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But big changes are not expected soon. It is clear that these meetings are part of an evolutionary, not revolutionary process of change and reform. The British Monarchy has, throughout history, been very good at adapting to circumstances. It has survived wars, political and social changes, and ups and downs in its popularity. a) Mark the statements which are True. 1. For centuries there have been arguments about the Monarchy in Britain. □ 2. The British Queen has never taken into account the changing times. □ 3. In Britain the title of Monarch has always been passed to the oldest child in the Royal family. □ 4. Big changes in ancient rules are expected to take place in Britain soon. □ 5. As history shows the British Monarchy has been very good at adopting to circumstances. □ b) Write down your answers to the following questions. 1. Why do monarchies need to reform themselves? 2. Has the Queen recognized the need for change? 3. What was reported by the Political Editor of the Sun newspaper? 4. What rules (laws) is the Queen considering changing? 5. Are big changes expected soon? 6. The British Monarchy has been very good at adapting to circumstances, hasn't it? c) Ask five questions on the text. 52. Make up your sentences using the following words and word combinations on the topic Ecological Problems. 1. live in harmony 6. global warming 2. contradiction 7. acid rains 214
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