IV.Read the text once again. While reading define if the sentences are true (T) or false (F). Correct the false ones

T	F
		1. Gastronomy is the way of selecting, preparing, serving, and enjoying fine food.
		2. The use of fire by a prehistoric man may be regarded as a major step toward the development of gastronomy.
		3. Italy and Spain cuisine seems have been one of memorable sophistication.
		4. The period of Renaissance laid the foundations of western gastronomy.
		5. The French Grande Cuisine reached its apex in the works of St Auguste.
		6. A fully developed gastronomy appeared in the 5th century AD.
		7. Rice and polenta serve as staples in many regions of the world.
		8. Freshness is rather important in the selection of ingredients.
		9. Modern food-processing technologies have made impossible the use of different ingredients in all countries.
		10. The art of gastronomy is limited to the methods of preparation and cooking.

V. Read the text once again and answer the following questions.

1. What were the earliest centres of gastronomy?

2. How did gastronomy spread to Asian countries?

3. Who influenced the development of the French cuisine?

4. What is the primary consideration in the selection of ingredients?

5. What factors stimulated the increase in the variety of fresh foods in many countries of the world?

6. How are techniques, recipes, and menus usually learned?

7. Which factors are taken into consideration in the preparation of food?