2018-01-08
8149Dear Students, do any five (5) tasks from this list during the semester, and you won’t have to do the Writing Paper at the exam.
The Term Work consists of writing:
- a composition (counted as 1-2 works)
- an essay (2 works)
- a letter to a friend (1 work)
- a presentation on your specialization (2-3 works)
Composition
1) Write a description of someone you know (a friend of yours, a member of your family etc.) in about 200 words. Include the following:
-your opinion of the person
-physical description
-their character, habits, likes and dislikes.
2) Choose one of the most famous writers, painters or musicians in your country or abroad and write about him/her (about 200 words). Include the following:
-what do you know about his/ her life
-what works do you know?
-do you like his/ her work? Why? Why not?
3) Write the story of your best/ worst holiday in about 250 words.
-when was it?
-where was it?
-who were you with?
-why was it good/bad?
Write a description of your favorite room (book, place, toy, piece of music, etc.) in about 250 words. Give reasons why you like it.
Write three paragraphs called “Pros and cons of living in the country. In the conclusion give your own opinion.
Write about 250 words.
Essays
Essay: choose a statement from the list below and comment on it.
What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?
Write 200-250 words.
Use the following plan:
-make an introduction (state the problem)
-express your personal opinion and give 2-3 reasons for your opinion
-express an opposing opinion and give 1-2 reasons for this opposing opinion
-explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
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-make a conclusion restating your position
*It’s important for high school students to study compulsory subjects, even if they don’t see any need for them in the near future.
*Childhood is the safest period of human life.
*It’s easier to make friends than to keep them.
*The most important thing in life is work.
*The most important thing in life is family.
*The most important thing in life is friendship.
*The most important thing in life is love.
*The most important thing in life is health.
*Technical progress is always harmful for the environment.
*The growth of cities is harmful for the environment.
*Travelling abroad helps to understand your own country.
*Having pets helps to reduce stress.
*Some people think that we should explore space and visit other planets. Other people say that space exploration is a waste of time and money.
* Some people believe that teenagers today are generally rude, lazy and badly behaved. Other people, however, think that teenagers have a bad reputation for no reason.
*Fast food is very popular and saves time for busy working people. However, many experts say that it is not completely healthy.
* Many people enjoy watching television. However, some people believe it can be harmful.
* Many students go on school trips. Some people say that they are interesting and educational. Other people say they are a waste of time and children should learn in the classroom.
A Letter to a Friend
1. A letter to a friend
You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Elizabeth who writes:
Yesterday I finished reading a book about the 14th century England. What kinds of books do you like reading? What do you think the most interesting period in Russian history is and why? If there were a time machine, what country and what era would you like to visit?
I got a new camera for my birthday this year!...
Write a letter to Elizabeth. In your letter:
-answer her questions
-ask 3 questions about her birthday this year.
Write 100- 140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
2. A letter to a friend
You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Mary who writes:
My aunt lives in Arkansas and last week her house was ruined by a tornado. What do you think are the most horrible natural disasters? Which of them are typical of the place where you live? What can people do to protect themselves from them?
My history teacher got the annual award “Best teacher of the year”, I’m so happy for her! …
Write a letter to Mary. In your letter:
-answer her questions
-ask 3 questions about her history teacher.
Write 100- 140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
3. A letter to a friend
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You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Judy who writes:
…We’ve moved to Chicago. I love it here! Where would you like to live if you could choose? Why do you think so many people move to big cities? Is it easy for young people in Russia to change where they live, why or why not?
By the way, my brother Mike got a new job! …
Write a letter to Judy. In your letter:
-answer her questions
-ask 3 questions about her brother’s new job.
Write 100- 140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
4. A letter to a friend
You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Nancy who writes:
… This year we had a school costume party for Halloween. It was a big success. What costume would you fancy wearing to a costume party? What would you rather do: make a costume yourself or buy one, and why? What do you think of costume parties in general?
Our history teacher is taking us to a museum for a field trip next week…
Write a letter to Nancy. In your letter:
-answer her questions
-ask 3 questions about the museum.
Write 100- 140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
5. A letter to a friend
You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Ann who writes:
… Yesterday I saw a documentary film about tigers. Don’t you think documentary films about animals are often better than feature films? What do you think people can do to help endangered animals? What animals do you find most amazing and why?
Next week we’re having a fancy- dress ball at school, I can’t wait…
Write a letter to Ann. In your letter:
-answer her questions
-ask 3 questions about the fancy-dress ball.
Write 100- 140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
6. A letter to a friend
You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Thomas who writes:
… My friend and I often quarrel about things that to my mind are unimportant. Do you think it’s OK for friends to quarrel? Do you ever quarrel with your friends and why? Can true friendship be free of quarrels?
I’m planning a short vacation- I would like to go to see the museums of London…
Write a letter to Thomas. In your letter:
-answer her questions
-ask 3 questions about his trip to London.
Write 100- 140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
7. A letter to a friend
You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Kevin who writes:
… Last week we flew to Florida for my aunt’s birthday. It was awful! We were three hours late boarding the plane and spent another hour waiting for the take-off. If we had gone by car we would had got there more quickly. Do you prefer to travel by car, train, airplane and why? Do you agree that air travel is not always the quickest? Which is the most dangerous in your opinion?
I am planning to take driving lessons soon…
Write a letter to Kevin. In your letter:
-answer her questions
-ask 3 questions about his plans for driving lessons.
Write 100- 140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
8. A letter to a friend
You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Karen who writes:
… You know, we are going to Spain for our summer holiday. I’m afraid of flying and I’m afraid of telling my parents about it. What is your experience of air travel? Do you have air travel anxiety? What do you think I should do about mine? I need your advice.
Tonight I’m going to meet my sister’s boyfriend- he’s coming to our family dinner.
Write a letter to Kevin. In your letter:
-answer her questions
-ask 3 questions about her sister’s boyfriend.
Write 100- 140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
9. A letter to a friend
You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Moira who writes:
… Today I cooked the Irish stew and everyone loved it. I like cooking and can make it my profession one day. Do you like cooking- what in particular or why not? What is a Russian traditional meal like? Do Russians really eat borsch and kasha every day?
Next week I’m going to visit my grandparents in Brighton…
Write a letter to Moira. In your letter:
-answer her questions
-ask 3 questions about her grandparents.
Write 100- 140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
10. A letter to a friend
You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Kate who writes:
… My friend and I got the special prize for our Russian folk dance at the Arts festival this week. We owe this success to your advice and the music you’ve sent to me. What kind of art festivals and contests do you have in your school? Do you take part in them or do you prefer sports competitions? I’ve heard of Foreign Language Olympiads in Russian schools- what are these?
I want to continue my dance lessons…
Write a letter to Kate. In your letter:
-answer her questions
-ask 3 questions about her dance lessons.
Write 100- 140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
Presentation
Choose any topic on your specialization and make an electronic presentation (accompany the pictures with texts and comment, about 10-12 slides)
