Текст № 29 для прослушивания и материал для собеседования к экзамену по английскому языку

Вопросы к тексту 29

Listen to the conversation and answer the questions below.

1. What is Alex thinking about?

2. Why does he want to bring soldiers as a gift for his parents?

3. What will Alex buy for his brother?

Script:

 Kelly: Hi, Alex. Alex? Are you sleeping? Alex: No, I'm not sleeping, just thinking. Kelly: About what? Alex: Well, I'll be going back home to visit my family for a couple of weeks.

Kelly: That's great. So, you must be thinking about how happy you'll be to see them again.

Alex: Yes, that's true. But I'm also thinking about what kinds of gifts I should bring back from England for everyone.

Kelly: Of course, you want to bring back some traditional things, don't you? You could bring back some toy soldiers from the Royal Ceremonial Collection.

Alex: Kelly, you're a genius! Royal Guard soldiers are not only very colourful, they represent English traditions too! My parents will really like them. Okay, now I have to think of something to buy for my sister. That's a tough one!

Kelly: Don't be so pessimistic, Alex. Does she like drinking tea? You could bring back an English teapot.

Alex: Of course! Another great idea! Now the toughest person to shop for — my brother. What in the world could I bring back for him?

Kelly: Didn't you tell me that your brother is studying English now? Alex: Yes, that's right.

Kelly: So why not buy him a DVD so that he can watch a film in English? Alex: Sure, he'd love that. You amaze me, Kelly!

 

 

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Текст № 30 для прослушивания и материал для собеседования к экзамену по английскому языку

Вопросы к тексту 30

Listen to the conversation and answer the questions below.

1. According to the first speaker when will you be able to learn that a person is your true friend?

2. What are the characteristics of a perfect friend according to the second speaker?

3. Why is it great to have true friends according to the third speaker?

Script:

 Speaker 1: My idea of a perfect friend is that it's a person who stays with you in ups and downs. A true friend is someone who's always with you whether you need money or a shoulder to cry on. You'd really know your true friend when you are having a bad time in life. I think a perfect friend is also patient and doesn't get angry too quickly.

Speaker 2: An ideal friend is a person who knows everything about you and shares all the happy and depressing moments of your life. When I cry, they simply cry with me. They are the ones who are totally caring and really understanding. They cheer us up when we feel sad. They joke when we need to laugh. That's what I call 'perfect friends'.

Speaker 3: It's great to have true friends! They love and care for you, they will always listen to you and stand by you. True friends are honest and loyal; they will never betray you or hurt you. What really matters is that a close friend is there for you no matter what. Friends come and go, but a true one will never leave you in any situation. A perfect friend is someone who is always there to catch you when you fall, someone who you can have fun with.

 

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Текст № 31 для прослушивания и материал для собеседования к экзамену по английскому языку

Вопросы к тексту 31

Listen to the conversation and answer the questions below.

1. According to the first speaker what is his favourite pastime?

2. Why is the second speaker keen on crafts?

3. What problem does the third speaker have because of his favourite pastime?

 

Script:

Speaker 1: Well, my favourite leisure pastime is rather unusual. You see, I live in the country and for me there is nothing better than riding on horseback on a hot sunny day with a little breeze. There is no one around and you can enjoy freedom from almost everything and everyone. No matter what mood you are in, you can always find happiness.

Speaker 2: 1 am fond of cratts. I love making different items from wood and then painting them. I usually give them away just to make people smile! I also enjoy sewing, especially making doll clothes for my daughter. All these things relax me, not to mention that I get a bit of satisfaction from having made something useful. I love making gifts for my family and friends. I wish I had more time to do it.

Speaker 3: 1 have only one favourite pastime. Every day I come home, lie on the sofa, turn on TV and just relax. What do I watch? It doesn't matter. Anything from soaps to football matches. My TV set is my best friend. The only problem is that I have put on a lot of weight. I can't help eating crisps and other snacks while watching. My friends say I'm a couch potato. So what? I like it that way.

 

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