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Types of Homes British Homes. There are 22 million homes in Britain - big homes and small homes, old cottages and new buildings, houses and flats. (Americans say "apartment" but British people say "flat"). Many British people love old houses and these are often more expensive than modern ones. They also love gardening and you will see gardens everywhere you go: in towns, villages and out in the country. Some are very small with just one tree and a few flowers. Others are enormous with plenty of flowers and enough vegetables and fruit trees. Two third of the families in Britain own their houses. Millions of these houses are the same with two or three bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs, dining-room and kitchen downstairs. To pay for their house, home owners borrow money from a "building society" and pay back a little every month.There are a great many different kinds of homes in Britain, but there are not enough! It is often very difficult for young people to find a home when they want to start a family. British homes are usually smaller than American homes. But like in America, in Britain the older generation of the family and their married children do not usually live together. American Homes. The majority Americans live in or near large cities, but small living-town is still widespread. A suburb (a small community near a big city) offers the advantages of safer, more intimate small-town life with the recreational and cultural activities of the big city nearby. For the typical American family, home may be at different place every five or six years. Most moves relate to new job opportunities, but sometimes the American pioneering spirit and desire for adventure inspire the move. About two-thirds of Americans live in homes or apartments that they own. But many people rent their living quarters. Some high-rise apartments are very expensive and elegant, but many are built for moderate or even law-income families. Many apartment buildings are condominiums or cooperative apartments, which means that each family owns the unit it lives in. More than million Americans live in mobile homes, living quarters built on wheels. They can be moved, but are generally brought to a site that becomes more or less permanent. Then the wheels are removed and the home is attached to the ground. Because they cost less than conventional homes, mobile homes are especially popular with young couples and retired couples with limited incomes. Ответьте на вопросы: 1. What is the difference between the British and American homes? 2. What type of homes did you like most? 3. What can you say about Russian homes?

Answer 1

Ответ:

1) British ones are usually smaller, mobile homes are popular in america, suburbs are more widespread in america.

2)Apartaments

3)Many people live in apartaments, many homes have gardens.

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Answer 2

1. The main differences between British and American homes outlined in the text are:

   • Terminology: In Britain, they use the term "flat" to refer to what Americans call an "apartment."
   • House Styles: British homes often include a mix of old cottages and new buildings, while American homes are described as being in or near large cities, with suburban living also common.
   • Home Ownership: About two-thirds of families in both Britain and America own their homes, but the specifics of home ownership, such as borrowing money from a "building society" in Britain and the prevalence of condominiums or cooperative apartments in America, differ.
   • Living Arrangements: The text mentions that both British and American cultures tend to have separate households for older generations and married children.

2. As an AI language model, I don't have personal preferences. I don't have emotions or the ability to like or dislike things. However, I can provide information and insights based on the text.

3. The text does not provide information about Russian homes. If you'd like to know about Russian homes, I can provide you with general information up to my last knowledge update in September 2021:

Russian homes can vary widely in style and size, depending on factors such as location (urban or rural) and historical influences. In urban areas, especially in larger cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg, apartment living is prevalent due to high population density. Soviet-era apartment blocks, known as "khrushchyovkas" or "brezhnevki," are common and are characterized by their standardized design and layout.

In rural areas, traditional Russian homes often have a wooden construction and are designed to withstand the cold climate. They usually feature steeply pitched roofs to shed snow and are often painted in vibrant colors. Dachas, or summer cottages, are also a significant part of Russian housing culture. These are small country houses where families spend weekends and vacations, engaging in gardening and relaxation.

It's important to note that housing trends and styles can change over time, and there may have been developments in Russian housing since my last update.