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One of the biggest British news agencies is ___, which was founded in 1851.

One of the most popular contemporary musicians and composers is Andrew Lloyd ___. His musicals and rock operas such as Cats, Phantom of the Opera and others have been a great success both in Britain and overseas.

One of the most popular hobbies of the British is ___, and the people take pride in their gardens.

Other public duties of the Queen include the ___ at the Cenotaph in Whitehall. This special ceremony remembers the soldiers who died in World War I and World War II and all of the Royal Family and Britain’s political leaders attend it.

Over the last twenty-five years the British have changed from full fat to ___ milk.

Parking in London is very expensive. You must either use ___ where you can park for up to 2 or 4 hours.

Parliament is also known as ‘___’, since it is housed in the Palace of Westminster, once a home of the monarchy.

Passengers are requested to arrive at the airport two hours before departure time on international flights as there must be enough time to complete the necessary airport ___.

Passengers on British ___ must have a boarding pass to board.

People usually borrow money from the building society in order to pay for their house – this money is called a ___.

Prince Consort fills an important role in the life of the nation, as does ___, Queen Elizabeth II’s husband.

Professional degrees such as a Bachelor of Law (L.L.B.) or a ___ (B.D.) are usually of three years duration, and require first a B.A. or B.S. to be earned by a candidate.

Public schools in the USA are ___, it means that boys and girls study together.

Scotland is divided into three regions:

Several important movements spread from ___ into international art, are Abstract Expressionism and Action Painting, Pop-art, Minimal art, and Photorealism.

She works for the BBC, which stands for British ___Corporation.

Ships and helicopters travel from Aberdeen to the North Sea oil ___. Work on it is difficult and dangerous.

Since July 1991 seat belts must be worn by adults in ___ – this applies to taxis as well as cars.

Since the mid-19th century the Prime Minister has normally been the leader of the party with a majority in the House of___.

Some people tried to ward off witches by painting magic signs or nailing a ___.

Speaking about British cooking we should note that

Students are allowed into the museum at reduced rates provided that they have a ___ students’ card.

Students in the USA must complete a certain number of courses in order to receive

Students select their “major” (the field in which they want their degree) plus a number of “___” courses they do not have to take, but may choose.

Students select their “___” (the field in which they want their degree) plus a number of “electives” courses they do not have to take, but may choose.

Successful applicants at colleges at a leading university are usually chosen on the basis of

Taking exercise is only one part of keeping ___.

Thе pupils who violate various school regulations may be punished in the following ways:

The aims of the Opposition are:

The air was stingingly cold, but not ___ freezing point.

The American college is known by various titles such as

The assassination attempt wasn't in the press until two days later.

The best-known buildings designed by Ch. Wren are ___ in London and the Sheldonion Theatre in Oxford.

The books are kept on open shelves, and the ___ are very helpful to get books from other libraries through the exchange system.

The boys and girls who go to boarding schools learn to speak with upper-class ___.

The British are concerned about damage to the environment. That’s why ___ petrol is cheaper than leaded petrol, to encourage drivers to use it.

The British are the world’s greatest ___drinkers.

The British constitution, unlike that of most other countries, is ___.

The British people are great readers of

The Chelsea ___ is the most important flower show in Britain; it is held in May every year in the grounds of Chelsea Hospital (London) and is attended by the Queen.

The chief elements of the National Curriculum ___.

The chief examinations at the age of 18 are leading to the General Certificate of Education ___ level.

The chief officer of the House of Commons is the ___.

The chief rivers of Great Britain are

The clan had its own territory and was ruled by a ___.

The commonest trees in England are ___

The Conservative Party has always been the party of the___, identified with the idea of economic freedom and the existing social order.

The content and method of teaching is decided by the ___.

The Cornfords live in Rugby ___28 Coronation Street.

The coronation service is traditionally conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury at ___ in the presence of representatives of the Houses of Parliament.