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№ слайда 1 The geographical map of the USA
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The geographical map of the USA

№ слайда 2 The USA : - Geography - History - States - cities - sights The lesson in the for
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The USA : - Geography - History - States - cities - sights The lesson in the form of slide - lecture for the 10th form Creator: Udartseva E.Y. – an english teacher Bayevo - 2007

№ слайда 3 Fact files: Official name: The United States of America Status: A federal republ
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Fact files: Official name: The United States of America Status: A federal republic, a union of 50 states Area: 9,364,000 squ. km. Population: about 250 mln. people (2006) Capital: Washington, D.C.

№ слайда 4 Who discovered America? The answer is: nobody knows. North America may have been
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Who discovered America? The answer is: nobody knows. North America may have been discovered by Vikings under Leif Eriksson, but Europeans didn’t know about its existence until Columbus’ voyages. In 1492 three ships- the “Santa Maria”, the “Pinta”, the “Nine” under Columbus landed the continent. In 1507 Amerigo Vespucci explored the area of South America and introduced a new land to the world. This continent was called after him - “America”.

№ слайда 5 Some facts from the history of The USA: In 1620 the first people from England ar
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Some facts from the history of The USA: In 1620 the first people from England arrived in America. They left England because of religious problems. In 1776 after the war with Britain, America became an independent country. Americans wrote the Declaration of the Independence and designed a new flag – The Stars and Stripes. 4th July – The Day of Independence (a national holiday) After the war in 1861-1865 between the northern and the southern states (south lost) the government stopped slavery . 1969 – the first people on the moon were three astronauts: Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Ed Collins.

№ слайда 6 Nationalities: white Americans - 83,5 % Africans - 12,4% immigrants from Asia -
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Nationalities: white Americans - 83,5 % Africans - 12,4% immigrants from Asia - 3,3% native Americans (Indians, Aleuts, Eskimos) – 0,8 %

№ слайда 7 Natural sights of the USA The Niagara Falls – a waterfalls on the river Niagara
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Natural sights of the USA The Niagara Falls – a waterfalls on the river Niagara (51 meters high). It is situated on the boarder between the USA and Canada. The waterfalls was discovered by the expedition of R. Lassal. There is always a rainbow over it.

№ слайда 8 The Mississippi – “Old man river” together with its tributaries the Missouri and
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The Mississippi – “Old man river” together with its tributaries the Missouri and the Ohio is the longest river in the world. The history of this river is described in the book “Life on the Mississippi” by M. Twain.

№ слайда 9 The USA is divided into 50 states. Hawaii became the 50th state in 1959. Alaska
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The USA is divided into 50 states. Hawaii became the 50th state in 1959. Alaska is separated from Russia by the Bering Strait. It is the biggest and the coldest state of the country. Each of the states has its own capital, government and symbol. What is special about Hawaii and Alaska ?

№ слайда 10 Washington (D.C) was named in honour of the first American president (1789-1796)
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Washington (D.C) was named in honour of the first American president (1789-1796). The capital of the country, a state, a lake, an island, a mount, a canyon, some universities and colleges, streets and squares are named after him. In 1888 the Washington Monument was established in the capital (169 m. high) George Washington, “the father of his country”. He was an example of bravery and approved the fight against slavery. General Henry Li wrote : “Washington was first in war, first in peace and first in the hearts of his countrymen” 22nd of February – birthday of J. Washington, a national holiday in the USA.

№ слайда 11 The Sights of Washington The White House is the Residence The Capitol is the hig
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The Sights of Washington The White House is the Residence The Capitol is the highest of the American President. building in W., where laws are made. No building in the city may be more than 40 meters high.

№ слайда 12 Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the USA Lincoln – memorial with 36 col
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Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the USA Lincoln – memorial with 36 columns A magnificent sculpture (6m.)of (the number of states Abraham Lincoln inside in Lincoln days) – in a park on the banks of the Potomac River.

№ слайда 13 Washington National Cathedral (St. Peter and St.Paul’s Church Cathedral) – was b
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Washington National Cathedral (St. Peter and St.Paul’s Church Cathedral) – was built in a gothic style. The first stone was laid by Th. Roosevelt (the 26th president) in 1907. Finally it was rebuilt in 1990.

№ слайда 14 New York (New York) is the city of contrasts, financial and business centre of t
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New York (New York) is the city of contrasts, financial and business centre of the USA. It was founded some three hundred years ago. It is situated in the mouth of the Hudson . Its nickname is “A big apple”, because everybody wants to bite it. At the entrance to New York Harbour you can see a great statue which is called the Statue of Liberty. It is 46 meters high excluding the pedestal. The Statue was designed by Bartholdy, a French sculptor, who worked ten years at it. In 1876 the statue was taken to pieces and shipped across the Atlantic as a gift from the French government to the USA for its democratic views.

№ слайда 15 Chicago ,the second capital of the USA, stands on the banks of Lake Michigan (wa
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Chicago ,the second capital of the USA, stands on the banks of Lake Michigan (was founded in 1833)Chicago – the second economical center in the USA after New York. The biggest river port in the world. The biggest airport in the world. 200 colleges, 5 universities are situated here. The home of the first skyscrapers.

№ слайда 16 Los Angeles (California) – the nation’s third largest city. It leads the USA in
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Los Angeles (California) – the nation’s third largest city. It leads the USA in production of aircraft. This city is the world capital of filmed entertainment. The first cinema house in the country was opened here in 1902. Hollywood – the centre of the US film industry. In 1913 the first film was made there. The biggest film companies are here: MGM, Paramount, 20th century Fox, Columbia Pictures, Warner Bros.

№ слайда 17 In 1955 a world famous cartoon’s creator Walt Disney founded the first park of e
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In 1955 a world famous cartoon’s creator Walt Disney founded the first park of entertainment with decorations from popular Disney cartoons in Los Angeles. 10 mln. people visit Disneyworld every year.A new Disneyland in Florida, built in 1971. Walt Disney (1901-1966) A world famous cartoon Director. His Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck are known to every child in the world.

№ слайда 18 New Orleans is the place to come if you like jazz or blues. Almost all the bars
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New Orleans is the place to come if you like jazz or blues. Almost all the bars and clubs in the city feature live music, there are usually more bands playing out in the streets. Other reason to visit this city is its 19th century architecture. Las Vegas is the city that never sleeps! San Francisco, Philadelphia … “America! Who has seen you once, will never forget ” J. London.

№ слайда 19 New Orleans is the place to come if you like jazz or blues. Almost all the bars
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New Orleans is the place to come if you like jazz or blues. Almost all the bars and clubs in the city feature live music, there are usually more bands playing out in the streets. Other reason to visit this city is its 19th century architecture. Las Vegas is the city that never sleeps! San Francisco, Philadelphia … “America! Who has seen you once, will never forget ” J. London.

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№ слайда 21 Would you comment the dates?1492 1909 1776 1955 1861
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Would you comment the dates?1492 1909 1776 1955 1861

№ слайда 22 Would you answer the questions?Thanks to his exploration America has got its nam
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Would you answer the questions?Thanks to his exploration America has got its name? It is 51 meters high, is situated on the border between Canada and the USA-? It is famous for its three universities - ? He founded the first park of entertainment for children - ? The home of the first skyscraper? Who presented the Statue of Liberty to the USA and why? Th. Roosevelt took part in the building of this sight? What is the biggest state of the USA? This city has no skyscrapers - ?

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