The text is about someone ice diving in Lake Baikal.
a)
A about, lake (Lake Baikal is 25 million years old, 1,642 metres deep, contains 20% of the world’s unfrozen surface water)
В unique world (underwater landscape, another planet)
C enjoyment went on (the fun was far from over)
D an opportunity (para 1 – you don’t get the chance… every day)
E risky, tradition (New Year’s day dive, carried out… since 1982, quite dangerous)
F Getting ready to jump in (
G admiring, beauty (para 2 – looking out, stunning lakeside, towering mountains all around under a clear blue sky totally took my breath away)
H Feeling unsure (para 3 – a little nervous, I was very worried, didn’t really make me feel any better)
b)
1 D 3 H 5 E 7 C
2 G 4 A 6 В
The extra heading is referred to in paragraph 2 (After putting on our drysuits at the dive centre, we made our way to the stunning lakeside.).
A about, lake (Lake Baikal is 25 million years old, 1,642 metres deep, contains 20% of the world’s unfrozen surface water)
В unique world (underwater landscape, another planet)
C enjoyment went on (the fun was far from over)
D an opportunity (para 1 – you don’t get the chance… every day)
E risky, tradition (New Year’s day dive, carried out… since 1982, quite dangerous)
F Getting ready to jump in (
G admiring, beauty (para 2 – looking out, stunning lakeside, towering mountains all around under a clear blue sky totally took my breath away)
H Feeling unsure (para 3 – a little nervous, I was very worried, didn’t really make me feel any better)
b)
1 D 3 H 5 E 7 C
2 G 4 A 6 В
The extra heading is referred to in paragraph 2 (After putting on our drysuits at the dive centre, we made our way to the stunning lakeside.).
a)
Key words (rubric): five different speakers, sport, match, speaker, sentences, one extra sentence
Key words (sentences):
A popular new fitness craze (very popular, everyone’s doing it)
В why, chose extreme sport (that’s because, the reason is)
C plans, opening, business (proposals, make money, idea)
D why, enjoys, watching, winter sport (television, audience, spectators, stadium)
E how, achieved something (success, award, medal, training, luck)
F why, doesn’t like extreme sports (dangerous, risky, injury)
b)
1 E (won a gold medal, started training, months ago, pool every day)
2 F (never felt attracted to, crazy adrenaline sports, in danger)
3 A (all my friends, signed up, many people like it, many people have recommended it)
4 C (wanted to open, bursting with ideas, can’t wait for our opening day)
5 D (more of a spectator than a participant, ice hockey, season tickets, supporters)
Key words (rubric): five different speakers, sport, match, speaker, sentences, one extra sentence
Key words (sentences):
A popular new fitness craze (very popular, everyone’s doing it)
В why, chose extreme sport (that’s because, the reason is)
C plans, opening, business (proposals, make money, idea)
D why, enjoys, watching, winter sport (television, audience, spectators, stadium)
E how, achieved something (success, award, medal, training, luck)
F why, doesn’t like extreme sports (dangerous, risky, injury)
b)
1 E (won a gold medal, started training, months ago, pool every day)
2 F (never felt attracted to, crazy adrenaline sports, in danger)
3 A (all my friends, signed up, many people like it, many people have recommended it)
4 C (wanted to open, bursting with ideas, can’t wait for our opening day)
5 D (more of a spectator than a participant, ice hockey, season tickets, supporters)
a)
Key words (rubric): 1.5-2 minute talk, extreme sports, remember to say, why, take part, if you have tried/would like to try, what, prefer, team sport, gym, extreme sport, to keep fit
Brainstorm: like the risk, the danger, exciting, thrilling, exercise, co-operation, friends, etc.
b)
Extreme sports have become very popular over the past few years. More and more people are taking up risky sports like ice climbing, snowboarding and street luge. A lot of people take part in these sports because they are bored with the sports that other people play, sports like football, basketball and tennis. Extreme sports are more exciting for these people and they get a thrill out of doing something that could be dangerous.
I ‘ve never tried an extreme sport. I’m too much of a football fan to try another sport. I enjoy playing with my friends in the park and that’s something you aren’t able to do with an extreme sport. You need special equipment and clothes to be safe when you do an extreme sport, but all you need for a good game of football is a ball and a friend.
As I’ve said, I prefer playing a traditional team sport to keep fit. I like to exercise with my friends and get to play a good game of football at the same time. I have been to a gym to get fit, but I stopped after a couple of weeks because it was too boring. Extreme sports are not done to keep fit, although you do need to be fit to them. You can’t do an extreme sport every day, but you can always find time to kick a ball about in the garden.
The other student completes all three parts of the task, but his answers are different. First of all, he has tried an extreme sport and seems to enjoy it. Secondly, he says that the sport keeps him fit, although he still does take part in traditional team sports. He uses some good vocabulary like ‘my generation,’ ‘exhilarating,’ and ‘adrenaline rush.’ He doesn’t use a lot of formal linkers, apart from ‘personally’ but that’s okay for spoken English.
Key words (rubric): 1.5-2 minute talk, extreme sports, remember to say, why, take part, if you have tried/would like to try, what, prefer, team sport, gym, extreme sport, to keep fit
Brainstorm: like the risk, the danger, exciting, thrilling, exercise, co-operation, friends, etc.
b)
Extreme sports have become very popular over the past few years. More and more people are taking up risky sports like ice climbing, snowboarding and street luge. A lot of people take part in these sports because they are bored with the sports that other people play, sports like football, basketball and tennis. Extreme sports are more exciting for these people and they get a thrill out of doing something that could be dangerous.
I ‘ve never tried an extreme sport. I’m too much of a football fan to try another sport. I enjoy playing with my friends in the park and that’s something you aren’t able to do with an extreme sport. You need special equipment and clothes to be safe when you do an extreme sport, but all you need for a good game of football is a ball and a friend.
As I’ve said, I prefer playing a traditional team sport to keep fit. I like to exercise with my friends and get to play a good game of football at the same time. I have been to a gym to get fit, but I stopped after a couple of weeks because it was too boring. Extreme sports are not done to keep fit, although you do need to be fit to them. You can’t do an extreme sport every day, but you can always find time to kick a ball about in the garden.
The other student completes all three parts of the task, but his answers are different. First of all, he has tried an extreme sport and seems to enjoy it. Secondly, he says that the sport keeps him fit, although he still does take part in traditional team sports. He uses some good vocabulary like ‘my generation,’ ‘exhilarating,’ and ‘adrenaline rush.’ He doesn’t use a lot of formal linkers, apart from ‘personally’ but that’s okay for spoken English.
1 I’m not a risk-taker. I think extreme sports are extremely dangerous. I don’t mind watching others do them, but I prefer sports where the risk of injury is very low. I like exercise. I don’t like pain.
2 I strongly agree that extreme sports are too risky. A lot of people have been seriously hurt and some have even died. These sports are not called ‘extreme’ for nothing. Having said that, the danger is what most people are drawn to in the first place.
2 I strongly agree that extreme sports are too risky. A lot of people have been seriously hurt and some have even died. These sports are not called ‘extreme’ for nothing. Having said that, the danger is what most people are drawn to in the first place.
Key words: letter, from, Tom, La Tomatina, you’d enjoy, why, what’s most unusual festival, which places in the world, most like to visit, why, answer his three questions, remember, rules of letter writing
Dear Tom,
It was good to hear from you. La Tomatina sounds great fun. If you took any photographs, you must send them to me.
I like the idea of watching the festival, but I’m not too sure that I’d enjoy taking part. I don’t even like spilling a drink on me, so imagine how I’d feel covered in tomatoes! I recently heard of a mud festival in Boryeong, South Korea. People cover themselves from head to toe in mud! I’d really like to visit Rome. I love stories about Ancient Rome and I’d love to see where the gladiators fought for their lives.
That’s all for now. Don’t forget to send those pictures! Best wishes,
Katy
Dear Tom,
It was good to hear from you. La Tomatina sounds great fun. If you took any photographs, you must send them to me.
I like the idea of watching the festival, but I’m not too sure that I’d enjoy taking part. I don’t even like spilling a drink on me, so imagine how I’d feel covered in tomatoes! I recently heard of a mud festival in Boryeong, South Korea. People cover themselves from head to toe in mud! I’d really like to visit Rome. I love stories about Ancient Rome and I’d love to see where the gladiators fought for their lives.
That’s all for now. Don’t forget to send those pictures! Best wishes,
Katy
1 difference
2 runner
3 achievements
4 Amazingly
5 fitness
6 possibility
2 runner
3 achievements
4 Amazingly
5 fitness
6 possibility
1 has been/is two years since
2 can’t wait to try 6 had no idea (that)
3 you like to eat
4 prevented us from going
5 are both healthy and
2 can’t wait to try 6 had no idea (that)
3 you like to eat
4 prevented us from going
5 are both healthy and
a)
Key words: People should not be allowed to keep exotic pets, essay, your view, 120-180 words
I agree that people should not be allowed to keep exotic pets. I think it is cruel and unnecessary.
b)
1 They may need to be kept in a special environment which is very hot or very cold to match their natural habitat and they probably eat a special diet so, it may be very difficult to meet all the animal’s needs.
2 Snakes, spiders and scorpions, for example, can bite or sting and can be poisonous.
3 The food may cost a lot of money because it may have to be imported. Also the vet’s bills may be high because exotic pets are not suited to the climate of another country and may have health problems.
4 For example, some pets which stay in a cage or a tank all day may be easier to handle than an animal which requires daily walks and personal attention.
5 Removing an animal from its home may affect the local population. If a female is taken as a pet, she is unable to mate in the wild. Therefore, the species may become endangered.
Key words: People should not be allowed to keep exotic pets, essay, your view, 120-180 words
I agree that people should not be allowed to keep exotic pets. I think it is cruel and unnecessary.
b)
1 They may need to be kept in a special environment which is very hot or very cold to match their natural habitat and they probably eat a special diet so, it may be very difficult to meet all the animal’s needs.
2 Snakes, spiders and scorpions, for example, can bite or sting and can be poisonous.
3 The food may cost a lot of money because it may have to be imported. Also the vet’s bills may be high because exotic pets are not suited to the climate of another country and may have health problems.
4 For example, some pets which stay in a cage or a tank all day may be easier to handle than an animal which requires daily walks and personal attention.
5 Removing an animal from its home may affect the local population. If a female is taken as a pet, she is unable to mate in the wild. Therefore, the species may become endangered.
Have you ever owned an exotic pet? While some people think it is acceptable to keep exotic animals as pets, I strongly believe that it should not be allowed.
Firstly, they can be difficult to look after. They may need to be kept in a special environment which is very hot or very cold to match their natural habitat. Also, they probably eat a special diet so, it may be very difficult to meet all the animal’s needs.
Secondly, removing an animal from its home may affect the local population. If a female is taken as a pet, she is unable to mate in the wild. Therefore, the species may become endangered.
On the other hand, some people argue that some exotic pets are less demanding than a cat or a dog. For example, pets which stay in a cage or a tank all day may be easier to handle than an animal which requires daily walks and personal attention.
All things considered, my opinion is that exotic animals should stay in their natural environment. If people really loved them they would try to protect them in nature and not take them away from their home.
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Firstly, they can be difficult to look after. They may need to be kept in a special environment which is very hot or very cold to match their natural habitat. Also, they probably eat a special diet so, it may be very difficult to meet all the animal’s needs.
Secondly, removing an animal from its home may affect the local population. If a female is taken as a pet, she is unable to mate in the wild. Therefore, the species may become endangered.
On the other hand, some people argue that some exotic pets are less demanding than a cat or a dog. For example, pets which stay in a cage or a tank all day may be easier to handle than an animal which requires daily walks and personal attention.
All things considered, my opinion is that exotic animals should stay in their natural environment. If people really loved them they would try to protect them in nature and not take them away from their home.