темы для экзамена / Устный экзамен HW Upper- Intermediate

Questions

Student’s book

1.

Why do people go to live abroad? Make a list of advantages and disadvantages of moving abroad. What can people lose and acquire when they emigrate?

What are the stories of Ian Walker-Smith and Thomas Creed?

A home from home. p. 10-12

2.

Tourism, its impact on the environment. What are harmful aspects of modern tourism?

Name some advantages and drawbacks of modern ways of travelling. Which countries would you like to visit? Why?

Paradise lost. p. 20-21

Tashi Wheeler – girl on the move. T. 2.8-2.10

3.

What are conspiracy theories? How are they usually circulated nowadays? What are the conspiracy theories connected with the death of Princess Diana?

What are the conspiracy theories connected with the death of John F. Kennedy Jr.?

What are the conspiracy theories connected with the Apollo Moon landing?

Think of a major recent event and the conspiracy theories connected with it.

Diana and Elvis shot JFK! p. 38-41

4.

Why do people lie? Give some examples. What are the good reasons to lie? What is a “white lie”? List some occasions when it is definitely not good to lie.

My most memorable lie! T. 4.6

5.

What are the aspirations of young adults for the future? What are some of the frustrations?

Nobody listens to us. p. 48-50

6.

Starbucks and Apple Macintosh. What do you know about these brands? What is their reputation? Who are their rivals?

Two famous brands. p. 58-59

7.

Married life. Family life. What’s your idea of them?

What’s your idea of a happy family? (happy marriage?) What do you think are good and bad reasons to get married? Do you think arranged marriages are a good or bad thing? What other ways do people meet marriage partners?

Getting married. T. 7.7

8.

What facts about Chukotka did you find surprising? How has the lifestyle of the inhabitants changed since Roman Abramovich became governor?

Chukotka, the coldest place on earth. p. 74-75

9.

What do you know about Friends? Why do you think it was so successful?

Friends past. p. 82-83

10.

Describe the relationship between new and native Americans.

What are the arguments for and against developing remote parts of the world such as rainforests, deserts and Antarctica?

How the West has won. p. 90-91

11.

Which stage of life do you think is best? Which worst? Why? Is Mary Hobson typical for her age?

Happy days. T. 12.6

You’re never too old. p. 106-107