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Ex. 1. Are the following statements true or false? Correct the false ones. 1. Travelling by sea was for centuries the slowest way to travel. 2. Ancient peoples settled in lands far away from their origins. 3. Maps and global positioning systems are early tools used by ocean navigators. 4. These first nautical charts were not very accurate, but valuable. 5. European ships didn't need to travel around the world to search for new trading routes and partners. 6. The route to India via the Cape of Good Hope was discovered only thanks to Vasco de Gama. 7. Navigational aids made navigation safer and more comfortable for mariners. 8. English as an international language is very helpful for sailors from different countries around the world. 9. There is no need for a sailor in a multilingual crew to speak English well. 10. In a foreign port sailors are given an interpreter who helps a sailor to speak to port authorities. ​

Answer 1

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Answer 2

1. True. Travelling by sea was indeed the slowest way to travel for centuries, especially before the advent of modern transportation.

2. True. Ancient peoples did settle in lands far away from their origins, and maritime exploration played a crucial role in this process.

3. False. Maps and global positioning systems are modern tools, not early tools used by ocean navigators. Early navigators relied on celestial navigation, landmarks, and rudimentary charts.

4. True. The first nautical charts were not very accurate by today's standards, but they were valuable for sailors in navigating coastlines and understanding basic maritime geography.

5. False. European ships needed to explore and find new trading routes, which often involved circumnavigating the globe. This was particularly evident during the Age of Exploration.

6. True. Vasco de Gama is credited with discovering the sea route to India via the Cape of Good Hope, significantly impacting global trade.

7. True. Navigational aids, such as improved instruments, lighthouses, and later technologies like radar, have made navigation safer and more comfortable for mariners.

8. True. English has become an international language of maritime communication, facilitating communication between sailors from different countries.

9. False. In a multilingual crew, speaking English well can be essential for effective communication and coordination.

10. True. In foreign ports, sailors are often provided with interpreters to help them communicate with port authorities, ensuring smooth interactions and compliance with regulations.