Сборник упражнений по английскому языку

came automatically the property of the king and was not permitted to work. When a subject incurred the king's displeasure, the angry mon ­ arch would bestow one of his white elephants on him as a gift. The enormous appetite and utter uselessness of the animal would soon plunge the «gifted» man into financial ruin. Can you explain the mean­ ing of «red herring»? The original red herrings were strong-smelling fish that the fox hunters of Old England dragged across the fox's trail to confuse the hounds and give the quarry a sporting chance. Today the meaning of red herring has been broadened to signify a misleading statement that diverts our attention from the real issues. 40. Read the verse and learn it by heart. Try to follow the given advice in your daily life. The ABC of Happiness Aspire to reach your potential Believe in yourself Create a good life Dream aboul what you might become Exercise frequently Glorify the creative spirit Humour yourself and others hnagine great things Joyfully live each day Kindly help others Love one another Meditate daily Nurture the environment Organize for harmonious action Praise performance well done Regulate your behaviour Smile often Think rationally Understand yourself 19