Modern Technology in Our Lives / Современные технологии в нашей жизни

My name is Julia, and I am thirty years old. I have noticed that modern technology has become a very important part of my daily life. Every morning, I use my smartphone as an alarm clock. Then I check my email and read the news online. At work, I spend many hours in front of a computer. I communicate with colleagues by email and take part in online meetings. Sometimes, when I have free time, I use my tablet to read books or watch movies. Of course, technology has also changed the way I keep in touch with my friends and family. We chat in messengers and make video calls, even if we are in different cities or countries. I also use social networks to share photos and stories about my life. There are many a ... Читать дальше »

Learning Languages / Изучение языков

My name is Natalia. I have been learning English for two years. I started because I wanted to travel and talk to people from other countries. At first, it was difficult: I did not understand grammar and could not speak quickly. Now I understand much more. I learn English at home and in a language school. Twice a week, I have online lessons with my teacher. I also study words and listen to English songs. Sometimes I watch English films with subtitles. My favourite activity is speaking with other students in small groups. I try not to be afraid of mistakes. I think practice is very important. I use different apps on my phone for exercises and tests. Sometimes, I learn new words on the bus or during my lunch break. I also write short stor ... Читать дальше »

My Workday / Мой рабочий день

My name is Sergey. I work as an engineer in a large company. My workday starts early because I need time to prepare for important tasks. I wake up at 6:30, take a shower, eat breakfast, and leave home. I go to work by subway. It takes me about forty minutes to get to the office. I usually arrive at 8:00. First, I check my emails and plan my day. During the day, I attend meetings, talk to colleagues, and solve technical problems. Sometimes I visit different departments to help with equipment. At lunchtime, I eat in the canteen with my team. After lunch, I work on projects, write reports, or talk to clients. My day finishes at 5:30. In the evening, I come home, relax, cook dinner, and spend time with my family. On some days, I read news about n ... Читать дальше »

Travelling / Путешествия

My name is Pavel, and I love travelling. Every year I try to visit new places because it gives me energy, new ideas, and memories. For me, travelling is not only about holidays on the beach. Sometimes I visit other cities in Russia or travel abroad. Last year, I went to Karelia. There are many beautiful lakes and forests. I travelled with friends by train. We stayed in a small wooden house and made a fire in the evening. We walked a lot, took many photos, and enjoyed nature. I also like to organise city trips. For example, I visited St. Petersburg and saw the museums and old buildings. I think travelling helps people become more open-minded and make new friends. I always meet interesting people when I travel. Sometimes there are problems, such as ... Читать дальше »

A Special Weekend / Особенные выходные

My name is Daria. Last weekend was very special for me. I work from Monday to Friday, so I always look forward to the weekend to relax and do something interesting. On Saturday morning, I cleaned my flat and cooked breakfast for my family. After breakfast, my husband and I went to the countryside to visit his parents. They live in a small, beautiful village near a forest. The air there is very fresh and clean. I helped my mother-in-law cook lunch. We talked a lot and laughed. In the afternoon, I walked in the forest with my husband and father-in-law. We found some wild berries and took photos of the nature. In the evening, we sat together and played board games. On Sunday, I returned home and went jogging in the park. Later, I met my ... Читать дальше »

My Favourite Holiday / Мой любимый праздник

Hi, my name is Alexander. I really like holidays because they make life brighter and help me relax. My favourite holiday is New Year. In Russia, people celebrate New Year on the night of December 31 to January 1. Before New Year, I help my family decorate the flat. We put up a big green tree in the living room and hang colourful lights and shiny balls. My mother and I cook special food: salads, roasted chicken, and, of course, a sweet cake. In the evening, my friends often visit. We talk, play games, and listen to music. I always watch the President's speech on TV. At midnight, we drink sparkling juice and wish each other happiness. After that, we go outside and watch fireworks. Sometimes we walk around the city to look at t ... Читать дальше »

My Family / Моя семья

My name is Irina. I have a small family. My husband’s name is Andrey. We have two children, a daughter and a son. Our daughter’s name is Katya. She is twelve years old and she loves to draw. Our son’s name is Sasha. He is eight years old and he likes football. We live together in a flat in a quiet part of the city. My parents live in another town, but we talk on the phone every week. Sometimes they come to visit us, and we all have dinner together. We like to spend time outdoors. In summer, we go on picnics or visit the zoo. On weekends, we watch films or play board games at home. Our family is friendly and we help each other. I am happy to have a family that loves me. Family is the most important thing in my life.

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My City / Мой город

My name is Mikhail and I live in Yekaterinburg. It is a big city in Russia. Many people live here. My city is famous for its history and beautiful parks. There are many tall buildings, shops, and restaurants. In the center of the city, there is a big square. People like to walk there with friends and families. My flat is near a supermarket and a bus stop. I often visit the museum and theatre with my wife. On weekends, I go to the park to relax or ride a bicycle. In winter, it is cold and people ski in the city park. I like to visit coffee shops with my friends. My favorite place is the river. I like to watch the water and listen to the birds. My city is interesting, and I am happy to live here.

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My Hobbies / Мои увлечения

My name is Olga, and I am 28 years old. I have many hobbies. I like to take photos of nature and people. Photography is interesting because I can remember nice moments. At home, I play the guitar. Music helps me relax after a busy day. I also enjoy drawing simple pictures and sometimes I go to art classes. I love reading books, especially novels and books about self-development. Sport is important in my life too. I ride my bicycle in the park or do yoga at home. On weekends, I often meet friends and we play board games or go to the cinema. Sometimes I learn new recipes and cook different dishes. Hobbies help me be active and happy. I think it is good for every person to have a hobby. I want to learn to swim, and maybe next month I will start swi ... Читать дальше »

My Friend / Мой друг

My friend's name is Tom. He is 35 years old, and he lives in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Tom is a web designer. He works from home and really enjoys his job. Tom is married, and his wife’s name is Maria. They do not have children yet, but they have a small dog named Buddy. Tom is friendly and funny. He loves playing chess and often meets friends on the weekends. Tom’s favorite season is spring because he likes to see the trees and flowers after winter. He can cook and often makes pasta and salads. In the evenings, Tom listens to music or reads detective stories. He wants to travel to Germany one day to visit old castles and taste local food. Tom is learning English with me. He thinks learning English will help him find more international ... Читать дальше »

My Favourite Food / Моя любимая еда

I really love food! I like many different dishes, but my favourite food is pizza. I think pizza is perfect because you can eat it hot or cold, alone or with friends. I usually order pizza with cheese, tomatoes, and mushrooms, and sometimes with chicken. On weekends, I sometimes make homemade pizza with my family. It is fun to cook together. We buy the dough, cut the vegetables, and choose our favourite toppings. My second favourite food is pasta. When I am tired, I cook simple pasta with tomato sauce and herbs. I also enjoy salads, fruit, and dark chocolate. I do not like food that is too spicy. In my country, people like soup, potatoes, and bread. I am always happy to try food from other countries. Eating together helps us feel happy a ... Читать дальше »

My Daily Routine / Мой день

Every day is similar for me, but I try to make my day useful and pleasant. I wake up at 7 o’clock in the morning. First, I wash my face and brush my teeth. Then I make my bed and cook breakfast. I usually have a cup of tea, some bread, and eggs for breakfast. After that, I get dressed and leave my flat. I go to work by bus. My job starts at 9 o’clock. I work in an office. I speak with my colleagues and answer emails. Sometimes, I have meetings. At 1 o’clock, I have lunch in a small café with my friend. After lunch, I work until 6 o’clock. When I come home, I relax, watch TV, or read a book. In the evening, I cook dinner and eat with my family. I usually go to bed at 11 o’clock. I like my routine because it helps me ... Читать дальше »

About Me / Обо мне

My name is Anna. I am 32 years old. I live in Moscow, Russia. I am a teacher. I love my job because I help people learn new things. I am married and I have one son. His name is Maksim. We like to walk in the park together. I also have a cat. Her name is Luna. I enjoy reading books and watching films in my free time. I like to cook simple meals and meet friends for coffee. My favorite season is summer because it is warm and sunny. I want to travel to new countries and learn about different cultures. I am learning English now because I want to visit London and talk with people from other countries. My dream is to speak English fluently. Every day I try to practice new words and phrases.

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Relative clauses (придаточные определительные и дополнительные предложения)

Придаточные предложения, которые употребляются для пояснения или определения существительного или местоимения в главном предложении. Они присоединяются с помощью союзных слов (относительных местоимений) who, which, that (который, которая, которого и т.д.), whose (чей, чья, чьё, чьи), союзных наречий where (где, куда), when (когда), why (почему), а также без союзов.

The Future Perfect Continuous Tense 

Образуется с помощью вспомогательных глаголов will have been + Ving (причастие настоящего времени)

*Слова-подсказки: for, by, by the time, when, before...

Используется, чтобы показать:

*что действие будет продолжаться определенный период времени к определённому моменту в будущем;

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The Past Perfect Continuous Tense 

Образуется с помощью вспомогательного глагола to be в Past Perfect had been + Ving (причастие настоящего времени)

*Слова-подсказки: for, since, before, when ...

Используется, чтобы показать:

*что действие длилось до определённого момента в прошлом или до другого действия в прошлом;

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