Практический английский для старшей школы. Интересные тексты и задания по современным темам, актуальным для школьников

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Answer Key

Check Your Understanding

Teenagers listen to music to relax, focus, or improve mood.

Students like to watch movies because they are entertaining, exciting, or educational.

Hobbies help teenagers relax, manage stress, improve creativity, and take a break from schoolwork.

Sharing experiences strengthens friendships and makes hobbies more enjoyable.

Answers will vary; students compare their own habits with the text.

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

b) listen to music

b) share experiences

a) enjoy a hobby

c) share experiences

Exercise 2 – Matching

listen to music – слушать музыку

watch movies – смотреть фильмы

enjoy a hobby – получать удовольствие от хобби

share experiences – делиться впечатлениями

Friends and Relationships – Друзья и отношения

Word Power

make friends – заводить друзей

It is easy to make friends at school. – В школе легко заводить друзей.

She made friends quickly when she joined a new class. – Она быстро завела друзей, когда пришла в новый класс.

trust someone – доверять кому-то

I trust my best friend with my secrets. – Я доверяю своему лучшему другу свои секреты.

Teenagers need to trust someone they can talk to. – Подростки должны доверять тому, с кем можно поговорить.

support each other – поддерживать друг друга

Good friends always support each other. – Настоящие друзья всегда поддерживают друг друга.

They support each other during school projects and exams. – Они поддерживают друг друга во время школьных проектов и экзаменов.

spend time together – проводить время вместе

Friends like to spend time together after school. – Друзья любят проводить время вместе после школы.

We spend time together on weekends playing games and chatting. – Мы проводим время вместе по выходным, играя в игры и разговаривая.

Reading Text

Friendship is very important for teenagers. Many students enjoy school more when they make friends. Friends provide support, share interests, and make everyday life more enjoyable. Making friends can happen at school, in clubs, or during hobbies.

Trust is a key part of any friendship. Teenagers need to trust someone they can talk to about their feelings or problems. Trust helps friends feel safe and understood. Friends who trust each other can share secrets and give good advice.

Good friends support each other in different situations. They help with homework, encourage each other during challenges, and celebrate successes together. Support makes relationships stronger and helps teenagers feel confident.

Spending time with friends is also essential. Teenagers like to spend time together after school, on weekends, or during holidays. They talk, play games, do hobbies, or simply enjoy each other’s company.

Friendship teaches important skills such as empathy, communication, and respect. Healthy friendships help teenagers feel happy, less stressed, and more confident in themselves.

Check Your Understanding

How can teenagers make friends?

Why is trust important in friendships?

How do friends support each other?

What activities do friends do when they spend time together?

How would you describe your own friendships? Compare with the text.

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

«It is easy to ___ at school.»

a) trust someone

b) support each other

c) make friends

d) spend time together

«Good friends always ___ during difficult times.»

a) make friends

b) support each other

c) spend time together

d) trust someone

«Teenagers need to ___ to talk about problems.»

a) trust someone

b) support each other

c) make friends

d) spend time together

«Friends like to ___ after school or on weekends.»

a) make friends

b) spend time together

c) trust someone

d) support each other

Exercise 2 – Matching

Match the words with their Russian meanings:

Words:

make friends

trust someone

support each other

spend time together

Meanings:

проводить время вместе

доверять кому-то

поддерживать друг друга

заводить друзей

Answer Key

Check Your Understanding

Teenagers can make friends at school, in clubs, or during hobbies.

Trust is important because it helps friends feel safe, share secrets, and give advice.

Friends support each other by helping with homework, encouraging each other, and celebrating successes.

Friends spend time together talking, playing games, doing hobbies, or simply enjoying each other’s company.

Answers will vary; students compare their own friendships with the text.

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

c) make friends

b) support each other

a) trust someone

b) spend time together

Exercise 2 – Matching

make friends – заводить друзей

trust someone – доверять кому-то

support each other – поддерживать друг друга

spend time together – проводить время вместе

Family Matters – Семейные дела

Word Power

spend time with family – проводить время с семьёй

I like to spend time with my family on weekends. – Мне нравится проводить время с семьёй по выходным.

She spends time with her family by cooking and playing games together. – Она проводит время с семьёй, готовя и играя вместе.

help at home – помогать по дому

I help at home by cleaning my room and washing dishes. – Я помогаю по дому, убирая свою комнату и мою посуду.

Teenagers often help at home with small chores. – Подростки часто помогают по дому с небольшими делами.

celebrate special occasions – отмечать особые события

We celebrate special occasions like birthdays and holidays together. – Мы отмечаем особые события, такие как дни рождения и праздники, вместе.

Celebrating special occasions makes family relationships stronger. – Отмечание особых событий укрепляет семейные отношения.

support family members – поддерживать членов семьи

Good families support family members in difficult times. – Хорошие семьи поддерживают членов семьи в трудные времена.

I always try to support my family members emotionally and practically. – Я всегда стараюсь поддерживать членов своей семьи эмоционально и на практике.

Reading Text

Family life is an important part of every teenager’s routine. Many students enjoy school more when they spend time with family. Families can share meals, talk about their day, and enjoy hobbies together. Spending time with family helps teenagers feel loved and supported.

Helping at home is another way to be involved in family life. Teenagers can help at home by cleaning, washing dishes, or taking care of younger siblings. Doing chores teaches responsibility and teamwork.

Families often celebrate special occasions such as birthdays, holidays, or achievements. Celebrating together creates memories and strengthens relationships. Teenagers enjoy these occasions because they bring joy, laughter, and a sense of belonging.

It is also important to support family members during difficult times. Parents, siblings, and relatives can help each other emotionally or practically. Support from family members makes teenagers feel safe and cared for.

Family life teaches important values such as respect, responsibility, and kindness. A healthy family environment helps teenagers grow into confident and caring adults.

Check Your Understanding

How do teenagers spend time with their families?

What chores do teenagers help with at home?

Why are special occasions important for families?

How do families support each other during difficult times?

Give an example of how your family shows support.

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

«I like to ___ on weekends with my parents and siblings.»

a) celebrate special occasions

b) spend time with family

c) help at home

d) support family members

«Teenagers often ___ by cleaning or helping younger siblings.»

a) support family members

b) spend time with family

c) help at home

d) celebrate special occasions

«Families ___ such as birthdays or holidays together.»

a) celebrate special occasions

b) spend time with family

c) support family members

d) help at home

«Good families always ___ when someone has a problem.»

a) celebrate special occasions

b) support family members

c) help at home

d) spend time with family

Exercise 2 – Matching

Match the words with their Russian meanings:

Words:

spend time with family

help at home

celebrate special occasions

support family members

Meanings:

поддерживать членов семьи

отмечать особые события

проводить время с семьёй

помогать по дому

Answer Key

Check Your Understanding – примерные ответы

Teenagers spend time with their families by having meals together, talking about their day, and enjoying hobbies or games.

Teenagers help at home by cleaning, washing dishes, and taking care of younger siblings.

Special occasions are important because they create memories, bring joy, and strengthen family relationships.

Families support each other by helping emotionally, giving advice, and assisting with practical tasks.

Example: My family supports me by helping me with schoolwork and listening when I have problems.

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

b) spend time with family

c) help at home

a) celebrate special occasions

b) support family members

Exercise 2 – Matching

spend time with family – проводить время с семьёй

help at home – помогать по дому

celebrate special occasions – отмечать особые события

support family members – поддерживать членов семьи

Shopping and Fashion – Покупки и мода

Word Power

go shopping – ходить за покупками

I go shopping with my parents on weekends. – Я хожу за покупками с родителями по выходным.

She goes shopping to buy clothes and gifts. – Она ходит за покупками, чтобы купить одежду и подарки.

try on clothes – примерять одежду

I like to try on clothes before buying them. – Мне нравится примерять одежду перед покупкой.

He tried on several jackets in the store. – Он примерял несколько курток в магазине.

choose carefully – выбирать тщательно

It is important to choose carefully before buying clothes. – Важно выбирать тщательно перед покупкой одежды.

She always chooses carefully to find clothes that fit well. – Она всегда выбирает тщательно, чтобы найти подходящую одежду.

follow trends – следовать моде

Many teenagers like to follow trends in fashion. – Многие подростки любят следовать моде.

He follows trends to know what clothes and styles are popular. – Он следит за модой, чтобы знать, какая одежда и стили популярны.

Reading Text

Shopping and fashion are important parts of many teenagers’ lives. Some like to go shopping with friends or family to buy clothes, shoes, or accessories. Shopping can be fun, but it is important to spend money wisely and choose items that are useful.

When buying clothes, it is good to try on clothes first. This helps teenagers see if the size, color, and style suit them. Trying on clothes also helps avoid mistakes and unnecessary purchases.

It is important to choose carefully when buying items. Teenagers often compare prices, look for quality, and think about whether they really need the item. Choosing carefully helps save money and find the best options.

Fashion is interesting for many students. Some teenagers like to follow trends in clothing, hairstyles, or accessories. Following trends can be fun, but it is also important to develop a personal style. Teenagers enjoy experimenting with fashion and expressing themselves through clothes.

Shopping and fashion are not only about buying things but also about making decisions, expressing personality, and enjoying time with friends and family.

Check Your Understanding

How do teenagers usually go shopping?

Why is it important to try on clothes before buying them?

How can teenagers choose carefully when shopping?

Why do teenagers follow fashion trends?

Give an example of how you make decisions when buying clothes.

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

«I like to ___ with my friends on weekends.»

a) choose carefully

b) try on clothes

c) go shopping

d) follow trends

«She always ___ before buying a jacket.»

a) go shopping

b) try on clothes

c) follow trends

d) choose carefully

«It is smart to ___ to avoid mistakes.»

a) follow trends

b) try on clothes

c) choose carefully

d) go shopping

«Many teenagers like to ___ to know which styles are popular.»

a) go shopping

b) choose carefully

c) follow trends

d) try on clothes

Exercise 2 – Matching

Match the words with their Russian meanings:

Words:

go shopping

try on clothes

choose carefully

follow trends

Meanings:

примерять одежду

выбирать тщательно

ходить за покупками

следовать моде

Answer Key

Check Your Understanding – примерные ответы

Teenagers usually go shopping with friends or family to buy clothes, shoes, or accessories.

It is important to try on clothes to see if the size, color, and style fit and look good.

Teenagers can choose carefully by comparing prices, checking quality, and thinking if they really need the item.

Teenagers follow fashion trends to know what is popular and to express themselves.

Example: I make decisions by checking the size, quality, and price before buying clothes.

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

c) go shopping

b) try on clothes

c) choose carefully

c) follow trends

Exercise 2 – Matching

go shopping – ходить за покупками

try on clothes – примерять одежду

choose carefully – выбирать тщательно

follow trends – следовать моде

Food and Cooking – Еда и кулинария

Word Power

cook meals – готовить еду

I like to cook meals for my family on weekends. – Мне нравится готовить еду для своей семьи по выходным.

She cooks meals every evening to help her parents. – Она готовит еду каждый вечер, чтобы помочь родителям.

try new recipes – пробовать новые рецепты

I enjoy trying new recipes from different countries. – Мне нравится пробовать новые рецепты из разных стран.

He tries new recipes to improve his cooking skills. – Он пробует новые рецепты, чтобы улучшить свои кулинарные навыки.

eat healthy – питаться правильно

It is important to eat healthy to stay strong and energetic. – Важно питаться правильно, чтобы быть сильным и энергичным.

We eat healthy by including fruits and vegetables in every meal. – Мы правильно питаемся, включая фрукты и овощи в каждый приём пищи.

share meals – делиться едой / есть вместе

Families like to share meals together at the table. – Семьи любят есть вместе за столом.

We share meals with friends during special celebrations. – Мы делимся едой с друзьями во время особых праздников.

Reading Text

Food and cooking are important parts of everyday life. Many teenagers enjoy helping at home by cooking meals. Cooking can be fun, creative, and a way to learn new skills. Students often cook simple dishes like pasta, salads, or sandwiches.

Trying new foods is exciting. Teenagers like to try new recipes from different countries or cultures. This helps them learn about new flavors, ingredients, and cooking methods. Trying new recipes also improves cooking skills and builds confidence in the kitchen.

Eating healthy is another important part of daily life. Teenagers should eat healthy by including fruits, vegetables, grains, and protein in their meals. Healthy eating gives energy for school, sports, and hobbies. Fast food and sweets are fine sometimes, but a balanced diet is essential for growth and wellbeing.

Sharing food is also enjoyable. Families and friends often share meals together, which helps build relationships and makes mealtime more fun. Sharing meals allows people to talk, relax, and enjoy time together.

Food and cooking teach responsibility, creativity, and teamwork. By cooking, trying new recipes, eating healthy, and sharing meals, teenagers develop important life skills.

Check Your Understanding

How do teenagers help at home with cooking?

Why is it exciting to try new recipes?

How can teenagers eat healthy every day?

Why is sharing meals important for families and friends?

Give an example of a meal you cook or share.

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

«I like to ___ for my family on weekends.»

a) eat healthy

b) cook meals

c) try new recipes

d) share meals

«She likes to ___ from different countries to learn new flavors.»

a) cook meals

b) share meals

c) eat healthy

d) try new recipes

«Teenagers should ___ to stay strong and energetic.»

a) cook meals

b) eat healthy

c) share meals

d) try new recipes

«Families often ___ together during celebrations.»

a) cook meals

b) share meals

c) eat healthy

d) try new recipes

Exercise 2 – Matching

Match the words with their Russian meanings:

Words:

cook meals

try new recipes

eat healthy

share meals

Meanings:

готовить еду

пробовать новые рецепты

питаться правильно

делиться едой / есть вместе

Answer Key

Check Your Understanding – примерные ответы

Teenagers help at home by cooking meals like pasta, salads, or sandwiches.

Trying new recipes is exciting because it allows teenagers to discover new flavors, ingredients, and cooking methods.

Teenagers can eat healthy by including fruits, vegetables, grains, and protein in every meal.

Sharing meals is important because it strengthens relationships, creates a friendly atmosphere, and makes mealtimes enjoyable.

Example: I cook sandwiches for breakfast and share meals with my family at dinner.

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

b) cook meals

d) try new recipes

b) eat healthy

b) share meals

Exercise 2 – Matching

cook meals – готовить еду

try new recipes – пробовать новые рецепты

eat healthy – питаться правильно

share meals – делиться едой / есть вместе

Travel and Holidays – Путешествия и каникулы

Word Power

plan a trip – планировать поездку

I like to plan a trip with my family during holidays. – Мне нравится планировать поездку с семьёй во время каникул.

She plans a trip carefully to make sure everything goes well. – Она тщательно планирует поездку, чтобы всё прошло хорошо.

explore new places – исследовать новые места

Teenagers enjoy exploring new places during summer holidays. – Подростки любят исследовать новые места во время летних каникул.

We explored new places in the city and took many photos. – Мы исследовали новые места в городе и сделали много фотографий.

relax and enjoy – отдыхать и наслаждаться

Holidays are a great time to relax and enjoy nature. – Каникулы – это отличное время, чтобы отдыхать и наслаждаться природой.

We relax and enjoy by reading books and walking on the beach. – Мы отдыхаем и наслаждаемся, читая книги и гуляя по пляжу.

try local food – пробовать местную еду

When we travel, we like to try local food. – Когда мы путешествуем, нам нравится пробовать местную еду.

Trying local food helps us learn about the culture of a place. – Пробуя местную еду, мы узнаём больше о культуре места.

Reading Text

Travel and holidays are exciting for teenagers. Many students enjoy spending free time outside their usual environment. They like to plan a trip with family or friends. Planning helps organize transport, accommodation, and activities to make the trip enjoyable and smooth.

Exploring new places is an important part of travel. Teenagers enjoy walking in new cities, visiting parks, or discovering historical sites. To fully enjoy the experience, they explore new places carefully and often take photos to remember them.

Holidays are also a time to relax and enjoy. Teenagers can rest, read books, play games, or spend time in nature. Relaxing during holidays helps them feel refreshed and ready for school and other activities.

Trying local food is another exciting part of travel. Teenagers often try local food to taste different flavors and learn about the culture. Sampling local dishes helps make the trip more memorable.

Travel and holidays teach teenagers independence, responsibility, and curiosity. By planning trips, exploring new places, relaxing, and trying local food, students gain experiences that they will remember for years.

Check Your Understanding

How do teenagers usually plan a trip?

Why is exploring new places enjoyable?

How do holidays help teenagers relax?

Why do teenagers try local food when traveling?

Give an example of a holiday activity you enjoy.

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

«I like to ___ with my family during summer holidays.»

a) explore new places

b) plan a trip

c) relax and enjoy

d) try local food

«Teenagers enjoy ___ when they visit a new city.»

a) plan a trip

b) relax and enjoy

c) explore new places

d) try local food

«Holidays are a great time to ___ in nature or at home.»

a) relax and enjoy

b) try local food

c) plan a trip

d) explore new places

«We always ___ to learn about culture and taste new flavors.»

a) plan a trip

b) explore new places

c) try local food

d) relax and enjoy

Exercise 2 – Matching

Match the words with their Russian meanings: