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.
Homemade food is a cornerstone of health and well-being. The ability to choose fresh, quality ingredients ensures a nutritious diet. Customization according to individual preferences and dietary needs is a significant benefit. Portion control, cost-effectiveness, and financial savings are additional advantages. Beyond the kitchen, homemade meals foster family bonding and provide opportunities for shared moments. The hygienic and safe environment of home kitchens reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses. Cooking at home cultivates culinary skills and encourages experimentation. In essence, homemade food is a holistic approach to health, finances, family dynamics, and personal development, making it a valuable and enriching practice. The satisfaction of creating and enjoying meals at home contributes to a sense of accomplishment and overall well-being. The act of preparing homemade food instills mindfulness and promotes a deeper connection with what we consume, fostering a healthier lifestyle.
Task 2. Study the advertisement.
A new Cooking Book
You are considering buying the book 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:
- if it’s a paperback edition
- vegetarian dishes
- audio version of the book
- number of illustrations
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.
Tilda Publishing
Task 4. Imagine that you are doing a school project “Cooking” together with your friend. 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 cooking;
- mention the disadvantages (1-2) of the two ways of cooking;
express your opinion on the subject of the project – which of the ways of cooking presented in the pictures you would 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 ways of cooking;
- mention the disadvantages (1-2) of the two ways of cooking;
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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