Обучение чтению в преподавании английского языка

For more historical info on the biography of the poet check out these links http //wwwfuturemuseum со uk http //burns visitscotland com/who http //wwwworldburn-sclub com http //www bbc со uk/scotland/history/burn-snight http //en wikipedia org/wiki/Robert_Burns

What to expect from a Burns Supper

There are guidelines and observances to be followed and traditionally, guests at the Supper are involved in these observances helping to make it a great event

Although many believe that Burns Suppers which traditionally take place every year on the 25th of January, should be conducted in the old conventional way, today Burns Suppers take on many different forms, styles and varieties, ranging from formal gatherings of dedicated Burns fans and academics to informal parties which feature a more modern or unusual twist to the celebrations The majority of Burns Suppers sit somewhere in the middle following the basic guidelines of the night, but also the hosts persona! taste and unique character

There is a traditional ritual followed by many Burns Suppers but only three absolutely essential elements

• Burns himself, in a toast, a poem or a song
• haggis or some other great Scottish food or drink and
• hospitality.

Task 1. Match the dates with the facts of R.Burns’ life:

1759. a) Robert was sent to school, but his school days did not last long

                            as their teacher left the school.

1765. b) He was born in Alloway, on the 25th of January.
1772. c) He wrote his first poem, “Handsome Nell” for a girl, who

                        worked the field with him.

1786. d) He married Jean Armous, the daughter of a rich master
1796. e) He died on the 21st of July in Dumfriefires.

Task 2. Math a word in column A with its modern meaning in B:       

              A                                        B

              Luve                                 of

              A’                                     go

              Wi’                                   all

              O’                                   love

              Tho’                               with

              Thou                               though

              Thee                                you

               Gang                              your

   4. Conclusion. I hope   that you like today’s class your home assignment will be to get ready for the integrated lesson. You have got your individual tasks for it. Take care.