Разговорный английский: речевой тренажёр для школьников. Подготовка к ОГЭ, ЕГЭ и общению в жизни

© Джуди Грэммер, 2026

ISBN 978-5-0069-4958-4

Создано в интеллектуальной издательской системе Ridero

Введение

Эта книга предназначена для русскоязычных учащихся, изучающих английский язык на уровнях A2—B1, и ориентирована на развитие устной речи. Основная цель пособия – формирование уверенности при общении на повседневные и академические темы, расширение словарного запаса, а также практическое отрабатывание навыков построения связных и развернутых ответов на вопросы различной сложности.

Материал книги охватывает широкий спектр актуальных тем, включая личные интересы, семейные отношения, школу и учёбу, хобби, путешествия, здоровье, социальное взаимодействие и общественную жизнь. Каждая тема представлена в структурированном формате, включающем вводные вопросы для «разогрева» мышления, ключевую лексику с примерами употребления, разнообразные вопросы для устной речи с образцовыми развернутыми ответами, текст для чтения с заданиями на понимание, упражнения на перевод и итоговое устное задание. Такой подход позволяет не только тренировать навыки говорения, но и закреплять лексику, развивать способность строить логичные и грамматически корректные ответы.

Особое внимание уделено подготовке к государственным экзаменам по английскому языку, таким как ОГЭ и ЕГЭ. Включённые вопросы и тексты имитируют формат устной части экзамена, а примеры развернутых ответов помогают учащимся понять, как структурировать свои высказывания, использовать тематическую лексику и выражать личное мнение. Дополнительные упражнения на перевод и чтение служат вспомогательным материалом для расширения словарного запаса и отработки грамматических конструкций, часто встречающихся на экзамене.

Пособие ориентировано на активную самостоятельную работу и может быть использовано как в классе, так и дома. Регулярная практика по данной книге позволяет учащимся развивать беглость речи, уверенность в общении, а также готовиться к реальным коммуникативным ситуациям и экзаменационным заданиям.

Introductions and Personal Information

Goal: Improve speaking skills and learn vocabulary for talking about yourself

1. Warm-up Questions

What is your name?

– Как тебя зовут?

How old are you?

– Сколько тебе лет?

Where are you from?

– Откуда ты родом?

2. Vocabulary

name – имя

My name is Anna.

age – возраст

I am 20 years old.

hometown – родной город

My hometown is Moscow.

nationality – национальность

My nationality is Russian.

job / profession – работа, профессия

I am a teacher.

student – студент, учащийся

I am a student at the university.

family – семья

I have a big family.

friend – друг

My best friend is Anna.

hobby – хобби

My hobby is reading books.

favorite – любимый

My favorite color is blue.

live – жить

I live in Moscow.

study – учиться

I study English every day.

3. Speaking Questions with Example Answers

Words to use – use these words to help you answer.

1. What is your name?

Words to use: name, my name is

Example answer:

My name is Alex. I like my name because it is short and easy to remember. My friends usually call me Alexy.

2. How old are you?

Words to use: age, years old

Example answer:

I am 21 years old. I was born in 2005. I think 21 is a good age because I can study, work, and travel at the same time.

3. Where are you from?

Words to use: hometown, live, from

Example answer:

I am from Saint Petersburg. It is a beautiful city with many rivers and parks. I live there with my family and I really like it.

4. What do you do?

Words to use: job, student, profession

Example answer:

I am a student at the local university. I study English and history. I want to become a teacher in the future because I enjoy helping people learn new things.

5. Tell me about your family.

Words to use: family, mother, father, sister, brother

Example answer:

I have a small family. I live with my mother, father, brother, and sister. My mother is a doctor and my father is an engineer. I love spending time with my family, we often watch movies or go for walks together.

6. What are your hobbies?

Words to use: hobby, like, favorite

Example answer:

My hobbies are reading books and listening to music. I like reading novels because they help me relax. My favorite hobby is playing football with my friends on weekends.

7. What is your favorite thing?

Words to use: favorite, color, food, activity

Example answer:

My favorite color is green and my favorite food is pizza. I enjoy green because it is bright and fresh. I also like pizza because it is tasty and easy to eat with friends.

4. Reading: About Me

Hello! My name is Alex. I am 21 years old and I come from Saint Petersburg. I live in a small apartment with my family. I am a student at the local university and I study English and history. I have one brother and one sister. My hobbies are reading books, playing football, and listening to music. My favorite color is green and my favorite food is pizza. I enjoy meeting new people and making friends.

Comprehension Questions:

How old is Alex?

Where does Alex live?

What are Alex’s hobbies?

5. Translation Practice

Translate into English using the vocabulary:

Меня зовут Анна.

Мне 20 лет.

Я студентка.

Моя любимая еда – паста.

У меня есть брат и сестра.

6. Final Speaking Task

Choose one question from section 3 and answer in 3—5 sentences. Use at least 3 words from “Words to use”.

Example answer: Tell me about your family.

I have a small family. I live with my mother, father, brother, and sister. We enjoy spending time together, watching movies, and going for walks. My brother is 18 years old and my sister is 15. I love my family very much.

Daily Routine

Goal: Talk about your daily life and habits; improve speaking skills

1. Warm-up Questions

What time do you usually wake up?

– Во сколько ты обычно встаёшь?

What is the first thing you do in the morning?

– Что ты делаешь первым делом утром?

Do you prefer mornings or evenings? Why?

– Ты предпочитаешь утро или вечер? Почему?

2. Vocabulary

wake up – просыпаться

I usually wake up at 7 a.m.

get up – вставать

I get up and brush my teeth.

breakfast – завтрак

I have breakfast at 7:30 a.m.

go to school / work – идти в школу / на работу

I go to school at 8 a.m.

study / work – учиться / работать

I study English every day.

lunch – обед

I usually have lunch at 1 p.m.

free time – свободное время

I like to read books in my free time.

exercise / sports – упражнения / спорт

I play football in the evening.

dinner – ужин

We have dinner at 7 p.m.

go to bed – ложиться спать

I usually go to bed at 10 p.m.

shower / take a shower – принимать душ

I take a shower after exercise.

homework / assignments – домашнее задание

I do my homework in the afternoon.

3. Speaking Questions with Example Answers

Words to use – use these words to help you answer.

1. What time do you usually wake up?

Words to use: wake up, morning, usually

Example answer:

I usually wake up at 7 a.m. I like mornings because they are quiet and peaceful. After I wake up, I drink a glass of water and stretch for a few minutes.

2. What is the first thing you do in the morning?

Words to use: get up, shower, breakfast

Example answer:

The first thing I do in the morning is get up and take a shower. After that, I have breakfast with my family. I usually eat eggs and toast, and I drink tea or coffee.

3. What do you usually do during the day?

Words to use: study, work, school, assignments

Example answer:

During the day, I go to school and attend my classes. I study English, math, and history. In the afternoon, I do my homework and sometimes help my younger brother with his studies.

4. What do you like to do in your free time?

Words to use: free time, hobbies, read, music

Example answer:

In my free time, I like to read books and listen to music. Sometimes I play the guitar or go for a walk in the park. Free time is very important because it helps me relax after school.

5. Do you do any sports or exercise?

Words to use: exercise, sports, play, football

Example answer:

Yes, I usually play football in the evening with my friends. I also like to go jogging in the park. Exercise keeps me healthy and gives me a lot of energy.

6. What time do you usually have dinner and go to bed?

Words to use: dinner, go to bed, evening

Example answer:

I usually have dinner at 7 p.m. with my family. After dinner, I relax, watch TV, or read a book. I usually go to bed at 10 p.m. to get enough sleep for the next day.

4. Reading: A Typical Day

I usually wake up at 7 a.m. and get up after a short stretch. The first thing I do is take a shower and have breakfast. I go to school at 8 a.m. and study until 2 p.m. After school, I come home and do my homework. In the afternoon, I like to read books or listen to music in my free time. I play football with my friends in the evening. We have dinner at 7 p.m. and sometimes watch TV together. I usually go to bed at 10 p.m. and I sleep well because I had a busy but fun day.

Comprehension Questions:

What time does the person wake up?

What do they do after school?

What activities do they do in the evening?

5. Translation Practice

Translate into English using the vocabulary:

Я обычно встаю в 7 утра.

Я делаю домашнее задание после школы.

В свободное время я люблю читать книги.

Я играю в футбол вечером с друзьями.

Я ложусь спать в 10 вечера.

6. Final Speaking Task

Choose one question from section 3 and answer in 3—5 sentences. Use at least 3 words from “Words to use”.

Example answer: What do you usually do during the day?

I usually go to school in the morning. I attend my classes and study English, math, and history. After school, I do my homework and sometimes read a book. In the evening, I play football with my friends. I enjoy my day because I am busy and active.

Family and Friends

Goal: Talk about your family and friends; improve speaking skills

1. Warm-up Questions

Do you have a big or small family?

– У тебя большая или маленькая семья?

Do you have a best friend? Who is he/she?

– У тебя есть лучший друг? Кто это?

Do you like spending time with your family? Why?

– Тебе нравится проводить время с семьёй? Почему?

2. Vocabulary

family – семья

I have a small family.

mother / mom – мама

My mother is a teacher.

father / dad – папа

My father works in a bank.

brother – брат

I have one brother.

sister – сестра

My sister is younger than me.

grandparents – бабушка и дедушка

I visit my grandparents every Sunday.

friend – друг

My best friend is Anna.

best friend – лучший друг

My best friend always helps me.

relationship – отношения

I have a good relationship with my family.

spend time – проводить время

I like to spend time with my friends.

support – поддержка

My family always gives me support.

celebrate – праздновать

We celebrate birthdays together.

3. Speaking Questions with Example Answers

Words to use – use these words to help you answer.

1. Do you have a big or small family?

Words to use: family, small, big

Example answer:

I have a small family. I live with my mother, father, and sister. We are very close and often spend time together at home or outside.

2. Can you tell me about your mother/father?

Words to use: mother, father, work, job

Example answer:

My mother is a teacher and she works at a local school. She is very kind and helps me with my homework. My father works in a bank and he is very hardworking. I respect my parents a lot.

3. Do you have any brothers or sisters?

Words to use: brother, sister, younger, older

Example answer:

Yes, I have one brother and one sister. My brother is older than me and he likes playing football. My sister is younger and she loves drawing. We usually help each other and have fun together.

4. Who is your best friend?

Words to use: best friend, friend, help, support

Example answer:

My best friend is Anna. She is very friendly and always supports me when I have problems. We like to go to the park, watch movies, and talk about school. I can trust her with everything.

5. What do you like to do with your family?

Words to use: spend time, family, celebrate, activity

Example answer:

I like to spend time with my family on weekends. We sometimes go to the park, watch movies together, or celebrate birthdays. I really enjoy these moments because we can talk, laugh, and have fun together.

6. What do you like to do with your friends?

Words to use: spend time, friends, hobby, games

Example answer:

I like to spend time with my friends after school. We play games, go for a walk, or talk about our hobbies. Sometimes we go to the cinema or eat ice cream together. I always have fun with my friends.

4. Reading: My Family and Friends

I have a small family. I live with my mother, father, and younger sister. My mother is a teacher, and my father works in a bank. I also have one older brother who studies at university. I have a best friend named Anna. We like to go to the park, watch movies, and talk about school. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends because they make me happy and support me. On weekends, we celebrate birthdays or just have fun together.

Comprehension Questions:

Who does the person live with?

What does the mother do?

What activities do they do with friends?

5. Translation Practice

Translate into English using the vocabulary:

У меня есть младшая сестра.

Моя мама работает учителем.

Мой лучший друг всегда поддерживает меня.

Я люблю проводить время с семьёй по выходным.

Мы празднуем дни рождения вместе.

6. Final Speaking Task

Choose one question from section 3 and answer in 3—5 sentences. Use at least 3 words from “Words to use”.

Example answer: Who is your best friend?

My best friend is Anna. She is very kind and friendly. We like to go to the park, watch movies, and play games together. She always helps me when I have problems. I am very happy to have a friend like her.

Personality and Feelings

Goal: Talk about your personality, emotions, and feelings; improve speaking skills

1. Warm-up Questions

How do you usually feel in the morning?

– Как ты обычно себя чувствуешь утром?

Are you an outgoing or shy person?

– Ты общительный человек или застенчивый?

How do you feel when you meet new people?

– Как ты себя чувствуешь, когда знакомишься с новыми людьми?

2. Vocabulary

happy – счастливый

I feel happy when I meet my friends.

sad – грустный

I feel sad when I lose something important.

friendly – дружелюбный

My friends are very friendly.

shy – застенчивый

I am shy when I speak in front of many people.

kind – добрый

She is very kind to everyone.

funny – смешной, забавный

My brother is very funny and makes me laugh.

angry – сердитый

I feel angry when someone is rude.

tired – усталый

I am tired after school and need to rest.

excited – взволнованный, в предвкушении

I am excited about my birthday party.

personality – личность, характер

Her personality is very friendly and positive.

feelings – чувства, эмоции

It is important to talk about your feelings.

confident – уверенный

I feel confident when I speak English.

3. Speaking Questions with Example Answers

Words to use – use these words to help you answer.

1. How do you usually feel in the morning?

Words to use: happy, tired, excited

Example answer:

I usually feel happy in the morning because I like starting a new day. Sometimes I feel a little tired if I go to bed late. If I have something special planned, like meeting friends, I feel very excited.

2. Are you an outgoing or shy person?

Words to use: outgoing, shy, friendly, confident

Example answer:

I am an outgoing person. I like talking to new people and making friends. Sometimes I can be a little shy at first, but I usually feel confident after a few minutes.

3. How do you feel when you meet new people?

Words to use: feelings, nervous, happy, excited

Example answer:

When I meet new people, I sometimes feel nervous at first. But I usually feel happy and excited after talking to them for a while. I try to be friendly and polite so that they feel comfortable.

4. How do you react when you are angry?

Words to use: angry, feelings, calm, upset

Example answer:

When I feel angry, I try to stay calm and not shout. I usually take a deep breath and think about the situation. Sometimes I talk to a friend or family member to feel better.

5. Who is the kindest person you know?

Words to use: kind, friendly, personality, support

Example answer:

The kindest person I know is my grandmother. She is very friendly and always helps everyone. Her personality is very warm, and she gives me support when I need it. I really admire her.

6. What makes you happy or excited?

Words to use: happy, excited, feelings, celebrate

Example answer:

I feel happy when I spend time with my family and friends. I also feel excited before holidays or birthdays because we celebrate together. Doing things I like, like reading or playing football, makes me feel happy too.

4. Reading: My Personality and Feelings

I am usually a happy and friendly person. I like meeting new people and making friends. Sometimes I can be a little shy, especially in new situations. I feel confident when I do things I am good at, like playing football or speaking English. My friends say that I am funny and kind. I feel excited when I have a special event, like a birthday party or a trip. Sometimes I feel tired after a long day, but I always try to stay positive. I think it is important to talk about your feelings and understand your personality.

Comprehension Questions:

How does the person feel when meeting new people?

What activities make the person feel confident?

How does the person usually feel at special events?

5. Translation Practice

Translate into English using the vocabulary:

Я чувствую себя счастливым, когда встречаю друзей.

Иногда я немного застенчивый.

Я чувствую себя уверенно, когда говорю по-английски.

Моя бабушка очень добрая и всегда поддерживает меня.

Я чувствую себя взволнованным перед праздниками.

6. Final Speaking Task

Choose one question from section 3 and answer in 3—5 sentences. Use at least 3 words from “Words to use”.

Example answer: Are you an outgoing or shy person?

I am usually an outgoing person. I like talking to new people and making friends. Sometimes I feel shy at first, but I usually feel confident after a few minutes. I try to be friendly and help others feel comfortable. My friends say that I am funny and kind.

Childhood Memories

Goal: Talk about your childhood and past experiences; improve speaking skills

1. Warm-up Questions

What is your favorite childhood memory?

– Какое твое любимое воспоминание о детстве?

Did you like school when you were a child?

– Тебе нравилась школа в детстве?

Did you play with friends outside? What games?

– Ты играл с друзьями на улице? В какие игры?

2. Vocabulary

childhood – детство

I had a happy childhood.

memory – воспоминание

My favorite memory is my first day at school.

play – играть

I liked to play football with my friends.

game – игра

We played many fun games in the park.

school – школа

I went to a small school near my home.

friend – друг

My best friend was Tom.

favorite – любимый

My favorite toy was a red ball.

toy – игрушка

I had many toys when I was a child.

happy – счастливый

I felt very happy during my summer holidays.

adventure – приключение

Every summer was an adventure with my friends.

family – семья

I spent a lot of time with my family.

holiday – праздник, каникулы

We went on holiday to the countryside.

3. Speaking Questions with Example Answers

Words to use – use these words to help you answer.

1. What is your favorite childhood memory?

Words to use: memory, happy, play, adventure

Example answer:

My favorite childhood memory is playing in the park with my friends. We played football, hide-and-seek, and ran around all day. I felt very happy and free. Every day was an adventure, and I will never forget those times.

2. Did you like school when you were a child?

Words to use: school, favorite, study, teacher

Example answer:

Yes, I liked school when I was a child. My favorite subject was art because I liked drawing. I also liked my teachers because they were kind and patient. Sometimes school was hard, but I learned a lot and made many friends.

3. Who was your best friend in childhood?

Words to use: friend, play, fun, support

Example answer:

My best friend was Tom. We played together every day after school. We had a lot of fun and supported each other. Sometimes we had small arguments, but we always became friends again.

4. What games or toys did you like?

Words to use: game, toy, favorite, play

Example answer:

I liked many games, like hide-and-seek and football. My favorite toy was a red ball. I played with it in the yard every day. I also liked board games with my family during holidays.

5. Did you spend time with your family? How?

Words to use: family, holiday, happy, spend time

Example answer:

Yes, I spent a lot of time with my family. We went on holiday to the countryside and sometimes to the beach. I felt very happy when we had picnics or watched movies together. My family always made my childhood special.

6. What do you remember about your summer holidays?

Words to use: holiday, adventure, play, happy

Example answer:

During summer holidays, I usually went to my grandparents’ house. I played with my cousins and explored the village. Every day was an adventure, and I felt very happy. I also learned a lot about nature and animals there.

4. Reading: Childhood Memories