении рабов, документ, который сделал всех рабов свободными, что стало великим событием в истории Соединенных Штатов.

Линкольн понимал, что Гражданская война стала борьбой за сохранение единства страны и за освобождение рабов. Он стремился, чтобы Север и Юг оставались частью единого государства, несмотря на их различия. Прокламация об освобождении рабов, подписанная им в 1863 году, стала символом его борьбы с рабством и важным шагом к социальной перемене в стране. Этот документ освободил миллионы людей, изменив не только правовую структуру страны, но и социальную динамику. Это событие по праву считается одним из самых важных в истории США.

George Washington is remembered because he was the first President of the United States, also known as «The Father of the Nation».

George Washington is widely remembered because of his role as the first president of the United States, which marked the beginning of the nation’s journey towards becoming a world power. As the first leader, Washington’s influence shaped the office of the presidency and the newly formed government. His leadership during the Revolutionary War earned him respect, and his role in drafting the U.S. Constitution solidified his place in history. People refer to him as «The Father of the Nation» because of his foundational contributions to the birth of the United States. His legacy continues to be a symbol of courage, integrity, and wisdom.

Abraham Lincoln is remembered because he was the 16th president who led the country through the Civil War.

Abraham Lincoln is remembered as one of the most influential presidents in American history, particularly for his leadership during the Civil War. His presidency was marked by his commitment to keeping the nation united despite the deep divisions caused by slavery and state rights. Lincoln’s vision was to preserve the Union and end the institution of slavery, which he accomplished through the Emancipation Proclamation. This landmark decision made it clear that slavery would no longer be tolerated in the United States, forever changing the course of the nation’s history. His efforts to promote equality and justice have made him an enduring figure in American culture and politics.

Он хотел, чтобы северные и южные штаты оставались вместе, и он ненавидел рабство. Он подписал Прокламацию об освобождении рабов, документ, который сделал всех рабов свободными, что стало великим событием в истории Соединенных Штатов.

Линкольн был убежден, что страна должна остаться единой и свободной от рабства. Во время Гражданской войны он руководил страной, несмотря на разделение между Севером и Югом. Его усилия направлены на сохранение Соединенных Штатов как единого государства, и на освобождение рабов, что сделало его одним из самых значимых президентов в истории страны. Прокламация об освобождении рабов стала историческим моментом, который положил начало важным социальным переменам, и является символом борьбы за равенство и справедливость.