Geographical Position

The UK is a large group of islands off the north-western of Europe separated

from the mainland by the English Channel, the Dover Strait and the North Sea.
Firstly, the climate is moderated by its maritime location, here is very cloudy and
rainy.
Secondly, the UK consists of rugged, undeveloped hills and a lowland zone.
Thirdly, the UK has made significant contributions to the world economy, in
technology and industry.
Finally, the geographical position allows the UK to develop impressive different
branches.

1 Comprehension
 Answer the questions below according to the text.

1. What is the official name of the United Kingdom?

The official name of the country is "United Kingdom of Great Britain
and Northern Ireland".

2. How many countries are there in the United Kingdom? Name

them.
The United Kingdom is made up of four countries: England, Scotland,
Wales and Northern Ireland.

3. What is the total area of the United Kingdom?

The total area of Great Britain 242 495 км².

4. What is the weather like in the United Kingdom?

In the UK it is always cloudy and rainy, and sometimes it is foggy.

5. What is the capital of the United Kingdom?

The capital of the United Kingdom is London.

6. What separates Great Britain from Europe?

The North Sea, the English Channel and the Calais Strait separates
Britain from Europe.

7. What do the United Kingdom territories consist of?

 The territories of the United Kingdom consist of the Islands and the
Irish Sea.

8. What are the highest mountains in the British Isles?

The highest mountains in the British Isles are: Ben Nevis, Ben Macdui,
Braeriach etc.

9. What are the largest lakes in the United Kingdom?

The largest lakes in the United Kingdom are: Lough Neagh, Lower
Lough Erne, Loch Lomond, Loch Ness, Upper Lough Erne etc.

10. What has been Britain’s greatest export?

The largest export in the UK took place in 2014, gold exports (9.8% of
total exports of goods).

11. What are the largest cities in the United Kingdom?

The largest cities in the United Kingdom are: London, Birmingham,
Leeds, Glasgow, etc.

|2  Research and Present

 Search the internet to learn more about the four countries in the United
Kingdom: Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Choose one
and make a presentation about it including:
landmarks;                      people’s activities and interests              location;              
symbols;                          capital;

The presentation will be on Friday.