Пример письма личного характера - задание 39
Salavat
Russia
28.12.2020
Dear Mary,
Thanks for your recent letter. It was great to hear from you again. (Sorry for not writing sooner.)
In your letter you asked me about… I’m happy to help you / to answer your questions. …………………
Great news about…! / Sorry to hear about… I’d like to learn more about it. What is…? When…? How many…?
(Got to go, my mum’s calling me.)
Write back soon.
Best wishes,
Vera
Объём – 100–140 слов
Допустимое отклонение от заданного объёма составляет + / - 10%.
Если в письме менее 89 и менее слов, то задание проверке не подлежит и оценивается в 0 баллов.
Если в письме 155 и более слов, проверке подлежат только первые 140 слов.
Как считать слова?
От адреса до подписи включительно считаются все слова.
Сокращенные формы считаются как одно слово: I’m, I’ve, let’s, didn’t, can’t.
Число, написанное цифрами, считается как одно слово: 25, 123018, 671, 20.03.19.
Сокращения считаются как одно слово: DVD, UK, USA.
Сложные слова считаются как одно слово: well-bred, easy-going, English-speaking, twenty-five.
задания.
№1 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend Bill who writes
...I don't think it will be a problem for me to choose a good job in the future as I'm really interested in foreign languages, cultures and countries and I hope I'll work as a translator or teacher of foreign languages some day. Have you already decided on your career? What job are you going to choose? Why?
I've lived in the USA my whole life but I'd really love to travel to other countries...
Write a letter to Bill. In your letter answer his questions, ask 3 questions about his plans for travelling. Write 100−140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
№2 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend Tom who writes:
...In Great Britain young people want to become independent from their parents as soon as possible. Could you tell me what you and your friends think about not relying on your parents? Are you ready to leave your family immediately after you finish school? Is it easy to rent a house or an apartment for students in Russia?
As for the latest news, I have just returned from a trip to Scotland ...
Write a letter to Tom. In your letter answer his questions, ask 3 questions about his trip to Scotland. Write 100−140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
№3 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend Mary who writes
... Summer is coming and I want to look my best: healthy, energetic and physically fit. So I'm trying to eat plain, simply cooked natural food, have enough sleep at night and I have recently joined our local fitness club. Do you do anything special to stay healthy? What makes people healthy and strong? What do you think about a healthy lifestyle?
By the way, I'm going to spend a month at the seaside this summer...
Write a letter to Mary. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her coming summer holidays. Write 100-140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
№4 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Andrea who writes:
... My Mum often complains that I spend too much money on shopping. To tell you the truth, I like to buy beautiful things and spend all my pocket money on small souvenirs. I collect souvenirs. Do you or your friends collect anything? What do you and your friends do with your pocket money and why? What's your parents' attitude towards it?
As for the latest news, I have just entered courses...
Write a letter to Andrea. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her courses. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№5 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Mary who writes:
...Summer is coming and I want to look my best: healthy, energetic and physically fit. So I'm trying to eat plain, simply cooked natural food, have enough sleep at night and I have recently joined our local fitness club. Do you do anything special to stay healthy? What makes people healthy and strong? What do you think about a healthy lifestyle?
By the way, I m going to spend a month at the seaside this summer...
Write a letter to Mary. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her coming summer holidays. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№6 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Richard who writes:
...I’m currently studying for my exams and hope to do well at my finals. I wish I could have more free time now as I love going out with my friends, meeting new people, making new acquaintances. Do you like hanging out with friends in your free time or are you a stay-at-home type? How do you usually spend the weekend? What are your hobbies or interests?
A friend of mine is coming to see me this weekend...
Write a letter to Richard. In your letter answer his questions, ask 3 questions about his friend’s visit. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№7 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Nicole who writes:
...When I think about leaving school it is clear I'm going to miss my school friends, classes and teachers very much. They’re so important to me. We seem to be very friendly and enthusiastic about participating in all the school events. What does school mean to you? Do you feel the same about it? Do you think you will miss school? Are you going to meet your school friends after you finish school?
I have lived in London most of my life but I'd really love to travel to other countries...
Write a letter to Nicole. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her plans for travelling. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№8 You have received a letter from your New Zealand pen-friend Ann who writes:
...We are going to visit Moscow in September. What’s the weather like then? Do we need to bring our warm coats? My mum is a vegetarian, she eats lots of fruit. What sort of fruit will she find in Russia? My dad would like you to tell us what we could visit in a week.
By the way, yesterday I bought the necessary vegetables and cooked Russian borsch. Thank you for the recipe. Everyone liked it very much...
Write a letter to Ann. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her favourite food. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№9 You have received a letter from your New Zealand pen-friend Sheila who writes:
...You know, my idea of a perfect weekend is to do absolutely nothing, just read a book. A walk in the park is not bad if the weather is nice. I don't understand people who spend Sunday in a gym or a fitness centre.
What is your idea of a perfect weekend? What do you like to do in your free time after the lessons? What is your hobby?.
Soon I'm going on vacation and I can't decide what books to take with me...
Write a letter to Sheila. In your letter ask his questions, ask 3 questions about her favourite books. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№10 You have received a letter from your New Zealand pen-friend Tom who writes:
...Last month our class went to Washington to visit the National Museum of American History. It was my first visit there and it was fun! How often do you go to museums with your class, if at all? Which museum is your favourite or what museum would you like to visit? Why do you think people should go there?
This summer we plan to go hiking with my parents...
Write a letter to Tom. In your letter answer his questions, ask 3 questions about his summer plans. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№11 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Jane who writes:
... Yesterday my Mum asked me to help her about the house. We were very busy with cleaning up after the birthday party the whole morning. I got quite tired and even missed my fitness class. What are your family duties, if any? Is there anything you especially like or dislike about house work? Do you find helping your parents necessary, why or why not?
Oh, I have some great news! I got a lovely kitten for my birthday...
Write a letter to Jane. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her kitten. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№12 ou have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Jane who writes:
...I have just returned from our school volleyball competition. I played for my class team and we won! What sport competitions are held in your school, if any? How can you become a member of your school sport team? Is it an easy thing to do? What kind of sport sections can you attend at school or in town?
Oh, I have some more good news! My sister had a great birthday party yesterday!...
Write a letter to Jane. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her sister’s birthday party. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№13 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Tom who writes:
... Last summer my parents and I went hiking to the mountains. We spent the whole week together and enjoyed it very much. How often do you take active holidays? Who do you think is the best company for you? What extreme sports would you like to try, if any, and why?
Last month our English class got an interesting project. We wrote a paper about interesting events in the past of our country ...
Write a letter to Tom. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about his project paper. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№14 u have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Tom who writes:
... In our city we have an annual competition for teenagers who make their own short films. This year I got the second prize for a film about my grandparents. Do you think it’s important to record family history? Who do you think should do it? How can it be done best?
This month is my mom’s birthday and now I am thinking about a gift for her.
I want it to be very special...
Write a letter to Tom. In your letter answer his questions, ask 3 questions about his mom. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№15 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Jane who writes:
...Last month our class went to Washington. It was my first visit there and it was fun! Have you travelled much around Russia? Where would like to go if you have a chance? Why would you like to go there, what places of interest would you like to see? Is there anything interesting in the region where you live?
This summer we plan to go to the mountains with my parents...
Write a letter to Jane. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about the trip to the mountains. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№16 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Bill who writes:
...At school we are doing projects on famous people of different countries. If I choose Russia whom should I write about? What is this person famous for and what do you know about him/her? Why do you think people in other countries should know about this person?
I’ve just watched an interesting wildlife TV programme...
Write a letter to Bill. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about his favourite TV programmes. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№17 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Ann who writes:
... More and more young people get involved in environmental protection. Could you tell me what measures young people in your country take to save the environment? What kind of support do you get from your local community and family? Is there any Green Party/Movement where you live? Wouldn’t you like to start one, if there isn’t? I am very happy now because I have just passed my last exams.
Write back soon, Ann...
Write a letter to Ann. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her plans for the coming holiday. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№18 ou have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Edward who writes:
... I’m going to do a project on hobbies in different countries. Could you help me? Do you think that different nations have different hobbies? Can you give examples? What interesting hobbies do Russians have? What hobbies do members of your family have?
As for the latest news, I have just passed my last exam...
Write a letter to Edward. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about his exams. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№19 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Alice who writes:
... I have to think about my pocket money all the time. My parents try to make me earn it by doing the housework. They try to make me save up and then buy something useful. But I need pocket money for the cinema and ice-cream and other treats like that. Do you have to ‘earn’ your pocket money in any way or do your parents just give it to you? What do you spend your pocket money on? What do your parents think of the way you spend it?
Last weekend my friends and I went on a picnic to the countryside...
Write a letter to Alice. In your letter answer her questions, ask 3 questions about her picnic. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.
№20 You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Bill who writes:
…I don’t think it will be a problem for me to choose a good job in the future as I’m really interested in foreign languages, cultures and countries and I hope I’ll work as a translator or teacher of foreign languages some day. Have you already decided on your career? What job are you going to choose? Why? What do your parents think about your choice?
I’ve lived in the USA my whole life but I’d really love to travel to other countries…
Write a letter to Bill. In your letter answer his questions, ask 3 questions about his plans for travelling. Write 100—140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing. You have 20 minutes to do this task.