Английский язык для подростков: чтение и лексика. Развиваем навыки чтения и расширяем словарный запас

Word Power

get up – вставать с кровати

I usually get up at 7 a.m. → Я обычно встаю в 7 утра.

On weekends, I like to get up later. → По выходным я люблю вставать позже.

have breakfast – завтракать

I always have breakfast before school. → Я всегда завтракаю перед школой.

Sometimes I have breakfast with my family. → Иногда я завтракаю с семьёй.

do homework – делать домашнее задание

After school, I do my homework. → После школы я делаю домашнее задание.

It is important to do homework every day. → Важно делать домашнее задание каждый день.

go to bed – ложиться спать

I usually go to bed at 10 p.m. → Я обычно ложусь спать в 10 вечера.

On holidays, I sometimes go to bed later. → В праздники я иногда ложусь спать позже.

Reading Text

Every day, my routine is quite simple. I usually get up at 7 a.m. My first activity is to wash my face and brush my teeth. Then I have breakfast, usually cereal and juice. After breakfast, I put on my school uniform and go to school.

At school, I study different subjects like English, Maths, and Science. I try to pay attention in every class. After school, I come back home and relax for a while. Then I do my homework, sometimes with the help of my parents.

In the evening, I often spend time with my family or watch TV. Dinner is always at 7 p.m., and we talk about our day. After dinner, I may read a book or listen to music. Finally, I go to bed at 10 p.m.

My routine is simple, but it helps me stay organized. I like my daily schedule because I always know what I need to do. Sometimes I change small things, but the main activities – getting up, having breakfast, doing homework, and going to bed – are always the same.

Check Your Understanding

What time does the student usually get up?

Name two activities the student does after school.

Why does the student like their daily routine?

How does the student spend the evening?

Do you think having a routine is important? Why or why not?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

What does «do homework» mean?

A) Играть с друзьями

B) Делать домашнее задание

C) Завтракать

D) Ложиться спать

Answer: _______

«Get up» means:

A) Вставать с кровати

B) Смотреть телевизор

C) Делать уроки

D) Есть завтрак

Answer: _______

«Go to bed» is:

A) Вставать

B) Ложиться спать

C) Есть завтрак

D) Играть на улице

Answer: _______

«Have breakfast» is:

A) Делать уроки

B) Завтракать

C) Смотреть телевизор

D) Ложиться спать

Answer: _______

Exercise 2 – Matching

Write the correct Russian meaning next to the English word:

get up → _______

do homework → _______

go to bed → _______

have breakfast → _______

Full Answer Key

Check Your Understanding

7 a.m.

Relax; do homework

Because it helps stay organized

Spend time with family or watch TV, dinner at 7 p.m., read or listen to music

Example answer: Yes, because it helps me manage time and do everything I need

Vocabulary Exercises

Exercise 1: 1-B, 2-A, 3-B, 4-B

Exercise 2:

get up → вставать

do homework → делать уроки

go to bed → ложиться спать

have breakfast → завтракать

Word Power

introduce yourself – представляться

At the beginning of class, I introduce myself to my new teacher. → В начале урока я представляюсь новому учителю.

It’s polite to introduce yourself to new people. → Вежливо представляться новым людям.

favorite – любимый

My favorite subject is English. → Мой любимый предмет – английский.

What is your favorite hobby? → Какое у тебя любимое хобби?

hobby – хобби

Reading is my main hobby. → Чтение – моё главное хобби.

Everyone should have a hobby to relax. → У каждого должно быть хобби для отдыха.

describe – описывать

Can you describe your best friend? → Можешь описать своего лучшего друга?

I like to describe my daily activities in my diary. → Мне нравится описывать свои повседневные дела в дневнике.

Reading Text

Hello! My name is Anna. Let me introduce myself. I am thirteen years old and I live in a small town. I have one brother and one sister. My parents are very kind and supportive.

My favorite subject at school is English because I love reading and writing. I also enjoy Maths, but it is sometimes difficult. My hobby is painting. I like to draw and color in my free time. Sometimes I paint pictures for my family.

I like to describe my day in a diary. Writing helps me remember interesting events and feelings. On weekends, I usually spend time with my friends. We go to the park, watch movies, or just talk. I think it is important to have hobbies and activities that make you happy.

That is a little about me. Everyone is different, and it is nice to share information about yourself. Learning about other people is also very interesting!

Check Your Understanding

What is Anna’s favorite subject?

How many siblings does Anna have?

What is Anna’s hobby?

Why does Anna like to describe her day in a diary?

Do you like writing about yourself? Why or why not?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

«Introduce yourself» means:

A) Играть с друзьями

B) Представляться

C) Завтракать

D) Делать уроки

Answer: _______

«Favorite» means:

A) Любимый

B) Сложный

C) Новый

D) Старый

Answer: _______

«Hobby» is:

A) Домашнее задание

B) Хобби, занятие для удовольствия

C) Питомец

D) Событие

Answer: _______

«Describe» means:

A) Писать сочинение

B) Описывать

C) Читать

D) Спать

Answer: _______

Exercise 2 – Matching

Write the correct Russian meaning next to the English word:

introduce yourself → _______

favorite → _______

hobby → _______

describe → _______

Full Answer Key

Check Your Understanding

English – «My favorite subject at school is English.»

Two – «I have one brother and one sister.»

Painting – «My hobby is painting. I like to draw and color in my free time.»

Because writing helps her remember events and feelings – «I like to describe my day in a diary. Writing helps me remember interesting events and feelings.»

Personal answer – Example: «Yes, because it helps me think about my day.»

Vocabulary Exercises

Exercise 1: 1-B, 2-A, 3-B, 4-B

Exercise 2:

introduce yourself → представляться

favorite → любимый

hobby → хобби

describe → описывать

Word Power

parents – родители

My parents are very kind. → Мои родители очень добрые.

I always listen to my parents’ advice. → Я всегда слушаю советы родителей.

sibling – брат или сестра

I have one sibling, a younger brother. → У меня есть один брат/сестра, младший брат.

Siblings often play and study together. → Братья и сестры часто играют и учатся вместе.

relatives – родственники

I visit my relatives during holidays. → Я навещаю родственников во время праздников.

Some of my relatives live in another city. → Некоторые мои родственники живут в другом городе.

get along with – ладить с кем-либо

I get along with my sister very well. → Я хорошо лажу с сестрой.

It is important to get along with your family members. → Важно ладить с членами семьи.

Reading Text

My family is very important to me. I live with my parents and two siblings, a brother and a sister. We usually spend a lot of time together, especially on weekends.

I try to get along with my siblings. Sometimes we argue, but we always make up quickly. My parents are supportive and help me with schoolwork and other problems.

During holidays, we often visit our relatives, like grandparents, aunts, and uncles. I enjoy these visits because we share stories, play games, and eat together.

Even though we sometimes have small disagreements, I feel happy with my family. Everyone in my family is different, and we respect each other. I believe that family is a very important part of life.

Check Your Understanding

Who does the student live with?

How many siblings does the student have?

How does the student get along with their siblings?

Who do they visit during holidays?

Why is family important according to the text?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

«Parents» means:

A) Друзья

B) Родители

C) Учителя

D) Соседи

Answer: _______

«Sibling» is:

A) Брат или сестра

B) Родственник

C) Дядя

D) Друг

Answer: _______

«Relatives» means:

A) Родственники

B) Соседи

C) Учителя

D) Коллеги

Answer: _______

«Get along with» means:

A) Спорить

B) Ладить с кем-либо

C) Учиться

D) Играть

Answer: _______

Exercise 2 – Matching

Write the correct Russian meaning next to the English word:

parents → _______

sibling → _______

relatives → _______

get along with → _______

Full Answer Key

Check Your Understanding

With parents and two siblings – «I live with my parents and two siblings.»

Two – «a brother and a sister.»

They try to get along, sometimes argue but make up quickly – «I try to get along with my siblings. Sometimes we argue, but we always make up quickly.»

Relatives like grandparents, aunts, and uncles – «During holidays, we often visit our relatives, like grandparents, aunts, and uncles.»

Because family is supportive and important in life – «I believe that family is a very important part of life.»

Vocabulary Exercises

Exercise 1: 1-B, 2-A, 3-A, 4-B

Exercise 2:

parents → родители

sibling → брат или сестра

relatives → родственники

get along with → ладить с кем-либо

Word Power

friendship – дружба

Friendship is very important for teenagers. → Дружба очень важна для подростков.

I value my friendship with Sarah. → Я ценю свою дружбу с Сарой.

hang out – проводить время вместе

On weekends, I like to hang out with my friends. → По выходным мне нравится проводить время с друзьями.

We often hang out at the park after school. → Мы часто проводим время в парке после школы.

fun – веселье, удовольствие

Playing games with friends is always fun. → Играть с друзьями всегда весело.

We had a lot of fun at the birthday party. → Мы получили много удовольствия на дне рождения.

trust – доверять

I trust my best friend completely. → Я полностью доверяю своему лучшему другу.

It is important to trust people you are close to. → Важно доверять близким людям.

Reading Text

Friends are a very important part of life. Good friends make life more enjoyable and help you when you have problems. I have several close friends at school, and we share our secrets and experiences.

On weekends, we like to hang out together. Sometimes we go to the park, ride bikes, or just talk. We always try to have fun and enjoy our time. Laughter and games make our friendship stronger.

I also trust my friends. I know I can tell them anything, and they will not judge me. Friendship is about supporting each other and being honest. Even if we sometimes disagree, we always find a way to solve problems together.

Having friends is important because they make life happier and more exciting. Everyone needs someone they can talk to and share fun moments with.

Check Your Understanding

Why are friends important according to the text?

What do the friends like to do on weekends?

How does the student show trust in friends?

What makes their friendship stronger?

Do you think it is easy to make new friends? Why or why not?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

«Friendship» means:

A) Дружба

B) Спорт

C) Дом

D) Учёба

Answer: _______

«Hang out» is:

A) Играть на компьютере

B) Проводить время вместе

C) Смотреть телевизор

D) Спать

Answer: _______

«Fun» means:

A) Скука

B) Веселье, удовольствие

C) Дом

D) Работа

Answer: _______

«Trust» is:

A) Доверять

B) Спорить

C) Играть

D) Учиться

Answer: _______

Exercise 2 – Matching

Write the correct Russian meaning next to the English word:

friendship → _______

hang out → _______

fun → _______

trust → _______

Full Answer Key

Check Your Understanding

Because they make life happier and help with problems – «Good friends make life more enjoyable and help you when you have problems.»

Go to the park, ride bikes, or talk – «Sometimes we go to the park, ride bikes, or just talk.»

By telling friends anything and believing they won’t judge – «I also trust my friends. I know I can tell them anything, and they will not judge me.»

Laughter and games – «Laughter and games make our friendship stronger.»

Personal answer – Example: «Yes, because talking and sharing fun helps people connect.»

Vocabulary Exercises

Exercise 1: 1-A, 2-B, 3-B, 4-A

Exercise 2:

friendship → дружба

hang out → проводить время вместе

fun → веселье, удовольствие

trust → доверять

Word Power

house – дом

I live in a small house with my family. → Я живу в маленьком доме с семьёй.

Our house has a big garden. → В нашем доме есть большой сад.

apartment – квартира

Some of my friends live in an apartment in the city. → Некоторые мои друзья живут в квартире в городе.

My cousin’s apartment is very modern. → Квартира моего двоюродного брата очень современная.

room – комната

My bedroom is my favorite room. → Моя спальня – моя любимая комната.

We have a living room where we watch TV together. → У нас есть гостиная, где мы вместе смотрим телевизор.

furniture – мебель

The furniture in my room is comfortable and nice. → Мебель в моей комнате удобная и красивая.

We bought new furniture for the living room. → Мы купили новую мебель для гостиной.

Reading Text

I live in a nice house with my family. We have a kitchen, a living room, and three bedrooms. My parents’ bedroom is big, and my room is small but cozy. I like to keep my room tidy.

Our house also has a garden where we grow flowers and vegetables. I like spending time there in the summer. The furniture in our house is modern and comfortable. In the living room, we have a sofa, a table, and a TV. In my room, I have a bed, a desk, and a bookshelf.

Sometimes I help my parents clean the house. It is important to take care of our home. I feel happy living here because it is comfortable and everyone respects each other. A home is not only about the furniture or rooms, but also about love and family.

Check Your Understanding

What rooms are in the student’s house?

Which room is the student’s favorite?

What kind of furniture is in the living room?

Where does the family grow flowers and vegetables?

Why does the student feel happy living in their home?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

«House» means:

A) Квартира

B) Дом

C) Комната

D) Мебель

Answer: _______

«Apartment» is:

A) Дом

B) Квартира

C) Сад

D) Столовая

Answer: _______

«Room» means:

A) Комната

B) Мебель

C) Дом

D) Сад

Answer: _______

«Furniture» is:

A) Мебель

B) Комната

C) Квартира

D) Дом

Answer: _______

Exercise 2 – Matching

Write the correct Russian meaning next to the English word:

house → _______

apartment → _______

room → _______

furniture → _______

Full Answer Key

Check Your Understanding

Kitchen, living room, three bedrooms – «We have a kitchen, a living room, and three bedrooms.»

Bedroom – «My bedroom is my favorite room.»

Sofa, table, TV – «In the living room, we have a sofa, a table, and a TV.»

Garden – «Our house also has a garden where we grow flowers and vegetables.»

Because it is comfortable and everyone respects each other – «I feel happy living here because it is comfortable and everyone respects each other.»

Vocabulary Exercises

Exercise 1: 1-B, 2-B, 3-A, 4-A

Exercise 2:

house → дом

apartment → квартира

room → комната

furniture → мебель

Word Power

subject – предмет (в школе)

My favorite subject is English. → Мой любимый школьный предмет – английский.

We have many subjects at school, like Maths and Science. → В школе у нас много предметов, например, математика и естествознание.

lesson – урок

Today we have a Maths lesson. → Сегодня у нас урок математики.

I always try to pay attention during the lesson. → Я всегда стараюсь внимательно слушать на уроке.

homework – домашнее задание

I need to do my homework after school. → Мне нужно сделать домашнее задание после школы.

Teachers give homework to help students practice. → Учителя дают домашнее задание, чтобы ученики могли практиковаться.

study – учиться, изучать

I like to study English and History. → Мне нравится изучать английский и историю.

We need to study for exams. → Нам нужно готовиться к экзаменам.

Reading Text

At school, we learn many different subjects. Every day I have lessons like English, Maths, Science, and History. I like some subjects more than others, but I try to do my best in all of them.

Each lesson usually lasts 40 minutes. The teacher explains the topic, and then we do exercises or discuss examples. I enjoy English lessons the most because I love reading and writing stories.

After school, I often study at home. Sometimes I do homework immediately, and sometimes I take a short break. Homework helps me understand the lessons better and remember important facts.

I think school is interesting because every subject teaches me something new. Learning different subjects prepares me for the future and helps me develop new skills.

Check Your Understanding

Name three subjects the student studies at school.

Which subject does the student like the most?

How long does each lesson usually last?

Why does the student do homework?

Which subject would you like to study more? Why?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

«Subject» means:

A) Урок

B) Предмет (в школе)

C) Домашнее задание

D) Школа

Answer: _______

«Lesson» is:

A) Предмет

B) Урок

C) Дом

D) Учитель

Answer: _______

«Homework» means:

A) Домашнее задание

B) Класс

C) Тетрадь

D) Лекция

Answer: _______

«Study» is:

A) Учиться, изучать

B) Спать

C) Играть

D) Писать письмо

Answer: _______

Exercise 2 – Matching

Write the correct Russian meaning next to the English word:

subject → _______

lesson → _______

homework → _______

study → _______

Full Answer Key

Check Your Understanding

English, Maths, Science – «Every day I have lessons like English, Maths, Science, and History.»

English – «I enjoy English lessons the most because I love reading and writing stories.»

40 minutes – «Each lesson usually lasts 40 minutes.»

To understand the lessons better and remember important facts – «Homework helps me understand the lessons better and remember important facts.»

Personal answer – Example: «I would like to study Science more because it is interesting.»

Vocabulary Exercises

Exercise 1: 1-B, 2-B, 3-A, 4-A

Exercise 2:

subject → предмет (в школе)

lesson → урок

homework → домашнее задание

study → учиться, изучать

Word Power

teacher – учитель

My English teacher is very kind. → Мой учитель английского очень добрый.

A good teacher helps students learn better. → Хороший учитель помогает ученикам учиться лучше.

kind – добрый

My teacher is very kind and patient. → Мой учитель очень добрый и терпеливый.

It is nice to be kind to others. → Приятно быть добрым к другим.

helpful – полезный, готовый помочь

My teacher is always helpful when I don’t understand. → Мой учитель всегда помогает, когда я не понимаю.

It is important to be helpful to your classmates. → Важно быть полезным и помогать одноклассникам.

favorite – любимый

Mr. Smith is my favorite teacher. → Мистер Смит – мой любимый учитель.

Everyone has a favorite subject or teacher. → У каждого есть любимый предмет или учитель.