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Прочитайте текст и выполните задания 12–18. В каждом задании запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

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Learning environment

When you think of education, you likely picture a classroom setting with a teacher upfront by the board and students watching the lecture or lesson. The typical picture of in-person learning has shifted greatly, however, with the advent of online learning and the power of technology. But is it really so powerful?   

For anyone who is questioning whether online learning or in-person instruction is better, I am going to share the advantages and disadvantages of each learning environment.   

Let’s consider some of the benefits of in-person learning. Some people look forward to the academic experience they have when they are in-person with their peers and instructor. For some, it’s because it allows for hands-on learning and collaboration with peers at the same time and in the same place. For others, they may feel more comfortable asking questions in-person. When it comes to college, some students want the experience of living in a dorm, sitting in lecture halls, partaking in labs, and engaging in social activities.   

In-person learning is aimed to provide a distraction-free environment. Entering a classroom comes along with fewer distractions. The space is designed and intended for learning and since a teacher is there, you may feel more inclined to focus. It can be harder to be distracted by cell phones or anything else inside a classroom.   

On the other hand, when it comes to learning within an institution’s walls, students have no say as to when or where the class is offered. You simply receive a schedule and have to be there at that time. This can clash with one’s existing responsibilities. Moreover, since you have to be in a designated space at a certain time for traditional in-person learning, you have to factor in commuting time (and costs).   

Online learning is much more flexible. Since education takes place online, you have more flexibility in setting your own schedule. This is especially the case with pre-recorded lectures. Even without pre-recorded lectures, you have more flexibility in your schedule because you don’t have to commute anymore to a location to learn. For students in many countries, obtaining an education seems like a dream when there are no physical school locations or geographical barriers to making it to a specific place. With online learning, access to education has been maximized, allowing people from all over the world to join. As such, you can learn alongside students from different countries and connect to people from every corner of the globe, and when it comes to doing so in an educational setting, students benefit from diverse perspectives. Additionally, you could connect with someone in another location that might become your next business partner or employer.   

Next, compare the price. In the case of college, in-person learning tends to be much more expensive than online alternatives. That’s mostly because schools have high overhead costs, but they also can charge the tuition and fees that they want to, especially when they are privately owned. Given less overhead costs, online education tends to be much more cost-effective than in-person learning. In some cases, online learning can be totally free, such as from online platforms.

When comparing in-person learning to online learning, it’s hard to say that one is better than the other. That’s because it typically comes down to a student’s preference. As you can see, there are advantages and disadvantages to both styles of learning. Depending on your unique situation, you can determine which environment feels more fitting for you and your goals.

18. The main goal of the article is to …

1) encourage students to try online learning.

2) evaluate the benefits of an online environment.

3) share the author’s experience of learning.

4) show pros and cons of in-person and online learning.

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Scientists Start Huge Search for ET

Is there life on other planets? Are we alone? These are two of the (19) _________(BIG) questions humans have been asking for centuries. Now, scientists (20) _________(LAUNCH) a new search to find out if there is... anybody... out there. The researchers are from the SETI Institute in California. SETI (21)_________ (STAND) for Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. The mission of SETI is “to explore, understand and explain the origin and nature of life in the universe and the evolution of intelligence.” SETI scientists will use new technologies to scan the heavens for signs of alien life. They (22) _________(SHARE) their data with the public. SETI hopes that by sharing data, “citizen scientists” could spot things (23) _________(MISS) by scientists.

SETI’s astronomers will use 28 giant radio telescopes in their search for alien life. Now the telescopes (24) _________(LOCATE) all around the world. It will be the first time that a project will search the entire sky for signs of alien life.

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Scientists Start Huge Search for ET

Is there life on other planets? Are we alone? These are two of the (19) _________(BIG) questions humans have been asking for centuries. Now, scientists (20) _________(LAUNCH) a new search to find out if there is... anybody... out there. The researchers are from the SETI Institute in California. SETI (21)_________ (STAND) for Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. The mission of SETI is “to explore, understand and explain the origin and nature of life in the universe and the evolution of intelligence.” SETI scientists will use new technologies to scan the heavens for signs of alien life. They (22) _________(SHARE) their data with the public. SETI hopes that by sharing data, “citizen scientists” could spot things (23) _________(MISS) by scientists.

SETI’s astronomers will use 28 giant radio telescopes in their search for alien life. Now the telescopes (24) _________(LOCATE) all around the world. It will be the first time that a project will search the entire sky for signs of alien life.

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Пример ответа: was built

Scientists Start Huge Search for ET

Is there life on other planets? Are we alone? These are two of the (19) _________(BIG) questions humans have been asking for centuries. Now, scientists (20) _________(LAUNCH) a new search to find out if there is... anybody... out there. The researchers are from the SETI Institute in California. SETI (21)_________ (STAND) for Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. The mission of SETI is “to explore, understand and explain the origin and nature of life in the universe and the evolution of intelligence.” SETI scientists will use new technologies to scan the heavens for signs of alien life. They (22) _________(SHARE) their data with the public. SETI hopes that by sharing data, “citizen scientists” could spot things (23) _________(MISS) by scientists.

SETI’s astronomers will use 28 giant radio telescopes in their search for alien life. Now the telescopes (24) _________(LOCATE) all around the world. It will be the first time that a project will search the entire sky for signs of alien life.

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Пример ответа: was built

Scientists Start Huge Search for ET

Is there life on other planets? Are we alone? These are two of the (19) _________(BIG) questions humans have been asking for centuries. Now, scientists (20) _________(LAUNCH) a new search to find out if there is... anybody... out there. The researchers are from the SETI Institute in California. SETI (21)_________ (STAND) for Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. The mission of SETI is “to explore, understand and explain the origin and nature of life in the universe and the evolution of intelligence.” SETI scientists will use new technologies to scan the heavens for signs of alien life. They (22) _________(SHARE) their data with the public. SETI hopes that by sharing data, “citizen scientists” could spot things (23) _________(MISS) by scientists.

SETI’s astronomers will use 28 giant radio telescopes in their search for alien life. Now the telescopes (24) _________(LOCATE) all around the world. It will be the first time that a project will search the entire sky for signs of alien life.

Прочитайте приведённый ниже текст / приведённые ниже тексты. Преобразуйте, если необходимо, слова, напечатанные заглавными буквами в конце строк, обозначенных номерами 19–24, так, чтобы они грамматически соответствовали содержанию текстов. Заполните пропуски полученными словами. Каждый пропуск соответствует отдельному заданию из группы 19–24.

Пример ответа: was built

Scientists Start Huge Search for ET

Is there life on other planets? Are we alone? These are two of the (19) _________(BIG) questions humans have been asking for centuries. Now, scientists (20) _________(LAUNCH) a new search to find out if there is... anybody... out there. The researchers are from the SETI Institute in California. SETI (21)_________ (STAND) for Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. The mission of SETI is “to explore, understand and explain the origin and nature of life in the universe and the evolution of intelligence.” SETI scientists will use new technologies to scan the heavens for signs of alien life. They (22) _________(SHARE) their data with the public. SETI hopes that by sharing data, “citizen scientists” could spot things (23) _________(MISS) by scientists.

SETI’s astronomers will use 28 giant radio telescopes in their search for alien life. Now the telescopes (24) _________(LOCATE) all around the world. It will be the first time that a project will search the entire sky for signs of alien life.

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Пример ответа: was built

Scientists Start Huge Search for ET

Is there life on other planets? Are we alone? These are two of the (19) _________(BIG) questions humans have been asking for centuries. Now, scientists (20) _________(LAUNCH) a new search to find out if there is... anybody... out there. The researchers are from the SETI Institute in California. SETI (21)_________ (STAND) for Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. The mission of SETI is “to explore, understand and explain the origin and nature of life in the universe and the evolution of intelligence.” SETI scientists will use new technologies to scan the heavens for signs of alien life. They (22) _________(SHARE) their data with the public. SETI hopes that by sharing data, “citizen scientists” could spot things (23) _________(MISS) by scientists.

SETI’s astronomers will use 28 giant radio telescopes in their search for alien life. Now the telescopes (24) _________(LOCATE) all around the world. It will be the first time that a project will search the entire sky for signs of alien life.

Прочитайте приведённый ниже текст. Образуйте от слов, напечатанных заглавными буквами в конце строк, обозначенных номерами 25–29, однокоренные слова, так, чтобы они грамматически и лексически соответствовали содержанию текста. Заполните пропуски полученными словами. Каждый пропуск соответствует отдельному заданию из группы 25–29.

Пример ответа: foundation

Build Your Own Robot!

Lego Mindstorms NXT is back and better than ever! You are lucky if you have such a (25) __________ (COLOUR) set of Lego bricks Mindstorms NXT.

With new robot models, even more customizable programming, and all new technology including a colour sensor, you will never exhaust its (26) __________ (CREATE) potential.

The Lego Mindstorms NXT is the perfect gadget for those who would like to create their own robots the way they like to and with unique features. With active imagination as your guide, there are (27) __________ (COUNT) combinations of robots that you can create, some of which can be rather incredible.

However, don’t be (28) __________ (PATIENT) because modelling takes time.

LEGO Mindstorms NXT is rather (29) __________ (EXPENSIVE), so everyone can buy it.

We hope that LEGO Mindstorms NXT will produce an unforgettable impression on you.

Прочитайте приведённый ниже текст. Образуйте от слов, напечатанных заглавными буквами в конце строк, обозначенных номерами 25–29, однокоренные слова, так, чтобы они грамматически и лексически соответствовали содержанию текста. Заполните пропуски полученными словами. Каждый пропуск соответствует отдельному заданию из группы 25–29.

Пример ответа: foundation

Build Your Own Robot!

Lego Mindstorms NXT is back and better than ever! You are lucky if you have such a (25) __________ (COLOUR) set of Lego bricks Mindstorms NXT.

With new robot models, even more customizable programming, and all new technology including a colour sensor, you will never exhaust its (26) __________ (CREATE) potential.

The Lego Mindstorms NXT is the perfect gadget for those who would like to create their own robots the way they like to and with unique features. With active imagination as your guide, there are (27) __________ (COUNT) combinations of robots that you can create, some of which can be rather incredible.

However, don’t be (28) __________ (PATIENT) because modelling takes time.

LEGO Mindstorms NXT is rather (29) __________ (EXPENSIVE), so everyone can buy it.

We hope that LEGO Mindstorms NXT will produce an unforgettable  impression on you.

Прочитайте приведённый ниже текст. Образуйте от слов, напечатанных заглавными буквами в конце строк, обозначенных номерами 25–29, однокоренные слова, так, чтобы они грамматически и лексически соответствовали содержанию текста. Заполните пропуски полученными словами. Каждый пропуск соответствует отдельному заданию из группы 25–29.

Пример ответа: foundation

Build Your Own Robot!

Lego Mindstorms NXT is back and better than ever! You are lucky if you have such a (25) __________ (COLOUR) set of Lego bricks Mindstorms NXT.

With new robot models, even more customizable programming, and all new technology including a colour sensor, you will never exhaust its (26) __________ (CREATE) potential.

The Lego Mindstorms NXT is the perfect gadget for those who would like to create their own robots the way they like to and with unique features. With active imagination as your guide, there are (27) __________ (COUNT) combinations of robots that you can create, some of which can be rather incredible.

However, don’t be (28) __________ (PATIENT) because modelling takes time.

LEGO Mindstorms NXT is rather (29) __________ (EXPENSIVE), so everyone can buy it.

We hope that LEGO Mindstorms NXT will produce an unforgettable  impression on you.

Прочитайте приведённый ниже текст. Образуйте от слов, напечатанных заглавными буквами в конце строк, обозначенных номерами 25–29, однокоренные слова, так, чтобы они грамматически и лексически соответствовали содержанию текста. Заполните пропуски полученными словами. Каждый пропуск соответствует отдельному заданию из группы 25–29.

Пример ответа: foundation

Build Your Own Robot!

Lego Mindstorms NXT is back and better than ever! You are lucky if you have such a (25) __________ (COLOUR) set of Lego bricks Mindstorms NXT.

With new robot models, even more customizable programming, and all new technology including a colour sensor, you will never exhaust its (26) __________ (CREATE) potential.

The Lego Mindstorms NXT is the perfect gadget for those who would like to create their own robots the way they like to and with unique features. With active imagination as your guide, there are (27) __________ (COUNT) combinations of robots that you can create, some of which can be rather incredible.

However, don’t be (28) __________ (PATIENT) because modelling takes time.

LEGO Mindstorms NXT is rather (29) __________ (EXPENSIVE), so everyone can buy it.

We hope that LEGO Mindstorms NXT will produce an unforgettable  impression on you.

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Пример ответа: foundation

Build Your Own Robot!

Lego Mindstorms NXT is back and better than ever! You are lucky if you have such a (25) __________ (COLOUR) set of Lego bricks Mindstorms NXT.

With new robot models, even more customizable programming, and all new technology including a colour sensor, you will never exhaust its (26) __________ (CREATE) potential.

The Lego Mindstorms NXT is the perfect gadget for those who would like to create their own robots the way they like to and with unique features. With active imagination as your guide, there are (27) __________ (COUNT) combinations of robots that you can create, some of which can be rather incredible.

However, don’t be (28) __________ (PATIENT) because modelling takes time.

LEGO Mindstorms NXT is rather (29) __________ (EXPENSIVE), so everyone can buy it.

We hope that LEGO Mindstorms NXT will produce an unforgettable  impression on you.

Прочитайте текст с пропусками, обозначенными номерами 30–36. Эти номера соответствуют заданиям 30–36, в которых представлены возможные варианты ответов. Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

Пример ответа: 1

An unforgettable trip

When I decided to go travelling, I wanted to get away from everything for a while. I could suddenly feel the freedom and the adventure, and I really wanted it for a 30 _______ time. So I sold all my furniture, gave notice on my flat, quit my job, and then bought a backpack and a ticket halfway around the world.

During my first stopover in Singapore, on my way to Australia, I felt nervous. I sat tired and hungry in my hotel room, 31 _______ with my wish to take a flight straight back home. Because if I felt lonely after 32 _______ 14 hours, could I honestly do this for another 12 months? Fortunately, something inside encouraged me not to 33 _______ up and to see the night through, and I carried on.

One of my worries setting out had been meeting rude people, but I didn’t come across a single unkind person on my travels. In fact, the people I met were everything I tried to be: kind, considerate, creative, down to earth, passionate, warm and friendly. 34 _______ I travelled on my own, I was never alone—all the people I met became my friends. For example, one Italian girl gave me her jumper when I was cold, a Japanese girl helped me cook a meal, and another girl helped me with my bags on a train. Once I met a group on a tour bus who persuaded me to 35 _______ them on a boat trip, which ended up being one of the best trips of my life. And the guy I met 36 _______ chance walking down a mountain on Christmas Day is now one of my closest friends.

 30. 1) high 2) big 3) long 4) huge

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An unforgettable trip

When I decided to go travelling, I wanted to get away from everything for a while. I could suddenly feel the freedom and the adventure, and I really wanted it for a 30 _______ time. So I sold all my furniture, gave notice on my flat, quit my job, and then bought a backpack and a ticket halfway around the world.

During my first stopover in Singapore, on my way to Australia, I felt nervous. I sat tired and hungry in my hotel room, 31 _______ with my wish to take a flight straight back home. Because if I felt lonely after 32 _______ 14 hours, could I honestly do this for another 12 months? Fortunately, something inside encouraged me not to 33 _______ up and to see the night through, and I carried on.

One of my worries setting out had been meeting rude people, but I didn’t come across a single unkind person on my travels. In fact, the people I met were everything I tried to be: kind, considerate, creative, down to earth, passionate, warm and friendly. 34 _______ I travelled on my own, I was never alone—all the people I met became my friends. For example, one Italian girl gave me her jumper when I was cold, a Japanese girl helped me cook a meal, and another girl helped me with my bags on a train. Once I met a group on a tour bus who persuaded me to 35 _______ them on a boat trip, which ended up being one of the best trips of my life. And the guy I met 36 _______ chance walking down a mountain on Christmas Day is now one of my closest friends.

31. 1) striking 2) struggling 3) striving 4) straining

Прочитайте текст с пропусками, обозначенными номерами 30–36. Эти номера соответствуют заданиям 30–36, в которых представлены возможные варианты ответов. Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

Пример ответа: 1

An unforgettable trip

When I decided to go travelling, I wanted to get away from everything for a while. I could suddenly feel the freedom and the adventure, and I really wanted it for a 30 _______ time. So I sold all my furniture, gave notice on my flat, quit my job, and then bought a backpack and a ticket halfway around the world.

During my first stopover in Singapore, on my way to Australia, I felt nervous. I sat tired and hungry in my hotel room, 31 _______ with my wish to take a flight straight back home. Because if I felt lonely after 32 _______ 14 hours, could I honestly do this for another 12 months? Fortunately, something inside encouraged me not to 33 _______ up and to see the night through, and I carried on.

One of my worries setting out had been meeting rude people, but I didn’t come across a single unkind person on my travels. In fact, the people I met were everything I tried to be: kind, considerate, creative, down to earth, passionate, warm and friendly. 34 _______ I travelled on my own, I was never alone—all the people I met became my friends. For example, one Italian girl gave me her jumper when I was cold, a Japanese girl helped me cook a meal, and another girl helped me with my bags on a train. Once I met a group on a tour bus who persuaded me to 35 _______ them on a boat trip, which ended up being one of the best trips of my life. And the guy I met 36 _______ chance walking down a mountain on Christmas Day is now one of my closest friends.

32. 1) else 2) still 3) yet 4) just

Прочитайте текст с пропусками, обозначенными номерами 30–36. Эти номера соответствуют заданиям 30–36, в которых представлены возможные варианты ответов. Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

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An unforgettable trip

When I decided to go travelling, I wanted to get away from everything for a while. I could suddenly feel the freedom and the adventure, and I really wanted it for a 30 _______ time. So I sold all my furniture, gave notice on my flat, quit my job, and then bought a backpack and a ticket halfway around the world.

During my first stopover in Singapore, on my way to Australia, I felt nervous. I sat tired and hungry in my hotel room, 31 _______ with my wish to take a flight straight back home. Because if I felt lonely after 32 _______ 14 hours, could I honestly do this for another 12 months? Fortunately, something inside encouraged me not to 33 _______ up and to see the night through, and I carried on.

One of my worries setting out had been meeting rude people, but I didn’t come across a single unkind person on my travels. In fact, the people I met were everything I tried to be: kind, considerate, creative, down to earth, passionate, warm and friendly. 34 _______ I travelled on my own, I was never alone—all the people I met became my friends. For example, one Italian girl gave me her jumper when I was cold, a Japanese girl helped me cook a meal, and another girl helped me with my bags on a train. Once I met a group on a tour bus who persuaded me to 35 _______ them on a boat trip, which ended up being one of the best trips of my life. And the guy I met 36 _______ chance walking down a mountain on Christmas Day is now one of my closest friends.

33. 1) give 2) make 3) take 4) keep

Прочитайте текст с пропусками, обозначенными номерами 30–36. Эти номера соответствуют заданиям 30–36, в которых представлены возможные варианты ответов. Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

Пример ответа: 1

An unforgettable trip

When I decided to go travelling, I wanted to get away from everything for a while. I could suddenly feel the freedom and the adventure, and I really wanted it for a 30 _______ time. So I sold all my furniture, gave notice on my flat, quit my job, and then bought a backpack and a ticket halfway around the world.

During my first stopover in Singapore, on my way to Australia, I felt nervous. I sat tired and hungry in my hotel room, 31 _______ with my wish to take a flight straight back home. Because if I felt lonely after 32 _______ 14 hours, could I honestly do this for another 12 months? Fortunately, something inside encouraged me not to 33 _______ up and to see the night through, and I carried on.

One of my worries setting out had been meeting rude people, but I didn’t come across a single unkind person on my travels. In fact, the people I met were everything I tried to be: kind, considerate, creative, down to earth, passionate, warm and friendly. 34 _______ I travelled on my own, I was never alone—all the people I met became my friends. For example, one Italian girl gave me her jumper when I was cold, a Japanese girl helped me cook a meal, and another girl helped me with my bags on a train. Once I met a group on a tour bus who persuaded me to 35 _______ them on a boat trip, which ended up being one of the best trips of my life. And the guy I met 36 _______ chance walking down a mountain on Christmas Day is now one of my closest friends.

34. 1) however 2) therefore 3) although 4) moreover

Прочитайте текст с пропусками, обозначенными номерами 30–36. Эти номера соответствуют заданиям 30–36, в которых представлены возможные варианты ответов. Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

Пример ответа: 1

An unforgettable trip

When I decided to go travelling, I wanted to get away from everything for a while. I could suddenly feel the freedom and the adventure, and I really wanted it for a 30 _______ time. So I sold all my furniture, gave notice on my flat, quit my job, and then bought a backpack and a ticket halfway around the world.

During my first stopover in Singapore, on my way to Australia, I felt nervous. I sat tired and hungry in my hotel room, 31 _______ with my wish to take a flight straight back home. Because if I felt lonely after 32 _______ 14 hours, could I honestly do this for another 12 months? Fortunately, something inside encouraged me not to 33 _______ up and to see the night through, and I carried on.

One of my worries setting out had been meeting rude people, but I didn’t come across a single unkind person on my travels. In fact, the people I met were everything I tried to be: kind, considerate, creative, down to earth, passionate, warm and friendly. 34 _______ I travelled on my own, I was never alone—all the people I met became my friends. For example, one Italian girl gave me her jumper when I was cold, a Japanese girl helped me cook a meal, and another girl helped me with my bags on a train. Once I met a group on a tour bus who persuaded me to 35 _______ them on a boat trip, which ended up being one of the best trips of my life. And the guy I met 36 _______ chance walking down a mountain on Christmas Day is now one of my closest friends.

35. 1) connect 2) link 3) unite 4) join

Прочитайте текст с пропусками, обозначенными номерами 30–36. Эти номера соответствуют заданиям 30–36, в которых представлены возможные варианты ответов. Запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

Пример ответа: 1

An unforgettable trip

When I decided to go travelling, I wanted to get away from everything for a while. I could suddenly feel the freedom and the adventure, and I really wanted it for a 30 _______ time. So I sold all my furniture, gave notice on my flat, quit my job, and then bought a backpack and a ticket halfway around the world.

During my first stopover in Singapore, on my way to Australia, I felt nervous. I sat tired and hungry in my hotel room, 31 _______ with my wish to take a flight straight back home. Because if I felt lonely after 32 _______ 14 hours, could I honestly do this for another 12 months? Fortunately, something inside encouraged me not to 33 _______ up and to see the night through, and I carried on.

One of my worries setting out had been meeting rude people, but I didn’t come across a single unkind person on my travels. In fact, the people I met were everything I tried to be: kind, considerate, creative, down to earth, passionate, warm and friendly. 34 _______ I travelled on my own, I was never alone—all the people I met became my friends. For example, one Italian girl gave me her jumper when I was cold, a Japanese girl helped me cook a meal, and another girl helped me with my bags on a train. Once I met a group on a tour bus who persuaded me to 35 _______ them on a boat trip, which ended up being one of the best trips of my life. And the guy I met 36 _______ chance walking down a mountain on Christmas Day is now one of my closest friends.

36. 1) by 2) on 3) to 4) at

You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Mike:

Write an email to Mike.

In your message: 

– answer his questions;

– ask 3 questions about the novel.

Write 100–140 words. 

Remember the rules of email writing.

Imagine that you are doing a project on the reasons for consuming fast food in Zetland. You have found some data on the subject – the results of a relevant survey conducted among people living in Zetland (see the table below).

Comment on the data in the table 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 one can face with fast food and suggest a way of solving it;

– conclude by giving and explaining your opinion on the tastiest food.

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.

Polar regions are often dark with freezing winds, and they receive little rain. Only the toughest can survive in such unwelcoming conditions. Polar animals have developed various mechanisms to protect themselves from the harsh climate. Penguins, for instance, huddle together to stay warm. The ones on the outside of the huddle aren’t so well protected from the cold, so they take turns standing in the middle. A lot of animals have got thick coats or long feathers, like the snowy owl, whose feathers are long enough to cover its legs. Larger animals lose heat more slowly than smaller ones, so many Arctic animals are quite big. A male polar bear can weigh up to 800 kilos. It’s not only animals that need to wrap up warm – plants do too. They have a lot of tiny overlapping leaves that completely cover the short stem. Plants can also stop growing if it’s too cold and start growing again when the weather becomes better.

Task 2. Study the advertisement.

Your old clothes deserve a second life!

You are considering upcycling your old clothes into new designs at an upcycling firm and you want to learn more about their services. In 1.5 minutes you are to ask four direct questions to find out about the following:

1) types of clothes they accept for upcycling

2) if they transform clothes or repair them

3) cost of upcycling service

4) time needed

You have 20 seconds to ask each question.

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.

Прочитайте текст и выполните задания 12–18. В каждом задании запишите в поле ответа цифру 1, 2, 3 или 4, соответствующую выбранному Вами варианту ответа.

Пример ответа: 1

iGeneration: teenagers affected by phones

One day last summer, around noon, I called Athena, a 13-year-old who lives in Houston, Texas. She answered her phone—she has had an iPhone since she was 11—sounding as if she’d just woken up. We chatted about her favorite songs and TV shows, and I asked her what she likes to do with her friends. “We go to the mall,” she said. “Do your parents drop you off?” I asked, recalling my own middle-school days, in the 1980s, when I’d enjoy a few parent-free hours shopping with my friends. “No—I go with my family,” she replied. “We’ll go with my mom and brothers and walk a little behind them. I just have to tell my mom where we are going. I have to check in every hour or every 30 minutes.”

Those mall trips are infrequent—about once a month. More often, Athena and her friends spend time together on their phones, unchaperoned. Unlike the teens of my generation, who might have spent an evening tying up the family landline with gossip, they talk on Snapchat, a smartphone app that allows users to send pictures and videos that quickly disappear. They make sure to keep up their Snapstreaks, which show how many days in a row, they have Snapchatted with each other. She told me she had spent most of the summer hanging out alone in her room with her phone. That is just the way her generation is, she said. “We didn’t know any life other than with iPads or iPhones. I think we like our phones more than we like actual people.”

Some generational changes are positive, some are negative, and many are both. More comfortable in their bedrooms than in a car or at a party, today’s teens are physically safer than teens have ever been. They are markedly less likely to get into a car accident and, having less of a taste for alcohol than their predecessors, are less susceptible to drinking’s attendant ills.

Psychologically, however, they are more vulnerable than Millennials were: rates of teen depression and suicide have skyrocketed since 2011. It is not an exaggeration to describe iGen as being on the brink of the worst mental-health crisis in decades. Much of this deterioration can be traced to their phones.

However, in my conversations with teens, I saw hopeful signs that kids themselves are beginning to link some of their troubles to their ever-present phone. Athena told me that when she does spend time with her friends in person, they are often looking at their device instead of at her. “I’m trying to talk to them about something, and they don’t actually look at my face,” she said. “They’re looking at their phone, or they’re looking at their Apple Watch.” “What does that feel like when you’re trying to talk to somebody face-to-face and they’re not looking at you?” I asked. “It kind of hurts,” she said. “It hurts. I know my parents’ generation didn’t do that. I could be talking about something super important to me, and they wouldn’t even be listening.”

Once, she told me, she was hanging out with a friend who was texting her boyfriend. “I was trying to talk to her about my family, and what was going on, and she was like, ‘Uh-huh, yeah, whatever.’ So I took her phone out of her hands and I threw it at the wall.”

Though it is aggressive behavior that I don’t support, on the other hand, it is a step towards a life with limited phone use. So, if I were going to give advice for a happy adolescence, it would be straightforward: put down the phone, turn off the laptop, and do something—anything—that does not involve a screen.

16. That in “I know my parents’ generation didn’t do that” (paragraph 5) refers to …

1) behaving in a mean way.

2) discussing their problems.

3) listening attentively to friends.

4) being glued to their phones.