Вы услышите диалог. Определите, какие из приведённых утверждений А–G соответствуют содержанию текста (1 – True), какие не соответствуют (2 – False) и о чём в тексте не сказано, то есть на основании текста нельзя дать ни положительного, ни отрицательного ответа (3 – Not stated). Занесите номер выбранного Вами варианта ответа в таблицу. Вы услышите запись дважды. Пример ответа: 1231231 A. Jim and Bella are happy the school year is over. B. Jim has packed some warm clothes for his trip to Spain. C. Jim is a professional photographer. D. Both Jim and Bella love reading books on holiday. E. Bella packs sketching pencils into her suitcase. F. Jim has never seen Bella’s sketchbooks. G. Bella never takes photos when she’s on holiday.

Jim: Hi, Bella. It's so good to see you. How are you? Bella: Oh, hi, Jim. Summer holidays have just begun, so I'm great. What about you? Jim: Same. I can't believe there's no more homework and I can do what I want. Bella: Do you have any particular plans for your summer holidays? Jim: Of course I do. In fact, I'm leaving for Spain tomorrow. I'm going to spend some time lying on the beach doing nothing. I think I've deserved it after such a hard academic year. Bella: Definitely. Have you packed your suitcase yet? It's important to take everything you need. Jim: You know me. I'm a light packer. I don't need many things. I've packed only T-shirts and shorts and swimming trunks. Of course I'm taking my camera with me. I like taking pictures of everything I find interesting when I'm on holiday. Bella: Are you going to take a book to read? I love reading on the beach. Of course, I don't read any serious novels while I'm on holiday. Jim: Oh no, I'm not that much of a bookworm. Reading is just not my cup of tea. I prefer listening to music on the beach and my phone is always on me anyway. So…. Bella: I see. Well, Jim, when I need to pack my suitcase, I never have enough room there for my things. I take a book, a sketchbook and sketching markers, a lot of clothes and cosmetics, maybe my diary. Jim: Oh really? Bella, why do you need a sketchbook and a diary on the beach? Bella: I like to put my impressions on paper. It could be a quick sketch. Sometimes a drawing can say more about your feelings and emotions than any words. Plus, every evening, I write a page in my diary, and my holidays are not an exception. Jim: I wish I could see your holiday sketchbooks. There must be a lot of interesting pictures there. It's probably even better than photos as they are sure to reflect your personal impressions. Bella: Well, yes and no. On the one hand, such drawings are certainly unique and original, but on the other hand, even a quick sketch takes much more time than a snapshot. Jim: You can take photos and then use them as references for your future drawings then. In this case, you won't have to be in a hurry, right? Bella: Look, Jim, it's not half a bad idea. This way, I can make a real travel book without being in a hurry. Jim: I'm glad to have been of some help, Ella. Sorry, but I've got to go now. I'm leaving tomorrow and there's still a lot I have to do. Bella: Bye, Jim. Have a nice trip. Jim: Thank you, Bella. Goodbye.

Вы услышите диалог. Определите, какие из приведённых утверждений А–G соответствуют содержанию текста (1 – True), какие не соответствуют (2 – False) и о чём в тексте не сказано, то есть на основании текста нельзя дать ни положительного, ни отрицательного ответа (3 – Not stated). Занесите номер выбранного Вами варианта ответа в таблицу. Вы услышите запись дважды. Пример ответа: 1231231 A. Steve didn’t want to meet Karen. B. Steve wants Karen to give him some advice. C. Steve’s host family lives close to his future school. D. Steve will have to buy another mobile phone in Russia. E. Karen was generally satisfied with Russian public transport. F. Karen thinks buses are the best means of transport in Russia. G. Steve feels more confident after talking to Karen.

Karen: Hi, Steve. You look so deep in your thoughts. What's the matter with you? Steve: Oh, hi, Karen. It's so good that I have met you. I have been looking for you, actually. Karen: Why? What's up? Steve: Remember I decided to take part in the exchange programme? Karen: Yes, of course. Steve: So, I'll spend the next term in Russia. It's going to be a city somewhere in the central part of Russia. It's called Kirov, but the locals call it Vyatka. Karen: Congratulations! I was an AFS student in Russia too, though I stayed in Kazan. In fact, it's not that far from Kirov, I believe. We should look at the map. Steve: That's great, Karen. I do hope you can give me some useful tips on my future trip. Karen: I'll be only happy to help you. What would you like to know? Steve: As far as I understand, I don't have to worry about how I will get to my destination, am I right? Karen: Yes, you are. You'll be met at the airport in Moscow and there will be a transfer to Kirov. Your accommodation is already settled upon, if I'm not mistaken. Steve: Yes, I'm going to stay with a family with two kids. One of them is my age and I'm going to study in the same class with him. Karen: I think that's very convenient. He may sit next to you and help you when you need it. This way you'll get used to your new life much quicker. Steve: What about clothes? Should I pack warm clothes? Karen: Oh, winters are harsh there. I strongly advise you take a lot of warm clothes and footwear. Steve: OK. Will my mobile phone work there? Karen: It'll work fine, but I had to change the operator to save my money. It was cheaper that way. I think your host family will help you there. Steve: OK. Did you have to use public transport? Karen: Well, I got to school by a city bus. I found public transport in Russia to be quite good, rather cheap and easy to use, though sometimes overcrowded. Steve: Did you use the taxi service at all? Karen: Sometimes. It's not that expensive. Steve: OK. Is there anything else I need to know? Karen: Let me think. You will need a converter with you for your electrical items. Steve: Thank you. Now I feel much better about my upcoming adventure. Karen: Don't worry. You'll be fine. You'll enjoy it, believe me. Steve: I hope so. Look, I've got to go. See you later. Karen: Bye.

Вы услышите диалог. Определите, какие из приведённых утверждений А–G соответствуют содержанию текста (1 – True), какие не соответствуют (2 – False) и о чём в тексте не сказано, то есть на основании текста нельзя дать ни положительного, ни отрицательного ответа (3 – Not stated). Занесите номер выбранного Вами варианта ответа в таблицу. Вы услышите запись дважды. Пример ответа: 1231231 A. Sam will be unhappy if his parents choose to visit Greece. B. Mary has never been to Greece. C. Many tourists go to Mull in summer. D. The Isle of Mull has a rich history. E. Mary’s cousin doesn’t like living in Mull. F. Mary’s favorite pastime is fishing. G. Mary’s cousin has the best guest house in Mull.

Sam: Hi, Mary. Long time no see. How are you? You look amazing. Mary: Oh, hi, Sam. Thank you for the compliment. I feel fresh after my trip to Scotland. Sam: Lucky you. I haven't gone anywhere yet this summer, though my parents have been looking through some travel brochures. I think they'll choose Greece, which isn't bad. I love Greece. Mary: Greece is great. I was there a couple of years ago with my mum and dad. I wish we could go there again someday. Sam: Well, coming back to your holiday, where exactly in Scotland were you? Mary: I may have told you that my elder cousin lives on Mull. That's a Scottish island. Sam: Oh yes. I think I saw a picture of Mull once. It looked sensational — blue and mountainous. Mary: You've given a very good description of it. It has a local population of just 3,000 people, but during the summer months it's a popular tourist destination. Sam: Why do so many tourists go there? Mary: I think it's because of the history of the place. In the 19th century, it was used as a transit camp for people moving to New Zealand. Perhaps Mull people imposed the culture of sheep farming there. And all across Mull, you will find old ruins. In fact, some of them as old as the 10th century. Sam: Is your cousin into sheep farming, then? Mary: Oh, no, she isn't. She has a small guesthouse and a bakery. It's not much in terms of money, but she loves the nature there. She and her husband are very happy there. Sam: I bet you took a lot of photos while you were there. Mary: Of course I did. You know how I love taking pictures wherever I go. Mull has beautiful island landscapes. The sunsets in Mull are unforgettable. There are also some mountains there — not tall, but beautiful. The best of them is Ben Moor, or maybe Hill of the Two Winds. My cousin says I should see them in early spring, when they are still topped with snow. Sam: What can tourists do there, apart from looking at old sites? Mary: Well, a lot of them go because Mull has many great fishing spots. Besides, it's a popular place for ecotourism because it's one of the few places with sea eagles. Sam: It looks like I simply must go to Mull for my next summer holidays. Mary: You may book a room in my cousin's guesthouse, Sam. It's very good. Sam: That's a great idea, Mary. I'll do that.

Вы услышите диалог. Определите, какие из приведённых утверждений А–G соответствуют содержанию текста (1 – True), какие не соответствуют (2 – False) и о чём в тексте не сказано, то есть на основании текста нельзя дать ни положительного, ни отрицательного ответа (3 – Not stated). Занесите номер выбранного Вами варианта ответа в таблицу. Вы услышите запись дважды. Пример ответа: 1231231 A. Kate doesn’t like rainy weather. B. Josh likes watching TV. C. Kate often played Monopoly in her childhood. D. Cluedo is a board game which needs one player. E. Cluedo has a dice and a game board. F. One quickly gets bored with Cluedo. G. Kate isn’t interested in playing Cluedo.

Josh: Hi, Kate. Long time no see. How are things? Kate: Oh, hi, Josh. It's so good to see you. I'm fine, thanks. What about you? Josh: Not bad, thanks. It's our summer holidays after all. One is supposed to enjoy them, right? Kate: How can I possibly enjoy my summer holidays in such weather? The rain is killing me. It has been raining for two weeks already, hasn't it? Josh: I think so. Still, I don't mind it. Kate: Don't you feel bored? I don't have anything interesting to do. I don't like reading and there's nothing good on TV, so I feel trapped. Josh: Well, I play board games with my sister and her friends. Kate: Board games? Who plays Monopoly at the age of seventeen? It's even more boring than watching all those endless talk shows on TV. Josh: We don't play Monopoly. We play Cluedo. Kate: I have never heard about this game. Tell me about it, please. Josh: Basically, this is a board game for a small group, six players maximum. It's a murder mystery game. According to the game plot, someone has been killed and the players assume the roles of the suspects. Each player has some certain information about the murder, but they need more to solve the puzzle, so you have to be very careful not to reveal your information to other players and learn as much information from them as possible at the same time. Kate: It must have a game board then. Do the players have to move around it to collect the clues about the circumstances of the crime? Josh: Exactly. The board represents an old mansion with many rooms. You throw a dice and move around the board. Kate: It reminds me of Agatha Christie's detective stories. You know, an old castle, several people who are stuck there for some reason, and there's a crime. One of those people has committed it. But who? Josh: I've never thought about it, but I think you're right. Probably, the game developer was inspired by Agatha Christie's stories. I'll have to look it up on the internet. Anyway, the rules of the game leave the players three hundred and twenty-four possibilities, so you won't get bored playing it. Kate: The game seems to be very exciting. Will you invite me to play with you some day? Josh: Sure. The more players, the better. Why don't you join us tonight? Let's say six o'clock? Kate: I'll have to ask my mother about it, but I'm sure she won't mind. Josh: It's a date then. I'm sure you'll enjoy the game, Kate. Kate: Thanks, Josh. So see you in the evening. Josh: See you!

Вы услышите диалог. Определите, какие из приведённых утверждений А–G соответствуют содержанию текста (1 – True), какие не соответствуют (2 – False) и о чём в тексте не сказано, то есть на основании текста нельзя дать ни положительного, ни отрицательного ответа (3 – Not stated). Занесите номер выбранного Вами варианта ответа в таблицу. Вы услышите запись дважды. Пример ответа: 1231231 A. The conversation takes place on Tuesday. B. Jack knows what kind of present they will buy for Linda. C. Rose knows Linda better than Jack does. D. Linda follows the latest fashion trends. E. Linda doesn’t like gift certificates. F. Linda can’t have a pet because of her mother. G. Rose and Jack are going to the shop straight away.

Jack: Hello, Rose. It's great you are here. I need to talk to you. Rose: Oh, hi Jack. Why? What's the matter? Jack: I hope you do remember it's Linda's birthday tomorrow. Rose: Her birthday is on Wednesday. Jack: Yes, it is. And today is… Rose: Oh, I've clean forgotten. What are we going to do? We don't even have a present. Jack: Don't you worry. We still have enough time to buy one. We just need to decide what to buy. Rose: It's the hardest thing. We've known Linda for ages and we've given her so many presents already. Jack: Yes, we need to think of something new. Rose: It can't be clothes or perfume. Linda loves these things. And she's a true fashionista, but her taste is very changeable. She likes one thing today, but she is into something else the next day, so we may make a mistake. Jack: I agree. So what is left? Rose: Maybe a gift certificate? What present can be better than being given a choice? It can be a gift certificate to some clothes shop or a jewellery outlet. Jack: I don't know. I wouldn't like such a present. It looks as if you don't care and don't want to spend time choosing a proper gift. Rose: Well, there's a grain of truth in what you've said. So then, what are we going to buy after all, Jack? Jack: Rose, I think I have an idea. Why don't we buy her a pet? She doesn't have any. Surely she'd be happy to get a kitten or a puppy. Rose: No, she doesn't, because she is allergic to most pets, right? Jack: Oh no, I've run out of ideas then. I'm lost. It's your turn to come up with something now. Rose: Look, we can buy her a dancing mat! Jack: A dancing mat? What is it? I've never heard of dancing mats. Rose: It's a device which you can connect to your laptop or PC and put on some music and dance to it, and the mat shows you how to move. It shows you the steps and things like that. You can select different dancing styles and learn to dance very quickly indeed. Jack: Yes, she is going to love it. She'll be a disco queen in a couple of months this way. That's a great idea, Rose. I hope it's not that expensive though. I'm a bit short of money at the moment. Rose: It's affordable, I'm sure. So what are we waiting for? Let's go to the shop, shall we? I don't have any plans for today anyway. Jack: Okay, let's go. I'm free at the moment.