Task 3 RNE 10TH FORM SAMPLE ANSWER

Task 3 RNE 10TH FORM SAMPLE ANSWER

You know, taking photos is my favourite hobby, and I always take loads of photos wherever I go.

And this one was taken last weekend. It was Saturday. We didn't go to school, and as we hadn't seen each other for a long time, my best friend Kate and I decided to spend some time walking in the park.

In this picture, you can see us relaxing there while sitting on the grass. The day is beautiful, the weather is lovely. Kate, the girl sitting on my left, looks really happy, and she is smiling. In the background, you can see a man sitting in the shade of a big tree. It is rather hot, so we are wearing sleeveless tops and jeans because these are the most comfortable clothes for outdoor activities on such a sunny day.

The day was so enjoyable and we were so relaxed that we wanted to remember it and asked a passer-by to take this photo for us.

It seems to me that you've never met Kate before, so this is a good chance for you to get the first impression of her. Isn't she friendly? I reckon when you join us next time, we are bound to have a lot of fun.

The London Marathon (dictation)

The London Marathon

1.       Получать (достаточно) кислорода

2.       Предельная физическая нагрузка

3.       Верить в себя

4.       Самый волнующий и крайне полезный (стоящий, вознаграждающий) опыт моей жизни

5.       Наращивать все больше сил и уверенности в себе

6.       В среднем

7.       Справляться с чем-нибудь

8.       Бросить, уйти (из-за травмы или болезни)

9.       Закончиться (о топливе)

10.   Тренироваться, готовиться (физически и психологически)

11.   Участник

12.   Наращивать мышечную силу

13.   Необходимый, неотъемлемый, насущный

14.   Решительный

15.   Упорный

16.   Храбрый

17.   Всех уровней способностей

18.   Я хочу, чтобы моя мечта сбылась

RNE Task3 10th form

I’ve chosen photo number 2.

·         (You know I’m fond of photography.) I’ve got lots of amazing photos and I’d like to show you this one.

·         Actually, the photo was taken on Victory Day two years ago while I was visiting my relatives in Moscow. My great granddad was invited to Red Square and I was allowed to accompany him.

·         This picture shows one of the most important events of a festival celebrating Germany’s surrender to the Soviet Union in WWII, (or the Great Patriot War as it’s called in our country.) It’s the military parade in Red Square which is held every 9^th May. (The weather is fine and there are a lot of people watching the celebration.) In the foreground, you can see the veterans who are considered to be the most honoured guests of the event. In the middle, you can see a number of modern tanks moving slowly along Red Square. In the background, there is a military orchestra made up of more than a thousand musicians.

·         The veterans are watching the parade very attentively. They seem to be moved by the grandeur of the event. I think they feel very proud of our country that saved the world from fascism.

·         I took this photo because that day was very special for me and the people taking part in the celebration (especially for those who had defended our country during that war.)

That’s why I wanted to capture that moment.

·         In fact, I’ve chosen this photo to present to you as this is one of the most impressive photos I’ve ever taken. Also, I’d like to share this unforgettable experience with you and make you feel proud of our great victory.

·         As you see, taking photos helps me remember the most memorable moments of my life.

Sports 10th form

They say, "Health is above wealth". Millions of people consider sports to be very helpful in gaining good health.

Sports benefit people in many ways. Generally speaking it is a great way to keep fit. When you play in a team, you learn how to work together to achieve a common goal. Sports also teach us to deal with both success and failure and how to balance competitiveness. Finally, sports bring people together and they help us to relax. That's why every country pays much attention to developing sports. 

Unfortunately, it is very difficult to find time to do sports regularly.  People have become too busy nowadays. There are quite a number of people who prefer to watch sporting events rather than take part in them. They are so-called sports fans. They pack stadiums during sports matches and competitions, they sit glued to the TV, and they are ready to give every moral support to their favourite sportsmen or teams.

However, a lot of people devote their spare time to going in for sports. They play indoor and outdoor games: volleyball, basketball, table-tennis, hockey, lawn-tennis. The number of participants and spectators show that the most popular games are basketball, hockey and, of course, football. A lot of people go in for track-and-field athletics, cycling, boxing, wrestling, gymnastics and so on.

Personally, I enjoy participating in many different sports. My favourites are football, swimming and tennis. I like to play football with my friends most evenings because it is a fun way to spend time together. I swim regularly and it keeps me very fit. I enjoy playing tennis as I can play with

my father or my brother.

7th form Describing a picture Smokefighters

Describe the picture (7-8 sentences)
• the place
• the action
• the appearance of the person
• whether you like the picture or not
• why
Start with: “I’d like to describe picture № ... . The picture shows …”

Picture 1

10th form Task 3

Task 3. These are photos from your photo album. Choose one photo to

describe to your friend.

You will have to start speaking in 1.5 minutes and will speak for not more

than 2 minutes (12–15 sentences). In your talk remember to speak about:

• where and when the photo was taken;

• what/who is in the photo;

• what is happening;

• why you keep the photo in your album;

• why you decided to show the picture to your friend.

You have to talk continuously, starting with: “I’ve chosen photo number …”

Means of Transport (dictation)

Means of Transport

1. to commute to school, to work - добираться из пригорода в школу, на работу и обратно
2. to go through the passport control and security check - проходить паспортный контроль и проверку безопасности
3. to be cancelled – быть отменным (о рейсе)
4. to be postponed - быть отложенным (о рейсе)
5. a safe landing on the runway - безопасное приземление на воздушно-посадочную полосу
6. the departures and arrivals board - табло прибытий и отправлений
7. a single/return ticket - билет в один конец/в оба конца
8. to rely on the public transportation services - пользоваться услугами общественного транспорта
9. to travel for fun or from necessity - путешествовать ради хорошего времяпрепровождения или по необходимости
10. to get to very distant places in a very short time - добираться до крайне удалённых мест за очень короткое время
11. to ensure smb. a comfortable seat - обеспечить комфортное место
12. a big consumption of petrol- большой расход (топлива)
13.(with) a possibility of some refreshment - возможность подкрепиться чем-нибудь
14. take smb. at a low rate from (the suburbs)... to ... - довезти кого-либо за низкую плату из (пригорода) ... в.....
15. to hail a taxi - поймать такси
16. to be available on board – быть в наличии на борту (транспортного средства)

RNE Task 2

Task 2. Study the advertisement.

When was the last time you visited London?

You are considering going on a trip to London via the Channel Tunnel and now you’d like to get more

information. In 1.5 minutes you are to ask five direct questions to find out

about the following:

1) length of the journey;

2) frequency of trains;

3) price for a person ;

4) discounts for students;

5) facilities on board.

You have 20 seconds to ask each question.