How to increase your vocabulary

Домашнє завдання для учнів, які відвідують курси по підготовці до ЗНО!(на 07.03)

Imagine you have got a letter from an English-speaking friend who asks you what young people in your country usually do in their spare time. Write a reply to him/her using the plan below: 

• greeting; what young people in Ukraine are usually interested in.

 • if their interests are different from the hobbies of the young people of the 20th century; if boys/girls have the same or different interests. 

• what clubs young people attend; what books they read; what music they listen to; what films they watch. 

• if young people care about the environment/politics/social problems; closing remarks; your signature.

 Write a letter of at least 100 words. Do not write any dates or addresses. 

Домашнє завдання для учнів, які відвідують курси по підготовці до ЗНО.

(на 28.02.17)

While staying in a big city you visited an exhibition of a famous artist. Describe your impressions in a letter to a friend (at least 100 words), using the plan below.

 • say when and where the exhibition took place; 

• tell some interesting facts from the biography of the artist;

 • describe your impressions of the exhibition; 

• sum up the pros and cons of the exhibition. 

Write a letter of at least 100 words. Do not write any dates and addresses. 

Домашнє завдання для учнів, які відвідують курси по підготовці до ЗНО.(на 14.02.17)

You see this advertisement in the internet and decide to apply for this opportunity.

TEEN VOLUNTEER ABROAD

International Volunteer Program for Teens Traveling Independently

Teen Volunteer Abroad is a program specially designed for teenage volunteers (ages 15-17) who wish to travel independently on a Cross-Cultural Solutions (CCS) volunteer program. In summer 2009, teen volunteers may choose from China, Costa Rica, Ghana, and Guatemala.

Teens will enjoy an action-packed 9-day or 2-week program, working side-by-side with local people at a CCS Partner Program in the community, enjoying Cultural & Learning Activities and other supervised trips to local markets and other sites of interest. 24-hour supervision is provided by English-speaking CCS in-country staff members trained to support teenagers living and volunteering in another culture.

WHO: Teens, ages 15-17

WHERE: China, Costa Rica, Ghana, Guatemala

PROGRAM LENGTH: 9 days or 2 weeks

Write a motivation letter to the CCS Application Review Committee stating:

— your personal motivation for participating in this program;

— your goals and expectations for the Teen Volunteer Abroad program experience;

— why you think you are well suited for this program (support your answer with examples);

— your previous volunteer and international travel experience

Example of Motivation letter for job application

Dear Mr. Andrew,

I would like to apply for the position of Marketing Executive with your company.

My motivation for applying this profile with ABC Corporation Pvt. Ltd. is because your organization is known for giving opportunities and freedom to the employees to perform. Every new entrant wants to start his career with a company like yours because of the training and expertise you help them attain in their career which is essential for bright future.

I have completed Masters in Business Administration with Major in Marketing from New York University which enrolls only 50 students out of thousands of applications. Having admitted and studied at such a reputed university gave me a chance to interact, learn and compete with the best minds. This also helped me stay abreast with latest events in the world.
During my course, I have participated in various competitions which have helped me hone my interpersonal communication skills. I have worked in teams and have been a responsive and vigilant coworker to my colleagues. I am good at giving presentations and persuading others by highlighting the best benefits in a creative manner which is easy to absorb.

I know ABC Corporation Pvt. Ltd. looks for fresh talent which is enthusiastic, innovative and committed to the job. I strongly believe that I possess these qualities and with my dedication I can be an asset to your company. I feel I have the ability to market anything with my innovation. Every job that I take up, I do it with complete conviction and I am very excited working with your world class company.

All my qualifications and achievements have been briefed in the resume which is attached with the letter. In case, you need more information about my education qualification or skills then please email me or call me.

Thanking you. I look forward to hear from you.

Yours sincerely,

                                         

                                            Example 2

Dear Ms Graham,

Enthusiasm, dedication and hard work, these are the three things that I will bring to your recently advertised Volunteer position. I am someone who is willing to sacrifice my time, energy and services without expecting anything in return.

I am very passionate about ………………… and it is for this reason alone that I want to become a volunteer for your organisation. Aside from this, I am also keen to meet new people, make a difference to the community I live in, and want to add something exciting to my CV.

Apart from my technical qualities I believe I have all of the characteristics and qualities that make a great volunteer. For instance, I have lots of energy, can do with little sleep, possess bags of drive and put a tremendous amount of effort into everything that I do. I am also an excellent communicator who can quickly build a rapport with people from all social backgrounds and cultures.

In the past I have worked with children, adults and the elderly through organisations, charities and community groups.

I would be very grateful if you were to look favourably upon my application and accept my application to become part of your reputable organisation. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further information, or you would like to invite me to an interview.

Thank you very much for accepting, reviewing and hopefully responding to my application.

Yours sincerely,

 Full name

Useful Phrases for Letter of Application

по-русски	по-английски
Я узнал из вашего объявления в…	I see from your advertisement in…
Я узнал от деловых партнеров…	I have learned from business associates…
Я хотел бы получить эту должность.	I'd like to apply for this post.
Пожалуйста, вышлите более подробную информацию об этой должности.  Вместе с формой заявления о приеме на работу.	Please send me further details of the post.  Together with the application.
Как вы увидите из прилагаемой автобиографии…	As you will see from the enclosed CV (curriculum vitae)…
У меня довольно большой опыт работы в этой сфере.	I have considerable experience in this type of work.
Кроме того, я принимал участие в некоторых конференциях по этой теме.	I have also attended several conferences on this subject.
Я считаю, что соответствую требованиям для этого поста.	I feel I can meet the requirements of this post.
В данное время я работаю в экспортной фирме.	I am currently working for an export firm.
Я ищу похожее место работы.	I am looking for a similar post.
Сейчас я хочу сменить работу.	Now I wish to change my job.
Я свободно владею французским и немецким.	I speak fluent French and German.
Я владею основами… языка.	I have basic knowledge of…
У меня специальность…	I have qualifications in…
У меня диплом по специальности…	I have a diploma in…
Я имею ученую степень…	I have a degree in…
Я печатаю со скоростью… знаков в минуту.	My typing speed is… per minute.
Я стенографирую со скоростью… в минуту.	My shorthand speed is… per minute.
У меня есть опыт работы с компьютером.	I can operate the computer.
Я работал с текстовым редактором.	I have used a word processor.
Я родился в…	I was born in…
Я ходил в школу…  …где я выдержал следующие экзамены…  …по следующим предметам…	I went to school in…  ...where I passed the following examinations…  ...in the following subjects…
Я учился в университете в…  …где в качестве специальности изучал…  ...И… в качестве второй специальности изучал…	I went to University in…  ...where I studied… as my major.  And… as my minor.
Я окончил университет по следующим предметам…	I graduated in the following subjects…
Я сдал государственные экзамены с отличием.	I passed the State exam with distinction.
Я не прошел по следующим предметам…	I failed in the following subjects…
Затем я проработал… лет в фирме…	Then I worked for… years for a firm…
Я провел… лет за границей.	I spent… years abroad.
В 2007 я стал начальником отдела.	I was promoted to department manager in 2007.
В 2008 меня уволили по сокращению штатов.	I was made redundant in 2008.
С этого времени я не работаю.	I have been unemployed since then.
В техникуме я изучал…	At professional school, I took courses in…
Я имею специальность секретаря со знанием иностранного языка.	I was trained as a bilingual secretary.
Я хочу работать в более крупной организации с международными связями.	I wish to work for a larger organization with international links.
Чтобы расширить возможности продвижения по службе…	To improve my career prospects…
По личным мотивам.	For personal reasons.
Я ищу работу с большой ответственностью.	I am looking for a position with more responsibility.
Я хотел бы работать за рубежом.	I wish to work abroad.
Я хочу продвинуться по службе.	I wish to improve my chances of promotion.
Мне нужно место с лучшей перспективой.	I’m looking for a post with better perspectives.
Я хочу использовать знание иностранных языков.	I wish to make use of my knowledge of languages.
Я претендую на место…	I have applied for the post of…
Если вы захотите пригласить меня на собеседование, я могу прийти в любое время.	Should you wish to invite me for an interview, I can come to be interviewed at any time.
Для встречи я располагаю только пятницей.	I can only come to interview on Fridays.
Разрешите перенести встречу на поздний срок.	Could I come to interview at a later date?
Я буду готов встретиться с 14 июня.	I shall be available from the 14th June onwards.
Надеюсь, что вы положительно решите вопрос о моём трудоустройстве.	I hope that you will consider my application favourably.
Я прилагаю отзыв моего бывшего нанимателя.	I enclose a reference from my previous employer.
Я прилагаю копии отзывов двух моих бывших нанимателей и копии моих дипломов.	I enclose copies of references from my last two employers, and copies of my diplomas.
Имена двух поручителей указаны ниже.	The names of two references are given below.
Я буду благодарен, если вы не будете обращаться к моему настоящему работодателю.  ...до нашей встречи.  ...без моего согласия.	I should be grateful if you would not approach my present employer.  ...prior to the interview  ...without my prior consent.
Я с удовольствием предоставлю вам любые другие сведения, которые могут вам понадобиться.	I would be pleased to provide you with any further information you may require.
Прилагаю конверт с обратным адресом.	I enclose a stamped addressed envelope.
Я прилагаю мой..., в котором вы найдете полную информацию о моей квалификации и опыте работы.	I enclose a CV, which gives full details of my qualification and work experience.
Мне 29 лет, не женат/ не замужем/ в хорошей форме и здоров(а).	I’m 29, unmarried, fit and healthy.
Я был бы вам благодарен, если вы согласитесь поручиться за меня.	I should be grateful if you would agree to act as a reference on my benefit.

Домашнє завдання для учнів, які відвідують курси по підготовці до ЗНО.(на 31.01)

Write a letter to a local TV company with your suggestions as to how to improve the quality and raise the standard of TV programmes, using the plan below (at least 100 words).

 • Explain why you have decided to write a letter to the local TV company

. • Point some positive working sides.

• Point some negative working sides.

 • Offer your suggestions for improving the quality and raising the standard of TV programmes.

До уваги учнів 11-х класів, які відвідують курси по підготовці до ЗНО!

Виконайте, будь-ласка, наступне домашнє завдання(на 11.01.17):

 1)Study the use of the synonyms. Choose the best variant of answer.

Word	Definition	Translation
consequently	as a result	отже, тому, в результаті
moreover	as a further matter; besides	до того ж, крім того
otherwise	in circumstances different from those pres­ent or considered; or else; in other respects; apart from that; in a different way	інакше, по-іншому, іншим способом
although	in spite of the fact that; even though	хоч; коли б навіть; незважаючи на те, що
though	despite the fact that; although; however	все-таки, проте, однак, втім; хоч, хоча, незважаючи на; навіть якщо б
furthermore	in addition; besides	до того ж; крім того
therefore	for that reason; consequently	тому, отже; до такої міри
thus	as a result or consequence of this; therefore; in this way	так, отже, таким чином; тому; так, наприклад

1. They’ve increased the number of staff and __________________ the service is better.

A moreover     В otherwise    C consequently

2. Mr Brown has earned the respect of farmers everywhere. _______, they know they can trust him.

A Although    В Moreover    C Furthermore

3. We must hurry; __________________ we’ll miss the train.

A although      В therefore     C otherwise

4. More and more people are opposed to the idea of increasing university fees. ________________ , there is now evidence that it discourages many students from coming to the UK.

A Moreover    В Although     C Consequently

5. The new boots are lighter and softer, and __________________ more comfortable to wear.

A moreover     В therefore     C furthermore

6. __________________ he’s got a good job now, he still complains.

A Although    В Thus                        C Moreover

7. __________________ we are only a small country, we have a long and glorious history.

A Consequently         В Otherwise   C Though

8. You’re in love with Robert. It does no good to pretend __________________.

A moreover                В thus             C otherwise

9. I no longer have the support of the committee. I have __________________ decided to resign.

A therefore     В furthermore             C otherwise

10. She used to call me ’Tiny’, __________________ I was at least as tall as she was.

A thus             В moreover     C although

11. It was also a highly desirable political end. ___________, it gave the English a door into France.

A Although    В Otherwise   C Furthermore            D Therefore

 12. Burke knocked out Byrne, __________________ becoming champion.

A thus             В furthermore             C otherwise    D although

SYNONYMS IN CONTEXT

TEST 1

2)Read and complete the text below. For each of the empty space (1-6) choose the correct answer (A, В or C).

The best value in Antigua is the incredible beaches. They claim there is one for each day of the year. No beach here is considered (1) __________________, so no one will charge you a penny to throw down a towel and enjoy the day. Coves in the coastline (2) __________________ calm waters for snorkeling and other water sports. If you (3) __________________ at a resort, chances are you’ll have convenient beach (4) __________________. Cruise ship visitors should (5) __________________ a cab driver and ask for a (6) __________________ to the beach. The beach at Long Bay, near the Long Bay Hotel, is a great choice for sunbathers and snorkelers.

	A	В	C
1	secret	private	reserved
2	devise	operate	create
3	stand	stay	go
4	access	passage	pass
5	let	take	hire
6	ride	go	step

TEST 2

3)Read and complete the text below. For each of the empty space (1-6) choose the correct answer (A, В or C).

Snorkeling in Antigua could easily (1) __________________ an entire day of your visit, and the costs are generally (2) __________________. Once you’ve reached the beach (taxi charges can be negotiated) many places will rent (3) __________________. It’s probably best to bring your own mask, snorkel and fins from home, where prices aren’t set with a desperate, last-minute tourist in mind. You’ll see a wide variety of fish (4) __________________ and impressive coral formations. Take care not to touch the coral, which causes (5) __________________ to the reefs and makes the site less attractive to the budget traveler arriving after your (6) __________________.

	A	В	C
1	fill up	write down	enlist
2	dear	inexpensive	high
3	tools	equipment	facilities
4	numbers	divisions	species
5	ruin	damage	wound
6	arrival	destination	departure

4)Напишіть формальний лист, ознайомившись зі зразком.
A letter of complaint

Dear Ms Smith,

I am writing to complain about a Big Fizz Soft Drink Fountain I purchased for $79.95 from your Market City store on 26 November.

When I returned home and unpacked the Big Fizz Soft Drink Fountain I found that the main storage tank leaked and the appliance did not work properly.

I believe that it is within my rights to request a refund for a faulty product and I would like to return the appliance to your Market City store for a full refund of the purchase price. Please contact me within the next two weeks to arrange a convenient time for me to return the appliance and collect my refund.

I am enclosing a copy of my receipt for your information. I can be contacted on the phone (01) 9876 5432. I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,

Bill Citizen

 

Formal & informal letters

Some days ago you ordered a yellow woolen sweater, large size, and light blue jeans, medium size, in an Internet shop; however, when you got your order , you found out that there was a red woolen sweater, medium size, and light blue jeans, large size. Write a letter of complaint to the manager of the shop: 

• say why you are writing; 

• complain about the order;

 • mention that you are extremely disappointed as you wanted to take those things on holiday with you; • ask for replacement of the items or a full refund. 

Write a letter of at least 100 words. Do not write any dates and addresses.