Жизнь: истории на английском с переводом
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A1The Shopping ListСписок покупокA rich man lived in a big house, but he wrote very badly. One day, he invited his friends to dinner and wanted a good meal. He wanted ducks, turkeys, and chickens, so he made a shopping list.1 минA1The Cat and Her KittensКошка и её котятаA cat had three little kittens. They all lived together in a room downstairs. But one day, the cat decided that upstairs was better. She picked up one kitten and carried it upstairs.2 минA2A Day by the SeaДень у моряYesterday Mary went to the beach with her father, her brother Charles, and her sister Lucy. They took some food and decided to spend the whole day there.2 минA1The Heavy BasketТяжёлая корзинаOne day, a boy had to take a large basket to his grandmother. The basket was full and very heavy. His little brother Tom decided to go with him.1 минA1The Apple Under the SofaЯблоко под диваномToday is a cold winter evening. It is snowing outside, but the house is warm. Anna comes home after work. Her brother Mark is already making tea. There is bread, cheese, and red apples on the table.1 мин
A1Life in the DesertЖизнь в пустынеLife in the Desert The desert is a large place where it is very hot during the day and very cold at night. There are almost no trees here, only yellow sand and big rocks.2 мин
B2The Man Who Spoke Many LanguagesЧеловек, который говорил на многих языкахThe Man Who Spoke Many Languages Victor Larsen was a famous traveler, writer, and linguist. Since childhood, he had dreamed of understanding people from different parts of the world.2 мин
B2The Bookstore That Only Opens at NightКнижный магазин, который работает только ночьюThe Bookstore That Only Opens at Night In the city center, among noisy streets and bright signs, there was one unusual shop. Its doors opened only when the sun went down behind the horizon.2 мин
B2A Year Without the InternetГод без интернетаA Year Without the Internet One cold January day, Marina decided to turn off the internet at home. It was not an impulsive decision, but a well-thought-out attempt to change her life.2 мин
B2The City That Changes Every MorningГород, который каждое утро меняется местамиThe City That Changes Every Morning In this city, houses and streets change location every morning, like pieces on a chessboard.2 мин
B2La ville où tout le monde parle en proverbesГород, где все говорят поговоркамиThe City Where Everyone Speaks in Proverbs4 мин
B2The House of Three GenerationsДом трёх поколенийThe House of Three Generations In an old but cozy house on the edge of the city live three generations of one family.2 мин
B2The Island Where Time Runs SlowerОстров, где время идёт медленнееThe Island Where Time Runs Slower At the edge of the endless ocean lies a small island, home to only about two hundred people.2 мин
B1One Day in the Big City: The Life of AlexОдин день в большом городе: жизнь АлексаOne Day in the Big City: The Life of Alex Alex lives in a metropolis where the streets are noisy from early morning until late at night.2 мин
B1A Home for Tails: The Life of LinaДом для хвостов: жизнь ЛиныA Home for Tails: The Life of Lina Lina lived on the outskirts of the city, where stray dogs and cats could often be seen.2 мин
B1Warm Bread on the Corner: The Life of JordiТёплый хлеб на углу: жизнь ЖордиWarm Bread on the Corner: The Life of Jordi Jordi lived in a quiet neighborhood of a big city, where everyone hurried about their business and rarely talked to each other.2 мин
B1Through the Lens: The Life of CamilaЧерез объектив: жизнь КамилыThrough the Lens: The Life of Camila Camila had worked in an office for many years, where her days were always the same: morning coffee on the run, long meetings, calls, and emails.2 мин
B1Evening Lessons: The Story of MarisaВечерние уроки: история МарисыEvening Lessons: The Story of Marisa2 мин
B1Scissors for the Future: The Story of EliasНожницы для будущего: история ЭлиасаScissors for the Future: The Story of Elias Elias grew up in a small town where there were few opportunities for creative work.2 мин
B1House from the Past: The Story of NicoДом из прошлого: история НикоHouse from the Past: The Story of Nico Nico grew up in the suburbs of a big city and always dreamed of having his own house.1 мин
B1Flowers from Afar: The Story of Lea the FloristЦветы издалека: история флориста ЛеиFlowers from Afar: The Story of Lea the Florist Lea lived in a small French town and worked in an office. Every day felt the same to her, and she dreamed of change.1 мин
B1White Nights of Dr. AnnaБелые ночи доктора АнныWhite Nights of Dr. Anna Dr. Anna had always dreamed of an unusual job that would help people. After graduating from medical university, she learned about a vacancy at a polar station in Antarctica.2 мин
B1From the Kitchen to Fame: The Story of Chef MarcoОт кухни к славе: история шефа МаркоFrom the Kitchen to Fame: The Story of Chef Marco Marco grew up in the large Italian city of Milan. As a child, he had no interest in cooking and could not even make simple dishes.1 мин
B1From Music to Medicine: The Story of Dr. LorenОт музыки к медицине: история доктора ЛоренаFrom Music to Medicine: The Story of Dr. Loren2 мин
B1Albert Einstein: from doubts to great discoveriesАльберт Эйнштейн: путь от сомнений к великим открытиямAlbert Einstein: from doubts to great discoveries Albert Einstein was born in 1879 in the small German city of Ulm, but he grew up in Munich.2 мин
A2The Life of Marie CurieЖизнь Мари КюриThe Life of Marie Curie Marie Curie was born in Poland in 1867. Since childhood, she loved studying and dreamed of becoming a scientist.1 мин
A2Life of a Grocery StoreЖизнь продуктового магазинаLife of a Grocery Store My grocery store is on the corner of the main street. Every morning I open the doors at eight o’clock. The shelves are full of bread, milk, fruits, vegetables, and sweets.1 мин
A2Life with Ten Animals on the FarmЖизнь с десятью животными на фермеLife with Ten Animals on the Farm My farm is located outside the village, not far from a big forest. Ten animals live on the farm, and each has its own character.1 мин
A2Life Next to a VolcanoЖизнь рядом с вулканомLife Next to a Volcano Our town stands at the foot of a big volcano. Every morning we see its peak covered with smoke. Living next to a volcano is not scary if you know safety rules.1 мин
A1City on the MoonГород на ЛунеCity on the Moon We will live in a new city on the Moon. The city will have houses made of glass and metal. The windows will look at the Earth like a blue ball.2 мин
A2Natalie Portman and the Power of LanguagesНатали Портман и сила языковNatalie Portman and the Power of Languages Natalie Portman was born in Jerusalem, into a family with Israeli and American roots.2 мин
A2The City That Wakes Up Only at NightГород, который просыпается только ночьюThe City That Wakes Up Only at Night Imagine a city where during the day it is quiet and the windows are dark, but at night thousands of soft lights turn on.3 мин
A2Life in MoscowЖизнь в МосквеLife in Moscow Moscow is a huge and busy city where life never stops, day or night. In the morning, the streets fill with cars, and the metro becomes a real river of people.1 мин
A2City on the WaterГород на водеCity on the Water Imagine a city with no streets, only canals with clear water. Here, people travel in small boats, and each house has its own dock.1 мин
A2Life in ParisЖизнь в ПарижеLife in Paris1 мин
A2Life on MarsЖизнь на МарсеLife on Mars Imagine that we live on Mars. Earth is far away, and outside the window there is red dust and strange rocks. We live in a big transparent dome that protects us from cold and wind.1 мин
A2A Warehouse in a Small TownСклад в маленьком городеA Warehouse in a Small Town In a small American town, there is a large warehouse. It is located near the railway so that trucks and trains can deliver goods quickly.1 мин
A2The Baker from a Small TownПекарь из маленького городаThe Baker from a Small Town In a small French town lived a baker named Jean. His bakery was on the corner of an old street and opened at five in the morning.1 мин
A2Albert EinsteinАльберт ЭйнштейнAlbert Einstein Albert Einstein was born in 1879 in the city of Ulm, Germany. As a child, he was quiet and started speaking later than other kids. He liked to ask questions and look at the stars.1 мин
A2Neighbors in a Big HouseСоседи в большом домеNeighbors in a Big House In a big house on the edge of the city lived many neighbors. On the ground floor lived Maria. She always baked pies and shared them with everyone.1 мин
A2The Old Park and the BenchСтарый парк и скамейкаThe Old Park and the Bench In a small town, there was an old park. People loved to come there to walk and rest. In the center of the park stood a wooden bench. This bench was very old but strong.1 мин
A1A Letter from the FutureПисьмо из будущегоA Letter from the Future One warm summer evening, Maria found a strange envelope on her balcony. The envelope was made of shiny paper, and in golden letters it said: “Open only for you.”1 мин
A1Life of RooseveltЖизнь РузвельтаLife of Roosevelt Franklin Delano Roosevelt was a president of the United States who led the country during difficult times. He was born in 1882 in New York State into a wealthy family.1 мин
A1Life in the FutureЖизнь будущегоLife in the Future In the future, cities float in the sky and streets are lit by soft lights powered by clean energy from the sun and wind.2 мин
A1Life in LondonЖизнь в ЛондонеLife in London London is a city where historic buildings stand next to modern skyscrapers. The morning here begins with a cup of tea or coffee and a rush to work in the crowded underground.1 мин
A1Life in ChinaЖизнь в КитаеLife in China China is a country where ancient traditions blend with the modern pace of megacities.2 мин
A1A Day Between Work and StudyДень между работой и учёбойA Day Between Work and Study I wake up at 6:30, when the city is just starting to come alive.2 мин
A1City NeighborsГородские соседиCity Neighbors Anton lives in a high-rise building in the city center. Every morning he meets his neighbors in the elevator and greets them.1 мин
A1Life in the VillageЖизнь в деревнеLife in the Village Sofia lives in a small village by the river. Her family’s house is on the edge of the village, next to a meadow and a wheat field.1 мин
A1Life in an Old HouseЖизнь в старом домеLife in an Old House Mark moved into an old house built almost a hundred years ago. The house was tall, with thick brick walls and large windows in wooden frames.1 мин
A1A Day at the LakeДень на озереA Day at the Lake On a warm summer morning, Maria and Alex decided to spend their day off at the lake. They packed a basket with fruits, sandwiches, and lemonade.1 мин
A1Morning in a New CityУтро в новом городеMorning in a New City Anna had recently moved to a new city for work. Her apartment was in an old building with high ceilings and large windows.1 мин
A1A Funny IncidentЗабавный случайA Funny Incident One sunny day, David was hurrying to meet his friends at a café in the city center. He was running a bit late, so he walked quickly, texting on his phone and not looking around.2 мин
A1A Family Trip to the Furniture StoreПоход в мебельный магазин с семьёйA Family Trip to the Furniture Store On Saturday morning, the Petrov family decided to go to a big furniture store outside the city. Dad wanted to buy a new sofa because the old one was very worn out.2 мин
A1Life AbroadЖизнь за границейLife Abroad Anna lived in a small town in her country. One day she decided to move abroad, to sunny Spain. At first it was hard: a new language, unfamiliar people, strange customs.1 мин
A1The House with NeighborsДом с соседямиThe House with Neighbors In a big house on Flower Street lived many people. On the first floor lived Anna. She loved music and often sang loudly with the windows open.1 мин
A1The Wishing TreeДерево желанийThe Wishing Tree In a small town, there lived a boy named Lesha. He was very curious and asked his mother different things every day. “Mom, why is the sun warm?” he asked one day.2 мин
A1My LifeМоя жизньMy name is Anna. I live in a small town. I have a family: mom, dad, brother, and a cat. Every day I wake up early in the morning. I watch the sunrise. Then I have breakfast and go to school.1 мин
A1Life in the DesertЖизнь в пустынеLife in the Desert The desert is a large place where it is very hot during the day and very cold at night. There are almost no trees here, only yellow sand and big rocks.2 минB2The Man Who Spoke Many LanguagesЧеловек, который говорил на многих языкахThe Man Who Spoke Many Languages Victor Larsen was a famous traveler, writer, and linguist. Since childhood, he had dreamed of understanding people from different parts of the world.2 минB2The Bookstore That Only Opens at NightКнижный магазин, который работает только ночьюThe Bookstore That Only Opens at Night In the city center, among noisy streets and bright signs, there was one unusual shop. Its doors opened only when the sun went down behind the horizon.2 минB2A Year Without the InternetГод без интернетаA Year Without the Internet One cold January day, Marina decided to turn off the internet at home. It was not an impulsive decision, but a well-thought-out attempt to change her life.2 минB2The City That Changes Every MorningГород, который каждое утро меняется местамиThe City That Changes Every Morning In this city, houses and streets change location every morning, like pieces on a chessboard.2 минB2La ville où tout le monde parle en proverbesГород, где все говорят поговоркамиThe City Where Everyone Speaks in Proverbs4 минB2The House of Three GenerationsДом трёх поколенийThe House of Three Generations In an old but cozy house on the edge of the city live three generations of one family.2 минB2The Island Where Time Runs SlowerОстров, где время идёт медленнееThe Island Where Time Runs Slower At the edge of the endless ocean lies a small island, home to only about two hundred people.2 минB1One Day in the Big City: The Life of AlexОдин день в большом городе: жизнь АлексаOne Day in the Big City: The Life of Alex Alex lives in a metropolis where the streets are noisy from early morning until late at night.2 минB1A Home for Tails: The Life of LinaДом для хвостов: жизнь ЛиныA Home for Tails: The Life of Lina Lina lived on the outskirts of the city, where stray dogs and cats could often be seen.2 минB1Warm Bread on the Corner: The Life of JordiТёплый хлеб на углу: жизнь ЖордиWarm Bread on the Corner: The Life of Jordi Jordi lived in a quiet neighborhood of a big city, where everyone hurried about their business and rarely talked to each other.2 минB1Through the Lens: The Life of CamilaЧерез объектив: жизнь КамилыThrough the Lens: The Life of Camila Camila had worked in an office for many years, where her days were always the same: morning coffee on the run, long meetings, calls, and emails.2 минB1Evening Lessons: The Story of MarisaВечерние уроки: история МарисыEvening Lessons: The Story of Marisa2 минB1Scissors for the Future: The Story of EliasНожницы для будущего: история ЭлиасаScissors for the Future: The Story of Elias Elias grew up in a small town where there were few opportunities for creative work.2 минB1House from the Past: The Story of NicoДом из прошлого: история НикоHouse from the Past: The Story of Nico Nico grew up in the suburbs of a big city and always dreamed of having his own house.1 минB1Flowers from Afar: The Story of Lea the FloristЦветы издалека: история флориста ЛеиFlowers from Afar: The Story of Lea the Florist Lea lived in a small French town and worked in an office. Every day felt the same to her, and she dreamed of change.1 минB1White Nights of Dr. AnnaБелые ночи доктора АнныWhite Nights of Dr. Anna Dr. Anna had always dreamed of an unusual job that would help people. After graduating from medical university, she learned about a vacancy at a polar station in Antarctica.2 минB1From the Kitchen to Fame: The Story of Chef MarcoОт кухни к славе: история шефа МаркоFrom the Kitchen to Fame: The Story of Chef Marco Marco grew up in the large Italian city of Milan. As a child, he had no interest in cooking and could not even make simple dishes.1 минB1From Music to Medicine: The Story of Dr. LorenОт музыки к медицине: история доктора ЛоренаFrom Music to Medicine: The Story of Dr. Loren2 минB1Albert Einstein: from doubts to great discoveriesАльберт Эйнштейн: путь от сомнений к великим открытиямAlbert Einstein: from doubts to great discoveries Albert Einstein was born in 1879 in the small German city of Ulm, but he grew up in Munich.2 минA2The Life of Marie CurieЖизнь Мари КюриThe Life of Marie Curie Marie Curie was born in Poland in 1867. Since childhood, she loved studying and dreamed of becoming a scientist.1 минA2Life of a Grocery StoreЖизнь продуктового магазинаLife of a Grocery Store My grocery store is on the corner of the main street. Every morning I open the doors at eight o’clock. The shelves are full of bread, milk, fruits, vegetables, and sweets.1 минA2Life with Ten Animals on the FarmЖизнь с десятью животными на фермеLife with Ten Animals on the Farm My farm is located outside the village, not far from a big forest. Ten animals live on the farm, and each has its own character.1 минA2Life Next to a VolcanoЖизнь рядом с вулканомLife Next to a Volcano Our town stands at the foot of a big volcano. Every morning we see its peak covered with smoke. Living next to a volcano is not scary if you know safety rules.1 минA1City on the MoonГород на ЛунеCity on the Moon We will live in a new city on the Moon. The city will have houses made of glass and metal. The windows will look at the Earth like a blue ball.2 минA2Natalie Portman and the Power of LanguagesНатали Портман и сила языковNatalie Portman and the Power of Languages Natalie Portman was born in Jerusalem, into a family with Israeli and American roots.2 минA2The City That Wakes Up Only at NightГород, который просыпается только ночьюThe City That Wakes Up Only at Night Imagine a city where during the day it is quiet and the windows are dark, but at night thousands of soft lights turn on.3 минA2Life in MoscowЖизнь в МосквеLife in Moscow Moscow is a huge and busy city where life never stops, day or night. In the morning, the streets fill with cars, and the metro becomes a real river of people.1 минA2City on the WaterГород на водеCity on the Water Imagine a city with no streets, only canals with clear water. Here, people travel in small boats, and each house has its own dock.1 минA2Life in ParisЖизнь в ПарижеLife in Paris1 минA2Life on MarsЖизнь на МарсеLife on Mars Imagine that we live on Mars. Earth is far away, and outside the window there is red dust and strange rocks. We live in a big transparent dome that protects us from cold and wind.1 минA2A Warehouse in a Small TownСклад в маленьком городеA Warehouse in a Small Town In a small American town, there is a large warehouse. It is located near the railway so that trucks and trains can deliver goods quickly.1 минA2The Baker from a Small TownПекарь из маленького городаThe Baker from a Small Town In a small French town lived a baker named Jean. His bakery was on the corner of an old street and opened at five in the morning.1 минA2Albert EinsteinАльберт ЭйнштейнAlbert Einstein Albert Einstein was born in 1879 in the city of Ulm, Germany. As a child, he was quiet and started speaking later than other kids. He liked to ask questions and look at the stars.1 минA2Neighbors in a Big HouseСоседи в большом домеNeighbors in a Big House In a big house on the edge of the city lived many neighbors. On the ground floor lived Maria. She always baked pies and shared them with everyone.1 минA2The Old Park and the BenchСтарый парк и скамейкаThe Old Park and the Bench In a small town, there was an old park. People loved to come there to walk and rest. In the center of the park stood a wooden bench. This bench was very old but strong.1 минA1A Letter from the FutureПисьмо из будущегоA Letter from the Future One warm summer evening, Maria found a strange envelope on her balcony. The envelope was made of shiny paper, and in golden letters it said: “Open only for you.”1 минA1Life of RooseveltЖизнь РузвельтаLife of Roosevelt Franklin Delano Roosevelt was a president of the United States who led the country during difficult times. He was born in 1882 in New York State into a wealthy family.1 минA1Life in the FutureЖизнь будущегоLife in the Future In the future, cities float in the sky and streets are lit by soft lights powered by clean energy from the sun and wind.2 минA1Life in LondonЖизнь в ЛондонеLife in London London is a city where historic buildings stand next to modern skyscrapers. The morning here begins with a cup of tea or coffee and a rush to work in the crowded underground.1 минA1Life in ChinaЖизнь в КитаеLife in China China is a country where ancient traditions blend with the modern pace of megacities.2 минA1A Day Between Work and StudyДень между работой и учёбойA Day Between Work and Study I wake up at 6:30, when the city is just starting to come alive.2 минA1City NeighborsГородские соседиCity Neighbors Anton lives in a high-rise building in the city center. Every morning he meets his neighbors in the elevator and greets them.1 минA1Life in the VillageЖизнь в деревнеLife in the Village Sofia lives in a small village by the river. Her family’s house is on the edge of the village, next to a meadow and a wheat field.1 минA1Life in an Old HouseЖизнь в старом домеLife in an Old House Mark moved into an old house built almost a hundred years ago. The house was tall, with thick brick walls and large windows in wooden frames.1 минA1A Day at the LakeДень на озереA Day at the Lake On a warm summer morning, Maria and Alex decided to spend their day off at the lake. They packed a basket with fruits, sandwiches, and lemonade.1 минA1Morning in a New CityУтро в новом городеMorning in a New City Anna had recently moved to a new city for work. Her apartment was in an old building with high ceilings and large windows.1 минA1A Funny IncidentЗабавный случайA Funny Incident One sunny day, David was hurrying to meet his friends at a café in the city center. He was running a bit late, so he walked quickly, texting on his phone and not looking around.2 минA1A Family Trip to the Furniture StoreПоход в мебельный магазин с семьёйA Family Trip to the Furniture Store On Saturday morning, the Petrov family decided to go to a big furniture store outside the city. Dad wanted to buy a new sofa because the old one was very worn out.2 минA1Life AbroadЖизнь за границейLife Abroad Anna lived in a small town in her country. One day she decided to move abroad, to sunny Spain. At first it was hard: a new language, unfamiliar people, strange customs.1 минA1The House with NeighborsДом с соседямиThe House with Neighbors In a big house on Flower Street lived many people. On the first floor lived Anna. She loved music and often sang loudly with the windows open.1 минA1The Wishing TreeДерево желанийThe Wishing Tree In a small town, there lived a boy named Lesha. He was very curious and asked his mother different things every day. “Mom, why is the sun warm?” he asked one day.2 минA1My LifeМоя жизньMy name is Anna. I live in a small town. I have a family: mom, dad, brother, and a cat. Every day I wake up early in the morning. I watch the sunrise. Then I have breakfast and go to school.1 мин