Eiffel Tower

Eiffel Tower
Matching definitions
1. landmark A.(n) a strong, hard metal that is a mixture
of iron and carbon

2. attraction B. (n) the form of something

3. iron C. (n) a building or a place that is very

important and easily recognized

4. tower D. (n) a person whose job involves designing

and building engines, machines, roads,
bridges, etc.

5. steel E. (n) a floor of a building

6. gateway F. (n) a machine that carries people or

goods up and down

7. level G. (n) a special activity or purpose of a

person or thing

8. shape H. (n) a hard strong metal that is used to

make steel

9. revolution I. (adj) having the most modern and highly

developed ideas, methods, etc.

10. advanced J. (n) how large or small a person or thing is

11. function K. (n) an opening in a wall

12. engineer L. (n) the way in which the parts of

something are connected together

13. size M. (n) an interesting or lively place to go or

thing to do

14. elevator N. (n) a change in the way a country is

governed

15. structure O. (n) a work of art that is an excellent, or

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the best, example of the artist’s work

16. masterpiece P. (n) a tall narrow building

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Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is not only a Parisian landmark but also an architectural
masterpiece. It is located on the Champs de Mars in Paris's 7th arrondissement,
at 5 Avenue Anatole France, on the "Left Bank ''—that is, to the south of the
Seine river. The historic 7th arrondissement of Paris is also home to many other
famous tourist attractions, including the Musée d’Orsay and the Rodin Museum.
Originally designed to welcome visitors to the International Exposition of 1889,
the Eiffel Tower has been an iconic representation of France and a tribute to the
country's technological strength. Through the years, it has also come to
symbolize the unique identity of Paris as a whole.

In preparation for the 1889 International Exposition, commemorating the 100th

anniversary of the French Revolution, the French government organized a
competition seeking ideas for a fitting monument. The Centennial Committee
considered more than a hundred proposals but ultimately settled on one by the
renowned bridge engineer - Gustave Eiffel. Before accepting the responsibility
for building the tower, Eiffel was known for several notable constructions,
including the Garabit viaduct, which is 160 meters in size over the Truyère River
in southern France, for which he made use of steel as the primary material. The
idea of constructing a 300-meter tower almost entirely out of open-lattice
wrought iron, as proposed by Eiffel, was met with astonishment, skepticism,
and strong opposition due to aesthetic concerns. Upon its completion, the Eiffel
Tower served as the entrance gateway to the exposition.

The Eiffel Tower was unlike anything that had been constructed before; it
surpassed both the dome of St. Peter's in Rome and the Great Pyramid of Giza in
terms of height. The tower was built in only approximately two years, from 1887

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to 1889, using a small labor force and at a low cost in comparison to much older
monuments. Eiffel used his advanced knowledge of the way metal arches and
trusses behave when put under pressure to create a construction that was light,
airy, and sturdy; this building was seen as a forerunner to the modern era of civil
engineering and architectural design. Ultimately, its beauty was proven after its
public debut on May 15, 1889.

The Eiffel Tower rests on a 5-meter-high foundation, and a television antenna

atop the tower gives it a total height of 324 meters. It is supported by four
lattice-girder piers that narrow toward the center and combine to form a single
massive vertical tower. The piers curve inward and are connected by girders at
two levels so visitors can walk on them and enjoy the view. On the other hand,
the four semicircular arches at the tower's base are simply decorative and serve
no function for the tower's structural integrity. The unusual shape of the piers,
influenced by both engineering and Eiffel's sense of art, made it necessary to use
elevators to climb on a curve. Glass-cage elevators, made by the American firm
Otis Elevator Company, became one of the tower's most recognizable features
and helped it become a popular tourist destination. The tower held the record
for the tallest structure in the world until the Chrysler Building in New York City
was completed in 1929.

Every night, at the very top of the hour, visitors may view the Eiffel Tower
illuminated for five minutes, marking the beginning of each hour. The tower was
first lit up in 1889 for its premiere at the International Exposition when gaslights
were utilized. The current lighting system has been in place since 1985; however,
the tower has been lit up in a variety of ways since then. The timing of when its
lights go on and off serves to mark significant global events.

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List of Questions
1) Complete the table below.
Choose NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND A NUMBER from the passage for
each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 1 - 5 on your answer sheet.

THE EIFFEL TOWER

Aspect Details

The Eiffel Tower is situated in the

Location
historic 7th arrondissement of Paris.

1 ………………………………………… to the
Reason for building
International Exposition of 1889.

Engineer Gustave Eiffel

Construction Materials 2 ………………………………………….

The idea was met with surprise,

doubt, and significant
Initial reaction
3 ………………………… because of concerns
related to its appearance.

Completion Date May 15, 1889

Height 4 ………………………………………..

Held the record of the tallest structure

Record in the world until the completion of the
5……………………………………… in 1929

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2) True, False, Not Given:

For questions 1-5, write

TRUE if statement agrees with the information

FALSE if statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this

1. The Eiffel Tower first opened as tourism in 1889. ……

2. Thanks to the Garabit viaduct, Gustave Eiffel was chosen by the French
Revolution. ……
3. The tower was built more easily than most historical monuments. ……
4. The Eiffel Tower was initially constructed as a temporary structure for the
1889 exposition. ……
5. The four semicircular arches at the tower's base are only for decoration.
……

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HOMEWORK
1) Fill in the blank using the correct form of the words above:
1. attraction

attraction (n) attract (v) attractive (adj) attractively (adv)

a. The Eiffel Tower is the most famous ___________________ in Paris.

b. Parisians know how to dress ___________________, always staying
fashionable.
c. Paris is an ___________________ city with its stunning architecture and rich
history.
d. Paris' diverse neighborhoods ___________________ a wide range of residents
and visitors.

2. tower

tower (n) towering (adj)

a. The ___________________ skyscrapers of New York City are truly impressive.

b. We admired the ___________________'s architectural beauty.

3. steel

steel (n) steely (adj)

a. Her ___________________ determination helped her overcome all obstacles in

her path.
b. The construction of the Eiffel Tower involved using a huge amount of
___________________.

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4. revolution

revolution (n) revolutionize (v) revolutionary (adj) revolutionarily (adv)

a. The French ___________________ in the late 18th century had a profound

impact on history.
b. Paris saw a ___________________ change in its transportation system with the
introduction of electric trams in the late 19th century.
c. The construction of the Eiffel Tower ___________________ French architecture
and engineering.
d. Paris continues to develop ___________________ efficient public
transportation systems to reduce congestion and pollution.

5. advanced

advance (n) advancement (n) advance (v) advanced (adj)

a. Parisian businesses constantly ___________________ their products to meet

the changing needs of the market.
b. Paris has an ___________________ public transportation system, making it
easy for residents and tourists to get around the city.
c. The technological ___________________ in Paris have made it a center for
innovation and research.

6. function

function (n) function (v) functional (adj) functionally (adv)

a. Parisian cafes ___________________ as places where people gather to enjoy

coffee and conversation.
b. The city's transportation system operates ___________________, ensuring
that residents and tourists can move around Paris efficiently.

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c. The metro system in Paris is known for its ___________________ design,
making it easy for commuters to navigate.
d. The Eiffel Tower's primary ___________________ is to serve as a landmark and
tourist attraction.

7. engineer

engineering (n) engineer (n.p) engineering (adj)

a. Pierre, the talented ___________________, designed the innovative new metro

system in Paris.
b. The ___________________ marvels of the Eiffel Tower attract millions of
tourists to Paris every year.
c. ___________________ has played a crucial role in the development of modern
infrastructure in Paris.

8. size

medium - size (adj)

full-sized (adj)
size (n) sizable (adj)
large-sized (adj)
etc.

a. The Eiffel Tower's ___________________ dominates the Parisian skyline,

making it an iconic landmark.
b. We rented a middle- ___________________ apartment in the heart of Paris,
which was just right for our family of four.
c. Many Parisian cafes offer a ___________________ selection of pastries and
coffee.

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9. elevator

elevator (n) elevate (v) elevated (adj)

a. Visitors often take the elevator to the top of the Arc de Triomphe to get an
___________________ perspective of the city.
b. Engineers worked tirelessly to ___________________ the functionality of the
city's public transportation system, including its elevators and escalators.
c. The ___________________ at Notre-Dame Cathedral allows tourists to reach
the elevated gallery for a close-up view of the stunning architecture.

10. structure

structure structure structural structured unstructured structurally

(n) (v) (adj) (adj) (adj) (adv)

a. The Eiffel Tower is not only aesthetically stunning but also _________________
impressive with its intricate ironwork.
b. The Louvre Museum's glass pyramid is not just decorative; it also serves a
___________________ purpose.
c. City planners worked diligently to ___________________ the urban landscape
of Paris.
d. The Eiffel Tower's intricate iron ___________________ is a marvel of
engineering.
e. Parisian architecture is often characterized by well- ___________________
buildings and boulevards.

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2) Choose the correct answer
1. I _____ the company at 1 PM on the next Tuesday so wait for me.
A. will arrive at
B. will be arrived at
C. will be arriving at

2. I will try my best to find you Khanh. What _____ that day?
A. will you wear
B. will you be wearing
C. are you wearing

3. It rained heavily yesterday, so I’m so sure that it _____ today too, my friend.
A. will rain
B. is raining
C. is going to rain

4. Our next task _____ on Friday.

A. is
B. will be
C. is going to be

5. I _____ to your birthday party tomorrow if I have free time.

A. will come
B. coming
C. come

6. At 8 PM tomorrow, he _____ dinner with his family.

A. eats
B. will eat
C. will be eating

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D. eating

7. They are confident that he _____ the race.

A. win
B. will win
C. wins
D. is winning

8. She _____ to the party if she's feeling better.

A. will go
B. goes
C. go
D. is going

9. She thinks that at 10 AM tomorrow, they _____ a meeting.

A. have
B. will have
C. will be having
D. having

10. I _____ the garden while you're away.

A. will be tending
B. tend
C. will tend
D. tending

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