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

postcard. I also wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Actually, in Russia, we celebrate Christmas but we do it on January 7th. There are lots of other holidays such as Women’s Day, May Day and Victory Day. My favourite holiday is New Year’s Day as I always get lots of presents. We usually decorate a fir-tree and put presents under it. When the Kremlin clock strikes twelve, we wish each other ‘Happy New Year’. Then we usually go for a walk and let off fireworks.

And what about you? How do you celebrate New Year’s Day? Are there any holidays connected with British history? How do you mark them?

Well, I’d better go now. It’s time to do my homework. Take care and write back soon. Love, Nina

Task 20.

43 Sedova Street

Tula

Russia

12/07/08

Dear Susie,

Thanks for your letter. I’m glad you did well at your GCSE exams!

In your letter you asked me about eating habits in Russia. Well, we’ve got lots of traditional dishes, for example, studen (jellied chopped pieces of pork or veal meat) or pelmeny (meat-filled dumplings). My favourite dish is pancakes with caviar but I also eat them with honey or sour cream. In Russia, we have three main meals a day: breakfast in the morning, dinner at midday and supper in the evening. We also like to drink tea with lemon in the afternoon.

Anyway, I’m not quite sure about dieting. What kind of diet have you chosen? How long are you going to be on a diet? Will you eat meat?

Well, I’ve got to go now. Hope to hear from you soon!

Love,

Vera

Task 21.

13 Shirokaya Street

Moscow

Russia

June 16th

Dear Sheryl,

It was great to hear from you! I’m really glad you passed your History test.

You asked me about hobbies which are popular with Russian teens. Well, many teenagers are interested in music and

playing computer games. Others are into collecting or doing sports. As for me, my hobby is cooking. I collect traditional Russian recipes and cook these dishes. However, I feel I don’t have enough time for my hobby as I’ve got too much homework. If I had more free time, I’d take up photography. It’s really exciting.

Anyway, it’s great that school is over. What are you going to do in summer? Will you stay with your grandparents? Would you like to visit other countries?

Well, I’d better go now. I’ve got to get ready for my piano class. Wish me luck!

Take care,

Alina

Task 22.

16 Primakova Street St. Petersburg Russia

24 April 2008

Dear David,

Thanks for your letter. Sorry for not having written earlier but I was too busy at school.

You asked me about a typical Russian teenager. Well, Russian teenagers are in fact very ordinary. They think their teachers make them work too hard and friendship is the most important thing in their lives.

Teens always invent new hobbies and the most popular leisure activity nowadays is playing computer games. Most teenagers are fond of sports and are crazy about modern music. Parents think that modern teens are awful but I think they are criticised for no reason.

Anyway, it’s great that you like skateboarding. It’s an exciting sport. How long have you been doing it? Do you know any tricks? Have you got any other hobbies?

I’ve got to go now. Take care and keep in touch!

Yours,

Andrew

Task 23.

5 Otradnaya Street

Moscow

Russia

16/03/08

Dear Sam,

Thanks for your letter! It was great to hear from you so soon!

You asked me to tell you about Moscow. Well, it is a very beautiful city especially in autumn when all trees are of different colours. The heart of Moscow is the Kremlin. It’s an ancient fortress with beautiful churches inside.

Moscow is a unique city, where history and modern life are brought together. On the one hand, you can enjoy traditional Russian festivals such as Maslenitsa. On the other hand, Moscow is a modern 24-hour city where you can visit different theatres, cinemas and exhibitions.

By the way, will you tell me about your school and school life? Do you have any clubs at school? Are you given much homework?

Please write back. I look forward to your reply.

Yours,

Boris

Task 24.

Flat 24

27 Festivalnaya Street

Moscow

Russia

26/05/08

Dear Jill,

Thanks for your letter. I’m looking forward to your arrival!

It won’t be difficult for you to get to my place. Just take an express bus to “Rechnoy Vokzal” metro station. When you get off, turn right and go down Festivalnaya Street. My block of flats is about five minutes walk. I think it’s the easiest and the cheapest way.

As for the weather, it’s quite nice at the moment and the forecast is fine. I think it will be hot and sunny so take a swimming

costume. By the way, what sights would you like to visit? What would you prefer to do in the evenings? I can buy tickets to the Bolshoi Theatre. Would you like to go?

Anyway, I’m sure we’ll have a wonderful time together. Can’t wait to see you!

Lots of love,

Nastya

Task 25.

16 Osipenko Street

Moscow

Russia

20/02/09

Dear Chemmy,

It was great to get your letter. Thanks a lot for offering your help.

As for my trip to the UK, I’m planning to study at a language school and take the FCE exam. I’m going to enter Oxford University so I have to speak fluent English. I hope you can advise me a good school for preparation. It would be great if it was not far from your place so that we could spend time together.

Oh, and another thing! I’d like to find a part-time job to pay for my expenses.

By the way, what TV shows do you enjoy? Are they funny or educational? Do you watch soaps? Actually, I do but not often. Just to relax.

I’d better go now as I’ve got loads of homework. Hope to hear from you soon!

Love,

Sonya

Task 26.

60 Sverdlov Street

Ufa

Russia

23 March 2008 Dear Jack,

Thanks for your last letter. I’m glad you get on well with your brother.

Well, I agree that it’s difficult to choose our future occupation as there are lots of different jobs. However, I wouldn’t like to follow in my parents’ footsteps as I’m not interested in their profession. I’ve asked my father for advice and he believes I must choose my future career according to my preferences.

As for me, I enjoy travelling and I want to see the world. So I’d rather work in tourism. But I haven’t made the final choice yet.

Have you got any hobbies? What are your favourite leisure activities? Do you enjoy active or passive holidays? Some people turn their hobbies into their careers.

Hope this helps. Drop me a line when you can.

All the best,

Peter

Task 27.

28 Kurchatova Street

Moscow

Russia

24 May 2008

Dear Pam,

Thanks for your letter. It was great to hear from you!

In your letter you asked me about my household duties. Of course I have to do some chores because my mum’s too busy at work. I think everyone in the family has to do their fair share. Actually, I don’t do much, just go shopping and clean my room. It doesn’t take long so I have enough time to do my homework and to chat with my friends.

Anyway, it was great to hear about your trip to Italy! What city are you going to? How long are you going to stay there? Will you take any exams? Write back and tell me about your holidays.

Well, I’d better go now as I’ve got to take my dog for a walk. It’s also my duty.

Love,

Lucy

Task 28.

Flat 22

10 Ozernaya Street

Moscow

Russia

26/05/08

Dear Jenny,

I was happy to hear from you! I’m sure you’ll pass successfully all your exams!

In Russia, we have State Exams in June and it’s rather difficult to prepare for them, too. I started to get ready about a year ago but still have lots of work to do. I usually don’t study at night as I find it useless. I think the best way of revision is to study with your friend. It’s easier for me to remember facts and figures when I talk about them.

Thanks a lot for your invitation. I’ll be glad to visit you in summer. What clothes shall I bring? How much money should I take? Will we be able to travel round Great Britain?

Anyway, I’m sure we’ll have a wonderful time together. Can’t wait to see you!

Write back!

Olesya

Task 29.

14 Gagarina Street

Kazan

Russia

20/09/08

Dear Patricia,

Thanks for your letter. I’m glad your birthday party was a great success!

Well, in Russia we don’t pay much attention to clothes but of course everybody wants to look great! Actually, any clothes will do if a person feels comfortable. As for me, I usually wear a skirt and a smart blouse. You were quite right not to take any notice of your friend’s clothes. If I were you, I would have done the same. It’s not the clothes that count, after all.

By the way, what birthday presents did you get? Did your parents give you what you wanted? What presents did you like most of all? As for me, I prefer books.

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

Lots of love,

Ilona

Task 30.

19 Larina Street Rostov-upon-Don Russia

20 May 2008 Dear Mark,

Thanks for your last letter. I’m glad you got over the flu!

Well, I think you shouldn’t feel embarrassed. I guess there are lots of attractions in ‘Waterland’ like water slides or water games so nobody will notice that you can’t swim. You should definitely go there and have fun!

Yet I would start learning to swim if I were you. It isn’t very difficult so you will need five or six lessons. Swimming is my favourite sport because it’s a good exercise for the whole body so you’ll always stay in shape.

And what about you? What sports do you enjoy? Have you got any favourite sportsmen? Are you fond of extreme sports?

Well, I’d better go now as I have to do the shopping. Write back soon!

All the best,

Vasya

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