Елена Музланова - Английский язык. Экспресс-репетитор для подготовки к ЕГЭ. «Письмо»

… I don’t think it’s fair to make children do household chores because we’re too busy at school. And what about you? Do you help your mum about the house? What kind of things do you have to do? Do you have enough time to do chores?

As for my plans for the summer, I am going to Italy with my friends. We’ll be studying Italian at a summer school. It’s really great!

Hope to hear from you soon!

Love,

Pam

Write a letter to Pam. In your letter

– answer her questions tell her about your household duties

– ask 3 questionsabout her trip to Italy Write 100–140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

Task 28.This is part of a letter from Jenny, your English-speaking pen-friend.

…I’m getting ready for my A-levels at the moment. It’s rather difficult for me to remember all the necessary facts and figures. And when do you have exams in Russia? Do you find it easy to revise? Do you study at night? Is there any advice you could give me?

And another thing! My parents say you could come and visit us in summer. Would you like to? …

Write back to Jenny. In your letter

– answer her questions

– ask 3 questionsabout your trip to England. Write 100–140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

Task 29.You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend who writes

… All in all, my birthday party was great! However, one of my friends came to the party in casual clothes. Just jeans and a T-shirt! Of course I didn’t say anything but she felt a bit left out. I was really sorry for her! And what do you usually wear when you go to a birthday party? Is it important in Russia to wear smart clothes at parties? What would you do if you were me?

I’ve got to go now as I have loads of homework to do. Drop me a line when you can.

Lots of love,

Patricia

Write a letter to Patricia. In your letter

– answer her questions

– ask 3 questionsabout her birthday presents Write 100–140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

Task 30.This is part of a letter from your English pen-friend.

…Guess what! All my friends are going to ‘Waterland’ next week and I can’t swim! What shall I do? If I go with my friends, they will be teasing me all the time. I have wanted to learn to swim for a long time but I feel embarrassed to start learning at my age. What would you advise me to do? Is it difficult to learn how to swim? How many lessons will I need?

Well, I’d better go now as my mum’s calling me for dinner.

Take care and keep in touch!

Yours,

Mark

Write back to Mark. In your letter

– answer his questions

– ask 3 questionsabout his favourite sports Write 100–140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

Task 1.

3/9 B. Polyanka Street

Moscow

Russia

14 May 2008

Dear Mary,

Thanks a lot for your letter. I hope you passed all your tests!

First of all, let me tell you about my one-week package holiday to Rome. Everything was OK, but we didn’t like our hotel. It was too noisy and the food was awful. We even had a stomachache and consulted a doctor. However, all the excursions were extremely interesting. We visited the Vatican and were impressed by the famous St. Peter’s Cathedral. I also enjoyed the Colosseum and other sights of Rome. All in all, we enjoyed our holiday.

And what about you? What are your plans for the summer? Will you come to visit us? Russia is a unique country and I’ll show you lots of interesting things. If you make up your mind, let me know what cities you would like to visit.

Hope to hear from you soon.

Lots of love,

Lucy

Task 2.

10 Lenina Street

Vladimir

Russia

15/06/08

Dear Ann,

Thanks for your letter. I’m glad you passed your History test!

I’m sorry you don’t get on well with your parents. As for me, I have practically no problems with mine, although we do quarrel sometimes because I spend too much time playing computer games. In this case I try to talk to them and find the way out. Unfortunately, I can meet my friends only at weekends and we usually play football together. It’s our favourite game.

And how do you get on with your sister? Do you play together? Do you help her with her homework? I wish I had a sister or a brother!

Anyway, keep smiling whatever happens! I’d better go now as I’ve got loads of homework to do (as always). Write back soon! Lots of love, Kate

Task 3.

3 Spartakovskaya Street

Moscow

Russia

20/09/08

Dear Emily,

Thank you for your letter. It was great to hear about your new house!

As for my new school, it’s very big! It has three computer rooms and wonderful sports facilities. Actually, it seems a nice place and I enjoy studying there. The kids in my class are very friendly. I’ve already made some new friends and we often meet after classes. I’ve got only one new subject this year. It’s Economics and I’m beginning to think that it’s not difficult, after all!

By the way, what music styles do you enjoy? Have you got any favourite bands? Would you like to go to their concert? As for me, I prefer Radiohead. They are cool!

I’d better go now. Mum wants me to help with the housework. Take care and stay in touch!

Lots of love,

Ann

Task 4.

2 Palekhskaya Street

Moscow

Russia

October 1st

Dear Harry,

Hi! How’s it going? Thanks for your last letter. I’m glad you are in your school football team now!

In your letter you asked me about football. Well, I’m really fond of it. It’s a great game and I’m always happy when my team wins. But I don’t watch football matches on TV because it’s rather boring. I prefer playing to watching as it’s more exciting. I’m also keen on roller-skating. It’s fun to take part in street competitions and to perform different tricks.

Anyway, what about your preparation for the National Championship? Do you work hard? How many times a week do you train? Do you get on well with your team-mates?

Well, I’d better go now as I have to tidy up my room. Write back soon!

All the best,

Ivan

Task 5.

135 Bashilovskaya Street

Moscow

Russia

April 11th

Dear George,

Thanks a lot for your letter. Sounds like you had a great time in London! What impressed you most of all? Did you take any pictures? Were you tired?

I’m glad I can help you with your project on famous singers. Well, my favourite singer is Dima Bilan. He made his debut at the festival ‘New Wave’ in 2002 so he has already been singing for 6 years. Now Dima is a famous pop singer known for his songs like ‘Never Let You Go’ and ‘Believe’. I enjoy his songs because of his beautiful voice. Unfortunately, I’ve never been to his concerts but I’d love to.

Anyway, let me know if you have any other questions. I’d better go now as I have to take my dog for a walk. Write soon!

Yours,

Alex

Task 6.

41 Kosmonavtov Street

Moscow

Russia

15/02/08

Dear Tina,

Thanks for your letter. I’m glad you liked the postcard I sent you!

In your letter you asked me about my attitude to soaps. Well, I agree that soaps don’t show life realistically because their plots are rather unbelievable and all emotions are exaggerated. As for me, I prefer whodunits, which keep me in suspense till the very end. I usually watch films at home but I never miss a chance to go

to the cinema with friends. It’s much more exciting to watch films together.

I miss you greatly! Write back soon and tell me all your latest news. How is your sister? Has she passed her driving test? And what about your mother? Has she got over the flu?

I’d better go now as I promised mum to help her with the washing.

Love,

Ann

Task 7.

15 Dubrovskaya Street

Moscow

Russia

25/05/08

Dear Rob,

It was great to hear from you! I’m glad you managed to talk to Sam. Please give my best regards to him.

You asked me about technology. Well, I’ve got a new mobile. It’s got a camera so I’m taking lots of pictures at the moment. I’ve also got a computer but I use it mainly for surfing the Net. Of course we’ve got things like a TV, a DVD player and a music centre. My parents usually watch TV whereas my brother spends hours playing computer games.

Anyway, I’m glad you’ve made such progress in chess. Is it difficult to learn how to play it? Will I be able to do it on my own? How can I get started?

I’ve got to go now as I’m helping my Dad in the garage.

All the best,

Andrew

Task 8.

14 Pushkinskaya Street

Moscow

Russia

May 19th

Dear Jane,

Thanks for your letter. I’m glad you’re going to visit Russia. The weather in summer is usually hot so I don’t think you’ll need lots of warm clothes. However, you’d better take a jacket as nights can be quite cool.

In your letter you asked me about the life in a big city. As for me, I enjoy living in Moscow as there are lots of parks and cosy

cafes, museums and galleries. In the evenings I usually go for a walk with my friends and at the weekend we go to the theatre or visit a museum. Have you got any museums in your town? Are they free for students? Are there any sports facilities?

I’d better go now as I’ve got to do my homework – boring! Can’t wait to see you!

Lots of love,

Rita

Task 9.

7 Kasatkina Street

Moscow

Russia

October 1st

Dear Kerstin,

Thanks for your letter. I’m glad your arm is out of plaster now!

I agree with you that English grammar is rather difficult so I think it’s necessary to learn grammar rules and to do exercises. As for me, I do it on a regular basis.

Going to a language school together is a great idea! We could practise our English and visit lots of places of interest. I’m absolutely free this summer so I can go whenever you like.

Write and tell me what dates suit you best. Which course would you like to do? What level do you think we are? Where would you prefer to stay? Meanwhile, I’ll make some enquiries about language schools in the UK. I’ll get in touch soon. I hope it all works out!

Lots of love,

Helen

Task 10.

9 Lazo Street St. Petersburg Russia

21/04/08

Dear Adam,

Thanks for your letter. It was great to hear from you. I can’t wait to meet you and your parents in July!

Well, we’ve obviously got a lot in common. I’m also crazy about rock music and my favourite band is Radiohead, too! I’ve never done skateboarding, though, but I’d love to try. I enjoy basketball and I love playing computer games. Do you?

I’m a bit worried about the language school. Is it far from your house? Should I bring any books with me? Will I have to do much homework? If I have, I’m afraid I’ll be busy in the evenings. Actually, I wouldn’t mind any activity. It will be fun just to be in another country.

Anyway, I know we’re going to be really good friends. Please write back soon.