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IX. Перепишите и переведите текст.
TURKISH RAILWAYS
Turkish State Railways (TCDD) is a corporation, which plays an important role in the
development of the Turkish economy.
The history of the railways in Turkey began on 23 September 1856 when, by a decree of
the Ottoman Sultan, a British company was awarded the privilege of constructing and operating
a 130 km line between Izmir and Aydin. The corporation “National Railways” was established
in 1923, when the country became a republic. Today the length of the railway network is
10,361 km, including 8,430 km of main lines and 1,931 km of secondary lines.
In almost 150 years of their history, Turkish Railways have undergone a number of
changes. The new strategy includes plans for upgrading the existing lines and stations,
modernizing rolling stock. Much is done to create a positive image among the public and attract
customers to the railways. As a part of a new strategy, TCDD has purchased and put into
operation new, more comfortable passenger carriages such as:
- Fatih Expresi, new Pullman coaches of high comfort level, with aircraft-type seats, air-
conditioning and a modern lighting system. Lunch is offered during the journey;
- new coaches designed for modern business travelers. They consist of three double-
rooms, a sitting room, a toilet, a bath and an American bar, with the atmosphere of a first class
hotel on wheels. Some facilities such as telephone, fax and data modem terminals are also
available to passengers;
- special sleeping cars provide the passengers with a high level of comfort and everything
to make him feel at home;
- restaurant cars with improved quality Turkish food uphold the railway tradition of
hospitality.
A system of different tariffs has been introduced for the different market segments to
attract potential customers to the railways. Price reductions and special tours have been
arranged for students, teachers, children and families. TCCD has laid special emphasis on
tourist-oriented passenger transport organized in close cooperation with tourist agencies. Steam
train excursions have been operated in some cities, providing comfortable services in an
historical and nostalgic atmosphere. Special steam train tours have also been organized through
sites of particular natural beauty.
X. Составьте утверждения, выбрав правильный вариант согласно тексту.
1. The history of the railways in Turkey began…
a) in 1756. b) in 1856. c) in 1923.
2. The first railway line in Turkey was constructed by…
a) a Turkish firm. b) a French firm. c) a British firm.
3. The new strategy of TCDD includes plans for…
a) upgrading all terminals. b) reconstructing signaling equipment. c) modernizing rolling
stock.
4. The length of the railway network in Turkey is…
a) 1,931 km. b) 8,430 km. c) 10,361 km.
5. Fatih Expresi
are…
a) special sleeping coaches with a high level of comfort. b) restaurant cars with Turkish
food. c) new Pullman coaches with aircraft-type seats.

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