1. How many people in the world speak English today?
According to the text, two billion people speak English today, which is about 25% of the world's population.
2. In how many countries is English the first language?
English is the first language in the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Australia, and New Zealand.
3. Is English only spoken as the first language in those countries?
No, English is one of the official languages in Canada and the Irish Republic of South Africa. Additionally, as a second language, English is spoken in more than 60 countries.
4. In which areas is English commonly used?
English is commonly used in politics and diplomacy, science and technology, business and trade, sport and pop music. It is also one of the most widely used languages in the digital world, with 80% of all information in the world's computers being in English.
5. What percentage of international telephone calls are made in English?
60% of all international telephone calls are made in English, according to the information provided in the text.
6. Why is it important to learn English?
It is important to learn English because the modern world is becoming more connected, and knowing different languages, especially English, is crucial for communication and understanding among people from different countries. English is widely spoken, used in various fields, and is considered an international language. Additionally, learning a language requires time and patience, but it is necessary for personal and professional growth.
Overall, learning English is essential for individuals who want to be educated and knowledgeable in the globalized world.
Task 5. Put the verbs into correct form in either ACTIVE or PASSIVE voice.
1. Jack changed his hair hairstyle! No one can recognize him!
(Possible Answer: Jack's hair hairstyle was changed! He cannot be recognized by anyone!)
Explanation: The verb "changed" is in the active voice, as it shows the subject "Jack" performing the action of changing his hairstyle. To convert it into the passive voice, we need to focus on the object of the action (Jack's hair hairstyle) and make it the subject of the sentence. The verb "changed" becomes "was changed," and the subject "Jack" becomes the agent of the passive voice sentence.
2. Eccentric clothes and accessories are not allowed in schools and colleges.
(Possible Answer: Schools and colleges do not allow eccentric clothes and accessories.)
Explanation: The verb "allowed" is in the passive voice, as it shows a rule or restriction imposed by someone (schools and colleges) on the subject (eccentric clothes and accessories). To convert it into the active voice, we need to focus on the subject (schools and colleges) as the one who sets the rule. The verb "are not allowed" becomes "do not allow," and the subject "eccentric clothes and accessories" becomes the object of the active voice sentence.
3. We designed this car last year and it was a real breakthrough.
(Possible Answer: This car was designed by us last year, and it was a real breakthrough.)
Explanation: The verb "designed" is in the active voice, as it shows the subject "we" performing the action of designing the car. To convert it into the passive voice, we need to focus on the object of the action (this car) and make it the subject of the sentence. The verb "designed" becomes "was designed," and the subject "we" becomes the agent of the passive voice sentence.
4. I don't usually buy concert tickets. My brother does it for me.
(Possible Answer: Concert tickets are not usually bought by me. They are bought by my brother for me.)
Explanation: The verb "bought" is in the active voice, as it shows the subject "brother" performing the action of buying concert tickets for me. To convert it into the passive voice, we need to focus on the object of the action (concert tickets) and make it the subject of the sentence. The verb "bought" becomes "are bought," and the subject "my brother" becomes the agent of the passive voice sentence.
5. I went to the seaside on holiday. I was very much impressed as I have never been to the sea before.
(Possible Answer: I went to the seaside on holiday. I was very much impressed as I had never been to the sea before.)
Explanation: The verb "been" is in the active voice, as it shows the subject "I" performing the action of going to the seaside and being impressed. There is no need to convert it into the passive voice, as it is already in the correct form.
6. If I were you, I would tell her how much it meant to me.
(Possible Answer: If you were me, she would be told how much it meant to you.)
Explanation: The verb "tell" is in the active voice, as it shows the subject "I" performing the action of telling someone (her) about how much something meant. To convert it into the passive voice, we need to focus on the object of the action (her) and make it the subject of the sentence. The subject "I" becomes the agent of the passive voice sentence, and the verb "tell" becomes "be told." Since the original sentence is in the conditional form, we change the subject "I" to "you" to match the condition.
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