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139 14. Memorize the following words and expressions: 1) a useful subject – полезный, нужный предмет 2) to be good/bad at sth – быть способным/неспособным к чему-л. 3) widespread – широко распространенный 4) a lot of advantages – много преимуществ 5) to have a successful career – иметь успешную карьеру 6) a must – обязанность, необходимость 7) besides – кроме того 15. Read the text about Anna's attitude to English and answer the questions. ENGLISH IN MY FUTURE LIFE I am studying English at medical academy. I am not bad at it because I studied it at school but I want to know it much better. I understand that it is a very useful subject for me. Firstly, English is one of the most widespread languages in the world. It’s the language of international communication, the language of business, medicine, science, sport, music, programming and the Internet. Secondly, if you know English well, it gives you a lot of advantages. You can read all the latest books and articles in the original; you can enjoy foreign films and music. Besides, when you travel abroad, you can communicate a lot better if you understand people and people understand you. In short, good knowledge of English is a must for a 21st century professional no matter what job they have. Lastly, knowledge of English will give me a chance to take part in various students’ exchange programmes which will help me in my studies and research. That is why I am going to do my best to learn it because in the end it will help me to get a better job, a better salary and more respect from my colleagues. I hope that if I work hard, I will know English well and will have a successful career. 1) Why is Anna good at English? 2) Why is English useful for her? 3) How can good knowledge of English help people? 4) Why is she doing her best to learn it?