8. How often do you play computer games?

I usually play computer games once or twice a week ……………………………………………..

9. What is your attitude towards computer addiction?

. I can't say that I'm a computer addict though I like to play computer games and to watch films on computer. I understand the consequences of computer addiction, that's why I try to control my computer use. I think it would be better to encourage parents to limit the amount of time their children spend in front of the computer. Besides, pupils must be taught not to totally on computers. They still need to jog their brains.

In conclusion, I'd like to say that computers have introduced wonderful possibilities for people, but of course, we shouldn't totally rely on them.

10. How can we help computer addicts?

I think it would be better to encourage parents to limit the amount of time their children spend in front of the computer. Besides, pupils must be taught not to totally on computers. They still need to jog their brains

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Schools in Russia

1. What age do children start school in Russia?

Primary education starts at the age of six or seven and continues for four years

2. What types of school are there in Russia?

Most of the schools in Russia are comprehensive, which take pupils of all abilities without entrance exams. But there are also some specialized schools, lyceums and gymnasiums, which give profound knowledge in various academic subjects.

3. What type of school do you study at?

I study at a Moscow Suvorov military school. It’s a boarding school.

4. Can you describe your school?

It is a …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

5. What school subjects do you like most of all? Why?

Most of all I like ……………..………………………………………………………………………………………………..

6. What school subject is the most difficult for you?

The most difficult subjects for me are …………………………………………………………………………………..

7. What extracurricular activities are there in your school? What are the most enjoyable activities?

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

8. What options do pupils in Russia have after finishing the 9th form?

After finishing the ninth form students must take four examinations. But to enter a university or a college they have to study for two more years and take five examinations on finishing the eleventh form.

9. What will you do after the 10th form?

I will ………………………………………………………………………………………………

10. What factors are important when you choose a school?

When I choose a school I should take into account different factors: …………………………………………………………

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