The building is not a very ... one, but it is a ... of the original Globe, a theatre where people of the ... century watched Shakespeare's plays. William Shakespeare was one of the most famous English ... and was ... in Stratford-upon-Avon. A lot of people at that time ... ... his plays but went to see them at the theatre. The Globe Theatre was ... and made of ... . Rich people had ... to sit on, while poor people ... in the open air in the middle. People ... and ... during the performance or laughed and shouted at the ... . The actors were only ... , and ... played the women's roles.

Christmas (1)Christmas is Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. The word Christmas comes from Christes masse, an early English phrase that means Mass of Christ.People of different countries celebrate Christmas in various ways. People in the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are filled with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees.A Christmas tree is one of the main symbols of Christmas in most homes. Relatives and friends may join in trimming the tree with lights, tinsel, and colourful ornaments. Presents are placed under the tree. On Christmas Eve or Christmas morning, families open their presents.Many children believe that Santa Claus arrives on Christmas Eve in a sleigh pulled by a reindeer and brings presents. Some children hang up stockings so Santa Claus can fill them with candy, fruit and other small gifts.In many parts of the United States and Canada groups of people walk from house to house and sing Christmas carols. Some people give singers money or small gifts or invite them for a warm drink.Many people attend church services on Christmas Eve or Christmas morning. They listen to readings from Bible and singing Christmas carols.A traditional Christmas dinner consists of stuffed turkey, ь mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and a variety of other dishes. Some families have ham or roast goose instead of turkey. Pumpkin pie, plum pudding, and fruitcake are favourite desserts.

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Julie has been ill since Tuesday.

I haven't seen Josh since 1998.

The dog went to sleep an hour ago.

I‘ve had a cat for two years. Its name is Willis.

I waited for a bus for twenty minutes. Then I decided to walk.

I’ve already seen 'Shrek'.

She has changed a lot since she left school.

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We went to the seaside last summer.

I‘ve finished my homework. Can I go out now?

I was ill three months ago.

Have you been to the shop? I need some stamps.

My hobby is fishing. I’ve caught a lot of fish.

Jenny is in Oxford today, but she was in London yesterday.

I played basketball when I was younger, but l don’t play now.

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When I saw Nick, he was writing a letter.

At 2 o’clock my mother Fiona was cooking soup.

The father was not sleeping when little Freddie opened the door.

Last summer I was going to my granny in Russia.

Aunt Pam got a postcard from her cousin two days ago.

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At 10 o’clock, Samantha was doing homework.

When the old teacher came in, the children were talking.

When my mother was coming home, the telephone suddenly rang.

When I met my friend yesterday, he was very happy.

Why was Nickolas crying? —He’s lost the…

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1. His parents had already eaten when he came home.

2. Last year Susan passed all her tests and exams.

3. When Peter arrived to the airport he discovered he had forgotten his passport at home.

4. Our train had already left when we arrived at the station.

5. Peter and Mary got home to find that thieves had broken into their house.

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When Heather opened her windows, the sun had already sat.

I realized I hadn't bought any milk when I came home.

It was raining when I was out so the laundry was wet.

Grace felt bad last night because she had eaten too many sandwiches.

Amber met Gregory last October.