Слайд 2: New Zealand
New Zealand is a very interesting country. It has got a total area of 269.000 square kilometers.
Слайд 3: Two main islands
It is situated to the south-east of Australia in the Pacific Ocean. It consists of two main islands(North Island and South Island) and some smaller ones.
Слайд 5: The capital
The capital of New Zealand Island is Wellington. It is a financial centre too. The city was founded in 1840 and has been the capital since 1865.
Слайд 7: Major industry
New Zealand is rich in minerals. There are some major industries in the country, for example, iron and steel industry. The country has gas and petroleum.
Слайд 8: Rivers and lakes
There are many rivers and lakes in the country. The chief river is the Waikato. Lake Taupo is the largest lake in New Zealand.
Слайд 9: Independent state
New Zealand is an independent state, yet formerly it was a part of the British Empire. The head of the state is the Queen. New Zealand is a self-governing state.
Слайд 10: Parliament
The Parliament consists of one House only, the House of Representatives. The Prime Minister is the head of the government.
Слайд 11: Industry
New Zealand has got heavy industry. There are many plants in the country. Paper and rubber industries are developed too. New Zealand exports wool, meat, butter.
Слайд 12: Educational and cultural institutions
There are educational and cultural institutions in Wellington. They are the University of New Zealand, Victoria University College and others. Victoria University was established in 1897.