1.Argentina is in the southern hemisphere/ latitude. 2.The taiga/ steppe in Kazakhstan is a large area of grass with few trees.
3.The USA has borders/ canyons with Canada and Mexico.
4.Oil is a an important renewable energy/ natural resource.
5.Brazil is on the equator/ border.
6.Wheat and apples are two agricultural/ industrial products.
7.Kazakhstan is on the same border/ latitude as Germany.
8.The desert/ canyon is deep and has many colourful rock formations.

 I’ve been fond of cartoons from the very childhood and I still like watching some of them. My favourite cartoon is “Tom and Jerry”. It’s not too childish, so people of all ages can watch it. The main characters of this cartoon are the cat Tom and the mouse Jerry. Each time Tom sees Jerry, he tries to catch him, but unsuccessfully. Jerry is a little, smart mouse. He gets away with any prank. The reason, why I like this cartoon more than others, is its kind and funny plot. Each time I watch it, it makes me smile and laugh, so good mood for the day is provided. When I was younger, I also watched “Tom and Jerry”. I can’t say I liked Tom’s character more than Jerry’s, or vice versa. I liked both these characters, as they were good in their own way. Tom often gets in stupid situations while chasing a tricky mouse and that makes me feel sorry for him. Jerry’s mission is not to get caught, because if he does, the cat will probably eat him. So, when I watch the series of this cartoon, I worry about both characters at the same extent. I’m sure I’m not the only child, who likes “Tom and Jerry”. Millions of kids across the world watch this cartoon.

Dear Santa Claus,
My name is Vlad. I'm nine. I live in Murmansk. I go to school. I like to play computer games. I can swim, skate and ski.
I have gor a mother, a father and a sister. We are good friends. We like to go to the park and skate together. I love my little sister very much. Her name is Ann. She is only one. She is funny and I like to play with her.
We like Christmas and New Year. We like presents. I'd like a new computer game and a toy for my sister. We have got a nice Chtistmas tree. Сome and see us. We love you,dear Santa.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
With love,
Vlad