Sports and Clubs

British universities and colleges place a great deal of importance on sport. Almost all the universities and colleges devote an entire Wednesday afternoon to sport and recreational activities. The most popular sport in UK universities and colleges is football. Rugby, hockey, athletics, canoeing or rowing are other popular sports. The clubs and societies office of your Students' Union organizes several intramural and inter university sports programs during the term in co-ordination with BUSA, the government body of UK university sport.

You'll also find a wide range of non-sports clubs – and you'll probably find one that interests you. From the agricultural club to the wine society, there is every opportunity to pursue an interest or hobby, or simply to try something new.

You can join clubs and societies during the freshers' fair or by visiting the club's office. There will be a nominal membership fee. You can also form a sports club or society of your own.

1. Find the English equivalents in the text for the following Russian phrases:

учебный план университета; великолепный шанс; общественные мероприятия; потенциальный работодатель; пользоваться в полной мере; ценить; союз студентов; устраивать развлекательные мероприятия; сердце студенческой жизни; в течение всего года; варьироваться от...до; зарегистрированный в; сооружения и оборудование университета; преподавательский состав университета; записаться на курс; зарегистрироваться у/в; общежитие; ознакомиться с; встретиться с представителями; бесплатный подарок/билет; в пользу; собирать средства в пользу благотворительности; на территории университета; отмечать достижения; выдающийся; ярмарка вакансий; уделять большое внимание; посвящать чему-л; внутри- и меж-университетские программы; широкий круг; заниматься каким-л. хобби; членский взнос.

2. Mark the statements that are true and correct the false ones:

1 If you take part in extracurricular activities you won't miss home very much. 2 The Students' Union is responsible for finding jobs for students. 3 Entertaining events are held once a month. 4 During international week students are introduced to life on campus. 5 The freshers' week is organized before the international week. 6 If you want to get freebies you should take part in the freshers' week. 7 Fundraising activities are held twice a year. 8 The Summer Ball is a very formal and boring event. 9 Outstanding players are awarded during the Sports Federation Ball. 10 At the Career fair students can show what abilities they have to get a good job. 11 Sport is a very important part of the university curriculum. 12 The Students' Union never organizes any sports competitions. 13 There are only sports clubs in British universities. 14 All students' clubs are free of charge.

3. Answer the questions on the text:

1 Why is it interesting to take part in extracurricular activities? 2 Who organizes entertainment in British universities? 3 Who is invited to take part in social events? 4 What kind of international themed parties are held? 5 For whom is the international week organized? 6 What institutions can you register with during the international week? 7 What do you get at registration during the international week? 8 What is held in October? 9 What opportunities do students have during the freshers' fair? 10 What is the aim of the RAG week? 11 What is special about the Summer Ball? 12 Who is recognized at the Sports Federation Ball? 13 How can students get a job? 14 What kind of clubs can you join in British universities? 15 What are the most popular sports in UK universities? 16 What sports events does the Students' Union organize? 17 How can you join a club or society? 18 Is it free of charge to join a club or society?

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