OUTSTANDING EVENTS IN THE HISTORY OF GREAT BRITAIN

             There were many outstanding events in the history of Great Britain. Many different tribes tried to control the territory of Britain. England was added to the Roman Empire in 43 A.D. Roman invasion played a very important role in the history of the country. The Romans built the first roads in the country, dug the first walls. The Romans, who were great architects, constructed the first towns in Britain.

           But the Normans influenced the British civilization most of all. They came in 1066 under the leadership of William the Conqueror. As the invaders spoke French, their speech influenced the English language.

           Once the British had to face the French in 1805 at the battle of Trafalgar. Then Admiral Nelson won a great victory over the French fleet. In order to commemorate this event the monument to Admiral Nelson was erected on this square.

            In the 18^th century technological and commercial innovation led to the Industrial Revolution. The 13 North American Colonies were lost, but replaced by colonies in Canada and India.

QUESTIONS:

1.  What tribes influenced the British civilization most of all?

2.  What happened in 43 A.D.?

3.  Whose invasion played an important role in the history of Britain?

4.  What led to the Industrial Revolution?

5.  What were the 13 North American colonies replaced by?

VOCABULARY:

tribe – племя

outstanding – выдающийся

empire – империя

battle - битва