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1 вопрос
№3620

Imagine that you are doing a project on why computer games are popular among teenagers in Zetland. You have found some data on the subject — the results of a survey (see the table below).

Comment on the survey data and give your opinion on the subject of the project.

The survey question: 

  Why are computer games popular among teenagers in Zetland?

Reasons

Number of respondents (%)

Looking for entertainment

46

Making new friends

21

Improving mental skills

13

Developing hand-eye coordination 

11

Seeking relaxation 

9

Write 200-250 words. Use the following plan: — make an opening statement on the subject of the project; — select and report 2-3 facts; — make 1-2 comparisons where relevant and give your comments; — outline a problem that can arise with playing computer games and suggest a way of solving it; — conclude by giving your opinion on the role of computer games in teenagers’ life.
2 вопрос
№3621

Task 1. Imagine that you are preparing a project with your friend. You have found some interesting material for the presentation and you want to read this text to your friend. You have 1.5 minutes to read the text silently, then be ready to read it out aloud. You will not have more than 1.5 minutes to read it.

A long time ago men learnt how to make structures with walls and roofs to protect themselves from bad weather and wild animals. These ancient structures were quite primitive and very different from modern buildings. Still, they gave people shelter and comfort which they needed. Now there are many types of buildings in the world. They vary in size, shape and function. There are several factors which influence the construction of a building. Firstly, builders need to consider which building materials are available or suit better. Secondly, they must know what a building is going to be used for. Moreover, they should think about land prices and climate in the area where they are going to construct a building. It is not a very good idea to build a house with big windows in the north or construct a lot of detached houses in the city centre where land is very expensive.
3 вопрос
№3623

Task 2. Study the advertisement.

An individual approach to everyone in our clinic!

You are considering going to the clinic and now you’d like to get more information. In 1.5 minutes you are to ask four direct questions to find out about the following: 1) location; 2) public transport; 3) types of doctors; 4) family discounts. You have 20 seconds to ask each question.
4 вопрос
№3625

Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project “Preparing for exams”. You have found some photos to illustrate it but for technical reasons you cannot send them now. Leave a voice message to your friend explaining your choice of the photos and sharing some ideas about the project. 

In 2.5 minutes be ready to:

  • explain the choice of the illustrations for the project by briefly describing them and noting the differences;

  • mention the advantages (1–2) of the two types of preparing for exams;

  • mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the the two types of preparing for exams

  • express your opinion on the subject of the project — which way of preparing for exams you prefer and why.

You will speak for not more than 3 minutes (12–15 sentences). You have to talk continuously.

     

5 вопрос
№3627

You are going to give an interview. You have to answer five questions. Give full answers to the questions (2-3 sentences). Remember that you have 40 seconds to answer each question.


Tapescript for Task 3

Interviewer: Hello everybody! It’s Teenagers Round the World Channel. Our guest today is a teenager from Russia and we are going to discuss teen’s attitude towards household chores. We’d like to know our guest’s point of view on this issue. Please answer five questions. So, let’s get started.

Interviewer: What household chores do teenaagers usually have in Russia?

Interviewer: Do you think that boys and girls have the same chores? 

Interviewer: Do you have brothers or sisters? Do your siblings have chores? What are they?

Interviewer: What household chores do you dislike? Why?

Interviewer: What is your general attitude towards household chores?

Interviewer: Thank you very much for your interview.

6 вопрос
№3629

You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Harley who writes:

From: Harley@mail.uk

To: russian_friend@ege.ru

Subject: Family

…For the first time in my life, I’ve participated in a school swimming competition, and my family supported me so much! What’s the best thing about your family? What do you usually talk to your parents about? Do you prefer spending your free time with family or friends and why?

I’m going to a summer arts camp in August…

Write an email to Harley. In your message: - answer his questions; - ask 3 questions about the summer arts camp. Write 100-140 words. Remember the rules of email writing.
7 вопрос
№3630

Imagine that you are doing a project on why some Zetlanders move to big cities. You have found some data on the subject — the results of a survey (see the table below).

Comment on the survey data and give your opinion on the subject of the project.

The survey question: 

Why do you move to a big city?

Reasons

Number of respondents (%)

To get a new job

34

To develop one’s business 

27

To get a better education 

26

To have more entertainment 

8

To make new friends

5

Write 200-250 words. Use the following plan: — make an opening statement on the subject of the project; — select and report 2-3 facts; — make 1-2 comparisons where relevant and give your comments; — outline a problem that can arise with moving to a big city and suggest a way of solving it; — conclude by giving your opinion on living in a big city.
8 вопрос
№3633

Imagine that you are doing a project on what school project topics are popular among Zetland teenagers. You have found some data on the subject — the results of a survey (see the pie chart below).

Comment on the survey data and give your opinion on the subject of the project.

Write 200-250 words. Use the following plan: — make an opening statement on the subject of the project; — select and report 2-3 facts; — make 1-2 comparisons where relevant and give your comments; — outline a problem that can arise with doing a school project and suggest a way of solving it; — conclude by giving and explaining your opinion on the importance of school projects.
9 вопрос
№3634

Task 1. Imagine that you are preparing a project with your friend. You have found some interesting material for the presentation and you want to read this text to your friend. You have 1.5 minutes to read the text silently, then be ready to read it out aloud. You will not have more than 1.5 minutes to read it.

Horses are beautiful and powerful animals that can be found in almost every country in the world. They have oval-shaped hooves, long tails, short hair and long, slender legs. Horses have long been domesticated by people. In the past, they were the most common means of travelling and transportation. Farmers also used them as a source of motive power. Today, horses still serve in work roles. However, they are just as common for sport, recreation and hobby. Domestication of horses has led to wide variations in the characteristics of breeds of horses. They vary from very slim to massive. Some horses are built for speed, strength or steadiness. The most valuable ones are certainly a combination of these important qualities. Horses are highly social herd animals. They prefer to live in a group. There is always a dominant horse in the herd, while others obey it. The dominant horse directs the behaviour of others.
10 вопрос
№3637

Task 2. Study the advertisement.

You are considering going to the fitness club and now you’d like to get more information. In 1.5 minutes you are going to ask four direct questions to find out about the following: 1) location; 2) programmes for beginners; 3) special equipment needed; 4) qualified coaches. You have 20 seconds to ask each question.
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