Read the dialogue Teacher: Most big cities in the world have their national attractions. What
do we have here in Kyiv?
Ann: Kyiv can boast lots of beautiful cathedrals and churches. Some of them
are included into the UNESCO World Heritage List. So St Sophia’s
Cathedral is a national attraction, isn’ t it?
Teacher: It is indeed, Ann. What can you tell us about it?
Ann: Let me see... It’ s gorgeous in its design and decorations. It dates back
to the 11th century and contains some great mosaics and frescoes. It’s
worth visiting.
Teacher: Good job. Can you think of some other examples, Dan?
Dan: Yes. In my opinion, it’ s the Kyiv-Pecherska Lavra.
Teacher: But why do you think it’ s a national attraction, Dan?
Dan: I think so because it’s a symbol of Kyiv. It attracts many tourists all
year round.
Task 2
Read and complete the sentences.
1. Most big cities in the world have
2. St Sophia’s Cathedral is worth visiting because
3. Many of the Kyiv’ s landmarks are included in t o
4. The Kyiv-Pecherska Lavra i s
Task 3
Complete the sentences.
E x a m p l e: My town is not so old as Kyiv.
1. as beautiful as
2. as noticeable as
3. as ancient as
4. not so magnificent as
5. not so exciting as
6. as important as
7. not versatile as .