АНГЛИЙСКИЙ ЯЗЫК ПОДГОТОВКА К ЕГЭ УСТНАЯ ЧАСТЬ (Ч.2)

АНГЛИЙСКИЙ ЯЗЫК

ПОДГОТОВКА К ЕГЭ

УСТНАЯ ЧАСТЬ

С 6. Монолог-сравнение двух фотографий. Ученику дается 2 минуты на ознакомление с заданием и 2 минуты на выполнение задания.

Ученику предлагается кратко описать и сравнить две фотографии, следуя предложенному плану. Необходимо также выразить свою точку зрения по тематике фотографий. Максимальный балл за задание С6 - 7 баллов.

При сравнении фотографий рекомендуется использовать следующие фразы-клише:

In both pictures we can see...

The two pictures look alike because  ...

Both pictures show/ represent/ demonstrate...

In the first picture I can see... while the second picture introduces...

The first thing the pictures have in common is...

One more similarity is that...

We can easily see some differences, e.g. ...

The main difference is that...

The second picture differs from the first one in the following way...

On the contrary, picture № 2 points out that...

As far as I am concerned...

In my opinion, ...

I personally think...

TEST 1

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (objects, location)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what type of food  you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

            

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1.  Various kinds of products (food)	1. Different types of products (meat - vegetables, fruit)
2. To fulfill the biological function of nutrition	2. To eat healthy - unhealthy (junk) food To cause health problems (overweight, diabetes,  heart attacks, etc.) - to stimulate immune system
3. To provide a person with  energy	3.  To grab  a bite, to raise the level  of holstering - to make the organism cleaner, to drainage the organism
4. The source of gastronomical enjoyment, tasty/ nice  to look at	4. To give vitamins, minerals - to give a lot of fats, carbohydrates, salt, sugar
5. To be ready to consume	5. Different price (cheap, expensive)

TEST 2

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  you would like to do to help the environment

5) Explain  your choice (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

                  

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To represent some ecological problems ( rubbish pollution), to use too much packaging	1. The unpleasant smell, look; to emit some stink - to look clean and tidy
2. To worry about the problem	2. To collect and pile in one place (a  dump) - to collect and recycle, to complete the recycling  loop
3. To express concern about the serious consequences of the irresponsible actions	3. To behave indifferently - to act and be active and responsible, to eliminate waste
4. To take place in large cities, as a rule	4.To leave everything as it is - to try to cope with the problem, to conserve precious recourses

TEST 3

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what type of  ecological problems you consider the most dangerous

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

                  

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To represent some ecological problems	1. Water pollution - air pollution
2. To worry about the problem, to express concern about the serious consequences of the irresponsible actions	2. Difficult to breathe, air contains a lot of carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, to increase  poisonous emissions - dangerous to consume, become undrinkable, contaminated with viruses and bacillus
3.  To be the result of people's irresponsible  actions	3. To provoke asthma attacks, lungs illnesses - to stimulate  the spread of cholera, typhus,  dysentery, indigestion
4. To take place in large cities, as a rule	4. To be clearly seen - to remain hidden
5. To cause a large number of diseases

TEST 4

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  type of  ecological problems you consider the most dangerous

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

            

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To represent some ecological problems	1. To show snow-melting as the result of global warming - to show draught  as the result of drastically changes of the world climate
2. To worry about the problem, to express concern about the serious consequences of the irresponsible actions	2. To cause flooding - to lead to famine and starvation
3. To provoke a large number of victims in the animals' and people's worlds	3. To be the consequences of  people's activity  - to be of natural character
4.  To deprive wild animals of habitats and food	4. To stop global warming by reducing the amount of hot gases in the atmosphere - to build the systems of irrigation canals, to look for the underground sources of water
5. To be difficult to cope with

TEST 5

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what   kinds of disasters  you consider the most dangerous

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

        

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To represent some ecological problems	1. Flooding - fire
2. To worry about the problem, to express concern about the serious consequences of the irresponsible actions	2. To be the consequences of  people's activity (caused by technological activities of people; technological disaster ) - to be of natural character (natural disaster, e.g. due to heavy rains)
3. To provoke a large number of victims in the animals' and people's worlds	3. To wait till the level of water drops - to act immediately, to distinguish fire
4. To demand the well-organized work of emergency services	4. The amount of damage can vary considerably

TEST 6

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  type of  social  problems you consider the most dangerous

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

            

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To represent some  disasters	1. Poverty, famine - war conflict
2. To worry about the problem, to express concern about the serious consequences of the irresponsible actions	2. To be the consequences of  people's activity (caused by both irresponsible activities of people and natural phenomena) - to be of  social character (social inequality, race or religious intolerance )
3. To provoke a large number of victims in the animals' and people's worlds	3. To supply with humanitarian aid - to conduct negotiations, to come to political consensus
4.  To worsen the quality of life, to bring devastation	4. To lead to diseases - to cause chaos, people's deaths
5. To be regulated, to be solved; to find the way out  by all means	5. To lead to humanitarian catastrophe - to lead to political and social instability

TEST 7

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters, objects)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say  which way of shopping you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

           

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To show the process of shopping	1. To purchase in a supermarket - to do the shopping at the market
2. To offer a large variety of goods	2. To be empty - to be overcrowded
3. To have an opportunity to select the item thoroughly	3. To have a fixed price - to change the price, to haggle
4. To use selling techniques to attract customers	4. It is convenient to do the shopping no matter what kind of weather it is - it is unpleasant to do the shopping in nasty weather
5. To give a chance to satisfy all customer's needs	5. To pay in cash -to pay  by credit card

TEST 8

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, objects)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  type of  transport you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

          

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. Means of transportation	1. To travel by land - to travel by water
2. Convenient, quick ways of travelling	2. To be safer - to be more dangerous
3. To be available to all holiday-makers	3. Different ticket price
4. To enjoy gorgeous landscape (seascape)	4. To be convenient to everybody - to cause sea-sickness
5. To reach the destination at the appointed time	5. To be isolated in a compartment - to stroll along the decks, to sunbathe, to enjoy the fresh sea air, to listen to the seagulls' cries, to watch the dolphins, playing  in the  emerald water

TEST 9

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  kind of music you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

    

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To go to a music concert	1. The concert of classical music - the concert of rock music
2. To enjoy the musical art	2. Calm, harmonic - loud, abrupt sounds
3. To spend free time perfectly	3. Peaceful, solemn atmosphere - active, noisy fans, sound and other special effects, aggressive manner of singing
4. To attract a  lot of spectators	4. Respectable, intelligent, well-educated audience, mainly of middle and old age - teenagers, young people, dressed in leather jackets and torn jeans, decorated with chains and bracelets, sometimes ill-brought up
5. To enrich the cultural life of a city/ town	5. To learn something new, to develop spiritually - to hang around with mates

TEST 10

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what sort of professional activity attracts you most

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

           

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. Useful occupations	1. To work with people - to work with machines and mechanisms
2. To bring definite (concrete) good results	2. To be a good psychologist - to be good at technologies
3. To require good education, good skills and abilities	3. To demand spiritual, emotional power - to need physical strength
4. To be well-paid	4. To be able to socialize, to be ready for a dialogue - to work individually, often in silence, on one's own
5. To deserve people's respect	5. To be prestigious among school-leavers - to be less demanded

TEST 11

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what sort of animals you would like to have as a pet

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

 

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. Different species of animals, representatives of fauna	1. A kitten (a pet) - a wild animal (a kitten of a leopard), to take a pet - to bring a wild rare creature home
2. To  look beautiful, to have soft fur, sharp teeth and claws, whiskers, a fluffy tail	2. To be  used to live at home, alongside with people - to be used to live in the wild, to get stressed in captivity
3. To belong to one and the same biological family (feline)	3. To be kind, playful - to be aggressive
4. To need people's care for survival	4. To like to be stroked and patted, to be played with - to be independent, to be on one's own
5. To be the source of esthetic pleasure for people	5. To be a domestic dweller, a man's companion - to be a predator, to struggle for its survival in the wild, for its place under the sun , to release back into the natural habitat (into the wild), to plan conservation programmes

TEST 12

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  type of  sports you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

  

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. Popular kinds of sports	1. Team game - individual sporting activity
2. To require special skills, good physical condition	2. A usual kind of sport - an extreme sport
3. To train continuously - to achieve good results	3. To require specific equipment (a motorcycle, a helmet, goggles)- to need a ball and a football pitch (ground)
4. Risky, traumatic activities	4. To be cheered up by fans - to perform on one's own
5. Give a lot of  joy and adrenalin	5. To take place at the stadium in a big city - to be carried out in a remote place

TEST 13

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what source of  getting information you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

   

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To provide with a lot of information	1. To be too heavy - to be more compact
2. To help to study and to relax	2. Need electricity to work - no special requirements
3.  To be the source of new knowledge	3. Can stop working due to viruses - never fail
4.  To need some time and effort to find the demanded data	4. To be always at hand - to go to the library
5. To assist to achieve the necessary result (e.g. to prepare a report, etc.)	5. To damage eyesight more - to do less harm to health
	6. To  be used o turn over the pages - to be a  representative of a square-eyed generation

TEST 14

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  way of  having a rest you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

      

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. A way to relax and to have a rest, to spend vacation	1. A passive way of resting - an active form of spending free time, to be one's cup of tea
2. A way to get positive emotions, unforgettable impressions, incredible experience	2. To get sunburnt - to explore new places, to get new experience, to train yourself
3. A way to charge your organism with new living forces	3. To relax on one's own - to get together with friends
4. A way of exploring new places	4. To be expensive - to cost less
5. To plan beforehand	5. To enjoy modern conveniences - to cope with bad weather conditions, to suffer from mosquitoes,  to overcome physical tiredness
6. To possess a definite sum of money	6. To travel to a far away country - to stay in the local area

TEST 15

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  kind of family you would like to have

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

       

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. A family is the main thing for any person	1. One - child family - family with a lot of kids
2. Family members love and support each other	2. To devote all care to the only child - to share attention and love equally between all children
3. Parents adore their children and take care of them	3. To have more problems and worries - to have more merry moments
4. All children need parents' love and care, they can't survive without hem	4. To be friendly, kind and caring - to be more egoistic
5. To give the feeling of security and defense, to be a kind of a safe and reliable fortress (rear) for a person	5. Parents are more responsible and much busier - parents can devote more time to themselves

TEST 16

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what source of  getting information you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

   

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. A way to spend spare time	1. A sports fan - an art connoisseur
2. A way to enlarge your horizons, to get new information, to get new emotions	2. To broaden intellectual level - to support a favourite team/ sportsman
3. Both activities give a chance  to enjoy oneself, to get in touch with something  a person likes (is keen on)	3. To enjoy a quiet solemn atmosphere of a museum hall - to shout loudly to cheer up the footballers, the runners, etc.
4. To require some preparation in advance (to arrange transport, to buy tickets, etc.)	4. To get positive peaceful emotions - to end with fans' fights and clashes
5. Both activities are not free of charge	5. To develop spiritually and mentally - to develop social skills
6.	6. To wear smart clothes - to be casually dressed

TEST 17

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what kind of entertainment you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

     

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. A spectacular kind of entertainment	1. To watch a performance collectively - to watch individually
2. A way of spending free time, a chance to unwind on a Saturday night	2. To experience the joint atmosphere - to be separated from each other
3. A way to learn something new and to enjoy yourself	3. To wear smart clothes - to be casually dressed
4. A chance to go out somewhere	4. To sit still (not to interfere the performance) - to eat crisps, popcorn or drink coke
5. An opportunity to get together with friends or relatives	5. To enjoy the comfort of the theatre hall (velvet curtains, soft armchairs) - to use new technologies (virtual reality)

TEST 18

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what source of  getting information you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

    

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. A definite source of getting new information	1. To buy a newspaper - to have technical devices
2.  A way to be aware of the latest events	2. To have a limited piece of information - the number of news is practically unlimited
3. A kind of group (collective) work	3. To look through the text - to have visual support
4. A way  to socialize with friends	4. To read the latest news - to read something outdated
5. To have something to discuss	5. To read what is printed - to choose the information yourself

TEST 19

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what way of life you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

          

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To represent a way of life	1. To be addicted to smoking - to be used to healthy diet and sports
2. A way to cope with stress or a way to improve a man's mood	2. To ruin one's health - to look beautiful, to keep fit, to be safe and sound
3. A method to distract from some worries or troubles	3. To be in low spirits, deep in gloomy thoughts - to be cheerful and strong
4. A way to represent yourself to the outer  world	4. To cause health problems (lungs diseases, cancer, asthma, heart attacks) - to enrich one's organism with vitamins, mineral elements, to  strengthen the immune system
5. A way to express one's individuality	5. To get rid of bad habits - an example to follow

TEST 20

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what way of travelling you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

   

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. A means of transport	1. A faster - slower way of travelling
2. A way to get to one's destination	2. More comfortable way of travelling - less convenient, especially in bad weather
3. To know and follow the road rules and regulations	3. More expensive way of travelling (needs some petrol) -  doesn't need any expenses
4.To need attentiveness and concentration	4. To experience mental concentration - to experience physical loads, a kind of a training for muscles
5. To be careful on the road	5. To stay in traffic jams - to be more mobile
6. To respect other drivers and passers-by	6. To cause some environmental problems - not to do it, to run on unleaded petrol - to create cycle lanes

TEST 21

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what           you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

    

 Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To be a means of transport	1. To be empty - to be crammed with cars, to congest towns
2. To be convenient and fast	2. To move quickly - to be stuck in a traffic jam, to crawl along
3. To get to the place  a man needs at any time	3. To ride along the countryside road - to be in a city centre
4. To take as much luggage as  a person need	4. To enjoy oneself, the scenery around - to be in a hurry, to be nervous, stressed
5. Not to follow the definite timetable	5. To enjoy the fresh air, the sunny day - to be poisoned by vehicle exhausts' fumes
6. To come to  one's destination in time	6. To be surely late

TEST 22

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what way of living you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

          

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. A kind of an accommodation (a block of flats, a cottage)	1. Different level of comfort (all modern conveniences: gas, running water, rubbish chute, etc. - the lack of some conveniences)
2. A place to have a rest, to keep private property	2. Different surroundings: green lawns, tall trees, flowers - asphalt and concrete walls, the so called stone jungles
3. To need a lot of money investments to support the level of comfort	3. Different relationships with neighbours: distant, far - more close and friendly
4. To be pleasant to dwell in	4. To have a flat - to have a house and a plot, a garden, a kitchen garden as a place to grow fruit and vegetables, a place to have a rest
5. To give the sense of a fortress (My house is my castle)	5. To be situated in a city centre - to be in the suburbs (on the outskirts)

TEST 23

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what kind of a room you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

        

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. A  kind of a dwelling place	1. To refer to different time periods
2. A place to sleep, to have a rest, to accept visitors	2. To look old-fashioned - to be modern, equipped with up-to-date furniture
3. To be clean and comfortable	3. To look prestigious and functional - to look simple and modest, a bit empty
4. To correspond to the owner's needs	4. To have different colour gamut  (blue and green)
5. To satisfy the owner's demands	5. To be decorated with vases, leather settees, mirrors - to have a canvass on the wall

TEST 24

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what holiday you would prefer to celebrate

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

   

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. A US holiday	1. A State holiday - a folk festival
2. To have some attributes (national flag, a pumpkin, etc.)	2. Parades and salutes take place - costume parties are organized
3. To have historic context	3. To have different aims: to show a country might, unity - to entertain, mainly to scary children
4. To be connected with some customs and traditions	4. To arrange family barbeques - to go treat or trick
5. To promote merry atmosphere	5. To wear scary costumes - to be casually dressed
6. To give a chance for families and friends to get together	6. To decorate houses with flags - to display lanterns, made of hollow pumpkins

TEST 25

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what way of having meals you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

    

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To have dinner/ meals	1. To be served at the table, the staff are courteous and helpful - to stand in a queue yourself
2. To eat tasty, healthy  food, To have a regularly changing menu	2. A big variety of delicious dishes, to offer a wide range of hot and cold snacks,  a good selection of fresh salads, high quality cuisine - a limited number of more common dishes
3. To choose something to  one's taste	3. To leave some tips to the waiter - to pay according to the check
4. To enjoy the company of one's mates/friends/relatives/colleagues	4. More luxurious/ private atmosphere - more simple furniture in the canteen
5. To need a definite sum of money	5. To celebrate an important event (anniversary) - just to have meals, not to be hungry
6. To know a set of good manners (table regulations)	6. To  reserve in advance - to come at any time/ eat on the spot

TEST 26

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what way of having meals you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

      

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To have dinner/ meals	1. To eat in the canteen - to have a family dinner
2. To stuff oneself with something	2. To be more delicious, healthy - to be more simple, less tasty
3. To supply oneself with new energy	3. To be cooked individually, with Mum's loving hands and soul - to be common, prepared with some kitchen devices
4. To know a set of good manners (table regulations)	4. To enjoy the company of your family members - to be surrounded by strangers
	5. To relax in a warm home atmosphere - to eat in more formal/official atmosphere

TEST 27

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what way of dressing you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

           

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To wear some clothes, to be reasonably well-dressed, to tend to stick to trendy clothes	1. To wear an up-to-date outfit, to be bothered about brand names or logos - to be dressed in a folk costume
2. To protect oneself from cold, sun heat, wind, etc.	2. To be made of leather, silk, nylon - to be made of cotton, flax, wool
3. To look smart, to differ from the people around	3. To be skillfully designed - to have a simple cut
4. To express  one's individuality, to draw other people's attention	4. To look a bit provocative - to look simple, modest, chaste
5. To demonstrate new ideas/ trends in fashion	5. To be universal/ of global character - to propagate the national, ethnic traditions
6. To become, to suit perfectly, to match the accessories, to go well with...	6. To be hand-made - to be designer clothes

TEST 28

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what source of  getting  money you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

             

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To show the financial background	1. To be retied - to be a businessman, to be financially secure - to suffer from poverty
2. To highlight the role of money in modern society	2. To earn a lot - to get a fixed sum of money/ have to beg in the street
3. To guarantee the descent way of life	3. To have unlimited possibilities for relaxation, travelling - to experience the lack of money for food and medicines
4. To provide a person with all necessary living conditions	4. To feel confident, happy - to feel insulted, offended, humble, oppressed
5. To ensure the feeling of stability	5.  To look miserable - to look self-confident

TEST 29

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  type of  lesson you  would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

 

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To have a chance to study	1. A school of the  previous century - a modern gymnasium
2. To have the right for free education	2. To use common school things (books, pens, etc.) - to work with modern electronic gargets
3. To work hard in the classroom	3. To look naive - to look more confident and ambitious
4. To get knew knowledge, to widen intellectual horizons	4. Outdated  old-fashioned atmosphere - modern furniture, to be well-equipped
5. To be supervised by an experienced teacher	5. To be poorly dressed - to wear a smart uniform

TEST 30

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say whose cultural traditions you would prefer to observe

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

 

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To show national traditions and customs, dances and rites	1. The Indian tribe - the group of the Khanty-Mansi people
2. To propagate the ethnic values, the national clothes,  the national culture	2. To live in South America - to inhabit the region of the Far North in Russia
3. To help the ethnic minorities to survive	3. To have different attributes: to wear masks, feathers, to be colorfully painted,  to  use spears  -  to use drums and tambourines, to wear clothes, made of deer's skins
4. To keep the traditional way of life	4. To carry out different rituals: masks shows - shamans' shows
5. To resist the process of globalization	5. To propagate different pagan religions

TEST 31

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  kind of sports you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

 

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To be a  kind of sports	1. To develop mental abilities - to develop physically
2. To develop one's character, will-power, stamina, physical and moral strength	2. To train one's brains - to strengthen one's muscles
3. To improve one's inner and outer shape, appearance, health level	3. To be rather traumatic, to suffer from heavy blows, bone fractures, tensions, contusions - to have no body injuries
4. To be engaged in a useful activity	4. To look intelligent, gentle - to look rough, tough
5. To require constant persistent training	5. To be held in different atmosphere: quiet and calm - noisy, aggressive, loud cheering, coacher's instructions
6. To need a partner, special equipment	6. To look like a serious contest - to look like a violent show

TEST 32

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what kind of outlook you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

           

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To see young girls in their early twenties, to be influenced by ...style	1. To wear nice /smart  dresses, made of light silk - to wear leather jackets, a lot of  metal things: ear rings, bracelets, belts, etc. To be a bit of a tomboy - to look like a lady mindful of her manners
2. To draw other people's attention	2. To have long wavy hair - to wear multicolored spikes
3. To attract and to charm/ to astonish	3. To be smartly made up (to use powder, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick skillfully) - to have tattoos, to wear strange, a bit scary face make up
4. To stand out of the crowd	4. To produce a lively, cheerful, charming impression -  to have a repulsive effect
5. To have one's own individual style	5. To cause the desire to get acquainted with - to cause the wish to avoid, to shun

TEST 33

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  kind of emotions  you would prefer to experience

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

       

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To demonstrate people's emotions	1. To burst into tears - to burst into laughter
2. To show various facial expressions	2. To sob inconsolably - to laugh without stopping
3. To display people's attitude to some events	3. To look desperate, miserable, pessimistic - to look optimistic, merry, positive, cheerful
4. To demonstrate different traits of character (optimism/pessimism)	4. To display weakness - to demonstrate self-confidence and strength
5. To teat life situations differently: to be ready to struggle and win - to be on the point of failing and giving up	5. To have different reasons: something terrible has happened - a happy event has taken place

TEST 34

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  profession  you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

      

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To be useful and respectful jobs	1. To be a peaceful occupation - to be a dangerous profession
2. To require a lot of  work experience	2. To deal with children - to meet offenders and criminals regularly
3. To demand theoretical knowledge and practical skills	3. To possess high intellect - to be in good physical shape (to think productively - to run quickly)
4. To educate, to bring up people
5. To help people to become better

TEST 35

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what type of crime seems to be more serious

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

     

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To commit a crime, to break the law	1.Different kinds of crimes
2. To be an infringer of thee law	2. To be  a shoplifter - to be a vandal
3. To be blame for/ accused of/ charged with a crime	3. To do something illegal secretly - openly
4. To be taken to court, to have definite problems with law (police)	4. try to benefit, get some material profit - try to develop or demonstrate one's artistic abilities or talents
5. To be sentenced to	5. To deserve different kinds of punishment (imprisonment - fine)

TEST 36

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  kind of film you would prefer to watch

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

      

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To  be a spectacular/ thrilling/ romantic film	1. To be kind - to be violent
2. To entertain the viewers	2. To teach something good - to propagate aggression, cruelty
3. To give the spectators a chance to relax and spend free time perfectly	3. To be full of honest ideas, kind laughter, sentimental feelings - to be packed with shooting, killing, bomb explosions, crude language
4.  To create the unforgettable film characters, to cite the characters' words ( to quote them) in everyday life	4. To be acceptable for family watching -  to have age limits
5. A lot of star-actors take part in... The acting is brilliant. The plot is gripping.	5. To be simple  - to be technically complicated (to be full of stunts, stunning computer effects, etc.)

TEST 37

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what place you would prefer to visit

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

    

Sample answer (possible ideas):

Примерный ответ (возможные идеи):

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To  be the historical landmarks	1. To have unclear origin - to be man-made
2. To be the symbols of the country	2. To refer to earlier period of time - to be constructed in about 1066
3. To have long history and some mystical moments in the development	3. To be built with religious (astronomical) purposes - to be constructed as a fortress
4. To attract a lot of tourists	4. Not to be used nowadays - to be constantly used (a prison, a royal treasure room, a museum)
5. To be protected by the state	5. To be connected with a lot of traditions (black ravens, beefeaters, etc)

TEST 38

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what sporting event seems to be more significant

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

    

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To  represent  the main sports competitions - the Olympic Games and the Paralympics; to be held every four years	1. To be healthy - to be handicapped (with limited physical abilities)
2. To show the great sporting achievements, to be persistent and hard-working	2. To be able-bodied athletes - to be disabled athletes (deaf, blind athletes, athletes with learning difficulties, athletes in wheelchairs)
3. To develop friendship and mutual understanding among nations	3. To be well-known - to be less popular
4. To promote world peace, to be successful, to take off in popularity	4. To have older origin - to be organized in 1960 first, to be much more recent
5. To award the best athletes from around the globe  with medals	5. Different number of participants (disabled are less in number)
6. To  use the same sporting facilities	6. To be broadcast worldwide - to have fewer spectators

TEST 39

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  way of doing household chores you would  prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

    

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To do the household chores	1. To wash with one's own hands - to do it automatically, with the help of a washing machine
2. To be constantly busy with housework	2. To need water, soap or soup powder - to need electricity, special devices
3. To do the washing - to look smart, tidy, clean and hygienic	3. To spend a lot of free time and physical strength - to save time, but to pay higher bills on electricity
4. To take a lot of time and physical effort	4. To look old-fashioned - to keep up with the latest technological advances
5. To be the routine women's duty	5. To get the result in a different period of time, to require drying and ironing - to be ready for wearing

TEST 40

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  way of  treating and getting recovery you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

    

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1.  Remedies  for some illnesses, a method to improve  one's health, physical or mental condition. To use it when you are  under the weather	1. Official medicine - folk remedies
2. To give definite relief , to get rid of sufferings	2. To take pills, to have injections, to gargle the sore throat with mixtures - to drink lemon tea, herb tea, tea with raspberry jam or honey; to enlarge the number of vitamins to stimulate the immune system
3. To help the sick in a good way	3. To reject the chemical way of treatment - to use the latest achievements in pharmacology
4. To improve the patients' condition	4. To consult a doctor - to take advice of  a quack, to use knowledge of folk medicine, to rely on ancestors' experience
5. To  bring  recovery in the long run	5. To have dangerous side effects - to do no harm for the organism
6. To be used in a combination ( in a parallel way)	6. To buy in a chemist's - to buy at the market

TEST 41

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what source of  getting information you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

     

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. The era of space exploration	1. A UFO, something strange, not realistic - a true fact (American astronauts on the Moon, 1969)
2. To study the cosmic environment	2. Any aliens  have  never been seen (only stories exist, no factual material) - a cosmonaut is an ordinary profession in many countries
3. To launch the sputniks and spaceships into the orbit	3. Aliens are said to come to Earth to kidnap humans in order to make research - people investigate space to get in touch with other possible civilizations and to contact them in order to make friends
4. To send space apparatuses to the far stars and planets, into other Galaxies	4. Extraterrestrials are supposed to have more advanced technologies - people can't decode their messages or signals
5. To explore the unknown, to develop the science of Astronomy	5. A fact of history and today life - a paranormal experience of the human mind
6. To express the eternal people's desire not to be alone in the Universe, to find intellectual brothers	6. Data for scientific research - material for science fiction novels

TEST 42

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  season of the year and type of weather you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

      

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To see a  definite season	1. Different season (summer - autumn)
2. To be characterized by its own peculiarities	2. Different type of weather: a rainy day - a sunny bright day, it is cool outside - it is warm
3. To be necessary for the right development of the natural world	3. To enjoy the tender sun rays - to hide from the drizzling rain
4. To bring pleasure and variety for people	4. People suffer from colds, a running nose and a sore throat, they get a flu or even quinsy - people are in good health, no diseases trouble them
5. To adjust to various tastes, to please all people and their preferences	6. To wear light clothes: T-shirts, shorts, cotton dresses - to be warmly-dressed, to wear a raincoat or a mackintosh, to carry an umbrella

TEST 43

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what type (genre) of painting you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

           

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To be a distinguished work of Art	1. To belong to different Art styles (realism, impressionism)
2. To represent a real masterpiece	2. To represent various types of paintings (portrait, still life)
3. To be painted skillfully	3. To be made in different colour gamut
4. To express the artist's view on life, his inner world, his emotions and mood	4. To be created in different time periods
5.To belong to the brush of an outstanding artist	5. To have different messages to the spectators
6. To be displayed in famous Art Galleries or Museums	6. To be painted in different techniques

TEST 44

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  kind of appearance attracts you most

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

             

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To show the portraits of people (people's faces)	1. To show a man's face - a woman's face
2. To convey  people's emotions	2. To show different attitude to the question: serious - not very serious
3. To show people's character	3. To take something close to heart - to take something easy
4. To express people's mood	4. To be  a reserved, shy person - to demonstrate emotions openly
5. To look intelligent, pleasant; To make a good impression on the people around	5. To treat the problem differently because of different age (to be in the early 40-s - to be in the late 20-s)

TEST 45

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what way of life is the best for the animal, in your opinion

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

     

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To see a rare representative of feline family - to see a wild cat (a tiger)	1. To lead different ways of life (to be imprisoned - to enjoy freedom)
2. To be an endangered  species	2. To be kept in captivity (to suffer from tights cages or enclosures, to lose natural instincts) - to live in the wild (to be  killed by the poachers)
3. To be on the edge of extinction	3. To be looked after - to take care of the survival themselves
4. To need protection, people's care and attention	4. To suffer from Zoo visitors' annoyance, noise, looks -  to be the master of their own lives
5. To preserve a beautiful representative of the wild fauna, to plan conservation programmes, to set up rehabilitation centers	5. To be happy - to look depressed, frustrated, miserable

TEST 46

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what season of the year you prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

     

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To represent the two seasons of the year	1. A summer day - a winter day
2. To show the usual cycles in the development of nature	2. To be cold, frosty - to be warm, hot
3. To demonstrate the beauty of each season, to look fabulous	3. The scenery is  multicoloured (there are a lot of bright flowers, green grass) - everything is white as it is covered with ice and snow
4. To be equally loved by people	4. To enjoy the warmth of the sun - to breath in the  freezing embracing air
5. To offer a lot of activities both for kids and adults	5. To wander around the meadow, to sunbathe, to pick up berries and flowers - to ski, to sledge, to go tobogganing, to play snowballs

TEST 47

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  type of appearance/ outlook  you would prefer to have

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

       

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. The desire to look beautiful	1. To work a lot in the gym - to sit passively at home
2. To make an impression on people around	2. To build up muscles - to lose weight
3. To sculpture one's body	3. To eat a lot of protein - to reject meat, fish and other nutritious products
4. To reach perfection	4. To look strong - to look exhausted
5. To be the source of envy and admiration	5. To be full of energy, healthy optimism - to be ill, to suffer from anorexia, low blood pressure, the lack of vital forces
6. To be/ not to be the example to follow	6. To arouse different feelings: pride, admiration - to feel compassion, pity, bewilderment

TEST 48

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what type of leisure/pastime you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

  

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To spend free time outdoors	1. A frosty winter day - a warm sunny summer day
2. To  be busy doing something pleasant	2.  To be warmly dressed - to wear a swim suit
3. To enjoy beautiful weather	3. To walk in the park - to spend time at the seaside
4. To be pleased with the result	4. To make a snowman - to build sand castles
5. To look glad, happy, satisfied	5.To be in the company of a friend - to be alone

TEST 49

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  kind of entertainment  you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.        

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To be fond of dancing	1. Different types of dances: graceful, not very fast - rhythmic, quick, jerky
2.  A way to spend free time	2. To be graceful and elegant - to look sporty, sometimes untidy
3.  To have a  chance to show one's abilities, one's outfit	3. To wear beautiful dresses and suits - to be dressed casually
4.  Not to miss a possibility to make new friends	4. To enjoy the solemn atmosphere of a ball and of a nicely-decorated ball-room - to be in the half-dark room, lighted sometimes with lasers
5. To have a good time in the company of  co-dancers	5. To listen to wonderful melodies - to be deafened by loud music

TEST 50

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  kind of street procession  you would prefer to take part in

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

     

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. A street procession	1. A Shrovetide carnival - May Day demonstration
2. To be devoted to some event	2. A folk carnival - a political procession
3. To mark the ending of winter, the beginning of spring	3. To carry flags, flowers, balloons - to make a scarecrow of  winter
4. To be smartly dressed, to prepare some special equipment	4. To be followed by a fire - to be over at the family dinner table
5. To sing songs, to dance, to be merry, to be in high spirits	5. To have special dishes for the holiday meals, e.g. pancakes - to have barbeques
6. To gather (to attract) a lot of people	6. To be an official day off - to be held on Sunday

TEST 51

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  type of dancing you would prefer to watch/ take part in

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

         

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To be crazy about dancing	1. A couple dance - to work alone
2. To demonstrate one's abilities and talents	2. To move gracefully - to like jerky movements, to demonstrate physical strength
3. To listen to the music carefully	3. To wear smart costumes - to  be dressed in casual clothes
4. To cause the feeling of pride, pleasure, admiration	4. To be a kind of art - to be a kind of sport
5. To require persistent work	5. To dance together with a partner - to work individually
6. To win various contests	6. To feel one's partner's support - to depend only on oneself

TEST 52

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what type of people's relationships/ behaviour  you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

         

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To communicate, to contact, to get in touch with somebody	1. To live in peace, to be friendly - to argue, to be like a bear with a sore head
2. To have good/bad relationships	2. To understand each other - to lose balance, patience, to burst into crying
3. To get on well/ not well with	3. To be of the same opinion - to accuse of doing smth wrong, to blame for all mistakes, to shift guilt onto the partner
4. To be on bad/good terms with	4. To be able to find a compromise - not to listen to each other and not to hear
5. To learn to acquire the skills of productive communication	5. To conflict/ to argue/ to quarrel/ to have a row - to smooth the situation, to come to an agreement/ to make up with
6. To learn to find consensus	6. To look/fell happy - angry, unhappy

TEST 53

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  type of place you would prefer to visit

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

    

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To see climatic zones	1. A tropical rainforest (jungle), to renew the Earth air, to be the lungs of the planet, to purify the air - a desert
2. To be situated in a warm/hot place	2. A humid, damp hot place - a bone-dry, desiccated, parched place
3. To be characterized by definite peculiarities	3. Saturated soil, abundant greenery, a great variety of trees and flowers - a baked, scarce scenery, endless sands
4. To be the habitat of some living creatures, the home to various mammals, birds, insects, reptiles	4. To be the home of hundreds of animals and birds - to be inhabited by some insects, reptiles
5. To explore, to find something new, to make some profit for the mankind	5. To be full of various sounds, cries, twitter, roar - to seem to be silent

TEST 54

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what type of creative work you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

              

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To show the world around	1. To work fast - to paint for a long time
2. To convey some views, scenery	2. To give the exact view - to change something
3. To give the idea of something to the views	3. To be the documentary paper - to be done in accordance with the artist's imagination
4. To be a kind of art	4. To look realistic, true to life - to  be based on unrealistic plots
5. To require artistic skills and abilities	5. To show the world as it is - to present the fantastic, imaginary world, to convey the author's point of view
6. To be demonstrated at the exhibitions	6. Photos and paintings differ in price

TEST 55

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what way of making plans for future you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

           

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To plan/ work out the future life	1. The future seems to be indefinite, the aims are ambiguous, the plans are not concrete - to have a fixed goal (to get good education )
2. To see definite career prospects	2. Not to know what way to choose, to be in two minds - to follow the strict life route
3. To be ambitious	3. To make no effort, to wait - to take concrete steps towards the final purpose
4. To be well-educated, promoted at work, successful in private life	4. To look careless, thoughtless - to look resolute and determined
5. To work hard to reach the goal	5. To expect some assistance in making up the decisions - to rely on oneself
6. To do one's best to achieve the aim	6. To be a bit childish and irresponsible - to behave like adults
7. To be young and to have unlimited possibilities	7. To add some seriousness - to be an example to follow
8. To be young and not have the experience of failure
9. To seem bright, careless, trouble-free

TEST 56

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what type of  behaviour on the road is correct

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

       

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To be drivers and pedestrians	1. To observe - to break the road rules
2. To take part in the road traffic daily	2. To cross the road in a fixed place (at the crossing) - to run across the road in the wrong place
3. To  know road rules and regulations	3. To promote safety on the road - to lead to the road accidents
4. To be polite to each other and attentive to avoid being hurt or damaged	4. To ensure order on the road - to provoke panic, injuries, stress; to put at risk people's lives
5. To take care of one's own and other people's safety	5. To reach one's destination without incidents - to be fined by the traffic warden, to be injured and to be taken to hospital
6. Not to cause traffic accidents or crashes on the road	6. To be an example to follow - to be disapproved of

TEST 57

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what occupation in your future life you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

         

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To see  a young woman	1. To be a housewife - to be a businesswoman
2. To lead a definite way of life (to have a certain daily routine)	2. To spend a lot of time at home - to be constantly at work (in an office)
3. To be busy with something  a lot	3. To do the cooking, the washing up, the cleaning, the ironing - to be engaged in meetings, negotiations, official parties, etc.
4. To look smart and happy	4. To be financially dependent on someone else - to earn a good salary
5. To be satisfied with one's position	5. To have the same aim every day - to be involved into different types of activities
6. To have the desire to continue, to go further, forward, upwards	6. To be respected - to remain unnoticed, invisible, ungrateful

TEST 58

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what   kind of contest you would  prefer to take part  in

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

       

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To have a contest	1. An intellectual quiz - a beauty show
2. To compete for a prize	2. To have a group contest - to compete individually
3. To show talents and abilities	3. To show great intellect - to demonstrate physical perfection
4. To be ambitious and determined	4. To be smart and noble - to misbehave, to make tricks on the co-contestants, to be jealous
5. To have a strong desire to win, to get a present for the victory	5. To judge fairly - not always be a just show
6. To prepare for a long time, to train hard	6. To get moral satisfaction and some financial support - to be paid fantastic fees and given luxurious  gifts

TEST 59

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what type of school activities you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

         

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To be a school student	1. To have the desire to study - to demonstrate one's superiority, to be a menace, o bully, to play tricks on others
2. To attend school and to get some knowledge	2. To attend school classes regularly - to miss classes, to play truant
3. To get in contact with classmates	3. To have a lot of friends - to be isolated, to experience the lack of friends due to one's bad behaviour
4. To learn to socialize	4. To behave in a proper way - to break school rules and regulations, to be the course of constant conflicts and rows
5. To prepare for adult life	5. To cause no trouble - to invite parents to school regularly for a serious talk or some explanations
6. To be evaluated by people around (e.g. by teachers, classmates, etc.)	6. To need some help and correction - to be an example to follow

TEST 60

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say  kind of extreme sports you would prefer to practice

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

  

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference    (Различие)
1. To be engaged into a sporting activity	1. To fly high in the sky (to go hang gliding) - to go diving (scuba diving)
2. To be a fan of extreme kind of sport, to be dangerous, to cause some adrenalin	2. To see the beauty of the sky and earth beneath - to enjoy the spectacular view of the underwater realm
3. To devote a lot of time to training	3. To be done independently - can  be accompanied by an instructor
4. To spend a lot of money on the special equipment	4. To have a chance to see and enjoy - to be able to touch (plants, fishes, corals, etc.)
5. To have a chance to escape from the routine everyday life	5. To have an opportunity to sing, to shout loudly, to express  one's emotions - to have to be silent (keep silence)
6. To have a possibility to get rid of stress and to fill oneself with new emotions and necessary energy	6. Can be done not far from home (at the local airfield)  - requires a long trip to the tropical sea

TEST 61

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what way of communication you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

 

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To represent a type of communication	1. To write a letter - to make a phone call
2. To show a  way  of informing each other about the latest news	2. To be a quick way of contacting - to need  a lot of time to get to the addressee
3. A method to convey some thoughts or ideas to a friend or relative, a colleague or a mate, to share some knowledge or to ask for advice	3. To need a sheet of paper, a pen, an envelope - to need a special electronic gadget
4. A way to get in contact with  a person  somebody likes, adores, respects, misses, etc.	4. To cost almost nothing - to have a high price, to cost a lot
5. A means not to feel lonely or  abandoned	5. To speak briefly - to write as much as one wants, to add all the details, to express one's attitude

TEST 62

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  fictional/ cartoon character appeals to you most

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

 

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To show cartoon characters (female)	1. To show Cinderella - to depict the Snow Queen
2. To be widely known and easily-recognized	2. To be nice, helpful, kind - to be cruel, angry, egoistic, ambitious
3. To be associated with some personal qualities, traits, features	3. To help people around (step sisters, stepmother, etc), to assist animals and birds - to cause arguments, rows, to bring unhappiness, sorrow, troubles
4. To look beautiful, to be smartly dressed	4. To possess a kingdom - to live with an angry stepmother
5. To be represented both in books and on the TV screen	5. To reign, to rule all creatures around - to work a lot
6. To be read or seen with pleasure by children	6. To look cold, distant, severe - to be mild, gentle, tender
	7. To stay alone, unhappy and furious - to find true love, to be greatly rewarded

TEST 63

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what square you would prefer to visit

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

 

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To show the central squares of the big cities	1. Times Square in New York - Trafalgar Square in London
2. To be the centre of a city life, the place of parades, official ceremonies	2. To be situated in Europe - to be located on North American continent
3.  To house a lot of cafes, restaurants,  shops, boutiques	3. To be framed with skyscrapers - to look more spacious
4. To be decorated with a monument to a famous person or national hero	4. To be crammed with people - to have a chance to walk and feed pigeons
5. To be brightly illuminated at night	5. To look more noisy and overcrowded - to have more official atmosphere
6. To attract a lot of tourists	6. To be lit with  a lot of multicoloured lights of advertisements - to look grey, reserve, strict

TEST 64

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  sort of relationships with animals you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

        

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To represent animals (mammals)	1. A bull - a horse
2. To demonstrate people's relationships with animals	2. To participate in the bull's fight, called corrida (Spanish tradition) - to take part in sporting hose competitions
3. To take part in various contests	3. To look violent, cruel, to propagate aggression - to be graceful, nice to look at
4. To be taken good care of	4. To be dangerous both for the man and the animal - to do good like any sporting activity
5. To look tidy, healthy, strong, pleasant	5. To be banned (forbidden) - to be broadcast to draw people's (children's) attention to this kind of sport

TEST 65

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what type of state management is more effective 

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

     

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To be at the head of the state	1. The British queen - The British Parliament
2. To rule the country, to influence its fate, to create its image on the international arena	2. To reign (to have formal power) - to rule (to possess legal power)
3. To be responsible for common people's lives	3. To be a historic symbol (tradition) - to represent the working government
4. To adopt laws, to regulate the juridical norms	4. To consist of many well-educated professionals - to be an absolute monarch
5.  To have the right to reject the bill (to put veto)	5. To be elected - to inherit the throne
6. To represent the country and its interests at summits, conferences, congresses, etc.	6. To be paid (to get salary) for work - to own the personal budget

TEST 66

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what source of  lighting is more  convenient            

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

          

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To be the source of light (to enlighten the room, house, etc.)	1. To be lit by a candle - to be lit by an electric bulb (to be widely supplied with electricity)
2. To give a person a definite comfort, to ensure convenience	2. To be poorly enlightened - to be clearly seen
3. To give a man an opportunity to read, write, knit, etc.	3. To lit the room - to guarantee the work of electric devices (a fridge, a PC, a TV, a washing machine, etc.), to warm the house, etc.
4.	4. To give blinking light - to be the sauce of constant and bright light
	5. Candles have been existed for many centuries - an electric lamp was invented in 19-th century
	6. Electricity is produced by power stations. For candle light you need a candle and a box of matches

TEST 67

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what ceremony causes more emotions, from your point of view                

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

     

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. Important historic events	1. Military parade on 7 November 1941 - Victory military parade in 1945
2. War military parades in Red Square in Moscow	2. Strict severe atmosphere - solemn merry mood
3. To demonstrate military power and unbending spirit and will of the Soviet people and Red Army	3. To go to the front line to defend Moscow - to mark the end of the just war against fascists
4. To ensure people in peaceful life, to cheer the country-fellows up, to strengthen their trust in better future	4. To strengthen people's certainty in victory over aggressors - to mark the enemy's complete defeat
5. To promote world peace, to guarantee future without war conflicts and numerous victims

TEST 68

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what people should do to fight the threat of terrorism

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

     

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. The act of terrorism	1. To explode the twin towers in New York (11 September) - to cause the airplane crash (over the territory of Egypt, 2016)
2. To make people feel scared (frightened to death)	2.   To be attacked by the air jet - to be mined and crashed in the air
3. To cause numerous victims, to do huge moral and physical damage, to lead to enormous sorrow and grief	3.  To have the survivors - to have no chance to rescue
4. To blow off, to explode, to shoot
5. To take precautions, to be on the alarm, to strengthen safety measures
6. To be difficult to prevent (to reveal the plot, to find the executives)
7. To get together in the struggle against terrorism, to be condemned by the progressive mankind

TEST 69

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say  what people should do to avoid such conflicts

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

        

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To have a war conflict	1. An ancient battle - a recent armed conflict
2. To try to conquer another country, land, etc.  To be fearless warriors	2. To invade a new land - to protect the native country, to reject the enemy's blow
3. To do one's best to reach the aim - to defeat the toes,  to make some profit, to gain some fame and glory	3. Different outfit and weapons: camouflage jackets and trousers, helmets, machine guns - chain armour, swards, shields, to ride horses
4. To use powerful weapon
5. To be cruel, violent, tough towards the enemy, to know no sympathy and mercy to the opponents
6. To destroy the buildings, to kill people, to lead to numerous victims, to cause grief and troubles, to suffer from terrible consequences
7. Need to be solved in a peaceful way

TEST 70

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what kind of troops you would prefer to serve in (you are proud of)

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

         

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To be a kind of Armed Forces of Russia, to do risky job	1. Air-Landing Forces - Military Naval Forces
2. To be strong, to have excellent physical moral and training, to get all the necessary skills	2 To do parachute jumping, to master martial arts - to fulfill one's duty on board a modern man-of-war
3. To have the same aim - to protect the native country, to guaranty its safety	3. To be organized at different time, to have professional holiday on 2 August - on the last Sunday in July
4. To be highly respected by civil population
5. To be awarded with a lot of medals and orders

TEST 71

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what kind of toys (dolls) you would prefer to have

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

          

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. To see a couple of toys	1. Modern - old-fashioned, ancient
2. To fulfill the function to entertain children, to develop them mentally and physically	2. To be aimed at playing - to have symbolic meaning: help to protect family members from troubles, diseases, to guard the future harvest,  to teach children some practical skills
3. To look smart, pleasant, funny	3. To be bought in a toy shop - to be hand-made, have unique design
4. To be affordable for each child	4. To be easily interchanged (replaced) by new ones - to be kept carefully, to be inherited from the previous generations
5. To be kept in every family/ house

TEST 72

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what source of  getting  water you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

       

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. Water - the sauce of life, to be the valuable natural resource	1. Running water at home as a modern convenience - need to be brought from the well or river or water spring
2. To be used widely in everyday life for drinking, washing, cleaning, watering plants, etc.	2. Demand some physical strength, inconvenient - to turn the tap in the bathroom or kitchen
3. To clean the human organism from the inside and outside	3. To be economical - unlimited amount of  water
4. Living creatures can't exist without water, to suffer from dehydration	4. To contain some impurities - to be crystal clean
5. To require protection, economic use

TEST 73

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  kind of production is more effective

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

    

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. The process of breeding poultry	1. A separate (individual) farm - a specially organized chicken-producing farm
2. To bring definite profit for the owner	2. To produce meat, eggs in limited numbers for individual consumption - to produce poultry on large scale
3. To require constant care, attention, hard work	3. To feed with grain - to use special additions for rapid growth
4. To need definite financial investments	4. To be healthy, tasty- to taste tough, to contain some harmful substances (antibiotics)
5. To demand certain knowledge and practical skills from the farmer/ producer in order to succeed	5. To have different self-cost

TEST 74

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what  type of activity you would prefer

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

       

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. A way to spend free time, a day off, vacation	1. To go fishing - to pick up mushrooms
2. A way to relax, to enjoy oneself, to get some pleasure	2. To spend time on the river bank - to walk in the forest
3. To cook something unusual, tasty	3. To need special equipment (a fishing rod, etc.) - to have a basket
4. To explore some new territories, a chance to travel, to go hiking	4. To be alone - to enjoy the company of family members
5. An opportunity to demonstrate one's skills, abilities, luck	5. To require special training, skills - to need time, desire

TEST 75

Study the two photographs. In 2 minutes be ready to compare and contrast the photographs.

1) Give a brief description of the photos (action, location, characters)

2) Say what the pictures have in common

3) Say in what way the pictures differ

4) Say what type of production is more profitable

5) Explain why (give reasons)

You are to speak for 2 minutes. You are to speak fluently.

    

Similarity (Сходство)	Difference  (Различие)
1. The process of milk production	1. To have one cow on an individual farm - to have hundreds of cows for mass production
2. To take care, to look after, to provide with vet's help	2. To have a name, to be surrounded with special care - to have a number on the ear label
3. To bring definite profit to the owner	3. Different amount of milk due to different level of care and attention
4. To be the source of constant trouble, to need permanent physical labour	4. To be separated at the milk factories - to drink the whole milk (unskimmed)
5. To be difficult to organize and manage	5. To look more tidy, clean

Краткое описание документа:

С 6. Монолог-сравнение двух фотографий. Ученику дается 2 минуты на ознакомление с заданием и 2 минуты на выполнение задания.

Ученику предлагается кратко описать и сравнить две фотографии, следуя предложенному плану. Необходимо также выразить свою точку зрения по тематике фотографий. Максимальный балл за задание С6 - 7 баллов.

При сравнении фотографий рекомендуется использовать следующие фразы-клише:

In both pictures we can see...

The two pictures look alike because...

Both pictures show/ represent/ demonstrate...

In the first picture I can see... while the second picture introduces...