2. Discussion

1. What industries of Irkutsk region have the best prospects?

1. Discuss prospects for tourism development in Irkutsk and in the re­gion (places of interest, entertainment, new projects, nature...).

3. Speaking

1. You are going to take part in the Baikal Economic Forum. Work in small groups (2-3 students) and choose any of the regional indus­tries (coal mining, timber, oil, chemicals, power, aluminum) to find detailed information about it. Prepare a short report to present it at the conference. Make up a list of questions that you might ask spe­cialists of the other industries.

2. Now you are at the conference. Present your report to the other par­ticipants and be ready to answer their questions.

4. Writing

1. Write a letter to your pen-friend form the USA about your native city.

2. Write an article to a local newspaper concerning prospects of your region for industrial development.

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