Task 9. This is part of a letter from your German pen-friend.
...I find it a bit difficult to understand English grammar. What about you? Do you do grammar exercises? Do you think that it’s necessary to remember all grammar rules?
Have you got any plans for the summer? I was thinking of going to a language school in the UK to improve my English. It would be a lot more fun if we went together. What do you think?
Anyway, I have to go now as I’m helping my Dad in the shop.
Hope to hear from you soon.
All the best,
Kerstin
Write back to Kerstin.
In your letter
answer her questions
ask 3 questions about the trip to the UK
Kasatkina Street
Moscow
Russia
October 1st
Dear Kerstin,
Thanks for your letter. I’m glad your arm is out of plaster now!
I agree with you that English grammar is rather difficult so I think it’s necessary to learn grammar rules and to do exercises. As for me, I do it on a regular basis.
Going to a language school together is a great idea! We could practise our English and visit lots of places of interest. I’m absolutely free this summer so I can go whenever you like.
Write and tell me what dates suit you best. Which course would you like to do? What level do you think we
are? Where would you prefer to stay? Meanwhile, I’ll make some enquiries about language schools in the UK. I’ll get in touch soon. I hope it all works out!
Lots of love,
Helen
Task 10. This is part of a letter from Adam, your English pen-friend, whom you’re going to visit in summer.
...As for me, I’m crazy about skateboarding and I love rock and pop music. I think my favourite band at the moment is Radiohead. Do you know them? What kind of things do you like doing and what music do you enjoy?
Is there anything you particularly want to do while you’re here? / guess you’ll be busy at the language school during the day, but we can do something in the evenings and at weekends. Also, let me know if there are any kinds of food you don’t like...
Write back to Adam.
In your letter
answer his questions
ask 3 questions about his family and the language school
Lazo Street
St. Petersburg
Russia
21/04/13
Dear Adam,
Thanks for your letter. It was great to hear from you. I can’t wait to meet you and your parents in July!
Well, we’ve obviously got a lot in common. I’m also crazy about rock music and my favourite band is Radiohead, too! I’ve never done skateboarding, though, but I’d love to try. I enjoy basketball and I love playing computer games. Do you?
I’m a bit worried about the language school. Is it far from your house? Should I bring any books with me? Will I have to do much homework? If I have, I’m afraid I’ll be busy in the evenings. Actually, I wouldn’t mind any activity. It will be fun just to be in another country.
Anyway, I know we’re going to be really good friends. Please write back soon.
All the best,
Sasha
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Task 11. You have received a letter from your English pen-friend Mary who writes
...In your previous letter von told me that you had joined your school Literature Club. I wonder what you do at your club meetings. Can I help you in any way?
As for me, I enjoy rending very much and / would be really interested to know about famous Russian writers. Who is your favourite writer at the moment? Have you got enough time for reading?..
Write a letter to Mary.
In your letter
answer her questions and tell her about your Literature Club
ask 3 questions about her reading preferences
Gagarina Street
Orel
Russia
October 15th
Dear Mary,
It was great to hear from you again! I’m glad you have no problems at school now.
In your letter you asked me about our school Literature Club. Well, at our club meetings we share our views
on books we’ve read and do projects on popular writers and poets. My favourite writer is A. Chekhov, who was
one of the most famous Russian playwrights. However, I particularly admire him because of his wonderful short
stories. Unfortunately, I don’t have much time for reading as I’m too busy at school.
It’ll be great if you could help me with my project. What kind of books do you enjoy? What book are you reading now? Who is your favourite writer?
Well, I’d better go now. There is a film starting in a minute. Keep in touch!
Lots of love,
Dasha
Task 12. This is part of a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend.
...I’ve always wanted to visit Moscow so it’ll be great to spend a week at your place. Any ideas as to what we might do? Should I bring any special clothes? Do let me know if there is anything I can get you from England?
Write back soon.
All the best,
Gloria
Write back to Gloria.
In your letter
answer her questions
ask 3 questions about her eating habits.
Dubninskaya Street
Moscow
Russia
September 30th
Dear Gloria,
Hi! Thanks a lot for your letter. Sorry I haven’t answered earlier but I was really busy with my school.
I’m glad you are going to visit Moscow. We can go wherever you want but I think you’d like the Kremlin and
the Tretyakov Gallery.
I’ve also got some ideas for our nightlife! And if you fancy going to the theatre in the evening, you should bring an evening dress. I’ll be delighted if you could get me a T-shirt with views of London.
Well, Mum wants to know what kinds of food you enjoy eating. Do you eat meat and fish? What do you usually have for breakfast? Are there any kinds of food you don’t like?
Now I’ve got to do my homework. Please write back soon. Can’t wait to meet you!
Lots of love,
Kate
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