Writing Task. Choose ONE of the topics below.
• Express your opinion on topic.
• Connect your ideas into a paragraph.
• Use present simple forms.
• Use correct form of modal verbs.
• Use appropriate punctuation.
Topic 1. Our neighbourhood
Write about the places you like in your neighbourhood. Write what you can do there
and explain why you like these places. Why your friends should visit these places one
day.
Topic 2. Transport
Write what people can change to make transport system better in place where you
live. Explain why. Write why people need these changes.
Speaking
Task. Choose one of the cards and make up an individual talk. Use subject related
vocabulary while talking on a given topic. You have 1 minute to prepare and 1-2
minutes to talk
Card 1. Talk about the topic 'Our neighbourhood'. The following questions will help
you to organize your talk:
1) Do you like living in your neighbourhood?
2) What are the advantages and disadvantages of your neighbourhood?
3) What would you change about your neighbourhood?
4) What types of services are popular near to you?
5) How far are you from the city center?
Card 2. Talk about the topic 'Our neighbourhood'. The following questions will help
you to organize your talk:
1) Do you like the neighbourhood?
2) Where is the best place to eat in your city/village/country?
3) What is the best attraction in your city/village?
4) What are popular natural places in your neighbourhood?
5)
5) Where is the best place to shop in your city/village?
Card 3. Talk about the topic 'Transport'. The following questions will help you to
organize your talk:
1) Do you have a bicycle/roller skates/ segway?
2) When did you get it?
3) Is it difficult to ride it? Why?
4) How often do you ride it?
5) Why do you like it?
Card 4. Talk about the topic 'Transport'. The following questions will help you to
organize your talk:
1) How do you get to school?
2) How long does it take?
3) Do you often use public transportation?
4) How much is the bus fare?
5) Do you think it is safe to travel by bus?

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