Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project “Free time”. 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 ways of spending free time; • mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two ways of spending free time; • express your opinion on the subject of the project – which way of spending free time presented in the pictures you’d prefer and why. You will speak for not more than 3 minutes (12–15 sentences). You have to talk continuously.

Возможный ответ: Hi Kate, I’ve found two photos which I think work really well for our project “Free time”, and I’d like to tell you about them. Both photos show different ways of spending free time. In the first photo, there are teenagers spending time together outdoors. They are talking, having fun and probably enjoying a walk in the park. In the second photo, there is a teenager relaxing at home. She is sitting on a sofa and using a smartphone. These ways of spending free time are quite different. The first one is an active way of spending leisure time, whereas the second one is a more relaxing and passive activity. Also, the first activity involves communication with other people, while the second one is usually done alone. I think both ways of spending free time have their advantages and disadvantages. Spending time outdoors with friends is useful because it helps people stay active and communicate with others. However, it can depend on the weather and requires more effort. As for relaxing at home, it is comfortable because people can rest after a busy day and choose what they want to do. On the other hand, spending too much time using gadgets can be harmful to health and reduce physical activity. As for me, I would definitely prefer spending my free time outdoors with friends. I enjoy being active and communicating with other people. Besides, I think that shared experiences help create unforgettable memories. That’s all I wanted to tell you. Bye!

Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project “Eating habits”. 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 eating habits; • mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two types of eating habits; • express your opinion on the subject of the project – which type of eating habits presented in the pictures you’d prefer and why. You will speak for not more than 3 minutes (12–15 sentences). You have to talk continuously.

Возможный ответ: Hi Kate, I’ve found two photos which I think work really well for our project “Eating habits”, and I’d like to tell you about them. Both photos show different eating habits. In the first photo, there is a girl eating a healthy meal. She is having fruit and dairy products, which are good for her health. In the second photo, there is a group of people eating fast food in a café. They are having burgers and other unhealthy food. These eating habits are quite different. The first one is a healthy diet, whereas the second one is based on fast food. Also, healthy eating is usually connected with taking care of your body, while fast food is often chosen because it is quick and convenient. I think both types of eating habits have their advantages and disadvantages. A healthy diet helps people stay fit and gives them enough energy for everyday activities. However, healthy food can sometimes be more expensive and take more time to prepare. As for fast food, it is convenient because people can get a meal quickly and enjoy it with friends. On the other hand, eating too much fast food can cause health problems and lead to an unhealthy lifestyle. As for me, I would definitely prefer healthy eating habits. I think it is important to take care of my health and choose nutritious food. Besides, a balanced diet helps people feel better and stay active. That’s all I wanted to tell you. Bye!

Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project “Sport”. 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 sport; • mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two types of sport; • express your opinion on the subject of the project – which type of sport presented in the pictures you’d prefer and why. You will speak for not more than 3 minutes (12–15 sentences). You have to talk continuously.

Возможный ответ: Hi Kate, I’ve found two photos which I think work really well for our project “Sport”, and I’d like to tell you about them. Both photos show people doing different types of sport. In the first photo, there is a person swimming in a pool. This is an individual sport because the athlete is training alone and focusing on personal results. In the second photo, there are teenagers playing basketball together outdoors. This is a team sport because players need to cooperate with each other. These types of sport are quite different. Individual sports help people concentrate on their own goals, whereas team sports develop communication and cooperation skills. I think both types of sport have their advantages and disadvantages. Swimming is useful because it helps people stay fit and improve their health. However, it can sometimes be boring because you train alone. As for team sports, they are enjoyable because people can make friends and support each other. On the other hand, they can be difficult because success depends on the whole team, not just one person. As for me, I would definitely prefer team sports. I enjoy communicating with other people and I think exercising together is more motivating. Besides, playing in a team helps develop important social skills. That’s all I wanted to tell you. Bye!

Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project “Sport in our life”. 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 ways of doing sport; • mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two ways of doing sport; • express your opinion on the subject of the project – which way of doing sport presented in the pictures you’d prefer and why. You will speak for not more than 3 minutes (12–15 sentences). You have to talk continuously.

Возможный ответ: Hi Kate, I’ve found two photos which I think work really well for our project “Sport in our life”, and I’d like to tell you about them. Both photos show people doing sport in different ways. In the first photo, there is a gymnast performing with a hoop. She is probably taking part in a professional competition and showing her skills. In the second photo, there are people running a marathon together. They are doing physical exercise and taking part in a sports event. These types of sport are quite different. The first one is professional individual sport, whereas the second one is a mass sport activity. Also, gymnastics requires special skills and long training, while running can be practiced by many people of different ages. I think both types of sport have their advantages and disadvantages. Professional gymnastics helps athletes develop discipline, flexibility and achieve great results. However, it requires a lot of time and effort and can lead to injuries. As for running, it is a simple way to stay fit and it does not require expensive equipment. On the other hand, running long distances can be exhausting and may be difficult for beginners. As for me, I would definitely prefer running. I think it is a good way to keep healthy and spend time outdoors. Besides, I like the fact that I can do it with other people and enjoy a friendly atmosphere. That’s all I wanted to tell you. Bye!

Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project “Tourism”. 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 travelling; • mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two types of travelling; • express your opinion on the subject of the project – which type of travelling presented in the pictures you’d prefer and why. You will speak for not more than 3 minutes (12–15 sentences). You have to talk continuously.

Возможный ответ: Hi Kate, I’ve found two photos which I think work really well for our project “Tourism”, and I’d like to tell you about them. Both photos show people travelling and exploring new places. In the first photo, there are tourists travelling around their own country. They are standing on a mountain and looking at a map with pictures of different places in Russia. In the second photo, there are tourists visiting a famous landmark abroad. They are taking a photo near the Colosseum in Italy. These types of travelling are quite different. The first one is domestic tourism, whereas the second one is international tourism. Also, travelling in your own country is usually cheaper and easier to organize, while travelling abroad allows people to discover new cultures. I think both types of travelling have their advantages and disadvantages. Travelling in your own country is convenient because you do not need to deal with language problems and it can be less expensive. However, you may not experience completely different cultures and traditions. As for travelling abroad, it helps people learn about other countries and meet new people. On the other hand, it can be costly and sometimes difficult because of cultural differences. As for me, I would definitely prefer travelling abroad. I enjoy discovering new places and learning about different cultures. Besides, international trips give people unforgettable experiences and help them become more open-minded. That’s all I wanted to tell you. Bye!