How do you feel when you forget your mobile phone at home?

I get bored very quickly when I forget my mobile phone at home.

Ответ: That might seem strange, but I really feel a bit lost without my mobile phone. It’s like I’ve forgotten something very important.

 

Do you think it's right that mobile phones are not allowed at some schools?

I think it’s right because it helps students to concentrate on learning.

Ответ: Well, I really think that’s not good. I believe that a mobile phone is something that is absolutely necessary, so mobiles should be allowed everywhere just in case something bad happens.

 

In what places would you recommend switch off or turn down their phones? Why?

I would recommend switching off electrical devices including mobile phones in theaters because they distract other visitors from watching.

Ответ: Well, I think, a mobile phone should be turned down during classes, or any important events. We also must switch off our telephones when we are on board of the plane, as signals of the mobile networks may damage the electronic systems of the plane.

 

What do you use the Internet for?

I use the Internet to chat with friends, play computer games and do homework.

Ответ: As for me, I use the Internet for many purposes. But frankly speaking, I mostly use the Internet to play computer games online. I also watch videos on youtube, read interesting articles and comment on them, communicate with my friends in social nets.

 

What do you do in information technology or computer studies lessons?

We learn how to use different computer programs.

Ответ: We have Information Technology three times a week, and we learn fundamentals of software programming. In addition to it, we learn some bits of how to deal with computer hardware. I enjoy computer science very much, that’s why I attend these lessons with greate pleasure.

 

Why are computer skills useful for everyone?

I think that computer skills are useful because they allow you to get access to a big source of information.

Ответ: Well, I believe that in the era of information technology everybody should have at least basic computer skills. That’s absolutely necessary because everything is connected with the computers nowadays. Computers make our life easier.

What would you recommend to a person who spends too much time on the Internet?

I would recommend him to find a hobby which is not related with sitting in front of the computer.

 

Ответ: Yeah, the Internet is a kind of addiction nowadays, and many people like virtual life much more than real one. I would recommend these people to remember negative aspects of the Internet. I mean harm to health. Sitting in front of a computer for a long time is bad for your eyes and mental state.

Do you prefer TV or the internet? Why?

I prefer the internet because I believe that it’s more convenient for me.

Ответ: It goes without saying that I prefer the Internet. It’s so much easier to find what you really like there. And it’s more convenient too, as you don’t have to wait until the programme starts.

What TV program would you recommend your friends watch?

Student: I would recommend them to watch a TV program about aliens.

 

Ответ: I would recommend to watch scientific programmes of National Geographic Channel. They cover lots of subjects concerning natural, cultural, and political life of different countries. In addition to it, you can watch this channel in English and improve your language skills.

 

How much time do you spend on the Internet every day?

Ответ: Well, it depends. I spend approximately 3 hours on weekdays, and 4 or 5 hours on Saturday and Sunday. On holidays, my parents allow me to surf the net as much as I want, without any limitation.

 

How much time do you usually watch TV every day?

Ответ: Well, it depends. I watch TV for an hour on weekdays, when new episodes of my favourite sitcom appear. I don’t watch TV on weekend because I prefer surfing the net to watching TV.

– What TV programmes are popular in your family?

Ответ: Well, my parents always watch newscasts because they want to be up to date. In additon to it, they enjoy watching various talk shows. As for me, I usually watch sitcoms and, sometimes, sport.

Why do you think people use internet shops for purchasing food and goods? What are the drawbacks of bying on the Internet? What do people buy on Internet? If you had a chance to buy something – what would it be?

What social network are your favorite? What makes it so attractive? How does it fit to your daily routine? How do you find friends on social network? What functions of social network do you use most?

What advanced technological devices have you used lately?

How does technological progress help in your life?

What piece of device would you like to get as a present and why?

What makes a gadget useful for you?

Should young people be mindful using gadgets?

How do you use Internet for your studies? How do you use Internet for your entertainment?

What kind of information do you get from Internet?

What role do social network play in your life?

How important is computer in your studies?

What are the typical learning tasks you get on your computer and on paper?

Why are some people against using computer for stusies?

What computer skills would you recommend your friends to acuire?

 

Jobs/career

1. What professions does your parents have?

2. What professions are popular among your friends?

3. Why do you think it’s worthwhile to choose a profession of your dream?

4. What do you need to do to be successful in your profession?

5. What part-time job would you like to have?

6. How would you use your own money?

7. What do you think about going to a professional college instead of continuing secondary school education?

FAMOUS PEOPLE

1. How important do you think to become famous?

2. What kind of people achieve popularity? Why do some actors and actresses become famous while others not?

3. What makes a scientist famous?

4. What brings fame to sportsmen?

POLITENESS

1. How important are the rules of politeness in everyday life?

2. What is the polite way of greeting the teacher when she enters a room? When you introduce your friend to an adult? When people receive guests? When visit other homes?

3. What kind of clothes is it polite to wear for an evening show?

4. When do you put on informal clothes?

5. Do you think it’s important to follow fashion trends?

6. What latest fashion trends do you know?

7. Why do some students behave differently during lessons?

8. How are their behavior and study results connected?

9. What can be done to improve the discipline?