Личное письмо. Разбираем ЕГЭ по английскому языку: раздел «Письмо

Одним из заданий по английскому языку как в ЕГЭ, так и в ОГЭ (ГИА) является написание личного письма в ответ на письмо "англоговорящего друга по переписке". При этом если в ЕГЭ объем письма ограничен 100-140 словами, то в ОГЭ установлен лимит в 100-120 слов. Дело в том, что в ЕГЭ дается задание задать 3 вопроса, а в ОГЭ – просто ответить на письмо, хотя, в любом случае, если вы напишете вопросы, то это будет большим плюсом.

Написание письма на иностранном языке является несложным заданием, которое необходимо выполнить максимально быстро, чтобы оставить время на выполнение других заданий. Итак, рассмотрим единые правила написания личного письма.

В правом верхнем углу укажите адрес в следующем порядке:
номер дома, название улицы
город
страна

Допускается указывать адрес в кратком виде, например:
Moscow
Russia

Под адресом, пропустив строку , необходимо написать дату письма:
June 4th, 2015
4 June 2015

или менее формально:
04/06/12

Письмо начинается с неофициального обращения. Если в задании имя вашего собеседника не указано, его следует придумать:
Dear Tim,
Dear Rebecca,

После обращения обязательно ставится запятая!

Разделите текст письма на несколько логических абзацев, каждый из которых начните с красной строки.
1. В первом абзаце вам следует поблагодарить своего друга за его письмо:
Thanks (a lot) for your (last) letter.
Your last letter was a real surprise.
I was glad to get your letter.
It was great to hear from you! / It was great to hear that… / I was happy to hear…

Вы можете также извиниться за то, что не писали раньше:
Sorry I haven’t written for so long but …/ Sorry I haven’t been in touch for so long.
I"m sorry I haven"t answered earlier but I was really busy with my school.

и/или упомянуть какой-либо факт из полученного письма:
I’m glad you passed your History test!
Sounds like you had a great time in London!
Great news about your…!

2. Основная часть письма (2–3 абзаца). В ней вы должны раскрыть все аспекты, указанные в задании. Не забудьте задать необходимые вопросы.
Предполагается, что письмо должно быть написано в неформальном стиле, поэтому вы можете использовать неформальные слова-связки, такие как well , by the way , anyway , so , разговорные выражения типа Guess what? Или Wish me luck! а также восклицательные знаки.

3. В последнем параграфе следует объяснить, почему вы заканчиваете письмо:
Well, I’d better go now as I have to do my homework.
Anyway, I have to go now because my Mum asked me to help her with the washing up.
I’ve got to go now! It’s time for my favourite TV show.

и упомянуть о дальнейших контактах:
Write (back) soon!
Take care and keep in touch!
Drop me a letter when you can.
Hope to hear from you soon.
I can’t wait to hear from you!

В конце письма на отдельной строке указывается завершающая фраза-клише, которая зависит от близости автора и адресата. После нее всегда ставится запятая! Ниже приводятся возможные варианты от наименее формального (1) к более формальному (7):
1) Love,
2) Lots of love,
3) All my love,
4) All the best,
5) Best wishes,
6) With best wishes,
7) Yours,

На следующей строке под завершающей фразой указывается имя автора (без фамилии!). Например:
Andy или Kate

Таким образом, письмо к другу имеет следующий вид:


Итак, приведем некоторые удачные примеры выполнения задания по английскому языку. Для удобства мы не будем указывать адрес и дату справа, хотя в скачанных материалах всё оформлено полно и правильно.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Mary who writes

... It was great to hear that you went to Italy during your spring holidays. I have always wanted to visit this wonderful country. Did you enjoy your journey? What places of interest did you visit? What impressed you most of all? Did you like your hotel?
As for me, I am awfully tired because we’ve got too many tests at school. Can’t wait for the summer break...

Write a letter to Mary.
In your letter
tell her about your journey to Italy
ask 3 questions about her plans for the summer

Dear Mary,
Thanks a lot for your letter. I hope you passed all your tests!
First of all, let me tell you about my one-week package holiday to Rome. Everything was OK, but we didn’t like our hotel. It was too noisy and the food was awful. We even had a stomachache and consulted a doctor. However, all the excursions were extremely interesting. We visited the Vatican and were impressed by the famous St. Peter’s Cathedral. I also enjoyed the Colosseum and other sights of Rome. All in all, we enjoyed our holiday.
And what about you? What are your plans for the summer? Will you come to visit us? Russia is a unique country and I’ll show you lots of interesting things. If you make up your mind, let me know what cities you would like to visit.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Lots of love,
Lucy


...Do you often have arguments with your parents? I do. My mother thinks that I spend too much time hanging around with my friends. Do you often meet your friends?
What do you usually do together? And what do you do when you disagree with your parents about how you spend your free time?
Write back soon.
Love,
Ann

Write back to Ann.
In your letter
answer her questions
ask 3 questions about her relations with her younger sister

Dear Ann,
Thanks for your letter. I’m glad you passed your History test!
I’m sorry you don’t get on well with your parents. As for me, I have practically no problems with mine, although we do quarrel sometimes because I spend too much time playing computer games. In this case I try to talk to them and find the way out. Unfortunately, I can meet my friends only at weekends and we usually play football together. It’s our favourite game.
And how do you get on with your sister? Do you play together? Do you help her with her homework? I wish I had a sister or a brother!
Anyway, keep smiling whatever happens! I’d better go now as I’ve got loads of homework to do (as always).
Write back soon!
Lots of love,
Kate


You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend who writes

...We moved to a new house a few weeks ago and I changed school. At first I was a bit afraid but I made new friends sooner than I expected. The teachers are nice and everything seems to be working out well. And what about you? Have you made any friends in your new school? Do you enjoy studying there? Have you got any new subjects this year?
I’ve got to go now! It’s time for my music lesson. Drop me a line when you can.
Lots of love,
Emily

Write a letter to Emily.
In your letter
answer her questions and tell her about your new school
ask 3 questions about her preferences in music

Dear Emily,
Thank you for your letter. It was great to hear about your new house!
As for my new school, it’s very big! It has three computer rooms and wonderful sports facilities. Actually, it seems a nice place and I enjoy studying there. The kids in my class are very friendly. I’ve already made some new friends and we often meet after classes. I’ve got only one new subject this year. It’s Economics and I’m beginning to think that it’s not difficult, after all!
By the way, what music styles do you enjoy? Have you got any favourite bands? Would you like to go to their concert? As for me, I prefer Radiohead. They are cool!
I’d better go now. Mum wants me to help with the housework. Take care and stay in touch!
Lots of love,
Ann


This is part of a letter from Harry, your English pen-friend.

...I’m fine but I’ve got a very busy week ahead. I’m a member of the school team and we are preparing for an important match in the National Championship. Are you fond of football? Do you watch football matches on TV? What other sports do you enjoy?
Well, I’d better go now. I’ve got to do some more training - I don’t want to lose this match.
Take care and write back soon.

Write back to Harry.
In your letter
answer his questions
ask 3 questions about his preparation for the match

Dear Harry,
Hi! How’s it going? Thanks for your last letter. I’m glad you are in your school football team now!
In your letter you asked me about football. Well, I’m really fond of it. It’s a great game and I’m always happy when my team wins. But I don’t watch football matches on TV because it’s rather boring. I prefer playing to watching as it’s more exciting. I’m also keen on roller-skating. It’s fun to take part in street competitions and to perform different tricks.
Anyway, what about your preparation for the National Championship? Do you work hard? How many times a week do you train? Do you get on well with your team-mates?
Well, I’d better go now as I have to tidy up my room. Write back soon!
All the best,
Ivan


You have received a letter from your English- speaking pen-friend George who writes

...At school we are doing projects on famous singers from different countries. Could you telI me about any famous Russian singer? What is he or she famous for? How long has he/she been singing? Do you enjoy his/her songs? Have you ever been to his/her concerts?
As for my school trip to London last week, it was really wonderful...

Write a letter to George.
In your letter
tell him about the singer you admire most of all
ask 3 questions about his trip to London

Dear George,
Thanks a lot for your letter. Sounds like you had a great time in London! What impressed you most of all? Did you take any pictures? Were you tired?
I’m glad I can help you with your project on famous singers. Well, my favourite singer is Dima Bilan. He made his debut at the festival ‘New Wave’ in 2002 so he has already been singing for 10 years. Now Dima is a famous pop singer known for his songs like ‘Never Let You Go’ and ‘Believe’. I enjoy his songs because of his beautiful voice. Un-fortunately, I’ve never been to his concerts but I’d love to.
Anyway, let me know if you have any other questions. I’d better go now as I have to take my dog for a walk. Write soon!
Yours,
Alex


This is part of a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend.

...So you see that I enjoy films based on true historic facts whereas most of my friends are fond of soap operas. Do you agree that soaps don’t show life realistically? What kind of films do you like watching? Do you prefer watching films in the cinema or at home? Why?
We all miss you, too. Everybody sends their love. Can’t wait to see you in the summer. Write back soon.
All my love,
Tina

Write back to Tina.
In your letter
answer her questions
ask 3 questions about her family

Dear Tina,
Thanks for your letter. I’m glad you liked the postcard I sent you!
In your letter you asked me about my attitude to soaps. Well, I agree that soaps don’t show life realistically because their plots are rather unbelievable and all emotions are exaggerated. As for me, I prefer whodunits, which keep me in suspense till the very end. I usually watch films at home but I never miss a chance to go to the cinema with friends. It’s much more exciting to watch films together.
I miss you greatly! Write back soon and tell me all your latest news. How is your sister? Has she passed her driving test? And what about your mother? Has she got over the flu?
I’d better go now as I promised mum to help her with the washing.
Love,
Ann


You have received a letter from your English- speaking pen-friend Rob who writes

...and then there’s this chess tournament on Saturday. If I win, I’ll be the champion of our school. Who knows?
Oh, yeah. I wanted to ask you something. We have to write a report on technology for school. Could you tell me a few things about how you use technology in your life? You know, computers, mobiles, TV, that sort of things. Oh, and tell me something about the other members of your family, too, and how they use technology.
Anyway, I was talking to Sam the other day and he says that...

Write back to Rob.
In your letter
answer his questions
ask 3 questions about playing chess

Dear Rob,
It was great to hear from you! I’m glad you managed to talk to Sam. Please give my best regards to him.
You asked me about technology. Well, I’ve got a new mobile. It’s got a camera so I’m taking lots of pictures at the moment. I’ve also got a computer but I use it mainly for surfing the Net. Of course we’ve got things like a TV, a DVD player and a music centre. My parents usually watch TV whereas my brother spends hours playing computer games.
Anyway, I’m glad you’ve made such progress in chess. Is it difficult to learn how to play it? Will I be able to do it on my own? How can I get started?
I’ve got to go now as I’m helping my Dad in the garage.
All the best,
Andrew


This is part of a letter from Jane, your English pen-friend.

...My home town is rather small but I like it. The people here are very friendly and they try and keep our town clean and beautiful. And do you enjoy living in a big city? How do you spend your spare time there?
Anyway, I’m thinking of travelling around Russia next summer. Could you tell me what weather to expect? Should I take warm clothes with me?..

Write a letter to Jane.
In your letter
answer her questions
ask 3 questions about her home town

Dear Jane,
Thanks for your letter. I’m glad you’re going to visit Russia. The weather in summer is usually hot so I don’t think you’ll need lots of warm clothes. However, you’d better take a jacket as nights can be quite cool.
In your letter you asked me about the life in a big city. As for me, I enjoy living in Moscow as there are lots of parks and cosy cafes, museums and galleries. In the evenings I usually go for a walk with my friends and at the weekend we go to the theatre or visit a museum. Have you got any museums in your town? Are they free for students? Are there any sports facilities?
I’d better go now as I’ve got to do my homework - boring! Can’t wait to see you!
Lots of love,
Rita


This is part of a letter from your German pen-friend.

...I find it a bit difficult to understand English grammar. What about you? Do you do grammar exercises? Do you think that it’s necessary to remember all grammar rules?
Have you got any plans for the summer? I was thinking of going to a language school in the UK to improve my English. It would be a lot more fun if we went together. What do you think?
Anyway, I have to go now as I’m helping my Dad in the shop.
Hope to hear from you soon.
All the best,
Kerstin

Write back to Kerstin.
In your letter
answer her questions
ask 3 questions about the trip to the UK

Dear Kerstin,
Thanks for your letter. I’m glad your arm is out of plaster now!
I agree with you that English grammar is rather difficult so I think it’s necessary to learn grammar rules and to do exercises. As for me, I do it on a regular basis.
Going to a language school together is a great idea! We could practise our English and visit lots of places of interest. I’m absolutely free this summer so I can go whenever you like.
Write and tell me what dates suit you best. Which course would you like to do? What level do you think we are? Where would you prefer to stay? Meanwhile, I’ll make some enquiries about language schools in the UK. I’ll get in touch soon. I hope it all works out!
Lots of love,
Helen


This is part of a letter from Adam, your English pen-friend, whom you’re going to visit in summer.

...As for me, I’m crazy about skateboarding and I love rock and pop music. I think my favourite band at the moment is Radiohead. Do you know them? What kind of things do you like doing and what music do you enjoy?
Is there anything you particularly want to do while you’re here? / guess you’ll be busy at the language school during the day, but we can do something in the evenings and at weekends. Also, let me know if there are any kinds of food you don’t like...

Write back to Adam.
In your letter
answer his questions
ask 3 questions about his family and the language school

Dear Adam,
Thanks for your letter. It was great to hear from you. I can’t wait to meet you and your parents in July!
Well, we’ve obviously got a lot in common. I’m also crazy about rock music and my favourite band is Radiohead, too! I’ve never done skateboarding, though, but I’d love to try. I enjoy basketball and I love playing computer games. Do you?
I’m a bit worried about the language school. Is it far from your house? Should I bring any books with me? Will I have to do much homework? If I have, I’m afraid I’ll be busy in the evenings. Actually, I wouldn’t mind any activity. It will be fun just to be in another country.
Anyway, I know we’re going to be really good friends. Please write back soon.
All the best,
Sasha


Будет очень полезно перед сдачей экзаменов написать шаблон письма, по которому вы будете выполнять задание на экзамене.
В нашей подборке материалов помимо множества полезных материалов вы можете найти 31 готовое письмо , а также шаблон для написания письма :
Материалы по английскому языку (ЕГЭ)
Материалы по английскому языку (ОГЭ)


В свете требований ГИА девятиклассников и ЕГЭ выпускников школ, обучение и освоение навыков письменной речи приобрело очень актуальный характер. Особое внимание учителя и учащиеся старших классов уделяют работе над развитием навыков написания письма личного характера и эссе на английском языке, ибо именно эти виды письменных работ заложены в КИМах ГИА и ЕГЭ. Эта страничка создана для того, чтобы помочь вам успешно справиться с этими видами заданий.

Итак, как же правильно оформить и написать письмо на английском, чтобы набрать наибольшее количество баллов при сдаче ГИА и ЕГЭ?

1. Необходимо знать правила оформления и структуру писем личного характера.

2. Необходимо знать критерии и схемы оценивания письма, прописанные в материалах к ЕГЭ.

3. Необходимо иметь базовый словарный запас. Чтобы написать письмо не нужно знать английский в совершенстве, более того, письмо можно написать даже если у вас ограниченный словарный запас.

1. Правила оформления и структура письма личного характера

1. В правом верхнем углу письма пишется ваш адрес и дата.

номер дома / номер квартиры, название улицы

город, индекс

Например:

145/4 Esenin Street

Cheboksary 428000

Существует сокращенный вариант написания адреса и даты, который также является правильным. В адрес можно включить только название города и страны, а дата может состоять из одних цифр:

2. Вступление-приветствие.

Эта часть обычно состоит из 3,4-х предложений. Сначала вы пишете обращение к человеку, которому вы должны адресовать письмо исходя из задания. Напримеp: Dear Mike,. Обратите внимание, что после обращения ставится запятая и следующее предложение (т. е. фактически первое предложение письма) пишется с красной строки. А что же написать в приветствии? В приветствии вы можете поблагодарить за письмо, написать, что вы очень рады получить от своего друга весточку, объяснить почему вы долго не писали и т.д. Примерно это должно выглядеть так:

Thanks for your letter, it was nice to hear from you. Sorry I didn"t answer for a long time. I was very busy with my schoolwork.

3. Основная часть.

Обычно эта часть состоит из двух абзацев. Первый - содержит ответы на вопросы друга. Во втором абзаце, наступает ваша очередь задавать вопросы собеседнику, об этом сказано в задании. Обычно оговаривается, сколько именно вопросов должно быть задано.

4. Заключительная часть. Прощание.

Здесь вы можете логически завершить свое письмо, пожелать удачи и попрощаться. Обычно говорится, что вам пора идти куда-то. Примерно это выглядит так: Oh, I have to go now. Mum wants me to do some shopping for her.

На следующей строке не забудьте попрощаться с вашим воображаемым другом. Заключительная фраза письма должна выглядеть примерно так:

Hope to hear from you soon,

Обратите внимание, что после имени не ставится точка!

Схема структуры письма личного характера :

Критерии и схемы оценивания письма

Начнем с того, что прежде чем выполнять какое либо задание из ЕГЭ, нужно внимательно прочитать задание к нему.

Задание примерно выглядит так:

Задание С1. You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Tom who writes:

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.

а) читаем само задание (выделено жирным шрифтом), в нем оговорены важные вещи: 1. количество слов, которое мы должны соблюсти, 100-140 слов, как мы видим. 2. что мы должны сделать: прочитать отрывок из письма и написать ответное, в котором мы должны ответить на вопросы, заданные нам и задать 3 своих.

в) учитывая требования к структуре и содержанию письма, пишем ответ

Критерии оценивания выполнения задания С1 (максимум 6 баллов)

Дополнительная схема оценивания задания С1 "Личное письмо"

Как написать письмо, если мой словарный запас невелик?

Ответ прост - используйте готовый шаблон! Его можно и нужно заучить наизусть. Шаблон обычно содержит в себе уже 60-70 слов, то есть, останется только дописать его, исходя из задания и используя всего 40-50 слов. Не такая уж сложная задача, не так ли?

Пример шаблона:

145/4 Esenin Street

Cheboksary 428200

Dear (имя),

Thanks for your letter, it was nice to hear from you. I"m sorry I couldn"t reply straightaway. I was busy with my schoolwork.

You asked me about (пишем о теме, которой интересуется написавший нам письмо). Well, (отвечаем на его вопросы).

By the way, (задаем три своих вопроса в отдельных предложениях)

Oh, I have to go now. I promised my Mum to clean the bathroom. Looking forward to hearing from you soon.

Вот собственно и весь секрет. Обратите внимание, что получившийся у нас шаблон содержит 67 слов, и нам остается дописать всего 40-60.

Образец выполненного задания С1:

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Tom who writes:

In Great Britain most 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.

answer his questions

ask 3 questions about his trip to Scotland

Write 100 - 140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

145/4 Esenin Street

Cheboksary 428000

I"m sorry I couldn"t reply straightaway. I was busy with my schoolwork.

I"m only 16 and I can"t help relying on my parents now, but most of my friends and I dream to be independent. As soon as I leave school, I"ll go to university. If I find a part-time job, I"m ready to leave my family and start living on my own. Of course, it"s hard financially to rent a house or an apartment in Russia, especially if you are a student and don"t have much money, but I"m prepared for this.

Well, I"m happy to hear you"ve finally fulfilled your dream - a trip to Scotland! How long were you there? What places did you visit? Did you try on a kilt?

Oh, I have to go now. Mum wants me to do some shopping for her.

Hope to hear from you soon,

Обучающие видео. ЕГЭ по английскому. Личное письмо. Правила игры.

4.1. ПИСЬМО ЛИЧНОГО ХАРАКТЕРА

4.1.1. Personal Letter.

You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your pen friend Vicky who writes:

… At school we are doing projects on schools and school rules in different countries. Could you tell me what kind of rules you have in your school?

As the holidays are coming I am thinking of looking for a job…

Write a letter to Vicky.

— tell her about the rules in your school (3-4 examples)

— ask 3 Questions About a job she would like to have

Write 100-140 words.

4.1.2.

You have received a letter from your English pen friend Sheila who writes:

…Do you ever go on a diet? I do. Especially in spring, before my summer vacation starts. My mother thinks that I should not do it because it is bad for my health. What do you think about it?

Do you exercise? I love going to the gym. I want to live a healthy life, but my parents do not understand it. What would you do, if you were me?

Write back soon.

Write back to Sheila answering her questions. Write 100-140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

4.1.3. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

This is part of a letter from your English-speaking pen friend Ann who writes:

… One of my friends has recently been invited to spend a couple of weeks in Moscow this summer and it’s going to be his first time coming here. What places of interest and historical attractions would you recommend for him to see? What are your favourite ones?

Γm sure there are a lot of Iovelyplaces here to spend a night out. Where should he go first?

By the way, he is fond of sports…

Write a letter to Ann.

— give advice where to go in Moscow

— ask 3 questions about a favourite sport of Ann’s friend

Write 100-140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

4.1.4. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

This is part of a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Emily who writes

… People say there is no place like home, but I wouldn’t call myself a stay-at-home type. I like visiting new places and meeting new people very much. Do you like travelling? How do you usually travel: with parents, friends or school? What’s your favourite way of travelling? Could you, please, write to me about your most memorable trip.

I spent my best holidays going on an exciting journey around Mexico about two years ago…

Write a letter to Emily.

Tell her about your favourite ways of travelling and your most memorable trip

Ask 3 questions about her trip around Mexico

Write 100-140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

4.1.5. You have 20 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your American pen friend Larry who writes:

… I have to think about 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 some big thing. 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?

Write back soon,

Write back to Larry answering his questions.

Write 100-140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

4.2. ПИСЬМЕННОЕ ВЫСКАЗЫВАНИЕ C ЭЛЕМЕНТАМИ РАССУЖДЕНИЯ ПО ПРЕДЛОЖЕННОЙ ПРОБЛЕМЕ

4.2.1.

Many parents encourage their children to study well by giving extra pocket money for each good mark.

What can you say for and against this practice?

Write 200-250 words.

Use the following plan

2. Arguments “for”.

3. Arguments “against”.

4.2.2. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Many people watch soap operas because they find them enjoyable and realistic.

What is your opinion of soap operas?

Write 200-250 words.

Use the following plan:

— draw a conclusion

4.2.3. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some students think the best teacher is someone who is very knowledgeable about the subject matter, while others believe that it is more important for a teacher to make teaching enjoyable and fun for students.

What is your opinion? What qualities are more important for teacher?

Write 200-250 words.

Use the following plan:

— make an introduction (state the problem)

— express your personal opinion and give reasons for it

— give arguments for the other point of view and explain why you don’t agree with it

— draw a conclusion

4.2.4. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

My parents say the way they lived in the past was much quieter. However, I believe that young people are given a lot more life opportunities nowadays.

What is your opinion? Which way of life will be more satisfying for future generations?

Write 200-250 words.

Use the following plan:

Make an introduction (state the problem)

Express your personal opinion and give reasons for it

Give arguments for the other point of view and explain why you don’t agree with it

Draw a conclusion

4.2.5. You have 40 minutes to do this task.

Comment on the following statement.

Some parents think that having a computer at home will help their children to get a better education, others are afraid that children will only play videogames.

What can you say for and against having a computer at home? Write 200-250 words.

Use the following plan

1. Introduction (State the problem).

2. Arguments “for”.

3. Arguments “against”.

КОММЕНТАРИИ K РАЗДЕЛУ «ПИСЬМО»

Разделы «Письмо» и «Говорение» включают задания откры­того типа с развернутыми ответами, которые образуют чрезвы­чайно важную часть экзаменационной работы, т. к. именно в них проверяются продуктивные умения и навыки. Они значительно увеличивают дифференцирующую способность контрольно-из­мерительных материалов и тем самым помогают выявить вы­пускников и абитуриентов, имеющих наиболее высокий уровень языковой подготовки.

СТРУКТУРА И СОДЕРЖАНИЕ РАЗДЕЛА «ПИСЬМО»

Проверяемые умения (основные блоки)

— Дать развернутое сообщение.

— Запросить инфор­мацию.

— Использовать неофициальный стиль.

— Соблюдать формат неофициального письма

Выска­зыва­ние с

— Высказать свое мнение и привести аргументы, доказа­тельства, примеры.

— Сделать вывод.

— Последовательно и логически пра­вильно строить

Высказывание.

— Использовать соответствующие средства логической связи.

— Правильно офор­мить стилистически

В соответствии с по­ставленной задачей

Чтобы получить более полное представление о задачах, сто­ящих перед экзаменуемым в данных заданиях, следует также познакомиться с критериями оценивания. Для оценивания ком­муникативных заданий каждого из разделов, включающих за­дания со свободно конструируемым ответом (разделы «Письмо» и «Говорение»), применяется сочетание двух рейтинговых шкал в системе, специально разработанной для измерения различных сторон коммуникативной компетенции учащихся. Система
предусматривает словесное описание критериев оценивания развернутого ответа и цифровую характеристику нормативов оценки по каждому критерию. Каждый критерий в зависимости от его значимости оценивается рейтинговой шкалой различной длины: 3-0 или 2-0.

При этом на первый план выдвигаются содержательные критерии, оценивающие выполнение коммуникативных задач. Максимальное количество баллов, которое можно набрать за личное письмо, - 6, за письменное высказывание с элемен­тами рассуждения - 14. Итого максимальный балл за раздел «Письмо» - 20 баллов. Личное письмо (Cl) оценивается по двум критериям, а именно: «Решение коммуникативной задачи (со­держание)» (максимально - 3 балла) и «Организация текста» (максимально - 3 балла).

Письменное высказывание с элементами рассуждения (С4) оценивается по пяти критериям: «Решение коммуникативной задачи (содержание)» (максимально- 3 балла), «Организация текста» (максимально - 3 балла), «Лексика» (максимально - 3 балла), «Грамматика» (максимально - 3 балла), «Орфография и пунктуация» (максимально - 2 балла).

При выполнении задания Cl (личное письмо) прежде всего надо внимательно прочитать инструкции и отрывок из письма, который служит стимулом. Это поможет понять коммуника­тивные задачи и определить объем и содержание информации, которая должна быть включена в ответное письмо. Рекоменду­ется составить план, в котором будут отражены все необходимые пункты (как упомянутые в письме-стимуле, так и сформулиро­ванные в инструкциях).

Разберем, например, задание 4.1.1, где в письме-стимуле Викки сообщает, что они в своей школе занимаются проектной работой, посвященной школьным правилам в разных странах, и просит рассказать друга по переписке о правилах в его школе. Викки также упоминает, что с приближением каникул начинает размышлять о работе на лето. Инструкции к заданию уточняют: надо рассказать о правилах в своей школе и привести 3-4 приме­ра, а также надо задать Викки 3 вопроса о работе, которую она хотела бы найти на летний период. Исходя из этих задач и следу­ет составить план ответного письма. Также при написании ответа неплохо помнить, что обсуждаются школьные правила в разных
странах, и дать в письме пояснения, какие из описываемых пра­вил являются для России универсальными, а какие установлены только в данной школе. Не рекомендуется увлекаться каким-то одним примером или мыслью и включать в текст подробности, не связанные непосредственно с поставленной коммуникативной задачей, - это может привести к неоправданному увеличению объема текста.

В целом при выполнении заданий раздела «Письмо» очень важно уметь следить за объемом текста. И в задании C1, и в зада­нии С2 обозначены границы требуемого объема. Его уменьшение или значительное превышение приведут к снижению оценки. Для того чтобы в процессе экзамена быстрее сориентироваться, можно запомнить, сколько слов в среднем приходится на одну строку или сколько строк занимает в среднем текст из, напри­мер, 100 слов, написанный от руки вашим почерком.

Важно также помнить, что текст письма должен представлять собой связное и логичное целое. Текст делится на абзацы в соот­ветствии с логикой; абзацы между собой и предложения внутри абзацев должны быть связаны при помощи вводных слов, союзов, союзных слов и т. п. Следует уделить внимание и стилю письма - он не может быть строго официальным, это ведь переписка друзей. А это значит, что обращение в начале письма, слова прощания в конце, подпись тоже должны соответствовать ситуации общения и правилам вежливости, принятым в английском языке.

Письмо должно быть правильно структурировано:

Обращение, соответствующее неофициальному стилю, на отдельной строке;

Главная часть, соответствующая пунктам задания (не­сколько абзацев - помните о правильном делении на аб­зацы);

Заключение;

Завершающая фраза на отдельной строке;

Подпись на отдельной строке (только имя).

Письмо надо также правильно оформить:

Дата (под адресом).

Об обращении, завершающей фразе и подписи - каждый из этих элементов письма располагается на отдельной строке - уже было сказано.

Выполнив задание на черновике, его следует еще раз прочи­тать и исправить возможные лексико-грамматические, орфогра­фические, пунктуационные ошибки, а, возможно, скорректиро­вать объем и содержание.

Переходя к анализу задания С2 (письменное высказывание с элементами рассуждения), отметим, что многое сказанное выше, относится и к его выполнению. Однако это задание - бо­лее высокого уровня сложности и требует особых навыков и уме­ний письменной речи.

Письменное высказывание с элементами рассуждения в ка­честве задания С2 может быть двух типов: выражение собствен­ного мнения или приведение аргументов за и против по какой — либо проблеме. Эти два типа сочинения строятся по-разному и инструкции к заданию содержат план, который подсказывает правильную композицию. Общим является то, что необходимо найти веские аргументы и убедительно и логично их изложить.

Так, в задании 4.2.1 коммуникативная цель - найти и сфор­мулировать аргументы за и против и предлагаемый план соот­ветствует этой цели:

Use the following plan:

1. Introduction (State the problem).

2. Arguments “for”.

3. Arguments “against”.

B задании 4.2.2 коммуникативная цель - высказать собс­твенное мнение по предложенной проблеме и предлагается иной план сочинения:

Use the following plan:

— make in introduction (state the problem)

— express your personal opinion and reasons for it

— give arguments for the other point of view and explain why you don’t agree with it

— draw a conclusion

Иногда экзаменуемые не могут понять, почему, высказывая собственное мнение, они должны не только обозначить проти­воположную точку зрения, а еще и найти аргументы в ее защи­ту. К сожалению, культура дебатов, толерантность и умение находить компромиссы все еще неразвиты у нас. Иностранный язык относится к числу гуманитарных предметов, которые, помимо чисто предметных знаний, могут и должны способс­твовать развитию личности школьника. Не случайно новый школьный стандарт наряду с развитием иноязычной коммуни­кативной компетенции ставит как цель обучения иностранным языкам «развитие и воспитание у школьников понимания важ­ности изучения иностранного языка в современном мире и пот­ребности пользоваться им как средством общения, познания, самореализации и социальной адаптации; воспитание качеств гражданина, патриота; развитие национального самосозна­ния, стремления к взаимопониманию между людьми разных сообществ, толерантного отношения к проявлениям иной куль­туры» .

Раздел 4. Задания по письму .

ОГЭ 9 класс .

1. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

We’ve moved house and now I have to go to a new school. It’s a pity because I liked my old school and I had a lot of friends there. Now I feel a bit lonely but I hope to find some friends here too….

…What do you like most about your school? Have you got a lot of friends at school? What do you usually do with your school friends in your free time? …

2. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…I am so fond of Japanese cartoons, that I’ve decided to learn Japanese. Mum says it’s hard, but I think it’s worth it. Besides, their writing is cool! …

…What languages do you learn at school? What other language would you like to learn, why? What do you think about my choice of Japanese?…

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

3. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…I am a bit sad because I have just quarrelled with my mum. I didn’t want to wash the dishes and make my bed because there was an interesting film on TV…

…Do you think children should help their parents with the housework, why or why not? What do you do about the house? What do you usually do in your free time? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

4. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…My cat is getting old. But he’s still able to jump on the fridge and he likes to watch Mum making dinner for him. And he is so cool: big, white and furry! He is such fun! I can’t understand people who prefer to live without pets…

…Why don’t some people want to have any pets? Do you approve of keeping exotic pets like spiders or snakes, why? What pets are popular in your country? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

5. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…Sometimes I hate our school radio because they talk about things everyone knows. And news should be fresh! One day I will be a reporter and will show them how to make really good news…

…How do you get to know what’s happening in the world? What are you going to be? Do you think English will be necessary for your future career, why? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

6. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

… I can’t imagine my life without my computer and the Internet! Now I can write all my stories and immediately send them to my friends to read...

…What do you use your computer for? How much time do you spend working on your computer? What else do you do in your free time? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

7. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…and then she gave me a present: two tickets to the theatre. It was a great performance and the actors were wonderful. I am not a theatre goer but even I was impressed. …

…Do you think it’s exciting to be a famous actor, why? When did you last see a theatrical performance? What do you like to do in your free time? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

8. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

…Oh, my friend is so charming! Everybody in the class is ready to help her. But, you know, I sometimes think she’s just using people to get what she wants…

…What kind of person is your best friend? When and where did you meet? How do you spend time together?…

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

9. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…What an awful task – to read boring books all summer! And the list is so long! I like reading but the books I like are usually not my school’s choice…

…How long is your school’s list of books? What kind of books do you like to read? Do you think an electronic book is a good choice when you’re travelling in the summer, why? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

10. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…Yesterday was a special day – we had the Earth Hour. My town (and lots of towns around) went dark for one hour. It’s one of the ideas of an ecological group called the Green Movement. We switched off the lights to draw people’s attention to the poor ecological situation on the planet…

…Do people have the Earth Hour in your country? What can people do to save energy in their everyday life? Do you approve of the Green Movement, why? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

11. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…. My older brother has decided to collect mugs, imagine that. He has already got eight mugs from different places he has visited. It’s a nice collection but it takes up so much room …

…Why do people collect things? What do you collect or what would you like to collect? What other hobbies are popular with teenagers in your country? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

12. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

… I’m having a very busy time now as I have to get ready for my exams. As far as I know, all students in Russia have to take school exams too…

…When are you going to have your exams? What exams have you chosen and why? What are your plans for the summer holidays? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

13. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

… Today is Sunday, but I feel bored and unhappy. It’s already been raining hard for two days and there’s nothing to do at home…

…What is your favourite season and why? What do you do when the weather is rainy? How do you usually spend your weekends? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

14. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ann.

…My friend has decided to become a model and has just gone on a diet. I told her that it could be dangerous but she wouldn’t listen. Besides, she is a vegetarian, so there are not many products she can let herself eat now…

…Why do people become vegetarians? What do you do to keep fit? What food do you try to avoid? …

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

15 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

I’ve just joined our school Drama club. We give performances in English and in French. Our parents and classmates think that our performances are very good. After all, school is not only about learning...

…What do you like most about your school? What school clubs do you have? Have you joined any of your school clubs, why? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

16 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…Yesterday I did a test to see which job is the best for me. According to the results I should become a doctor. But it is absolutely impossible because I am afraid of blood…

…What future career would you like to have, why? Do your parents agree with your choice? In what way will English be useful for your career? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

17 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

What a journey! We went by car to Brighton and spent a couple of days at the seaside. I wish we could go there again! ...

…Why is travelling so popular? Where would you like to go? How do you prefer to travel and why? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

18. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

… My mum always says, “There’s no bad weather, there’re bad clothes!” That’s why she keeps telling me to put on warm clothes even in spring. …

…Do you agree with the English proverb about bad weather and bad clothes, why? What clothes do you prefer to wear out of school? What are your favourite colours for clothes? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

19. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…Yesterday our teacher asked us to stay after classes. A basketball star came to us to talk about sport in everyday life. The way he spoke about being a teenager was funny. He said he didn’t like getting up early!…

…When do you get up in the morning? What do you do to keep fit? Would you like to go in for sports professionally, why? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

20 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…I’ve just been to the zoo. What lovely animals are there! Bears, tigers and even sharks! When I look at them in the zoo I can hardly imagine that they could be dangerous or eat other animals…

… Which do you think is better for animals – to live in the zoo or in the wild, why? What animals are common in your region? Have you ever seen any animal in the wild? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100–120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

21. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

pen friend, Ben.

One of my friends gets ill very often. The doctor says that it’s because he lives in a big city with a poor environment...

…What ecological problems are the most serious in your country? What can teenagers do to make their hometown cleaner? Would you like to live in a big city or in the country, why? …

3 questions.

Write 100 120

22. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

My friend was very impressed by the Moscow Kremlin. He said that Russian architecture is fascinating. I"d like to go to Russia for my holidays, too...

…How do you usually spend your holidays? What is the best season for travelling in Russia, why? What tourist attractions would you recommend seeing in your country? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

23. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ann.

My older brother has got a new hobby he has become a mountain biker. I know that mountain biking is a dangerous kind of sport and I worry about him. I would like him to spend more time at home. I wish he had chosen a safer entertainment…

…What indoor sports are most popular with teenagers in your country? Why do teenagers often do extreme sports? What kind of sport is your favourite? …

3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

24. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

Last year I started learning Russian. It’s a very difficult language but I’m trying my best. I’d like to come to Russia one day to practise it. …

Which season would you recommend for the trip? What places are worth seeing in Russia? What country would you like to visit, why? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

25. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…My granny is such a kind person. She always brings us presents for everything we celebrate. And I love all her presents! For example, at Christmas she gave me the coolest computer game, it was something I had been dreaming of …

…What holidays do you celebrate with your family? What is your favourite holiday and why? What is the best present you’ve ever received? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

26. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

… I am very busy now preparing for my exams, but yesterday I went to the cinema with my friends. We saw a new film about Sherlock Holmes. You’ve probably seen it, too. …

What kinds of films do you like? Where do you prefer watching films in the cinema or at home and why? What would you make a film about if you had a chance?…

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

27. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

….I have decided to take up collecting stamps as my new hobby. My uncle is a traveller and often brings me stamps from different countries….

…What hobbies are popular with Russian teenagers? What hobby would you like to take up, why? What do you usually do in your free time? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

28. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

I’ve just been to Australia. I saw kangaroos and koalas! I even learned surfing at one of the Australian beaches! That was unbelievable! I definitely want to go there again!

…Where did you spend your last summer? What did you like most about it? Which country would you like to visit one day, why? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

29. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

I’ve just returned from China. They were celebrating the Chinese New Year there. Lots of people were dressed like dragons...

…What are the most popular holidays in Russia? What is your favourite holiday and why? How do you celebrate it? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

30. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

I saved some of my pocket money and have bought a new computer game. I’m glad that I didn’t have to ask my parents to buy it for me. It would be great to find a job next summer ….

…How do you get your pocket money? What do Russian teenagers usually buy with their pocket money? Would you like to get a summer job or not, why? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

31. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ben.

…As you know, I am a tennis club member. I go there regularly, but my best friend doesn’t want to do any sport…

Should people do sports, why? What sports do you like? What do you do in your PE lessons?

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

32. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ann.

.. I joined the ballet school when I was five. I love dancing and I want to become a dance teacher in the future. So I’m going to take classes at the Ballet Dance Academy one day…

What subjects are you good at? What do you like to do in your free time? What job would you like to do in the future, and why? ...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

33. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Jim.

I have decided to do sport regularly. My friends have given me different advice on how to start but I can’t choose which sport to play. There are so many opportunities …

…What sport do you do regularly? What sports facilities can you use in your school? Does the career of a professional sportsperson attract you or not, why?…

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

34. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Jim.

… I have caught a bad cold. Most people hate being ill. But I sometimes like it. It gives me some time for my hobby ...

… How often do you miss school because of health problems? How can you entertain yourself when you are ill and have to stay indoors? What do you do to stay healthy?...

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

35. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ann.

… I am doing a project about the life of modern teenagers in different countries. Will you help me and answer some questions …

What time do you usually come back from school? What do you like to do in your free time? How many foreign languages would you like to speak, and why? ...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

36. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ann.

. .. Next year at school I have to choose a second foreign language to learn. The problem is that I cannot make a choice about what language to take. …

…When did you start learning English? What do you do to improve your English? What foreign language besides English would you like to learn, and why? …

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

37. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Jim.

…Next month I have to choose my subjects for the next year. I want to continue learning languages. I also need to improve my academic results in general. ...

… How many lessons do you usually have a day? What foreign languages can you learn at school? What subject do you find the most important for your future career, why? ...

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

38. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ann.

… We have a special tradition in our family. The last weekend of every month we cook and have a meal together: my parents, my sister Jenny and me. This week it is pumpkin soup and ginger biscuits….

How do you spend time together as a family? When do you give each other presents? What do you do to help your parents about the house?

Write her a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

39. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ann.

Our teacher has announced that a Theatre Group is starting next month. I’m going to join the club and see if I enjoy being on stage. Some friends say I have some ability but I’m not sure about that …

What do you do after your classes? What club in your school is the most interesting, why do you think so? How long does it take you to do your homework?...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

40 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Jim.

On December 31 st I usually write my New Year resolutions. Unfortunately I don’t usually keep them. But this year I decided to be persistent: to make a resolution and keep it…

Do you make New Year resolutions or not, and why? What new hobby or new sport would you like to try? What do you usually do in your free time? ….

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

41 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ann.

… After taking my school exams, I want to study English literature at university. Some people say that it is boring and it takes too much time, but I really like it...

…How many exams are you going to take this year? How do you prepare for your English exam? Do you like to take exams or not, why?...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

42 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Lily.

You’ve probably seen the photos which I took on my holiday. During the rainy days we are having now they bring back good memories! The summer, the countryside, the mountains, the time when I could ride my bicycle all day long! ...

Where did you spend your last summer holidays? What did you do during your holidays? What holidays do you like more (summer or winter holidays) and why?...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

43 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Harry.

It may sound unusual, but my friend likes reading very much. He reads not only popular books but classics as well. As for me, I read only books from the school list…

What books do you like to read? Do you prefer e-books or paper books and why? What hobbies apart from reading are popular with your friends?...

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

44. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Sophie.

... You know, I love history so much that maybe I’ll become a historian in the future. I think it is very interesting and important to know and understand your past. …

What school subjects do you find the most important? Is there any school subject that you’d like to study more and why? What career would you like to choose in the future?...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

45. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Alice.

… My parents say that I watch TV too much. And they are not always happy with the programmes I watch. I understand that often watching TV is waste of time but I can’t live without TV anyway. ...

…How much do you watch TV? What do you prefer: watching TV or browsing the Internet, why? What else do you do in your free time?...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

46. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Alice.

…Time has come to choose a profession for the future. I’m still thinking about it but I really don’t know what career to choose…

…What would you like to be in the future? Will you use English for your future job? What do your parents advise you to be? …

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

47. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Andrew.

My parents want me to do music. It’s not what I really want to do but I have no choice. I’ve promised my parents to take at least 20 lessons. It means I won’t have any free time for about three months! Awful, isn’t it?...

…What do you do in your free time? What kind of music do you like? What musical instrument would you like to play, if any?...

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

48. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Andrew.

…You’ll never believe it but I tried to run a marathon last Saturday. It was awful and in half an hour I was out of the race. So, now I realize how weak and unfit my body is. It’s probably because I watch sports on TV much more often than do them...

….What do you do to keep fit? What sports facilities do you have in your school? What kind of sport do you find ideal for young people? Why…

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

49. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Emma.

…My mum still can’t download new music into her mobile phone. She says when she was young, there were no mobile phones at all. I just can’t imagine that!…

What do you use your mobile phone for? Can you do without your mobile phone and why? What other gadgets do you find the most important for you?...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

50 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Paul.

… Yesterday we had a class where we discussed different ecological problems. Our teacher suggested opening an eco-club, where we can do something useful for the environment ...

…What ecological problem do you consider the most serious? What can young people do to protect the environment? Do you think ecological problems should be discussed at school, and why?...

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

51 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Harry.

….Frankly, I don’t understand why some people like classical music. I adore rock and usually listen to it on my way home from school. If my favourite band comes to our town, I’ll definitely go to their concert...

….What kind of music do you like? Do you think it is necessary to have music lessons at school, why? What musical instrument would you like to play?...

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

52. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Emma.

I’ve just returned from our local museum. I have seen lots of curious things and I have learned some new information about our town. I was surprised that a visit to a museum could be so enjoyable...

Do you find visiting museums interesting and why? What museum would you like to set up, if any? What do you enjoy doing in your free time?...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

53. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Lily.

Yesterday we celebrated Thanksgiving. This is one of our favourite family holidays when we all get together. And my mother makes a wonderful pumpkin pie!…

What holiday do you like most and why? How do you celebrate your birthday? What present would you like to get for your next birthday? ...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

54. You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Emily.

We are having a Maths test tomorrow. It makes me feel scared! I would rather have three language tests instead of one Maths test. I really find learning foreign languages interesting and not difficult at all. ...

…What subject is the most difficult for you? What do you do to improve your English? What language apart from English would you like to learn and why?...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

55 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Ma х .

I’ve just watched a TV series about robots, their past and future. Robots are so cool! If only they could do my homework…

What jobs would you like a robot to do at your home? What else can robots be used for? Do you find science fiction films interesting or not, and why?....

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

56 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Harry.

… The end of the school year is usually a very stressful time for me. We have to take lots of tests and exams. The only thing that makes me happy is that the holidays are coming. ...

…What exams are you taking this year? How do you prepare for your English exam? What are your plans for the coming summer holidays?...

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

57 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Andrew.

… I had to change school because we had moved to a new house. My new school is right next to it. It is very convenient but everything is so strange here: new rules, a new uniform, new people. I haven’t made any friends yet ...

…How long does it take you to get to your school? What clothes do you wear to school? How do you spend time with your school friends? …

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Emily.

Last month I was late for my classes several times. Though I wasn’t late on purpose and it wasn’t actually my fault, I was punished. ...

…Do any students in your class sometimes come too late to school? What are their usual reasons for coming late? Is there any punishment for late comers at your school and what is it?...

Write her a letter and answer her 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

59 You have 30 minutes to do this task.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend, Sam.

I’ve just changed school. I’m fond of Mathematics and it’s the major subject in my new school. The only thing I don’t like here is too much homework! ...

…What is your favourite subject? How long does it take you to do your homework? What do you do in your free time?...

Write him a letter and answer his 3 questions.

Write 100 120 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.

Основное назначение ЕГЭ по иностранным языкам состоит в определении уровня подготовки выпускников средней общеобразовательной школы по иностранному языку с целью их итоговой аттестации и отбора при поступлении в высшие учебные заведения. Экзаменационная работа по английскому языку состоит из пяти разделов, включающих 48 заданий. Я остановлюсь на разделе 4 (письмо).

Раздел IV. Письмо

Раздел “Письмо” включает в себя два задания - базового и высокого уровня.

В задании базового уровня необходимо написать личное письмо зарубежному другу по переписке в ответ на его письмо, отрывок из которого приводится в задании. Требуемый объём личного письма - 100-140 слов. Данное задание оценивается с точки зрения содержания, организации текста, лексики и грамматики.

В задании высокого уровня требуется написать развёрнутое высказывание с элементами рассуждения по предложенной теме (“Ваше мнение” или “За и против”). Требуемый объём - 200-250 слов. Выполнение этого задания оценивается с точки зрения содержания, организации текста, лексики, грамматики, орфографии и пунктуации.

IV. 1. Личное письмо (Personal letter) - базовый уровень

Личные письма, как правило, отправляют хорошим знакомым, друзьям, родственникам и т. д. В них рассказывается о последних новостях, личных проблемах, запрашивается нужная информация или совет. Такого рода письма обычно пишутся с использованием разговорного (неофициального) стиля речи.

А. Структура личного письма

Личное письмо состоит из следующих частей:

1) Адрес и дата. По правилам адрес пишется в правом верхнем углу в следующем порядке: номер квартиры, номер дома, название улицы, название района / области, название города, почтовый индекс, название страны. Например: 7, 43, Moskovskaya Street, Moscow Region, Klin, 345678, Russia / Russian Federation. Дата пишется справа под адресом. Её можно писать по-британски (день / месяц / год) или по-американски (месяц / день / год).

Примечания

  • Необходимо указать свой адрес, а не адрес друга.
  • При проверке личного письма экспертом цифра считается одним словом.

Адрес можно указывать кратко - только город и страну (Moscow, Russia).

  1. Приветствие / обращение (Greeting):
  2. Dear / Hi / Hey Тот / Sarah / Uncle Ben и т. д.
  3. Вступление (Opening remarks),
  4. в котором спрашивается, как дела у адресата, или задаётся вопрос о его здоровье, а также делается ссылка на полученное письмо. Например: How are you? It was great to get your letter! I"m glad you"re OK и т. д.

    Примечание

    При проверке личного письма экспертом сокращения типа it"s / I"ve /you"re и др. считаются одним словом.

  5. Основная часть (Main body),
  6. в которой детально раскрывается цель письма и даются ответы адресату на заданные им в прошлом письме вопросы. Каждая новая тема в основной части начинается с нового абзаца. Абзацев должно быть не менее трёх. В последний абзац основной части также нужно включить три вопроса адресату согласно
    заданию.

Примечание

Вопросы другу по переписке должны быть развёрнутые. Желательно использовать вопросы разных типов.

  1. Заключение (Closing remarks),
  2. в котором пишутся завершающие фразы. Например: / am looking forward to hearing from you / Please, write soon and tell me / Write back soon и т. д.
  3. Личная подпись (Signature).
  4. Например: Love / Best wishes / Best

и т. д. + своё имя.

Примечание

Личная подпись и имя должны быть расположены в нижнем левом углу и написаны на разных строчках. Давайте рассмотрим пример личного письма.

Б. Список полезных слов и выражений

Приветствие / обращение (Greeting)

Dear... (Jack)

Hi / Hey / Hello... (Jack)

Вступление (Opening remarks)

  • How are you?
  • Thanks for your letter!
  • I hope you"re... (feeling better)

I am glad you"re OK / I was happy / glad to hear that... (you"re well) /

I was happy / glad to get / receive your letter

  • I was sorry to hear that... (you"re sick)
  • Sorry I didn"t write earlier / Sorry I"ve taken so long to reply, but...
  • I"m writing to see how... (you"re getting on)

Congratulations on... (passing your exams successfully)!
Подсказка! Для успешного написания вступления

в личном письме на экзамене достаточно запомнить две-три нейтральные фразы, которые подойдут к любому письму. Например: Sorry it took me so long to write, but I have been very busy at school. It was great to get your letter!

Основная часть (Main body)

1. Ответы на вопросы друга по переписке:

  • As for me... / I personally think...
  • You asked me about... / You wanted to know if...

2. Предложения-связки перед вопросами другу:

(Now) tell me about your... / Tell me more about...

  • You mentioned... (taking music lessons)
  • You wrote you had... (watched a new film)

Заключение (Closing remarks)

I am looking forward to hearing from you / Looking for ward to your reply (to your next letter)

Please, write soon and tell me / Write (back) soon
Подсказка! Для успешного написания заключения в личном письме на экзамене достаточно запомнить одну нейтральную фразу, которая подойдёт к любому заключению. Например: Write (back) soon.

Личная подпись (Signature)

  • Yours
  • Love / With love / Lots of love
  • Best / Best wishes / Warm wishes

Подсказка! Для успешного написания личной подписи на экзамене достаточно запомнить одну нейтральную фразу, которая подойдёт к любому письму. Например: Best (wishes).

Стратегии выполнения заданий раздела "Письмо

Нужно обязательно:

  1. поблагодарить за полученное письмо;
  2. прокомментировать новость, содержащуюся в письме;
  3. задать вопросы, касающиеся темы новости письма;
  4. ответить на все вопросы, заданные в полученном письме, дать совет, выразить своё мнение и т.д.

Важно! Требования к объему письма – 100-140 слов (считаются все слова, включая предлоги и артикли). Требования к объему нужно соблюсти обязательно. Допустимое отклонение от заданного объёма составляет 10%. Если в работе будет меньше 90 слов, то задание проверке не подлежит и оценивается в 0 баллов. Не стоит описывать лишние подробности, т.к. если вы напишете более 154 слов, то от начала отсчитают 140 слов и будут оценивать только эту часть письма.

Помните, что обязательные повторяемые элементы письма - адрес, обращение (Dear Alice), благодарность за полученное письмо (Thanks for your letter. It was great to hear from you), заключительные фразы (типа Write soon. Best wishes) и ваше имя в конце письма уже составляют около 20 слов. Заучите эти фразы и зрительно запомните схему расположения частей письма.

ОЧЕНЬ ВАЖНО! Поскольку в этой части ЕГЭ важно не только содержание, но и форма (layout), то обязательно зрительно запомнить расположение составных частей письма на странице – (см. пример выше)

Обратите внимание:

  1. Обращение начинается с Dear, к которому добавляется имя.
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6 Sadovaya St
Dmitrov (11)
May 2011 (12)

Dear (1) Alice, (2) (3)

Thanks for your letter. It was great to hear from you. (4) In your letter you asked me about my summer holidays. Well, I had a very good time! (5)

In June I stayed at home because I had exams at school. Luckily the weather was nice and warm and at the weekend my parents and I went to our country house. We went sunbathing and swimming in the lake near there.

In July I went to a summer camp. It was fantastic. I made a lot of new friends. Every day we went swimming in the river, and we played different games. There was a disco every night. Once we went hiking in the forest for two days. We cooked our meals on the fire and at night we sat around the fire, sang songs and told stories. (6)

Are you happy with your new house? Is it bigger than your old house? Have you got a room of your own? Please tell me more about it. (7)

Write soon.
Love, (8) (9)
Tanya
(10)