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Unit 1.2 Common language
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1. Complete the text with the correct words.

SYSTEMS OF MEASUREMENT

Systems of measurement are used to measure 1., volume, and weight.
There are two main systems. SI or 2. system is based on multiples of 3. . It was established in 4. in the 18th century. It has spread all over the world and was introduced in 5. in 1965.
The 6. system is mainly adopted by Britain and the US. It was established in Britain in 7. . It has been adopted in a few countries outside Europe and it forms the base for the United States 8. system.
2. Match the expressions in English with their Italian equivalent.
MiglioPollicePintaLibbraGalloneOnciaIardaSistema Consuetudinario Statunitense
Inch →
Mile →
Ounce →
Pint →
Pound →
Yard →
United States Customary →
Gallon →
3. Match each units of measurement of the imperial system to the correct question.
Fluid ounceGallonInchPintYardOunce
Which units of measurement of the imperial system are used to order beer in a pub? →
Which units of measurement of the imperial system are used to weigh gold? →
Which units of measurement of the imperial system are used to establish the price of petrol? →
Which units of measurement of the imperial system are used to give information about the quantity of liquid bottled medications? →
Which units of measurement of the imperial system are used to talk about the dimensions of American football fields? →
Which units of measurement of the imperial system are used to measure PC and TV screen? →