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Exercise 4. Translate the words and make a few sentences with them




Exercise 3. Replace the underlined words with their synonyms from the list.

Exercise 2. Insert the correct word.

1. In 1867 four colonies … together to become a federation of provinces.

2. The event when colonies joined together and became a federation of provinces is known as ….

3. July 1st, 1867 is the date of the … of Canada.

4. Canada Day is a national ….

5. The federal … is made up of the House of Commons and the Senate.

6. The leader of the party that wins the largest number of seats in a newly elected House of Commons … the government.

7. The legislation that set out the … for Canadian government was British.

8. The British parliament had legal … over Canada for a long time.

9. In 1982 Canada got the full legal ….

10. Canada is a … of 10 provinces and 2 northern territories.

created, manufacture, finished, particular, territory, government, residents, colonies, similar, think, significant, washed, although


1. The total land area of Canada is more than 9 mln sq. km.

2. Canada is bordered by three oceans.

3. Even though Canada is less densely populated than most countries, it has a lot of cosmopolitan centers.

4. English and French are the official languages of Canada and have equal static, rights and privileges.

5. Canada has a special appreciation for cultural diversity.

6. The country's earliest inhabitants were the Aboriginal Peoples.

7. Many historians believe that first settlers came to Canada from Asia thousands of years ago.

8. In the early 1600s the French established settlements on the east coast of Canada.

9. There was considerable competition between British and French explorers over Canadian territory.

10. French established settlements on the east coast.

11. In the late 1800s and early 1900s the Canadian authorities encouraged people from all over Europe to come to Canada.

12. The British legal control over Canada ended in 1982.

13. Canada is a world leader in the production of asbestos and nickel.


1. span (v)

2. cover (v)

3. precipitation (n)

4. landscape (n)

5. census (n)

6. density (n)

7. cosmopolitan (n)

8. band (n)

9. appreciation (n)

10. diversity (n)

11. percent (n)

12. competition (n)

13. fur (n)

14. origin (n)

15. wave (n)

16. recognition (n)

17. framework (n)

Exercise 5. Choose the correct variant and translate the following:

1. the second largest … (country/countries)

2. the total … (population/populations)

3. the 2001 … (census/censuses)

4. the population of 30,750,100 … (people/peoples)

5. Aboriginal … (People/Peoples)

6. all of the Canadian … (colony/colonies)

7. the U.S. Declaration of … (Independence/ Independences)

8. the House of … (Common/Commons)

9. the sector of the … (economy/economics)

10. the … (world's/worlds) leading producer


UNIT 6. HOW TO “SURVIVE” IN CANADA. GENERAL GUIDELINES

Business hours are generally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Longer hours, however, are common. Mornings tend to be the preferred time for appointments

Store hours are generally 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, but many establishments are open until 9:00 p.m. Some provinces, such as Ontario, also permit businesses to open for Sunday shopping. Many "convenience" stores, purchasing products such as milk, soft drinks, snacks, newspapers/magazines, and cigarettes, are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Punctuality should always be a priority. Be on time for all business-related meetings. Moreover, you will be expected to arrive on time for a business appointment even if your Canadian counterpart fails to do the same. If you cannot prevent being late, a telephone call stating your expected time of arrival is appreciated. In general, it is acceptable to be 15 minutes late for an evening social engagement. Do not, however, be late by more than 30 minutes.

A conservative, well-dressed, appearance is important in Canadian business culture. Your clothing does not necessarily have to be brand new or “trendy.” Wearing quality clothing that is old, but presentable, can be perfectly acceptable. Some professions allow for casual dress, but it's best to err on the formal side when in doubt. Suits and ties are standard attire for men. Business suits or dresses are often the standard attire for women. Pantsuits, in classic styles, can also be acceptable. Accessorizing, which adds flair to even very simple outfits, is also a common practice. During their leisure time, Canadians dress casually; items such as jeans, t-shirts, sweatpants, shorts, and running shoes are acceptable in public.

Canadian winters can be quite cold in many regions and dressing warmly is essential. During this season, ensure that you bring a coat and pair of gloves. It is also a good idea to take a pair of boots with good treads to help you walk with ease through the ice, snow, and slush you are likely to encounter on the pavement. Moreover, selecting a well-insulated pair of boots can help protect your feet from the often intense cold. Canadians in general do not wear scent in a business setting. Perfume, aftershave, and heavily scented personal care products such as shampoo and hairspray should be avoided, or at least used sparingly. It's often believed that perfume is worn to cover up poor personal hygiene. Furthermore, the presence of scent can also be a health hazard to individuals with asthma, a relatively common condition in Canada. Consequently, many jurisdictions in Canada forbid the wearing of scented products in hospitals and doctors' offices.

Business meals are popular in Canada and, in most cities, there will be a variety of good restaurants to choose from. Breakfast meetings are becoming common as well. Business lunches are usually short [1-1 1/2 hours] with lighter foods and often no alcohol. When invited to a dinner, the best policy is to wait for your Canadian host to bring up the subject of business. Invitations to dine at a Canadian home are relatively infrequent and should be considered quite a honour. A few days after a dinner party, a telephone call or note thanking the host or hostess is a thoughtful and appreciated gesture. When you visit a home, a gift of flowers, candy, wine or liquor are usually welcomed. If you decide to bring a gift of flowers, be aware that white lilies are sometimes associated with funerals, while red roses are reserved for romantic occasions. If you are a guest in a home, wait for permission from your hosts before wandering from room to room. Traditionally, the host or hostess is the first person at the table allowed to begin eating and drinking. Then, the guests may proceed with the meal. Make a point of offering any main dishes to others before serving yourself.

Restaurants in Canada often have smoking and non-smoking sections. In an increasing number of Canadian communities, however, there are by-laws in effect prohibiting smoking in restaurants and even bars. With the exception of the streets, you will find that smoking is restricted in most public places.

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