1. There are many factors to consider when discussing the matter of ebooks vs. printed books.
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Are there many factors to consider when discussing the matter of ebooks vs. printed books?
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What is there to consider when discussing the matter of ebooks vs. printed books?
2. A study conducted by Sesame Workshop found that children s development is more effective with a printed book rather than with an ebook.
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Did a study conducted by Sesame Workshop find that children s development is more effective with a printed book rather than with an ebook?
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What did a study conducted by Sesame Workshop find?
Astana is the capital of the republic of Kazakhstan. It is the third largest city in the country with population over 800 000. In 1999 Astana was awarded a Prize of UNESCO “City of Peace”.
Geographical position and climateAstana is the northernmost capital of Asia. The city is situated in the central Kazakhstan on the banks of the Ishim River. It is located in steppe and has an extreme continental climate – the summers here are hot, while winters are very dry and cold. Astana is the second coldest capital city in the world.
History of the cityThe city was founded in 1830 and its first name was Akmolinsk, then in 1961 it was renamed Tselinograd. In 1992 the city’s name was changed to Akmola. Akmola became the capital of Kazakhstan in 1997 and in 1998 the city received its present name Astana.
Economy of AstanaThe economy of the city is based on trade, transport and construction. It is a special economic zone. Astana is an important centre for business and trade. The most important branches of industry are food processing industry, mechanical engineering and production of construction materials. The city is centre for culture, sport, healthcare and education.
Architecture and sightsAstana is a beautiful modern city. The author of the Master Plan of Astana is the famous Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa. There are a lot of modern futuristic buildings, skyscrapers and monuments. “Baiterek” memorial is the symbol of Astana; it is also the geographical centre of all Eurasia.
There are a lot of beautiful parks and fountains in Astana, the most famous of which is “Tree of Life” fountain. In the city there are also some theatres and museums, concert halls and trading and entertainment centres. As Astana is the capital of the country there are government buildings and the residence of the president.
Астана – столица Республики Казахстан. Это третий по величине город страны с населением более 800 000 человек. В 1999 году Астана была удостоена премии ЮНЕСКО «Город мира».
Географическое положение и климатАстана – самая северная столица Азии. Город расположен в центральной части Казахстана на берегу реки Ишим. Он расположен в степи и имеет резко континентальный климат – лето здесь жаркое, а зимы очень сухие и холодные. Астана – вторая в списке самых холодных столиц мира.
История городаГород был основан в 1830 году и изначально носил название Акмолинск, затем в 1961 он был переименован в Целиноград. В 1992 название города было изменено на Акмола. Акмола стала столицей Казахстана в 1997 году, а в 1998 году город получил свое нынешнее название Астана.
Экономика АстаныЭкономика города основывается на торговле, транспорте и строительстве. Это особая экономическая зона. Астана является важным центром бизнеса и торговли. Важнейшие отрасли – пищевая промышленность, машиностроение и производство строительных материалов. Город является центром культуры, спорта, здравоохранения и образования.
Архитектура и достопримечательностиАстана – красивый современный город. Автор генерального плана города – известный японский архитектор Кисе Курокава. Здесь много современных футуристических зданий, небоскребов и мемориалов. Мемориал «Байтерек» – символ Астаны; это также географический центр всей Евразии.
В Астане много красивых парков и фонтанов, а самый известный из них – фонтан «Древо жизни». В городе также есть театры и музеи, концертные залы и торгово-развлекательные центры. Астана является столицей страны, поэтому здесь расположены правительственные здания и резиденция Президента.
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Captain Jack Sparrow is forced to follow his enemy, former helper Hector Barbossa, who had kidnapped his ship Black Peral. In order to recapture the ship Jack joins with a Will Turner, who must save his girlfriend, the daughter of the governor, the beautiful Elizabeth Swann. the future Elizabeth's husband handsome Commodore Norington has the same goal. But there is a curse over Barbossa. The curse will be released only then, when the pirates return the Aztec gold to the island of the dead. Up to this time the pirates will be forced to turn into skeletons in moonlight.