Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project "Summer holidays". 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 summer holidays; mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two ways of spending summer holidays; express your opinion on the subject of the project – which way of spending summer holidays 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 which I think are perfect for our project “Summer holidays”, and I’d like to tell you about them. The first photo shows people spending their summer holidays in a tent near a lake. They are enjoying nature and relaxing outdoors. The second photo shows a family having a holiday at a hotel or a resort with a swimming pool. They are spending time together and having fun. The main difference between these pictures is that the first way of spending holidays is camping in the countryside, while the second one is staying at a comfortable resort. Another difference is that the first holiday is closer to nature, whereas the second one offers more facilities and entertainment. Both ways of spending summer holidays have their advantages and disadvantages. Camping is a good way to enjoy fresh air, relax and spend less money. However, it can be uncomfortable because people have to live without many modern facilities. Holidays at a resort are more convenient because tourists can use a swimming pool, have comfortable rooms and enjoy different activities. But this type of holiday can be quite expensive and crowded. Personally, I would prefer spending summer holidays at a resort because I like comfort and different entertainments. I think it is a great way to relax and spend time with family or friends. That’s all I wanted to tell you. Bye!

Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project "Dream jobs". 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 jobs; mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two jobs; express your opinion on the subject of the project – which job 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 which I think are suitable for our project “Dream jobs”, and I’d like to tell you about them. The first photo shows a young woman working as an online teacher or content creator. She is sitting at a desk with a laptop and a phone, probably recording a lesson. The second photo shows a woman working as an engineer or construction specialist at a building site. She is wearing protective clothes and using a tablet. The main difference between these pictures is that the first job is connected with technology and working indoors, while the second one requires working outdoors and checking real objects. Another difference is that the first person works mostly alone, whereas the second person communicates with colleagues. Both jobs have their advantages and disadvantages. Being an online teacher is convenient because you can work from home and choose your own schedule. However, this job can be lonely and you spend a lot of time in front of a screen. An engineer’s job is interesting because you can create and improve real things, and it often involves teamwork. But it can be stressful and sometimes dangerous because you have to work at construction sites. Personally, I would prefer the job of an online teacher because I like using modern technologies and sharing information with other people. I think this profession is creative and gives you more flexibility. That’s all I wanted to tell you about our project. Bye!

Task 2. Study the advertisement. Enjoy the nature! You are considering spending family holidays by the lake 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. ways to get there 3. accommodation 4. price for two weeks You have 20 seconds to ask each question.

Возможные вопросы: Location: Where is the lake located? Ways to get there: What kind of transportation can we use to get there? Accommodation: What kind of accommodation do you provide there? Price for two weeks: How much does it cost for two weeks?

Task 2. Study the advertisement. Play and win! You are considering joining a basketball club 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. working hours 3. number of people in a group 4. competitions organised You have 20 seconds to ask each question.

Возможный ответ: Location: Where is the basketball club located? Working hours: What are your working hours? Number of people in a group: How many people are there in a group? Competitions organised: What competitions do you organise?

You are considering taking some painting lessons 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: Discover the artist within 1. location 2. morning classes 3. special equipment to buy 4. tuition fee You have 20 seconds to ask each question.

Возможные вопросы: Where exactly are your painting lessons held? Do you offer any morning classes? What special equipment do I need to buy for the lessons? How much is the tuition fee?