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 Belarusian Statehood

1)   Let s talk about the political system of Belarus. What does the term ‘presidential republic’ mean? How is the state power exercised in Belarus?

2)   Do you agree that the national symbols of the Republic of Belarus represent the country and its people properly? Explain your point of view.

3)   Imagine that our gymnasium is receiving a group of British pupils. What would you ask them to share the impressions on our country?

4)   A lot is being done to make our town modem and beautiful. Are there any problems left? De­scribe the one you can see and give your suggestions as to how to sort it out.

5)   What aspects of the Belarusian political system do you think should or could be introduced in Britain?

 

11.                       Healthy Lifestyle. Sport

1)   Let’s talk about health. Do you keep yourself healthy? What do you do to stay healthy?

2)   Do you agree that smoking is harmful for health? Why?

3)   Imagine you are talking to your friend about healthy lifestyle. What questions would you ask him/her?

4)   There are pupils in our gymnasium who smoke. Advise them what to do to give up smoking.

5)   Have you ever promoted healthy lifestyle? If yes, tell us how you did it. If no, tell how you would do that.

 

12.                       Mass Media

1)   Let’s talk about mass media. What types of mass media do you know? Which of them are the most popular among teens?

2)   Do you agree that radio is the least popular mass medium? Why?

3)   Imagine you are given the task to find out how much newspapers are popular among teens nowadays. What questions would you ask your classmates?

4)   Imagine that you arc at the newsagent’s with your friend who knows almost nothing about Belorussian newspapers and magazines but would like to buy some. Recommend him/her anything to buy.

5)   Speak about the reasons why you like or dislike watching the news.

 

13.                       Belarusian Customs and Traditions

1)   Imagine you are writing an article for Wikipedia about Belarusian customs and traditions. Give 3 or 4 brief descriptions on the topic.

2)   Do you agree that teenagers are not very much interested in the past of Belarus nowadays? Why?

3)   Imagine you are given the chance to talk to your peer of the l0th century, living on the territory of modern Belarus. What questions would you ask him/her?

4)   Imagine you are at a restaurant with your foreign friend. He would like to try Belarusian cuisine. Advise him what to choose to «taste Belarus».

5)   You have been to the Victory Day parade, haven’t you? Is it important to hold such ceremonies? Why?

 

14.                       Science and Technology

1)   Let’s talk about science and technology. What comes to your mind when you hear 'science' and 'technology'? Can you tell us anything about the most ancient and the latest discoveries and inventions?

2)   Do you agree that cloning is immoral? Why?

3)   A scientist in the field of nanotechnologies is invited to your school. He is ready to answer your questions. What will you ask?

4)   Your friend has won money in a lottery. He wants to buy some latest gadget. Advise your friend what to buy.

5)   Pupils nowadays are encouraged to carry out their own scientific research. Have you ever taken part in any? What do you think of it?

 

15.                       Family. Family Relationships

1)   Let’s talk about family relationships. What can you tell us about your family? Do you get on well with your parents? What is your family for you?

2)   Do you agree that children should be brought up strictly? Why?

3)   Imagine you are invited to spend a couple of days in your pen-friend’s family in London. Ask him about their family holidays and traditions.

4)   Your close friend is hesitating if to accept her boyfriend proposal. She asks you for advice. What would you say?

5)   Divorce doesn’t seem to be extraordinary any more. What is happening? Has family become an outdated form of relationships?

 

16.                       Art

1)   Let’s talk about art. There are various forms of art. What is your favourite one? Tell about your favourite musician or musical group, artist or sculptor.

2)   Do you agree that Minsk is a cultural centre of our country? Why?

3)   You are given the task to write a review of latest cultural events in London. Ask your pen pal for necessary information.

4)   Your friend from a little Belarusian town is going to Gomel. He is interested in art. Advise him an exhibition to visit.

5)   Have you ever been to any cultural event (an art gallery, a concert or something)? Tell              us about your impression. If not, tell about the cultural event you’d like to visit.

 

17.                       Great Britain: Customs and Traditions

1)   After your 3-months stay in Great Britain you were invited to make a report on British customs and traditions for the younger children in your school. What would you speak about?

2)    The English proverb say: ‘Custom is a second nature.’ Do you agree? Why?

3)    You are to write a report about customs and traditions of Scotland. Ask your peer from Scotland some questions to get nccessary information.

4)    Your little sister is going to make a card on St Valentine Day. Give her some advice.

5)    Have you ever tasted haggis? What dishes of British cuisine would you like to try?

 

18.                       Outstanding People of Great Britain

1)    Let’s talk about famous people. What famous British people do you know? What made them famous?

2)    Winston Churchill said: ‘Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.' Do you agree? Why?

3)    Imagine you are talking to William Shakespeare. What questions would you ask him?

4)    Your friend is dreaming of becoming a famous fashion model. Give her some advice.

5)    Is there any difference between a famous person and outstanding person? What is easier? Why?

 

19.    Appearance and Character

1)    Let’s talk about appearance and character. What can you tell about yourself as a person? What qualities do you appreciate in people?

2)    Do you agree that a smile adorns a person? Why?

3)    Imagine you are talking to a fashion model. What questions would you ask her?

4)    Your friend is upset because of her stoutness. Give her some advice.

5)    We often judge people by their clothes. What do you think of it?

 

20.    Houses and Homes

1)    Let’s talk about types of dwelling. Do you live in a house or in a flat? What is there in your house/flat?

2)    Do you agree that living in a country house is better than living in a modem flat? Why?

3)    Your friend from England has come to your place. You are talking about types of dwelling. What questions would you ask him/her?

4)    Your friend wants to move house but doesn’t know what to start from. Give him some advice.

5)    Have you ever repaired or furnished your room? If yes, tell what you did. If no, tell what you would do.

 

Список использованных источников:

1)    Методические рекомендации для учителей по подготовке к обязательному выпускному экзамену по учебному предмету «Иностранный язык» за период обучения и воспитания на III ступени общего среднего образования // Замежныя мовы у Рэспублщы Беларусь. — 2012. — № 1. — С. 3—7.

2)    Учебная программа для общеобразовательных учреждений с русским языком обучения. Иностранные языки (английский, немецкий, французский испанский). Ill—XI классы. — Минск: Национальный институт образования, 2009.

3)    Карницкая. Е. В. Устный экзамен по английскому языку. Монолог. Диалог / Е. В. Карницкая. — 2-е изд., доп. — Минск: Экоперспектива, 2011. — 179 с.

4)    Юхнель. Н. В. Английский язык: учебное пособие для 10 класса учреждений общего среднего образо­вания с русским языком обучения / Н. В. Юхнель, Е. Г. Наумова, Н. В. Демченко. — Минск: Выш. школа, 2011. — 317 с.

5)    Андреасян, И. М. УМК Английский язык в 10 (11) классе / И. М. Андреасян, Ю. В. Маслов, В. В. Дар- моян. — Минск: Выш. школа, 2006.

 

 

 

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