автордың кітабынан сөз тіркестері Did You Know That…? Encyclopedia of Curious and Interesting Facts
a source of fascination for humans — источник очарования для людей
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the world would never be the same again.
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controversy — противоречие
acceptance — принятие
it
spacecraft — космический аппарат
celestial body — небесное тело
debris — обломки
electromagnetic radiation — электромагнитное излучение
ultraviolet radiation — ультрафиолетовое излучение
infrared radiation — инфракрасное излучение
exhibition space — выставочное пространство
works of art — произведения искусства
dates back to — восходит к
fortress — крепость
was expanded and remodeled — был расширен и перестроен
royal palace — королевский дворец
Ancient Near Eastern Art — искусство Древнего Ближнего Востока
antiquities — древности
vast and varied — обширный и разнообразный
can be purchased — можно приобрести
ticket office — касса
plenty of — много
wandering — прогулка
treasures — сокровища
tips — советы
in advance — заранее
waiting in line — ожидание в очереди
to avoid the crowds — чтобы избежать толпы
take your time — не спешите
staff — персонал
worldwide — во всём мире
estimated — предполагаемый
object of the game — цель игры
to score — забивать гол
the other team’s goal — ворота другой команды
rectangular — прямоугольный
basic rules — основные правила
regardless of — независимо от
fast-paced — быстрый
action-packed game — захватывающая игра
origins — происхождение
can be traced back to — можно проследить до
leather — кожа
stuffed with feathers or hair — набитый перьями или волосами
tournament — турнир
due to — из-за
Did you know that the oldest person ever was Jeanne Calment, who lived to be 122 years old?
Early Life and Education
Jeanne Louise Calment was born in Arles, France, on February 21, 1875. Her father was a shipbuilder, and her mother was a seamstress. She received a basic education and developed a love for reading, which she maintained throughout her life.
Marriage and Family
In 1896, at the age of 21, Jeanne married her cousin, Fernand Calment. Together, they had one daughter, Yvonne, who sadly died at the young age of 35 in 1934. Fernand passed away in 1942, leaving Jeanne a widow at the age of 67.
Longevity and Lifestyle
Jeanne Calment’s extraordinary longevity has been attributed to a combination of factors. She maintained a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and olive oil. She also enjoyed a glass of wine with each meal and believed in the power of laughter and positive thinking.
In her later years, Jeanne lived independently in a nursing home, where she became a beloved figure among the staff and residents. She attributed her sharp mind and physical agility to regular exercise, including daily bicycle rides.
Historical Events
Jeanne Calment’s life spanned over a century of significant historical events. She witnessed the First and Second World Wars, the birth of aviation, and the rise and fall of empires. Her memory and insights provided a unique perspective on the evolution of the world.
Recognition and Legacy
In 1994, Jeanne Calment was officially recognized as the oldest living person. She received countless accolades and became an international sensation. Her story inspired people worldwide and raised awareness about the potential for human longevity.
Jeanne Calment passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 4, 1997, just a few months shy of her 123rd birthday. Her legacy continues to inspire and fascinate,
reminding us of the incredible resilience and adaptability of the human spirit