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Level A1-A2

J.K. Rowling is my favorite writer because she created the magical world of Harry Potter. Her books have inspired millions of readers around the world. Rowling’s writing style is simple yet captivating, making it easy for people of all ages to enjoy her stories.

She is very talented in creating memorable characters like Harry, Hermione, and Ron who feel like real friends. The Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where much of the story takes place, is filled with exciting details that spark the imagination.

What I admire most about J.K. Rowling is her journey as a writer. She faced many challenges before becoming successful, but she never gave up on her dreams. Her story encourages people to believe in themselves and chase their dreams no matter how difficult it might seem. Rowling’s creativity and perseverance make her an inspiring writer and a great role model.

• inspire – вдохновлять – Good teachers can inspire students to love learning.

• captivating – захватывающий – It was a captivating story that kept everyone interested.

• memorable – запоминающийся – Our school trip to London was a memorable experience.

• take place – происходить, иметь место – The concert will take place next Saturday.

• spark the imagination – зажечь воображение – Fairy tales spark the imagination of children.

• admire – восхищаться – I admire people who never give up on their dreams.

• face – сталкиваться с – She had to face many challenges before she succeeded.

• give up on – отказаться от, перестать верить в – He never gave up on his dream of becoming a doctor.

• encourage – поощрять, поддерживать – Parents should encourage children to be creative.

• chase one’s dream – преследовать свою мечту – She moved to another country to chase her dream.

• creativity – креативность, творческий подход – Art classes help develop children’s creativity.

• perseverance – настойчивость, упорство – With hard work and perseverance, you can achieve anything.

• role model – образец для подражания – My elder brother is my role model because he is hardworking and kind.

Level A2-B1

Fyodor Dostoevsky is my favorite writer because his novels explore deep and meaningful themes. He is well-known for writing about the complexities of human nature and the struggles of life. Dostoevsky’s stories often explore topics like morality, faith, and the human psyche.

One of his most famous novels, «Crime and Punishment,» tells the story of a young man named Raskolnikov who is conflicted about committing a crime. The book delves into his thoughts and emotions, making readers reflect on the nature of good and evil. This novel, like many of Dostoevsky’s works, showcases his ability to create multi-dimensional characters who feel real and relatable.

Dostoevsky’s writing is both thought-provoking and challenging. He encourages readers to think deeply about life and the choices people make. His characters often face difficult situations, and he skillfully portrays their inner struggles and conflicts.

What makes Dostoevsky special to me is his profound understanding of the human condition. He writes with empathy and insight, inviting readers to explore the complexities of life. His novels, filled with intense emotions and philosophical questions, continue to captivate and inspire readers around the world. This depth and richness are why Dostoevsky remains my favorite writer.

• deep and meaningful themes – глубокие и значимые темы – The novel explores deep and meaningful themes of justice and morality.

• well-known for – хорошо известен чем-то – Dostoevsky is well-known for his psychological novels.

• complexity – сложность – The complexity of the characters makes the book unique.

• human nature – человеческая природа – Great writers often study human nature in their works.

• struggles of life – жизненные трудности – The story shows the struggles of life in the 19th century.

• Crime and Punishment – «Преступление и наказание» – «Crime and Punishment» is one of the most famous Russian novels.

• commit a crime – совершить преступление – The main character decides to commit a crime.

• delve into – углубляться в – The book delves into the psychology of guilt and redemption.

• thought – мысль – The author’s main thought is about responsibility for one’s actions.

• reflect on – размышлять о – The novel makes readers reflect on morality and justice.

• nature of good and evil – природа добра и зла – The writer examines the nature of good and evil in society.

• showcase – демонстрировать – The author showcases the conflict between morality and ambition.

• multi-dimensional – многогранный – The characters are multi-dimensional and feel real.

• relatable – близкий, понятный читателю – Even today, the hero’s inner struggle is relatable.

• thought-provoking – наводящий на размышления – It is a thought-provoking novel that challenges the reader.

• skillfully – умело – The writer skillfully portrays the complexity of human emotions.

• portray – изображать – The author portrays the poverty and despair of the time.

• inner struggle – внутренняя борьба – The main character suffers from an inner struggle between guilt and pride.

• profound – глубокий – The book gives a profound insight into human psychology.

• empathy – сочувствие – Readers feel empathy for the character despite his crime.

• insight – понимание, прозрение – The novel provides deep insight into human nature.

Sample #1

Task 3. You are going to give a talk about reading books. You will have to start in 1.5 minutes and speak for not more than 2 minutes (10—12 sentences).

Remember to say:

• whether teenagers still read a lot / why or why not?;

• which kinds of books are your favourite to read;

• why many people choose e-books instead of printed books;

• what your attitude to reading is.

You have to talk continuously.

Today I’m going to give a talk about reading books.

I think, reading is not as popular with teenagers today as it used to be, because many young people prefer using smartphones, watching videos, or playing computer games. They often feel that reading takes too much time and requires more concentration. Moreover, social media and short online texts have replaced books for many teenagers. However, some young people still enjoy reading, especially when they find stories that reflect their interests or emotions.

To tell you the truth, I really enjoy reading adventure and fantasy books, because they take me to imaginary worlds and help me forget about everyday problems. For example, I like stories with brave heroes, unexpected twists, and exciting journeys. Moreover, such books develop my imagination and make me think creatively. That’s why I often choose fantasy or adventure novels when I have free time.

In my opinion, many people prefer e-books because they are easy to carry and store. You can keep hundreds of books on one device, which saves a lot of space. E-books are also convenient because you can buy and download them anytime without going to a shop. Besides, digital books often have useful features like adjustable font size, search tools, and built-in dictionaries.

Well, my attitude to reading is very positive. Reading helps people learn new things and improve their language skills. It can make you feel happier and less stressed by taking you into exciting stories. When people read, they can understand different cultures and ideas better. Plus, reading often can improve focus and memory over time.

That’s all I wanted to tell you about reading books. Thank you for listening.

Sample #2

Task 3. You are going to give a talk about reading books. You will have to start in 1.5 minutes and speak for not more than 2 minutes (10—12 sentences).

Remember to say:

• who your favorite writer is;

• what you like reading about;

• what you usually do in literature lessons;

• how old you were when you learned how to read.

You have to talk continuously.

Today I’m going to give a talk about reading books.

Honestly speaking, my favourite author is Alexander Pushkin. I admire his beautiful language and the way he combines romance, humour, and wisdom in his works. Pushkin is truly a classic of Russian literature.

Well, I like reading about different countries and cultures. Such books help me learn more about the world and understand people better. I also enjoy reading stories about friendship and real life.

In literature lessons, we usually read and discuss different books and poems. Our teacher explains the main ideas and helps us understand the characters. Sometimes we write essays or do creative projects about what we’ve read. Besides, we talk a lot about the heroes of the stories and their problems. We share our opinions and compare books with modern life. Sometimes we watch films based on famous novels, which makes lessons more interesting.

As far as I remember, I learned to read at the age of six, just before starting school. My teacher made the process interesting by using games and stories. At first, I read slowly, but I improved quickly with practice. Learning to read opened a new world for me.

That’s all I wanted to tell you about reading books. Thank you for listening.

Vocabulary Bank

• novel – роман – «War and Peace» is a very long novel.

• short story – рассказ – I like reading short stories before bed.

• poetry – поэзия – She enjoys modern poetry.

• fantasy – фэнтези – Harry Potter is a famous fantasy series.

• science fiction (sci-fi) – научная фантастика – Science fiction often explores life in space.

• detective story / crime fiction – детектив – He loves detective stories about brilliant detectives.

• mystery – мистический роман / загадка – This mystery novel kept me reading all night.

• thriller – триллер – Thrillers are exciting and full of suspense.

• romance – любовный роман – She prefers romance novels with happy endings.

• adventure story – приключенческая история – Children like adventure stories about pirates and treasure.

• historical novel – исторический роман – Historical novels give insight into past centuries.

• biography – биография – I am reading a biography of Steve Jobs.

• autobiography – автобиография – The writer’s autobiography was very inspiring.

• non-fiction – научно-популярная литература – Non-fiction books teach us facts about the world.

• fairy tale – сказка – Children love fairy tales before going to sleep.

• to read aloud – читать вслух – The teacher asked us to read aloud.

• to skim – бегло просматривать – I skimmed the article to get the main idea.

• to immerse oneself in a book – погружаться в книгу – I like to immerse myself in novels on weekends.

• chapter – глава – I finished the first chapter last night.

• page-turner – книга, которую невозможно отложить – That thriller was a real page-turner.

• hard to put down – трудно отложить – The mystery novel was hard to put down.

• borrow a book – взять книгу (в библиотеке) – I borrowed a book from the school library.

• e-book – электронная книга – I often read e-books on my phone.

• audiobook – аудиокнига – Audiobooks are great when you travel.

• library – библиотека – The library is full of useful resources.

• bookshop / bookstore – книжный магазин – I bought a new novel at the bookstore.

• bookshelf – книжная полка – Her bookshelf is full of classics.

• collection – коллекция – He has a collection of old poetry books.

• author – автор – Tolstoy is a famous Russian author.

• reader – читатель – Every reader finds something personal in a book.

• escape from reality – уйти от реальности – Reading helps me escape from reality for a while.

• relax the mind – расслабить ум – Books relax the mind after a busy day.

• spark the imagination – зажечь воображение – Fairy tales spark the imagination of children.

• create emotions – вызывать эмоции – Books create emotions that stay with us for years.

• memorable – запоминающийся – The ending of the novel was very memorable.

• captivating – захватывающий – It was a captivating adventure story.

• engaging – увлекательный – The detective story was very engaging.

• thought-provoking – наводящий на размышления – The novel was thought-provoking and philosophical.

• cherished hobby – любимое занятие – Reading is my cherished hobby.

• popular pastime – популярное времяпрепровождение – Reading remains a popular pastime all over the world.

• enjoy – наслаждаться – I enjoy reading in the evenings.

• admire – восхищаться – I admire authors who write about deep themes.

• be inspired by – быть вдохновленным – I was inspired by the biography I read.

• adventure in one’s mind – приключение в воображении – Every book is an adventure in one’s mind.

• hold a special place in one’s heart – занимать особое место в сердце – This novel holds a special place in my heart.

• gain knowledge – получать знания – Books help us gain knowledge about the world.

• educational – образовательный – Reading is both relaxing and educational.

• improve language skills – улучшать языковые навыки – Reading in English improves language skills.

• grow one’s vocabulary – расширять словарный запас – Every new book helps me grow my vocabulary.

• comprehension – понимание – Reading improves text comprehension.

• express thoughts clearly – ясно выражать мысли – Books teach us to express thoughts clearly.

• enhance imagination – развивать воображение – Reading enhances imagination and creativity.

• broaden horizons – расширять кругозор – Books broaden horizons and open new perspectives.

• insight into human nature – понимание человеческой природы – Classics give us insight into human nature.

• reflect on life – размышлять о жизни – Literature makes us reflect on life’s meaning.

• inner world – внутренний мир – Books enrich our inner world.

• reduce stress – снижать стресс – Reading in the evening helps reduce stress.

• improve focus – улучшать концентрацию – Regular reading improves focus and attention.

• valuable skill – ценный навык – Reading develops a valuable skill for study and work.

• lifelong learning – обучение всю жизнь – Reading supports lifelong learning.

• remain important – оставаться важным – Books will remain important in the future.