Russian Embassy SchoolGrade 8Summer Exams

SAMPLE DIALOGUE

STUDENT CARD
Task 1 (3-4 minutes)
You and your friend are discussing different tours to choose for your trip. The student begins the conversation. You can choose from:
- A week bus tour to five Russian towns;
- Seaside resort;
- Ski resort;
- Boat trip.
Discuss with your friend and choose the one trip you both would like to go on.
You begin the conversation. The examiner will play the part of your friend.
Remember to:
- discuss all the options;
- take an active part in the conversation and be polite;
- come up with ideas;
- give good reasons if you refuse/accept the invitation;
- reach an agreement by taking into account the partner’s attitudes.
INTERLOCUTOR CARD
You and your friend are discussing different tours to choose for your trip.
- / +
A week bus tour to five Russian towns / - In my opinion, travelling by bus isn’t comfortable, especially at night: we wouldn’t be able to sleep well.
- Our fellow passengers may be too noisy. The visit to the museums would be too brief. We might make a mess of the trip.
- We would stay in each town for such a short period of time that we couldn’t appreciate their beauty / - I think it is a good opportunity to learn a lot about various cultures and lifestyles.
- I am interested in architecture and we will be able to see beautiful historic buildings.
-It might be fun to try traditional Russian food at different restaurants, to get acquainted with Russian customs.
- We would have a good chance to meet many interesting people and make friends with our fellow travellers.
Seaside resort / - There wouldn’t be much to do except staring at the ocean all the time.
- I don’t like the idea of lying in the sun all day long. It might be dangerous because of the ultraviolet radiation.
- There’re usually too many noisy children on the beach. / - On the contrary, there are many things that could be done on the beach: riding water bikes, diving, snorkeling, water skiing, windsurfing, etc.
- We could set off early in the morning when there are few people and the sun isn’t dangerous.
- We could eat a lot of fruit and vegetables that are cheap in summer.
Ski resort / - They say it is often too cold and windy there. I can’t stand icy winds.
- We don’t have any skiing equipment and it’s very expensive to buy.
- Downhill skiing is very risky. We might easily get injured. / - Sorry, I don’t agree with you. We would be able to enjoy magnificent views and fresh air.
- Experienced coaches could teach us downhill skiing.
- We might also see some rare plants and animals. That’s really exciting.
Boat trip / - We may get seasick if the sea gets rough.
- The cabins might be small and I feel uncomfortable when I have to stay in such rooms for a long time.
- Boat trips are extremely expensive. I’m afraid my parents wouldn’t be able to afford it. / - Modern ships are safe and comfortable.
- Travelling by sea could be great. Looking at water around you makes you feel relaxed.
- There are a lot of things we could do on board the ship: going to a disco, playing chess or darts, watching TV and lying in the sun. They usually offer a wide range of entertainment and activity programmes.

Task 1 (3-4 minutes)

You and your friend are discussing different tours to choose for your trip. The student begins the conversation. You can choose from:

- A week bus tour to five Russian towns;

- Seaside resort;

- Ski resort;

- Boat trip.

Task2 (3-4 minutes)

You and your friend are discussing how to get to the centre of London (you’re in the suburbs of the city now). The student begins the conversation. You can choose from:

- going by bus;

- going by metro;

- going on foot;

- using various means of transport;

Task3 (3-4 minutes)

4.30 – Disneytime5.15 – The Hidden Planet
More adventures with Mickey Mouse.Meet out closest living relatives – the chimpanzees
7.30 – Coronation Street11.00 – Panorama
Joyce continues to search for her long-lost sister An investigation into why women are still
and Des gets a big surprise.paid less than men in many areas of business.

You and your friend are discussing which TV-programme to choose from your programme guide. The student begins the conversation. You can choose from:

- cartoon

- wildlife documentary

- soap opera

- news summary

Task4 (3-4 minutes)

You and your friend are discussing what newspaper or magazine to subscribe for. The student begins the conversation. You can choose from:

- any national paper/broadsheet

- any tabloid

- any local paper

- any illustrated magazine

Task5 (3-4 minutes)

You and your friend are discussing different sources of information. The student begins the conversation. You can choose from:

- TV

- Internet

- Radio

- Newspapers

Task6 (3-4 minutes)

You and your friend are discussing important inventions of the 20th century. The student begins the conversation. You can choose from:

- Microwave oven

- Genetic engineering (test-tube babies and clones)

- Robots

- Satellites and space rockets

Task7 (3-4 minutes)

You and your friend are discussing different ways to make a fortune. The student begins the conversation. You can choose from:

- Hard work

- Marriage into a rich family

- Lottery

- Inheritance

Task8 (3-4 minutes)

You and your friend are discussing different possibilities for what you are going to do after finishing school. The student begins the conversation. You can choose from:

- Sixth-form college,

- Technical college,

- Army,

- Work

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