Test 1 Read the text "The Unrecognised Republic" and match its parts with the appropriate titles. a) The Main Law b) Celebrated Citizens c) Popular Monument d) Autonomy e) Local Montmartre The Unrecognised Republic "Everyone has the right to be idle", states the constitution of Užupis, the self-declared independent part of Vilnius, Lithuania. 1. Užupis is a small part of Vilnius that declared independence from Lithu- ania on April 1, 1997, as an ironic commentary on globalisation. It has its own flag, currency, president, constitution, and an army of somewhere between 12 and 17 men to defend it. Although Užupis celebrates its independence day every year, no government has officially recognised the area as a sovereign state. 2. The president of Užupis is Romas Lileikis. He wasn't actually elected; he just woke up one morning and felt like being president. Fortunately, Lileikis is a renowned poet, musician, and film director with five movies to his credit. He has also done great things for his republic, including appointing 70 international ambassadors. Honorary citizens include the 14th Dalai Lama. 3. Užupis is bohemian in its character. Situated on the eastern boundary of the Old Town, the area is popular with artists and boasts numerous cafés, galleries, and workshops. The name Užupis literally means "on the other side of the river" because it lies across the fast-flowing River Vilnia. It is home to some of the city's most spectacular views from its steep, woody summit. 4. The constitution of Užupis contains 41 articles in several languages, including Lithuanian, Russian, French, English, Polish, and, most recently, Swedish. The articles include such gems as "Everyone has the right to be idle", "A dog has the right to be a dog", and "Everyone has the right to be misunderstood". 5. A bronze angel blowing a trumpet atop a tall pillar a symbol of artistic freedom has been the republic's main landmark since 2002. The sculpture was paid for by locals and is frequented by visitors to the republic.