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 The Lion Lights Michael Kahumbu lives with his big family in Africa. He has been helping his father to take care (30) __________ their sheep since he was nine years old. Unfortunately, lions’ attacks on farm animals are quite common in their region. One day the boy decided to protect their sheep and (31) __________ lions’ attacks. While walking around the pasture late in the evening Michael noticed that lions were afraid of his moving flashlight and stayed away from their place. Soon he realised how to trick the wild cougars. As a true innovator, he was eager to experiment without worrying that his (32) __________ might not work. This boy, who had taken apart old machines since he was very small, began working on his invention. Despite his (33) __________ of any formal training in electrical engineering, he designed a system of flashing LED light bulbs on poles and placed it around their pasture. Eventually, the word got out about the brilliant “lion-lights boy” and Michael (34) __________ the Lion Lights system for many of his neighbours. And when Michael was 13, he was invited to (35) __________ about his unique system at an international conference. After that successful presentation his invention was (36) __________ globally. 36. 1) recovered 2) remarked 3) recognized 4) remained

После успешной презентации изобретение стало известным во всём мире: recognized globally — «признано во всём мире». Почему остальные варианты не подходят: recovered — «восстановлено», не связано с известностью. remarked — «отмечено, замечено», но не означает широкого признания. remained — «оставалось», не передаёт идею признания.

Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project "Pets in our lives". 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 pets; mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two pets; express your opinion on the subject of the project – which pet presented in the pictures you would 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 for our school project “Pets in our lives” and I’d like to tell you about them. In the first photo, we can see a person holding two small dogs. The person looks very happy and the dogs seem to be friendly and playful. In the second photo, there is a girl sitting on a sofa with a cat at home. The cat looks calm and comfortable. The first difference is that the first photo shows dogs, while the second photo shows a cat. The second difference is that dogs need more active care and attention, whereas cats are usually more independent and quiet. Dogs have some advantages because they are loyal and can become great companions for people. However, they need regular walks and a lot of time from their owners. Cats are also good pets because they are easy to look after and do not need much space. However, they can be less active and sometimes do not like too much attention. As for me, I would prefer having a dog because I like active pets and I think dogs can become real friends for their owners. I believe that both dogs and cats make people’s lives happier and teach them responsibility. That’s all I wanted to tell you about our project. Bye!

Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project "Reading in childhood". 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 kinds of reading; mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two kinds of reading; express your opinion on the subject of the project – which kind of reading presented in the pictures you preferred as a child 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 for our school project “Reading in childhood”, and I think they are perfect for our presentation. In the first photo, we can see a little girl reading a book by herself and sitting with a teddy bear. In the second photo, there is a mother reading a book together with her child on the sofa. The first difference is that in the first picture a child reads alone, while in the second picture an adult helps a child with reading. The second difference is that the first way of reading develops independence, whereas the second way creates a special connection between parents and children. Reading alone has some advantages because children can choose books they like and improve their imagination. However, it can sometimes be difficult because a child may not understand some words or ideas. Reading together with parents is also useful because children can get explanations and spend quality time with their family. On the other hand, it can be less convenient because parents do not always have enough free time. As for me, I would prefer reading together with my parents when I was a child because it was more interesting and made me feel supported. I think both kinds of reading are important because books help children learn new things and develop their imagination. That’s all I wanted to tell you about our project. Bye!

Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project "Hobbies". 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 hobbies; mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two hobbies; express your opinion on the subject of the project – which hobby presented in the pictures you would 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 for our school project “Hobbies”, and I think they are suitable for our presentation. In the first photo, we can see a person taking pictures with a camera, so the hobby is photography. In the second photo, there is a person riding a horse, which shows horse riding as a hobby. The first difference is that photography is a creative hobby, while horse riding is a more active hobby. The second difference is that photography can be done almost anywhere, whereas horse riding usually requires special places and equipment. Photography has some advantages because it helps people develop creativity and save important moments. However, it can be expensive because a good camera and accessories may cost a lot. Horse riding is also a great hobby because it improves physical fitness and teaches responsibility. On the other hand, it can be dangerous if a person falls from a horse, and it also requires a lot of time. As for me, I would prefer photography because I like being creative and capturing beautiful moments. I think this hobby is interesting and relaxing, and I can practise it in my free time. That’s all I wanted to tell you about our project. Bye!

Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project "Family 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 time with a family; mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two ways of spending time with a family; express your opinion on the subject of the project – which way of spending time with a family presented in the pictures you preferred as a child 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 for our school project “Family time”, and I think they are perfect for our presentation. In the first photo, we can see a family spending time together at home and playing a board game. In the second photo, a family is outdoors in a park, playing football and having fun together. The first difference is that the first family activity takes place indoors, while the second one is outside. The second difference is that the first activity is calm and relaxing, whereas the second activity is more active and sporty. Playing board games with family has some advantages because it helps people communicate and spend quality time together. However, it can be a little boring if someone does not like such games. Spending time outdoors is also great because it improves health and allows family members to be active. On the other hand, it depends on the weather and can be impossible on rainy or cold days. As for me, I would prefer spending time outdoors with my family because I liked playing active games as a child. I think such activities are exciting and help family members become closer. That’s all I wanted to tell you about our project. Bye!