انگلیسی درس ۱۰
Your country and celebrations
کشور و محل زندگی شما، یک اتفاق مهم در زندگی‌تان، و جشن‌ها.
چطور تمرین کنیم
- یک جواب را دو بار گوش بدهید. هم‌زمان متن را بخوانید.
- همراه صدا بگویید. سرعت را روی 0.75× بگذارید. دوباره پخش کنید و هم‌زمان با صدا حرف بزنید.
- حالت تمرین را روشن کنید. جواب‌ها پنهان می‌شوند. هر سؤال را بخوانید و بلند جواب بدهید.
- جواب را مال خودتان کنید. همان عبارت‌ها را به کار ببرید، اما درباره‌ی شهر، کار و زندگی خودتان حرف بزنید.
- با یک هم‌تمرینی تمرین کنید. یک نفر سؤال‌ها را می‌خواند. نفر دیگر بدون نگاه کردن جواب می‌دهد.
Part 1 · Interview
You and your country
Short answers. About 20 to 30 seconds each. Answer, give a reason, add one detail.
What do you do?
I work as a software developer in a small company. I've been there for about two years. My job is to build and fix websites and apps. It can be stressful sometimes, but I really enjoy solving problems.
- I work as a…say your job
- I've been there for…say how long you have worked somewhere
- My job is to…explain what you do
- It can be stressful sometimes, but…give a balanced answer
Where do you come from?
I come from Tehran, the capital of Iran. I was born there, and I've lived there all my life. It's a huge and busy city, with mountains to the north. I'd say it's a city of opportunities, but the traffic is terrible.
- I come from…say your city or country
- I've lived there all my lifemeans since I was born
- I'd say…a soft way to give your opinion
What do you like about your country?
I like the people the most. They're very warm and hospitable. If you're a guest in someone's home, they'll give you the best food they have. I also love the variety of nature. In one country, we have deserts, forests, mountains and the sea.
- I like … the mostsay your favourite thing
- hospitablefriendly and generous to guests
- the variety of…many different kinds of
What is the street where you live like?
It's a quiet street, with tall trees on both sides. There are mostly apartment buildings, and a few small shops, like a bakery and a supermarket. It's a nice place to live, but it's hard to find a parking space in the evening.
- It's a quiet streeta simple description
- on both sideson the left and on the right
- It's a nice place to live, but…a balanced opinion
- find a parking spacefind a place to leave your car
Part 2 · Cue card
An important event in your life
You get 1 minute to prepare and then speak for 1 to 2 minutes. Follow the four points on the card in order.
Candidate task card
Describe an important event in your life.
You should say:
- what it was
- how old you were then
- what happened
- and explain why this is an important event in your life
Start
I'd like to talk about the day I got my first job. It was a real turning point in my life.
What it was
It was a job as a junior developer in a software company. I had applied to many companies, and this one finally said yes.
How old you were
I was twenty-two at the time. I had just finished university, and I was quite worried about my future.
What happened
I had three interviews, and the last one was really hard. They asked me to solve a problem on a computer while they watched. A week later, my phone rang, and the manager told me I had the job. I was so happy that I ran to tell my mother in the kitchen.
Why it is important
It's important because it was the start of my career. For the first time, I earned my own money and became more independent. I also learned a lot from my colleagues there. Many of the skills I use today, I learned in that first job.
- a real turning pointa moment when your life changes direction
- I had applied to…apply = ask formally for a job
- at the timemeans then, in that moment in the past
- I was so happy that…so + adjective + that = shows the result
- the start of my careercareer = the jobs you do in your life
- more independentable to live without help
Part 3 · Discussion
Celebrations
Longer answers. About 30 to 45 seconds. Give your opinion, explain why, and give an example.
Is it important to celebrate different events in our lives? Why?
Yes, I think it is. Celebrations help us stop and notice good moments, like a birthday or a new job. Life is busy, and we often forget to be thankful. A celebration also brings family and friends together, and that makes the memory stronger.
- Yes, I think it is.a short answer first
- notice good momentssee and enjoy them
- we often forget to…talk about a common habit
- that makes the memory strongerexplain a result
Do most people in your country celebrate family occasions at home or in a restaurant?
Most people celebrate at home. For birthdays and small parties, it's cheaper and more relaxed, and the food is home-made. But for big events, like weddings, people usually rent a hall or a garden, because they invite hundreds of guests.
- family occasionsspecial family days, like birthdays
- more relaxedless formal, more comfortable
- home-mademade at home, not bought
- rent a hallpay to use a big room for a short time
Some people say we should give the money for celebrations to poor people. What do you think?
I understand this idea, and I think spending a huge amount on a wedding is a waste. But I don't think we should stop celebrating. A simple party can be cheap and still make people happy. The best option is to do both: have a smaller celebration and give some money to charity.
- I understand this idea, and…accept part of the other opinion first
- is a wastemeans a bad use of money or time
- The best option is to…give your solution
- charityan organisation that helps people in need
How can celebrations bring people together?
At a celebration, people stop working and spend time with each other. Relatives who live far away come and visit. Neighbours meet, and even people who had an argument often make up. For example, at Nowruz, families visit each other's homes, and old problems are often forgotten.
- spend time with each otherbe together
- had an argumenthad a fight with words
- make upbecome friends again after a fight
- For example, at…give a real example
What are some important historical events in your country?
One of the most important events was the Constitutional Revolution, more than a hundred years ago. It gave the country its first parliament. Another important event was the discovery of oil, which changed the economy completely. Children learn about both of these events at school.
- One of the most important events was…start with the main example
- Another important event was…add a second example
- changed the economy completelydescribe a big result
Is it right for governments to spend money on national celebrations?
I think a small amount is fine. National celebrations make people feel proud and united, and they're good for tourism. But if people are struggling to pay for food and rent, the government shouldn't spend millions on fireworks and big shows. It's a question of balance.
- a small amount is fineaccept part of the idea
- unitedtogether, as one group
- struggling to pay for…having difficulty paying
- It's a question of balancemeans we need the right amount
صدا: صداهای هوش مصنوعی مایکروسافت. سؤال‌های ممتحن را یک صدای بریتانیایی می‌خواند و جواب‌های نمونه را یک صدای آمریکایی.