To develop and improve students' reading, writing, speaking skills in English ii-semestr Lesson1 Festivals and etiquette in our country Modal verbs : Can / Could

Festivals and etiquette in our country Modal verbs: can, could.

To develop and improve students' reading, writing, speaking skills in English

II-semestr

Lesson1

Festivals and etiquette in our country

Modal verbs :Can / Could

 

Read and answer the questions.

1.  When and where was held the international musical festival «Shark Taronalari» for the first time?

The international musical festival «Shark Taronalari» it was held in Samarkand in 1997.

2.  What fact was taken into account for choosing this festival in Samarkand?

The venue of the festival was not a random choice at all: they took into account the fact that Samarkand — as an ancient center of the Great Silk Road and a depositary of the cultural heritage of the Uzbeks — is of great significance not only to Central Asia but to the countries to the east and west.

3.  What was the dream of the famous French singer Charles Aznavour in his childhood?

His dream to see the ancient monuments of Samarkand and Bukhara came true.

4.  What was happening in the 6th-7th centuries BC in Uzbek land?

Initial formation of Uzbek culture dates back to the 6th-7th centuries BC, by thattime nomadic tribes shifted to a settled way of life in the valleys of Amu Darya, Syr Darya and Zarafshan and founded first states.

5.  What was the role of ancient states as Khorezm, Sogdiana, Bactria in culture of modern Uzbekistan?

Territory of modern Uzbekistan, Transoxiana, being parts of ancient states – Khorezm, Sogdiana, Bactria - became the basis for formation of culture, which subsequently became the basis of Uzbek culture.

 

There are a variety of yearly festivals held in Uzbekistan. They are very popular with the people and treated as holidays.The international musical festival «Shark Taronalari» has become very popular and prestigious. it was held in Samarkand in 1997 on the initiative of Islam Karimov, Uzbekistan’s President. The venue of the festival was not a random choice at all: they took into account the fact that Samarkand — as an ancient center of the Great Silk Road and a depositary of the cultural heritage of the Uzbeks — is of great significance not only to Central Asia but to the countries to the east and west. The first festival was a success beyond expectations. Folk music performers from 29 countries took part in it. The fifth festival held in August 2005 attracted a record number of participants and visitors from over 50 countries. Unforgettable were the performances of the throat singing band «Uran Khai» from the Republic of Tuva, (Altay, Russian Federation), the folk singer Simara Imanova from Azerbaijan, Chinese and Indian musicians. Everybody was deeply impressed by the Uzbek performers of the ancient national musical genre makom.

A guest of «Shark Taronalari-2005», the famous French singer Charles Aznavour said that in his childhood he had learned about ‘the mysterious and unique gem of the East’ from the play Let’s Go to Samarkand, but it was only in 2005 that his dream to see the ancient monuments of Samarkand and Bukhara came true. Paying tribute to the allure, liveliness and range of the festival, he said that through it the people of Uzbekistan clearly show to the whole world their openness, love for art, philanthropy, friendliness and hospitality.

Customs and traditions of the Uzbek people have been forming for centuries. They are very distinctive, impressive and different, dating back to different epochs and religions. Initial formation of Uzbek culture dates back to the 6th-7th centuries BC, by that time nomadic tribes shifted to a settled way of life in the valleys of Amu Darya, Syr Darya and Zarafshan and founded first states. Former nomads founded settlements and cities, bringing with them customs and traditions based on ancient cults of their ancestors. Territory of modern Uzbekistan, Transoxiana, being parts of ancient states – Khorezm, Sogdiana, Bactria - became the basis for formation of culture, which subsequently became the basis of Uzbek culture.

Over centuries, traditions and customs of Uzbek people remained almost unchanged despite the desire of many invaders to impose alien culture on. The Arabs had the greatest influence on Uzbek customs and traditions, through the expansion of Islam throughout Central Asia. Islam traditions were closely intertwined with pre-Islamic beliefs and traditions, local culture, and firmly settled in the mode and minds of the Uzbek people.

Centuries-old customs and traditions of the Uzbek people are carefully maintained and passed on from generation to generation. Like many Asian nations, most festive Uzbek customs are related with major family celebrations: wedding and birth. These events include many rites and rituals, involving parents, children, brothers, sisters, immediate and remote relatives even neighbors and guests, each one has its own role. Uzbek traditions are based on hospitality, respect for elders, collectivism, manifested especially vividly in makhallas (Uzbek residential quarters) – repository of age-old national basis.

 

Give definitions following Uzbek traditions and customs

Beshik-tui Khatna-kilish Engagement Wedding Kurash Morning plov Hospitality Traditional clothes Makhalla Kupkari Darboz perfomance

The ceremony which is hold for child after birth, do congratulating the presents of his or her The procedure which is hold before beshik- tui or after during it one part of his organ is cut The ceremony that is hold before wedding during it family announce the couple will get married The ceremony which is hold after engagement the couple will be spouses after it One of the ancient game among Uzbek people , in this game the participants have The ceremony that is hold before wedding party , the parents invite guests in the morning for eating which makes Uzbek national food pilov The phenomenon which is used for describing Uzbek nations, for giving a meaning their good side, it means they love inviting guests to their home The clothes that are describing one nation’s traditions on them by their models or patterns The place where the group of people live there as a neighbor One of the tradition games , during it the participants have to ride horse and by reading it they must take lamb, who take it first he will win The show that is presented by the person who can talk on the meter rope which is linked two high columns

 

Modal verbs :Can / Could

 

Usage and alternative verbs

The modal can / could is used to:

say that it is possible to do something .

Yes, I'm free tomorrow, so I can come to your house.

It's warm and sunny. We can eat outside in the garden.

make a request.

Can I / Can we / Can you ...? in formal

Could I / Could we / Could you ...? more formal

Can you bring me your diary, please?

Could we have two coffees, please?

'Could you please call for a taxi?' ‘Certainly, sir.'

Can I have a sandwich, M um ?

Can I have a sandwich , Mum? offer help.

‘Can I help you?' ‘Yes, please. I'd like...'

‘Can I do something for you?' ‘No, thanks, I'm all right.’

Q • ask permission and allow / not allow .

‘Can I invite some friends home, Mum?' ‘Yes, of course you can. / Sorry, you can't. Not today.'

• expess ability , skill.

I can speak two languages - English and Spanish.

I couldn't use this software, but I've learnt now.

• express is belief, say that something is impossible based on the evidence.

I can't believe that!

She couldn't be 40. She looked much younger.

Verbs that can substitute can not only in the missing tenses (infinitive , participles , etc.) but also in the present simple and past simple are:

• be able to / be unable to

I'm sorry not to be able to come.

Will you be able to get there by nine?

• manage to

‘Have you managed to talk to M r R?' 'No oss, I haven't managed to talk to him yet. He's always so busy.'

• be allowed to / be permitted to

You won't be permitted to come back so late.

She wasn't allowed to bring her dog.

 

Write sentences using can and could to express possibility, disbelief, requests and offers to do

things in the present or in the past.

1 Say that you are able to go to Paul's house tomorrow .

I can go  to  Paul's house tomorrow

2 Say that Steve isn't able to organize a party for next Saturday……………………….

Steve can’t organize a party next Saturday.
3 Say that Susan looks too young to be fifty……………………………………….

I can’t disbelief Susan looks too young to be fifty.

4 Offer to make a cake for John 's birthday………………………………………..

I can offer to make cake for John’s birthday.

5 Say that Danwa sun able to put up the Christmas tree last night because he was very tired ……………………………………….

Danwa could put up the Christmas tree last night because he was very tired.

 

Q W rite formal (F) or in formal (I) requests using the verbs in brackets.

1 You want a glass of champagne . Ask the waiter. (F: have)

Could / have  a glass   of champagne   please?.........................................

2 You want a bunch of flowers . Ask the shop assistant. (F: have)

Could have a bunch of flowers please?

3 You want to use your classmate 's CD player. (I: borrow)

Could you borrow me your classmate’s CD player?
4 You  want a pizza Napoli delivered to your flat. (F: bring)

Could you bring me Napoli pizza please?

5 You need adress for the dance. Ask your mum . (I: buy)

Could you tell me adress the dance club?