8. Are these statements true or false? Correct the false ones. 1. The English breakfast is also known as the continental breakfast. 2. The usual English breakfast consists of rolls and butter and coffee. 3. British people seldom drink coffee. 4. In a great many British homes dinner is the biggest meal of the day. 5. British people eat biscuits, cakes, fruit and nuts for dessert.

Решение:

• 1. False. The English breakfast is not typically known as the continental breakfast; the latter usually includes croissants, pastries, and jams.
• 2. False. While rolls, butter, and coffee might be part of some English breakfasts, the traditional full English breakfast often includes items like eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, and tomatoes.
• 3. False. British people do drink coffee, and it's quite popular, although tea is traditionally more associated with British culture.
• 4. True. Dinner (or supper) is generally considered the main meal of the day in many British households.
• 5. True. Biscuits, cakes, fruit, and nuts are common accompaniments or dessert options in British homes.

Ответ: 1. False (It is the full English breakfast), 2. False (It often includes eggs, bacon, sausages, etc.), 3. False (British people do drink coffee), 4. True, 5. True.