ОГЭ. Английский язык

• secure – безопасный, надёжный – Children feel secure when they grow up in a loving family.

• despite – несмотря на – Despite small arguments, we remain a close family.

• unity – единство – Family unity is very important during difficult times.

Sample #1

You are going to give a talk about your family traditions. You will have to start in 1.5 minutes and speak for not 2 minutes – 10—12 sentences.

Remember to say:

• if you have got many relatives;

• if you get along with your relatives;

• what traditions you have in your family;

• what your attitude to spending time with your family is.

You have to talk continuously.

Today I’m going to give a talk about my family traditions.

Well, I come from an extended family. I have a few aunts, uncles and a lot of cousins. I really love it since every time we meet up, we have lots of fun.

I have to admit, I get along with my relatives. Of course, sometimes we may have occasional disagreements, however, we respect each other’s opinions and support one another through thick and thin.

Frankly speaking, we have a few traditions in our family that we keep. The favourite one is probably celebrating the New Year. Every year we gather at our grandparents’ place, make festive New Year dishes like the Olivier salad or the Honey cake. We exchange presents, sing popular songs, watch fireworks and just have a good time.

My attitude to spending time with my family is great, of course. It doesn’t matter what we do, it always feels like home and it feels safe. These are people who know you and love you the way you are. It’s always a joy to catch up, enjoy good food together, and simply be in each other’s company.

To sum up, I’d like to say that it is really important to keep family traditions because they strengthen family bonds, create lasting memories and connect family members across generations.

That’s all I wanted to say about my family traditions. Thank you for listening.

Sample #2

You are going to give a talk about your family. You will have to start in 1.5 minutes and speak for not 2 minutes – 10—12 sentences.

Remember to say:

• how you spend time with your family;

• when you give each other presents;

• if it important to help your parents with household chores;

• if you can say that your parents are your friends; why?/why not?

You have to talk continuously.

Today I’m going to give a talk about my family.

You know, we try to spend as much time together as possible, especially at weekends. Sometimes we go to the countryside or have picnics in the park. In the evenings, we usually talk, share news, or watch TV. In summer we always travel somewhere.

In my family, of course, we usually give each other presents on birthdays and New Year’s Eve. These are the most important celebrations for us. We also exchange small gifts on other holidays like Women’s Day or Father’s Day. It’s always a pleasant moment when everyone opens their presents and smiles.

I believe helping parents with household chores is very important. It teaches young people discipline and responsibility. Besides, it’s a good way to thank parents for everything they do for us.

I would say that my parents are both my mentors and my friends. They always give me good advice and support my decisions. I admire their wisdom and kindness. Our relationship is based on love, trust, and mutual respect.

That’s all I wanted to say about my family. Thank you for listening.

Sample #3

You are going to give a talk about family relations. You will have to start in 1.5 minutes and speak for not 2 minutes – 10—12 sentences.

Remember to say:

• what the most common family problems are;

• if you always understand your parents; Do they understand you?

• how often you quarrel with your parents and why;

• what you think of your parents.

You have to talk continuously.

Today I’m going to give a talk about family relations.

In my opinion, common family problems include misunderstandings, financial difficulties, and generation gaps. People often have different opinions about rules, studies, or free time. It’s important to discuss these issues calmly and try to find a compromise.

I have to admit that sometimes I feel like my parents don’t really understand me, especially when it comes to modern things like social media or fashion. But I know they care about me and just want the best. We try to listen to each other and avoid arguments. Even if we disagree, we always make peace.

Honestly, I don’t quarrel with my parents very often, but it happens sometimes. We usually argue about school, housework, or how much time I spend on my phone. Besides, we may argue about my studies or going out with friends. They worry too much, and I want to be more independent.

I think my parents are wonderful people who always support me. They work hard to make our family happy and comfortable. They are kind, patient, and understanding, even when I make mistakes. I’m really grateful to have them in my life.

That’s all I wanted to say about family relations. Thank you for listening.

Sample #4

You are going to give a talk about family. You will have to start in 1.5 minutes and speak for not 2 minutes – 10—12 sentences.

Remember to say:

• what you think the main role of the family is;

• what the most important family events are and why;

• whether you would like to have 4 or 5 brothers or sisters /why;

• what government should do to help young families.

You have to talk continuously.

Today I’m going to give a talk about family.

I’m convinced that the main role of the family is to provide emotional and moral support to all its members. A family shapes a person’s character and helps them develop important values such as honesty and respect. Without family, it’s much harder to feel truly happy and confident.

I believe the most important family events are those that bring people together, such as anniversaries, weddings, and traditional holidays. They remind us of our roots and help us keep family traditions alive. During these occasions, people show love, gratitude, and respect for one another.

Frankly speaking, no, I wouldn’t like to have so many brothers and sisters. I think it would be too noisy and difficult for parents to take care of everyone. It’s also hard to have enough personal space in a big family. I prefer having one or two siblings so that we can stay close and help each other.

I think, the government should support young families by giving them financial help and affordable housing. It’s often difficult for young couples to buy a flat or raise children without assistance. The government could also provide free education and healthcare for kids.

That’s all I wanted to say about family relations. Thank you for listening.

Vocabulary Bank

• parents – родители – My parents always help me when I need advice.

• mother / mom / mum – мама – My mom is a very caring person.

• father / dad – папа – My dad works in an office.

• sibling – брат или сестра – I have two siblings: one brother and one sister.

• brother – брат – My brother is older than me.

• sister – сестра – My sister studies at university.

• twins – близнецы – My cousins are twins, and they look the same.

• grandparents – бабушка и дедушка – My grandparents live in the village.

• grandmother / grandma – бабушка – My grandma tells me fairy tales.

• grandfather / grandpa – дедушка – My grandpa goes fishing every weekend.

• uncle – дядя – My uncle is a teacher.

• aunt – тётя – My aunt lives in another city.

• cousin – двоюродный брат / сестра – My cousin often visits us in summer.

• nephew – племянник – My nephew is very active.

• niece – племянница – My niece likes painting.

• husband – муж – Her husband is very kind.

• wife – жена – My uncle’s wife is a doctor.

• children / kids – дети – They have three children.

• son – сын – Their son goes to school.

• daughter – дочь – Their daughter is five years old.

• close family – близкая семья – We are a close family and always support each other.

• extended family – большая семья – Our extended family meets during holidays.

• nuclear family – нуклеарная семья (только родители и дети) – Most people live in a nuclear family today.

• single-parent family – неполная семья – He grew up in a single-parent family.

• large family – большая семья – She comes from a large family with five siblings.

• generation – поколение – Different generations sometimes have different views.

• ancestor – предок – I want to know more about my ancestors.

• descendant – потомок – We are the descendants of our grandparents.

• family tree – семейное древо – I drew my family tree for school.

• relatives – родственники – We invited all our relatives to the wedding.

• grow up – расти, взрослеть – I grew up in a small family.

• get along with – ладить – I get along with my sister very well.

• argue – ссориться – Teenagers often argue with their parents.

• quarrel – ругаться – They sometimes quarrel about small things.

• make peace – мириться – After the fight, they quickly made peace.

• respect – уважать – Children should respect their parents.

• support – поддерживать – My parents always support me in my studies.

• rely on – полагаться на – I can rely on my family when I have problems.

• trust – доверять – I trust my brother with my secrets.

• care about – заботиться о – My family cares about me a lot.

• take care of – ухаживать – She takes care of her little brother.

• protect – защищать – Parents always protect their children.

• share – делиться – We share everything in our family.

• forgive – прощать – Family members forgive each other easily.

• love – любить – I love my family very much.

• family tradition – семейная традиция – We have a family tradition to celebrate birthdays together.

• family values – семейные ценности – Family values are important for raising children.

• household chores – домашние дела – We divide household chores in my family.

• do the washing-up – мыть посуду – I usually do the washing-up after dinner.

• do the laundry – стирать бельё – My mom does the laundry twice a week.

• clean the house – убирать дом – We clean the house every Saturday.

• cook meals – готовить еду – My father often cooks meals on weekends.

• help with homework – помогать с домашним заданием – My parents help me with homework when I need it.

• spend time together – проводить время вместе – We like to spend time together in the evenings.

• family dinner – семейный ужин – Every Sunday we have a big family dinner.

• celebration – празднование – We had a big celebration for my grandmother’s birthday.

• holiday gathering – семейный праздник – We always have a holiday gathering at New Year.

• weekend activity – занятие на выходных – Our weekend activity is walking in the park together.

• family trip – семейная поездка – Last summer we went on a family trip to the sea.

• to visit relatives – навещать родственников – We often visit relatives in the countryside.

• caring – заботливый – My mom is very caring.

• supportive – поддерживающий – My parents are always supportive.

• strict – строгий – My father is strict but fair.

• generous – щедрый – My aunt is very generous with gifts.

• kind – добрый – My grandma is a kind woman.

• hard-working – трудолюбивый – My dad is hard-working and never lazy.

• responsible – ответственный – My brother is responsible and always does his tasks.

• patient – терпеливый – My mother is very patient with children.

• funny – смешной – My cousin is funny and tells good jokes.

• friendly – дружелюбный – My family is friendly to everyone.

• to be proud of – гордиться – My parents are proud of my success at school.

• to look after – присматривать – I look after my little sister when my parents are busy.

• to be close to – быть близким с – I am very close to my grandmother.

• to be part of – быть частью – I feel happy to be part of my family.

• to keep in touch – поддерживать связь – We keep in touch with relatives by phone.

• to celebrate together – праздновать вместе – We celebrate all important holidays together.

• to give advice – давать совет – My parents always give me good advice.

• to solve problems – решать проблемы – In my family we solve problems by talking.

• to spend holidays – проводить праздники – We spend holidays with our grandparents.

• to enjoy company – наслаждаться компанией – I enjoy the company of my cousins.

• marriage – брак – Their marriage is very strong.

• wedding – свадьба – We went to my cousin’s wedding last year.

• divorce – развод – Divorce can be hard for children.

• get married – пожениться – My parents got married twenty years ago.

• have children – завести детей – They want to have children in the future.

• raise / bring up children – воспитывать детей – It is not easy to raise children.

• adopt a child – усыновить / удочерить ребёнка – They decided to adopt a child.

• move house – переехать – My family moved house last year.

• live together – жить вместе – We live together with our grandparents.

• live separately – жить отдельно – My uncle lives separately from us.

• family background – семейное происхождение – She comes from a strong family background.

• household – домашнее хозяйство – There are five people in our household.

• generation gap – разница поколений – There is sometimes a generation gap between parents and children.

• role model – образец для подражания – My father is my role model.

• upbringing – воспитание – He had a strict upbringing.

• family bond – семейная связь – Strong family bonds help in hard times.

• family reunion – семейное собрание – We had a family reunion last summer.

• family support – поддержка семьи – Family support is important for success.

• only child – единственный ребёнок – I am an only child, so I don’t have siblings.

• stepmother / stepfather – мачеха / отчим – Her stepfather is very kind to her.

3. School Holidays

Level A1-A2

School holidays are a favorite time for students. They don’t have to go to school and can relax or try new things. Most countries have school holidays in summer and winter, but some also have breaks in spring and fall.

During summer holidays, many children enjoy going to the beach, swimming, or playing sports. It’s a great time for family trips. Some families visit interesting places like museums or amusement parks. Others might go camping in nature. Summer holidays can be long, sometimes lasting for six to eight weeks.

Winter holidays are usually shorter, but they are fun too. In places with snow, children may build snowmen, go sledding, or have snowball fights. Many people celebrate Christmas or other holidays with friends and family. They may exchange gifts, sing songs, and enjoy special meals.

Spring and fall breaks, often just a week long, offer a chance to relax between school terms. Some students use this time to catch up on homework or read books. Others may play with friends or visit grandparents.

Not all children go on trips during the holidays. Some prefer to stay at home, watching movies or playing video games. Others might take part in local clubs or activities, like art classes or sports teams.

No matter how children spend their holidays, this time is important for rest and fun. It helps them return to school feeling refreshed and ready to learn. Holidays offer a chance to explore, discover new interests, and create happy memories with family and friends.

• amusement park – парк развлечений – We spent the whole day at the amusement park riding roller coasters.

• go camping – пойти в поход с палаткой – In summer, we usually go camping near the lake.

• go sledding – кататься на санках – Children love to go sledding in winter.

• have snowball fights – играть в снежки – We had fun having snowball fights during the holidays.

• exchange gifts – обмениваться подарками – On New Year’s Eve, we exchange gifts with our family.

• spring break / autumn break – весенние / осенние каникулы – During spring break we went on a family trip.

• school term – учебный семестр – The new school term starts in September.

• catch up on homework – наверстать домашнюю работу – I used the holidays to catch up on homework.

• take part in – принимать участие – Many students take part in school competitions.

• no matter how – неважно, как; несмотря на то, что – No matter how difficult it was, we finished the project.

• refreshed – отдохнувший, обновлённый – After the holidays, I felt refreshed and ready for school.

• offer a chance – предлагать возможность – Vacations offer a chance to relax and spend time with family.

• explore – исследовать – We explored a new city during our summer trip.

• discover – открывать, узнавать – Travelling helps us discover new cultures and traditions.

Level B1-B2

School holidays are a much-anticipated time for students and teachers alike. They provide a break from regular routines and offer opportunities for rest, relaxation, and adventure. During these periods, schools close for a certain number of weeks, allowing students to spend their time away from academic pressures and classroom learning.

In many countries, school holidays are scheduled around major national or cultural events. Typically, the longest break occurs during the summer months, lasting between six and eight weeks. This extended vacation is often used by families to travel, explore new places, or visit relatives. Many children attend summer camps during this time, where they can learn new skills, make friends, and enjoy outdoor activities.

Winter break is another common holiday period, often coinciding with Christmas and New Year celebrations. It usually lasts about two to three weeks. This time is often filled with festive activities, family gatherings, and enjoying winter sports like skiing and snowboarding, especially in regions with cold climates.

Shorter breaks, like spring and autumn holidays, typically last one to two weeks. These times offer a chance for students to rest and prepare for upcoming exams. Many families use this time for short trips or local outings, offering a change of scenery without the need for extensive travel planning.

School holidays also provide an opportunity for students to pursue hobbies and interests outside of school. Whether it’s learning a musical instrument, engaging in sports, or participating in art projects, these breaks give students the freedom to explore their passions. For some, it is also a time for extra tutoring or catching up on studies to better prepare for the next term.

Overall, school holidays are a valuable time for growth and rejuvenation, allowing students to return to school with refreshed minds and renewed energy.

• much-anticipated – долгожданный – The summer holidays are the most much-anticipated time for students.

• break from – перерыв от – Holidays give us a break from school and homework.

• regular routine – обычный распорядок – A holiday is a chance to escape the regular routine.

• offer an opportunity – предоставлять возможность – Vacations offer an opportunity to travel or relax.

• certain number of – определённое количество – Students get a certain number of weeks off each year.

• allow – позволять – The long holidays allow us to spend time with family.

• away from – вдали от – Children enjoy being away from academic pressure.

• academic pressure – учебное давление – Breaks help reduce academic pressure and stress.

• scheduled – запланированный – The next scheduled holiday is autumn break.

• major event – важное событие – New Year is a major event in our country.

• typically – обычно – Spring break typically lasts one week.

• occur – происходить – The break usually occurs in March.

• extended vacation – продолжительные каникулы – Summer is an extended vacation lasting several weeks.

• explore new places – исследовать новые места – We explored new places during our trip abroad.

• relatives – родственники – Holidays are often spent visiting relatives.

• attend – посещать – Many children attend summer camp in July.

• summer camp – летний лагерь – At summer camp, you can learn new skills and make friends.

• learn a new skill – освоить новый навык – I want to learn a new skill during the holidays.

• make friends – заводить друзей – It is easy to make friends when you travel.

• common – распространённый, общий – It is common for families to travel during summer break.

• coincide with – совпадать с – My birthday coincides with autumn break.

• last – длиться – The winter holidays usually last two weeks.

• be filled with – быть наполненным – Summer is filled with travel, games, and fun.

• festive – праздничный – The city was in a festive mood during the holidays.

• family gathering – семейное собрание – We had a big family gathering on New Year’s Eve.

• region – регион, область – Different regions celebrate holidays in their own way.

• prepare for – готовиться к – Some students use spring break to prepare for exams.

• upcoming exam – предстоящий экзамен – I need to study for my upcoming exam during the break.

• local outing – местная прогулка / выезд – We had a local outing to the park during the weekend.

• change of scenery – смена обстановки – A holiday gives you a refreshing change of scenery.

• without the need – без необходимости – You can relax without the need for travel planning.

• extensive travel planning – длительное планирование поездки – Sometimes we prefer short trips to avoid extensive travel planning.