C2. Английский язык. Подготовка к ЕГЭ 2013. Часть 2.

C2 № 55. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some of my friends say there's nothing better than reading a good book while others would rather watch its film version.

What is your opinion? How would you prefer to get to know the characters and the plot of the book?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 101. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some young people believe that while at school we should concentrate on studying; others think that working part-time has many advantages.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

— make an introduction (state the problem)
— express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
— express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
— explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
— make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 193. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some of my friends think it’s important to do sports regularly while others would rather watch a sporting event on TV.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

— make an introduction (state the problem)
— express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
— express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
— explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
— make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 285. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some people think that to be a success you need talent; others believe that hard work can compensate for the lack of it.

What is your opinion?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 331. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some people believe that English should be the only foreign language taught at our schools. Others think that German, French and Spanish should continue.

What is your opinion?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 377. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some people think that extreme sports help to build character.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 423. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some parents think that if there is a computer at home their children will waste much of their time on videogames and social networking.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 607. Comment on the following statement.
Some people think that extreme sports help to build character.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200–250 words.
Use the following plan:
- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2–3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1–2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 653. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some people think that to get a good education one should go abroad.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 699. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some people think that you can have only one true friend.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 745. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some people think that learning foreign languages is a waste of time and money.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 791. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some people think that young people should follow in their parents' footsteps when choosing a profession.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 837. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some students think that the most important thing for a teacher is to make studying enjoyable for students.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 883. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some people think that you can master the language only if you study it abroad, in the native speaking environment.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 929. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some people think that boys and girls should study separately at different schools.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 1021. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some parents think that having a computer at home will help their children to get a better education.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 1205. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

It’s reported that billions of dollars are spent on space exploration projects every year. Some people believe that this money should be used to solve problems on Earth.

What is your opinion? What problems should humanity solve first of all?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 1389. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Many people watch soap operas because they find them enjoyable and realistic.

What is your opinion? What problems should humanity solve first of all?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 1481. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some people prefer to eat out. However, many people still like to cook meals at home.

What is your opinion about having meals at home?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 1527. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Friendship increases in visiting friends, but in visiting them seldom.

What is your opinion?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 1573. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

The best things in life are free.

What is your opinion?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 1619. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Education polishes good natures and corrects bad ones.

What is your opinion?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 1665. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Good clothes open all doors.

What is your opinion?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 1711. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some people think that in the future traditional shops will disappear and all shopping will be on line with home delivery.

What is your opinion?

Write 200 — 250 words.

Use the following plan:

- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2—3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1—2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C2 № 1757. Comment on the following statement.
Some people think that extreme sports help to build character.


What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?


Write 200–250 words.
Use the following plan:
- make an introduction (state the problem)
- express your personal opinion and give 2–3 reasons for your opinion
- express an opposing opinion and give 1–2 reasons for this opposing opinion
- explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
- make a conclusion restating your position

C1. Английский язык. Подготовка к ЕГЭ 2013. Часть 1.

C1 № 836. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Bill who writes:

...At school we are doing projects on famous people of different countries. If I choose Russia whom should I write about? What is this person famous for and what do you know about him/her? Why do you think people in other countries should know about this person? I’ve just watched an interesting wildlife TV programme...

Write a letter to Bill. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about his favourite TV programmes. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

C1. Английский язык. Подготовка к ЕГЭ 2013.

C1 № 54. You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Mary who writes:

...Summer is coming and I want to look my best: healthy, energetic and phusically fit. So Гт trying to eat plain, simply cooked natural food, have enough sleep at night and I have recently joined our local fitness club. Do you do anything special to stay healthy? What makes people healthy and strong? What ao uou think about a healthy lifestule? By the way, I m going to spend a month at the seaside this summer...

Write a letter to Mary. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her coming summer holidays. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

C1 № 100. You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Richard who writes:

...I’m currently studying for my exams and hope to do well at my finals. I wish I could have more free time now as I love going out with my friends, meeting new people, making new acquaintances. Do you like hanging out with, friends in your free time or are you a stay-at-home type? How do you usually spend the weekend? What are your hobbies or interests? A friend of mine is coming to see me this weekend...

Write a letter to Richard. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about his friend’s visit. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

C1 № 192. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Nicole who writes:

...When I think about leaving school it is clear I'm going to miss my school friends, classes and teachers very much. They’re so important to me. We seem to be very friendly and enthusiastic about participating in all the school events. What does school mean to you? Do you feel the same about it? Do you think you will miss school? Are you going to meet your school friends after you finish school? I have lived in London most of my life but Fd really love to travel to other countries...

Write a letter to Nicole. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her plans for tra velling. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

C1 № 284. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your New Zealand pen-friend Ann who writes:

...We are going to visit Moscow in September. What’s the weather like then? Do we need to bring our warm coats? My mum is a vegetarian, she eats lots of fruit. What sort of fruit will she find in Russia? My dad would like you to tell us what we could visit in a week. By the way, yesterday I bought the necessary vegetables and cooked Russian borsch. Thank you for the recipe. Everyone liked it very much...

Write a letter to Ann. In your letter ask his questions, ask 3 questions about her favourite food. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this t ask.

C1 № 330. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your New Zealand pen-friend Sheila who writes:

...You know, my idea of a perfect weekend is to do absolutely nothing, just read a book. A walk in the park is not bad if the weather is nice. I don't understand people who spend Sunday in a gym or a fitness centre. What is your idea of a perfect weekend? What do you like to do in your free time after the lessons? What is your hobby?. Soon I'm soing on vacation and I can't decide what books to take with me...

Write a letter to Sheila. In your letter ask his questions, ask 3 questions about her favourite books. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

C1 № 376. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your New Zealand pen-friend Tom who writes:

...Last month our class went to Washington to visit the National Museum of American History. It was my first visit there and it was fun! How often do you go to museums with your class, if at all? Which museum is your favourite or what museum would you like to visit? Why do you think people should go there? This summer we plan to go hiking with my parents...

Write a letter to Tom. In your letter ask his questions, ask 3 questions about his summer plans. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

C1 № 422. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Jane who writes:

... Yesterday my Mum asked me to help her about the house. We were very busy with cleaning up after the birthday party the whole morning. I got quite tired and even missed my fitness class. What are your family duties, if any? Is there anything you especially like or dislike about house work? Do you find helping your parents necessary, why or why not? Oh, I have some great news! I got a lovely kitten for my birthday...

Write a letter to Jane. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her kitten. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minut es to do this task.

C1 № 606. You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Tom who writes:


Last month our class went to Washington to visit the National Museum of
American History. It was my first visit there and it was fun! How often do you go to
museums with your class, if at all? Which museum is your favorite or what
museum would you like to visit? Why do you think people should go there?
This summer we plan to go hiking with my parents.


Write a letter to Tom.
In your letter
- answer his questions
- ask 3 questions about his summer plans
Write 100–140 words.
Remember the rules of letter writing.

C1 № 652. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Jane who writes:

...I have just returned from our school volleyball competition. I played for my class team and we won! What sport competitions are held in your school, if any? How can you become a member of your school sport team? Is it an easy thing to do? What kind of sport sections can you attend at school or in town? Oh, I have some more good news! My sister had a great birthday party yesterday!...

Write a letter to Jane. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her sister’s birthday party. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

C1 № 698. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Tom who writes:

... Last summer my parents and I went hiking to the mountains. We spent the whole week together and enjoyed it very much. How often do you take active holidays? Who do you think is the best company for you? What extreme sports would you like to try, if any, and why? Last month our English class got an interesting project. We wrote a paper about interesting events in the past of our country ...

Write a letter to Tom. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about his project paper. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

C1 № 744. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Tom who writes:

... In our city we have an annual competition for teenagers who make their own short films. This year I got the second prize for a film about my grandparents. Do you think it’s important to record family history? Who do you think should do it? How can it be done best? This month is my mom’s birthday and now I am thinking about a gift for her. I want it to be very special...

Write a letter to Tom. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about his mom. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

C1 № 790. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Jane who writes:

...Last month our class went to Washington. It was my first visit there and it was fun! Have you travelled much around Russia? Where would like to go if you have a chance? Why would you like to go there, what places of interest would you like to see? Is there anything interesting in the region where you live? This summer we plan to go to the mountains with my parents...

Write a letter to Jane. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about the trip to the mountains. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.