Английский язык. ВПР. 7 класс

Вариант 33

Задание 1. Аудирование

Вы услышите интервью. Для каждого предложения А–Е выберите один правильный вариант ответа из трёх предложенных (1, 2 или 3).

A. The speaker says that screen-related headaches are caused by ______.

1. the brightness of the screen 2. a combination of eye strain and posture 3. the content on the screen

B. The speaker recommends that students ______.

1. should avoid computers completely 2. ought to take regular breaks 3. must wear special glasses

C. The speaker believes that parents ______.

1. should not force children to study on computers 2. can help by encouraging breaks 3. have no role in the problem

D. According to the speaker, the best way to reduce headaches is ______.

1. taking painkillers 2. reducing screen time and improving posture 3. drinking more water

E. The speaker advises teenagers to ______.

1. both take breaks and adjust their screen settings 2. either stop using screens or accept the pain 3. neither complain nor do anything

Задание 2. Чтение

Прочитайте текст. Для каждого предложения А–Е выберите один правильный вариант ответа из четырёх предложенных (1, 2, 3 или 4).

Audio medicine: does your favourite music help to cure headaches faster, or does it only mask the problem?

Many people listen to music when they have a headache. They believe that their favourite songs can help them feel better. But is this actually true? Does music have real healing power, or does it simply distract us from the pain?

Music has been used as a form of therapy for centuries. In ancient Greece, doctors used music to treat mental and physical illnesses. Today, music therapy is a recognised medical field. Therapists use music to help patients manage pain, reduce stress and improve mood. The positive effects of music are well documented.

When you listen to music you enjoy, your brain releases dopamine. This is a chemical that makes you feel happy. Dopamine also reduces the perception of pain. This means that music can actually make a headache feel less intense. This is not just a placebo effect. It is a real biological response. However, the type of music matters. Fast, loud music can increase stress and make headaches worse. Slow, calming music is more effective. Classical music, ambient sounds and nature sounds are often recommended. Both the tempo and the volume are important. Either calming music or ambient sounds can help. Loud, aggressive music should be avoided.

Music also affects your breathing and heart rate. Slow music can lower your heart rate and promote relaxation. This helps to reduce tension headaches. Tension headaches are often caused by stress and muscle tightness. By reducing tension, music can help to prevent headaches before they start. But music has limitations. It cannot cure a serious headache or migraine. It can reduce pain, but it does not address the underlying cause. If you have frequent headaches, you should see a doctor. You ought not to rely only on music. You should also consider other factors like hydration, sleep and screen time.

In conclusion, music is a useful tool for managing headaches. It can both reduce pain and improve your mood. But it works best when combined with other healthy habits. Neither music alone nor ignoring the problem is the right approach. A combination of strategies is the most effective.

A. When you listen to music you enjoy, your brain releases dopamine, which ________.

1. causes headaches 2. reduces the perception of pain 3. increases stress 4. makes you tired

B. According to the text, fast and loud music can ________.

1. make headaches worse 2. cure headaches faster 3. help you relax 4. improve concentration

C. Slow music can reduce tension headaches because it ________.

1. makes you forget the pain 2. lowers your heart rate and promotes relaxation 3. makes you fall asleep 4. distracts you from work

D. The author says that music therapy works best when combined with ________.

1. other healthy habits 2. louder music 3. longer listening sessions 4. only classical music

E. The author concludes that neither music alone nor ignoring the problem is the right approach; a combination of strategies is ________.

1. unnecessary 2. the most effective 3. only for adults 4. too difficult

Задание 3. Грамматика

Прочитайте текст и вставьте вместо каждого пропуска, обозначенного буквами А–Е, нужную грамматическую форму, выбрав её из четырёх предложенных вариантов (1, 2, 3 или 4).

Water balance: is a glass of water really the best medicine for fatigue, or is it just a myth of fitness bloggers?

I used to feel tired all the time. No matter how much I slept, I was always exhausted. I thought I A____ be ill. My friend suggested that I B____ drink more water. She said that dehydration C____ cause fatigue. I was surprised. I had never heard this before. I decided to try it. I set a goal: I would drink eight glasses of water every day. It was not easy. I often forgot. But after a week, I noticed a difference. I had more energy. My headaches disappeared. D____ my mood and my concentration improved. I started to research the topic. I read that water is essential for every cell in your body. E____ your brain nor your muscles can function properly without water. When you are dehydrated, your body has to work harder. This makes you feel tired.

A. 1) might 2) may 3) can 4) must

B. 1) could 2) should 3) might 4) had to

C. 1) had 2) have 3) could 4) may

D. 1) and 2) both 3) neither 4) either...or

E. 1) either 2) neither 3) both 4) nor

Задание 4. Письмо

Вы получили электронное сообщение от своего друга по переписке Питера из Великобритании. Напишите ему ответное письмо объёмом 80–90 слов, ответьте на три его вопроса. Оформите свой ответ в соответствии с правилами оформления письма. Не пишите адрес и дату. Не забудьте поблагодарить друга за полученное письмо.

From: Peter@mail.uk

To: Russian_friend@mail.ru

Subject: Headaches and screens

...I've been getting headaches after studying on my computer. My parents say I should spend less time on screens, but I have to do my homework.

What do you do to avoid headaches? Do you think screens really cause problems? What advice would you give me?

Write back soon.

Best wishes,

Peter

Вариант 34

Задание 1. Аудирование

Вы услышите интервью. Для каждого предложения А–Е выберите один правильный вариант ответа из трёх предложенных (1, 2 или 3).

A. According to the speaker, smartphone temperature apps ______.

1. are completely accurate 2. have limited reliability 3. are better than thermometers

B. The speaker says that these apps work by ______.

1. measuring heat from the screen 2. using the phone's sensors 3. asking the user to describe symptoms

C. The speaker recommends using apps for ______.

1. a general health check 2. accurate medical diagnosis 3. replacing doctors

D. The speaker believes that apps ______.

1. should not be used at all 2. can be useful as a preliminary tool 3. are dangerous

E. According to the speaker, if you have a fever you ______.

1. should trust the app completely 2. ought to use a real thermometer and see a doctor 3. can ignore it

Задание 2. Чтение

Прочитайте текст. Для каждого предложения А–Е выберите один правильный вариант ответа из четырёх предложенных (1, 2, 3 или 4).

QR code health: should you store your entire medical history in the cloud?

Imagine visiting a doctor and not having to fill out endless forms. Instead, you simply show a QR code on your phone. The doctor scans it and instantly sees your entire medical history. This is already possible with modern technology. But is it a good idea? Should we trust our most sensitive health information to the cloud?

There are both advantages and disadvantages. On the positive side, having your medical history on your phone is convenient. You don't have to remember every detail. You don't have to carry paper documents. You can access your records at any time. If you are travelling, you can show your health information to any doctor. This is especially useful in emergencies. QR code health systems can save lives.

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