SPEAKING
УСТНАЯ ЧАСТЬ
Task 1. 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.
Happiness, a universally sought-after state of being, transcends culture, age, and circumstances. It is a profound, multidimensional emotion that defies simple definition. People chase happiness through diverse avenues, from personal achievements to relationships and material possessions.
Numerous factors contribute to one's sense of happiness. These include mental and emotional well-being, social connections, financial stability, and a sense of purpose. Researchers have long sought to understand the science behind happiness, delving into the realms of psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy.
In the pursuit of happiness, individual values play a pivotal role. Some find happiness in personal accomplishments, while others seek it in altruism and connection with others. Cultural norms and societal expectations also influence how people perceive and pursue happiness.
Ultimately, happiness is a unique and subjective experience. It can be fleeting, influenced by external circumstances, or deeply ingrained in one's disposition. The quest for happiness is a lifelong journey, shaped by personal choices and the ever-changing tapestry of life.
Task 2. Study the advertisement.
Hiking in the mountains:
how to have fun and avoid hardcore
You are considering booking hiking in the mountains 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:
- duration of the tour
- price for one
- student discounts
- special equipment needed
Task 3. 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.
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Task 4. Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project “Seasons”. 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 seasons;
- mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two seasons;
- express your opinion on the subject of the project – which of the seasons presented in the pictures you prefer and why.
You will speak for not more than 3 minutes (2-3 sentences for each item of the plan, 12–15 sentences total). You have to talk continuously.
- 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 seasons;
- mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two seasons;
- express your opinion on the subject of the project – which of the seasons presented in the pictures you prefer and why.
You will speak for not more than 3 minutes (2-3 sentences for each item of the plan, 12–15 sentences total). You have to talk continuously.
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