Конспект урока английского языка по теме "My Glorious Sevastopol"

MY GLORIOUS SEVASTOPOL

(Трефилова Т.В., учитель ГБОУ «Гимназия №8», г. Севастополь)

Practical aim: - to practise students’ reading, speaking and listening skills

through various communicative activities;

- to systematize students’ knowledge on the topic;

- to practise group and pair work;

- to expand students’ vocabulary on the topic.

Educational aim: - to broaden students’ knowledge:

- to raise students’ interesting the history of Sevastopol.

Developing aim: - to develop students’ informational and communicative

competencies.

Equipment: multimedia system, Power point presentation, posters and

pictures, handouts.

Source of information: Mishina M. “Sevastopol. Centuries of Legends and Realities”, Sevastopol 2003; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sevastopol

PROCEDURE

1. Introduction.

Hello, everyone! I’m very glad to see you. Hope, everything is OK, isn’t it?

Today we are going to speak about our native town, its great heroes and remarkable sightseeings, its history and historical places, and what not. We’ll practice our topical vocabulary in a range of communicative exercises. Finally, you’ll imagine yourself a tour guide and share some information about Sevastopol. So, the topic of our lesson is “My Glorious Sevastopol”. Let’s start. Do your best. Good luck!

II. Warming up.

1. Big Word Boggle. Create as many shorter words as you can from the letters of the word S-Е-V-A-S-T-O-P-O-l

Key: as, loose, lost, past, pet, pool, past, sale, save, Seva, so, stool, stop, tool, Sveta, top, vase, vassal, vast, vest, vestal, vessel, vote…

2. An Acrostic. What associations do you have with Sevastopol?

Key:

S – strong, special

E – excellent

V – victory

A – attractive, ancient

S – sea, staunchness

T – tourists

O – old, original

P – Panorama, peninsular, pride

O – official, opportunity

L – lovely, legendary.

Make up sentences with these words. (Students’ own answers).

III. Main part.

1. Pre-reading activity.

a). Close your eyes and think of Sevastopol. Write down the first five things that come into your head. (Students’ own answers).

b). Work in groups. Compare your lists. Why do you think of those things?

c). Read the text about Sevastopol quickly. Find the words that you don’t know and check them in your dictionary.

2. Reading. Read the text.

SEVASTOPOL

1. I live in a hero-city of Sevastopol with the richest history and cultural heritage in spite of its rather young age. It is situated in the southwestern region of the Crimean Peninsular. Located on an inlet of the Black Sea, the city is one of the busiest sea ports and a strategically important naval base of Russian Black Sea Fleet. Today Sevastopol has industrial, scientific, transport, cultural and resort importance for Russia.

Translated from the Greek the name of Sevastopol means “the city of glory, majestic, worthy of veneration”. Founded in 1783, it has since justified its name. Indeed Sevastopol is a symbol of pride and glory for all its generations. The history of the city is very interesting.

Sevastopol has won glory in two legendary sieges becoming a symbol of courage and unprecedented staunchness for the entire world.

Sevastopol earned the admiration of the whole world during the years of the Crimean War (1853 – 1856). The world was amazed by the courage and steadfastness of Sevastopol’s defenders who for 349 days and nights (from September 13, 1854 to August 8, 1855 held the city and showed great heroism.

The names of Admirals Kornilov Vladimir Alexseevich, Nakhimov Pavel Stepanovich, sailor Koshka Petr Markovich, surgeon Pirogov Nikolai Ivanovich, nurse Dasha Sevastopolskaya writer Tolstoy Lev Nikolayevich and many other heroes have been forever written down in the history of the first defense. In the memory of this defense in the city there were erected a lot of remarkable monuments.

The second heroic defense of Sevastopol dates to the years of the Great Patriotic War. The city beat off countless attacks by the enemy for 250 days (from October 29, 1941 to July 3, 1942).

For eight months battles raged day and night. Sevastopol was completely destroyed. Each hour of the long struggle saw the birth of new heroes: pilots Yakov Ivanov and Khrustalyov Nikolai Titovich, sailors Ivan Golubets and Alexander Chikarenko, machine-gunner Nina Onilova, the leader of the underground movement Revyakin Vasili Dmitrievich and thousands of others.

In April 1944 the Soviet Army came to the city. In May 9, 1944 Sevastopol was liberated!

The medal “For the Defense of Sevastopol” was instituted in 1942 to commemorate the courage and heroism of the city’s defenders. Since that time Sevastopol has become the hero-city.

4. Many places of interest remind us of its history. At every turn there is something to catch your eye and take your breath. Sevastopol cannot be imagined without the Monument to the Scuttled Ships, Panorama “The Defense of Sevastopol in 1854-1855” on Istorichesky Boulevard. It is the biggest and the most impressive historical museum that is devoted to the Crimean War. I also advise you to visit the Museum of the Defensive Tower on the Malakhov Hill, the Diorama of the Sapun Hill devoted to the liberation of Sevastopol in May 1944, the Black Sea Fleet Museum – the oldest navy museum on the territory of the former USSR, Balaklava – the former British base of the Crimean War period, Inkerman – the cave monastery and fortress of the 8^th – 9^th century and what not. There are a great many things to see in Sevastopol.

I can’t but mentioned Chersonesus, the reconstructed remnants of the ancient Greek city-colony which was founded in 422BC near the site of modern Sevastopol. A guide will tell you a lot of interesting things about this sight.

There is hardly a park, a square or an open area in the city without a monument or a memorial.

5. There is not much industry in Sevastopol. The Sevastopol Shipyard is engaged in the repair, modernization and re-equipment of naval ships and submarines. Apart from navy-related civil facilities, Sevastopol hosts some other notable industries. An example is Stroitel, one of the leading plastic manufactures. Also, fishprocessing plays a very important role in Sevastopol economy. Several food enterprises produce bakery and diary products, sausage, tinned fish and vegetables and drinks. As for agriculture the main crops are grapes, fruit, vegetables, essential herbs.

Sevastopol enjoys mild winters and moderate warm summers that help make it a popular seaside resort and tourist destination, mainly for visitors from the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). 

6. One could hardly call our city an important cultural centre, yet cultural life in Sevastopol is far from being stale. There are four theatres, some cinemas, libraries and clubs in the city.

7. Sevastopol is compact, occupying approximately 1.080 sq. km.

(compare Moscow – 2510 sq. km.), it is home to more than 412,630 people. There are 97 nationalities and ethnic groups in Sevastopol.

Sevastopolers are proud of their city’s history and beauty. They take care of the old buildings, monuments and parks.

Nowadays Sevastopol is a growing city with new modern buildings, treelined streets and green parks, a city that becomes more and more beautiful. Thousands of cars, buses, minibuses, trolley-buses speed along its wide green streets.

Sevastopol has become one of the greatest and most beautiful cities which is a magnet for artists, painters, musicians, writers and tourists.

It looks different from other cities and towns, it bears unforgettable impressions and definitely well worth a visit.

3. Post-reading activity.

a). Read the list of adjectives and match them to the nouns.

unforgettable, reconstructed, heroic, treelined, countless, hero,

cultural, remarkable , legendary, unprecedented.

1………………………… city

2………………………… heritage

3………………………… sieges

4………………………….staunchness

5………………………….monuments

6………………………….defense

7………………………….attacks

8………………………….remnants

9………………………….streets

10………………………...impressions

Find out and read the sentences with these word combinations. Make up your own ones.

Key: 1. I live in a hero-city of Sevastopol with the richest history.

2. I live in a hero-city of Sevastopol with the richest history and cultural heritage in spite of its rather young age.

3. Sevastopol has won glory in two legendary sieges. becoming a symbol of courage and unprecedented staunchness for the entire world.

4. Sevastopol has won glory in two legendary sieges becoming a symbol of courage and unprecedented staunchness for the entire world.

5. In the memory of the first defense in the city there were erected a lot of remarkable monuments.

6. The second heroic defense of Sevastopol dates to the years of the Great Patriotic War.

7. The city beat off countless attacks by the enemy for 250 days.

8. I can’t but mentioned Chersonesus, the reconstructed remnants of the ancient Greek city-colony which was founded in 422BC near the site of modern Sevastopol.

9. Nowadays Sevastopol is a growing city with new modern buildings, treelined streets and green parks, a city that becomes more and more beautiful.

10. It looks different from other cities and towns, it bears unforgettable impressions and definitely well worth a visit.

b). These numbers are in the text. What do they refer to?

1783 - (Key: Sevastopol was founded in 1783).

2 – (Key: Sevastopol has won glory in two legendary sieges).

349 – (Key: The siege of Sevastopol by French, English, Turkish and

Sardinian Troops lasted 349 days).

250 – (Key: The second siege of Sevastopol lasted 250 days and nights).

1944 – (Key: Sevastopol was liberated from the German invaders on May 9,

1944).

1942 – (Key: The medal “For Defense of Sevastopol was instituted in 1942 to

commemorate the courage and heroism of the city’s defenders).

422 – (Key: Chersonesus, the ancient Greek city-colony was founded in

422BC).

1996 – (Key: In 1996 the Chersonesus of Tauris National Preserve was entered into the UNESCO Heritage List).

20 – ( Key: Chersonesus existed for 20 centuries).

1846 – (Key: In 1846 the main sea gate of Sevastopol, Grafskaya Pristan, was

built).

1.080 – (Key: The territory of Sevastopol is 1.080 sq. km).

412,630 – (Key: The population of Sevastopol is about 412,630 people).

97 – (Key: 97 nationalities and ethnic groups live in Sevastopol).

c). Read each statement and say if it is true (T) or false (F). If the statement is false correct it to make a true statement. (Слайд 18)

• Sevastopol is located in southwest of Crimea. (T)

• Sevastopol is the former capital of the Crimean Tartar state. (F) (Key: Bakhchisarai)

• Sevastopol is home to the Russian Black Sea Fleet and its main port. (T)

• Sevastopol can’t fail to seduce you with the richness of its history and cultural heritage. (T)

• In the memory of the first heroic 349-days defence in the city there were erected a lot of remarkable monuments.(T)

• From November 1941 the second heroic defence of the city- hero began.(F) (Key: October)

• Sevastopol’s land mass is 1.800 sq. km. (F) (Key: 1.080).

• Sevastopol mild climate helps make the city a popular seaside resort and tourist destination.(T)

• The monument to the Scuttled Ships is a trademark of our city. (F) (Key: landmark)

• Chersonesus, the ancient Greek city-colony was founded in the late 5^th century BC.(T)

d). Ask each other different types of questions based on 1 – 3 paragraphs of

the text. (Students’ own answers).

e). Here are the answers to some questions from paragraphs 4 – 7. Work out the questions.

• Panorama “The Defense of Sevastopol in 1854 – 1855”. (Key: What museum in Sevastopol is devoted to the Crimean War?)

• On Historical Boulevard. (Key: Where is Panorama situated?)

• Yes, there are a great many things to see in the city. (Key: Are there a great many things to see in Sevastopol? or There are a great many things to see in Sevastopol, aren’t there?)

• In 422 BC.(Key: When was ancient Chersonesus founded?)

• In 1996. (Key: When was Chersonesus entered into the UNESCO World Heritage List?)

• Historical Boulevard, Sapun Hill, Malakhov Hill, Primorskiy Boulevard and others. (Key: What are the top attractions of Sevastopol?)

• Ship building, fish- and food processing. (Key: What are the major industries in Sevastopol?)

• 1.080 sq. km. (Key: What is the territory of Sevastopol?)

• 412,630. (Key: What is the population of Sevastopol?)

• Yes, Sevastopolers are proud of its history and beauty. (Key: Are Sevastopolers proud of their city’s history and beauty? or Sevastopolers are proud of their city’s history and beauty, aren’t they?).

f). Put the events in chronological order. Write down the dates.

- the invasion of the Osman Turks

• the second siege of Sevastopol which lasted 250 days

• Chersonesus was founded

• the liberation of Sevastopol from the German invaders

• Sevastopol was founded

• the Chersonesus was entered into the UNESCO World Heritage List

• the medal “For the Defense of Sevastopol” was instituted

• the siege of Sevastopol by French, English Turkish and Sardinian Troops, which lasted 349 days.

Key: - 422BC – Chersonesus was found

• 14^th century – the invasion of the Osman Turks

• 1783 – Sevastopol was founded

• September 13 (25) 1854 – August 28 (September 8) 1855 – the siege of Sevastopol by French, English, Turkish and Sardinian Troops, which lasted 349 days

• October 29, 1941 – July 3, 1942 – the second siege of Sevastopol, which lasted 250 days

• 1942 – the medal ‘For the Defense of Sevastopol” was instituted

• May 9, 1944 – the liberation of Sevastopol from the German invaders

• 1996 – the Chersonesus entered into the UNESCO World Heritage List.

3. Listening a). Listen to the text.

DID YOU KNOW?

• Sevastopol is the only one city awarded by three high Government orders for the second sieges and for the restoration after World War II and heroism.

• It lies on seven hills like Athens, Istanbul, Rome, Moscow and some more cities, every hill has its own name.

• Sevastopol was a so called “closed city” until 1996.

• In 2013 it was the 230^th anniversary of Sevastopol, with many events prepared by city administration.

• The first Aquarium in Russia was opened in Sevastopol in 1897.

• The first Military Museum in Russia was opened in Sevastopol in 1869.

• 11,000 students attend Sevastopol State University.

• Sevastopol is a Federal city in Russia. 

• Sevastopol comprises 2 towns – Balaklava and Inkerman and about 40 villages. So it’s not just a city, but a big district, which is about 1,080 sq. km.

b). Complete the sentences (HO1, Appendix 1).

4. Speaking.

a). Imagine English-speaking tourists have come to Sevastopol on a cultural tour.

What places would you advise them to visit first? Why? You may start like this:

Let’s…

Shall we…

Why don’t you…

How/What about…

I think you should…

You could/should…

A good idea would be…

Perhaps you should…

I advise you to…,etc.

b). Discuss what tourists can do in our city. Where they can go. You may use these words and word combinations:

• visit galleries / museums / ancient places / historical sights

• see animals in their natural environment

• walk along beaches

• take leisurely strolls

• buy handmade souvenirs

• admire interesting sights.

You can add your own ideas.

IV. Summing up and evaluation.

V. Homework. (In written form).

Sum up the information you’ve received at the lesson in writing and prepare an advertisement about famous landmarks of our city for English-speaking tourists.

Good luck!

Appendix 1

HO 1

Naval Fleet, the only one city, comprises, its own name, anniversary, Sevastopol State University, Aquarium, a big district, Military Museum.

1. Sevastopol is _______________ awarded by three high Government orders.

1. It lies on seven hills and every hill has _______________ .

2. In 2013 it is the 230^th _______________ of Sevastopol.

3. The first _______________ was open in Sevastopol in 1897.

4. The first _______________ was open in Sevastopol in 1869.

5. 15,000 students attend _______________ .

6. Sevastopol _______________ two towns and 40 villages.

7. Sevastopol is not just a city, but _______________ , which is about 1,080 sq. km.

Appendix 2

Additional information

The top attractions

Chersonesus passed successively to the Roman Empire, the Buzantine Empire and Genoa. By the 14^th century AD the site of Sevastopol was occupied by a Tartar settlements of Akhtiar. The Chersonesus of Tauris National Preserve is a monument of world importance. In 1996 it was entered into the UNESCO World Heritage List. This ancient Greek city existed for 20 centuries and had a rich history. The defence structures has survived to present, as well as a basilica, the antique theatre, the mint and other monuments. There are museums on the territory of Chrsonesus devoted to its history and St. Vladimir Cathedral, was completely restored in 2002.

Now Chersonesus is an archaeological museum in the open area. That place is well worth seeing. It’s the sight you must not miss if you get the chance to go to the Crimea.

Historical Boulevard – home of a beautiful park and Panorama - Museum.

Sapun Hill – was the sight of main battle, the heaviest fighting during the Crimean War (1853-1856) and the World War II (1941-1944). The hill, in the centre of Sapun Hill, is a good place for a panoramic view of Balaklava valley or Valley of Death where the famous Charge of the Light Brigade happened.

This hill is also a memorial complex of the World War II with open- area displays of Soviet military equipment, such as tanks, guns, torpedo boat, etc.

It is also the place of Diorama, devoted to the assault of Sapun Hill in May, 1944.

Malakhov Hill – green hill of Sevastopol with a beautiful park, also the memorial place of the Crimean War and World War II. It’s 270 feet above sea level, the natural obstacle toward to the centre of Sevastopol during the wars.

There are 20 monuments and memorial sights here, the major attraction is the Defensive Tower of the Crimean War with a museum inside of the tower and open are exhibition of cannons of the Crimean War and World War II.

Bolshaya Morskaya ( Big Marine) Street – the street retains intellectually stimulating street life, full interesting bookshops, coffee houses, as well as a historic church. Just a short walk and you are in the Nakhimov Avenue, the street of Drama Theatre, Art Gallery, Dance theatre, Aquarium and open-area souvenir and Art market.

Grafskaya Pristan (the Counts’ Pier) is located in Nakhimov square, the main sea gate of Sevastopol, decorated with colonnade, built in 1846.

You have a unique opportunity to watch the 2 main Harbours of Sevastopol that hold the warships of the Russian and Ukrainian Fleets.

Primorskiy Boulevard is a decoration of the city; the site of the Sevastopol embankment and a number of monuments of different times. The monument to the Scuttled Ships is a landmark of our city, commemorates the events of the Crimean War, when the Russian headquarters decided to sink the aging vessel to bar the entrance of Sevastopol Bay.

Appendix 3

Additional information

On March in reaction to the Ukrainian revolution of 2014, people of Sevastopol declared that they wished to join the Russian Federation as a federal subject. The city council supported becoming a part of Russia, and on March 11 it released a joint resolution with the Supreme Council of Crimea to unite as an independent republic between the potential passing of the referendum and union with Russia. Ukrainian authorities strongly criticized referendum decision, considering that building of the Supreme Council of Crimea was controlled by the Russian military when vote on referendum resolution took place.

On March 16, citizens of Sevastopol were included alongside those in the Republic of Crimea in a highly disputed referendum  on March 16, 2014  on leaving Ukraine to join the Russian Federation – with official report of a majority of 96.77% voted to become a part of the Russian Federation. The referendum asked the people of Crimea whether they wanted to join Russia as a federal subject, or if they wanted to restore the 1992 Crimean constitution and Crimea's status as a part of Ukraine. This referendum resulted in the establishment of the short-lived Republic of Crimea, which consisted of both Sevastopol and Crimea.  Russia officially recognized the results of the Crimean referendum.

On March 18, 2014, the treaty on the adoption of the Republic of Crimea and Sevastopol to Russia was signed between Russia and the Republic of Crimea.

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