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I Was Not Ready for This Test


Story



It was Monday morning, and I felt tired. I didnt want to go to school. I sat at the kitchen table and drank my tea. My mother looked at me and asked,

Are you okay?



I think so, I said. I just feel a little tired.



She smiled. You should go to school. You have an important day.



I didnt answer. I had a strange feeling, but I didnt know why.



At school, everything looked normal. Students talked, laughed, and walked to their classrooms. I met my friend Alex near the door.



Hey, he said. Are you ready?



Ready for what? I asked.



He looked surprised. The test. The English test.



My heart stopped. What test?



The test today. Didnt you study?



I felt cold. No I forgot.



Alex looked at me. Oh no. Thats bad.



We went into the classroom. The teacher came in with papers in her hands. She smiled, but I felt nervous.



Good morning, she said. Today we have a test.



I sat down and looked at my desk. I didnt know what to do. I wanted to leave, but I couldnt.



The teacher gave us the papers. You can start now.



I looked at the first question. It was easy, but I was still nervous. My hands were shaking.



Calm down, I said to myself. You can do this.



I read the questions slowly. Some of them were easy. Some were difficult. I didnt know all the answers, but I tried.



After ten minutes, I felt a little better. I started to remember things from the lessons. I wrote more answers. I checked my sentences.



Alex looked at me and whispered, How is it?



Its not easy, I said quietly, but Im trying.



Time went fast. The teacher said, Five more minutes.



I looked at my paper again. I found two mistakes and fixed them.



Then the teacher said, Time is up.



I gave her my paper. I didnt feel good, but I didnt feel terrible.



After the lesson, Alex came to me.

So? he asked.



I dont know, I said. Maybe its okay.



You did your best, he said.



Yes, I said. Next time, I must study.



He laughed. Thats a good idea.



I smiled. I felt tired, but also a little proud. It was not perfect, but I didnt give up.



A. Reading Comprehension



Answer the questions:

How did the main character feel in the morning?

What did Alex tell him at school?

Why was the main character nervous?

What did he do during the test?

How did he feel at the end?



True or False:

The main character studied for the test.

The teacher was angry.

Some questions were easy.



Order the story:

The teacher gave the test

The main character forgot about the test

He tried to answer the questions

He talked to Alex after the test



B. Vocabulary



tired  very sleepy or without energy  I feel tired after school.

important  very necessary or useful  This is an important day.

nervous  worried or afraid  She feels nervous before tests.

test  questions to check knowledge  We have a math test today.

forget  not remember  I forgot my book.

remember  keep in your mind  I remember his name.

difficult  not easy  This task is difficult.

easy  not difficult  The question is easy.

try  do your best  I will try again.

fix  correct something  He fixed his mistake.



C. Grammar



Fill in the blanks:

I ___ (feel) tired yesterday.

He ___ (forget) about the test.

We ___ (have) a test today.

I ___ (try) to answer all questions.

You ___ (must) study for tests.



Choose the correct form:

I (am / was) nervous yesterday.

She (has / had) a test last week.

We (will study / studied) tomorrow.



Make sentences:

must / I / study

can / I / do it

should / you / check your work



D. Translation



Translate into Russian:

I forgot about the test.

I feel nervous.

It is not easy.

I will try again.

You must study.



Translate into English:



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E. Speaking Practice



Have you ever forgotten about a test?

How do you feel before a test?

What do you do when something is difficult?

Do you like tests? Why or why not?



Task:



Tell about your last test

Compare your experience with the story

Create a short story about a test day




The Teacher Called My Name


Story



It was a quiet morning at school. I walked into the classroom and sat at my desk. I felt a little nervous, but I didnt know why. Everything looked normal. My classmates talked and laughed. The teacher was not in the room yet.



My friend Lisa came and sat next to me.

Hi, she said. Did you do the homework?



Yes, I said. It was not very difficult.



She smiled. Good. I think today will be easy.



I hoped she was right.



A few minutes later, the teacher came in. She looked serious. She put her books on the table and looked at the class.



Good morning, she said.



Good morning, we answered.



She opened her notebook. Today we will check your homework.



My heart started to beat fast. I looked at my notebook. It was in my bag, but I didnt want to show it.



The teacher started to call names.

Anna, she said.



Anna stood up and read her answers. The teacher nodded.

Good, she said.



Then she called another student. Then another. I listened, but I couldnt focus. I felt more and more nervous.



Lisa looked at me. Are you okay? she whispered.



I think so, I said, but my voice was not strong.



Then I heard it.



My name.



The teacher looked at me. Can you read your answers?



I stood up slowly. My hands were cold. I opened my notebook. The words were there, but I couldnt read them well.



Start, please, the teacher said.



I took a deep breath. Yesterday, I I went to the park, I began.



My voice was quiet. I stopped for a moment.



Its okay, the teacher said. Take your time.



I looked at the page again. I tried to read more clearly.



I went to the park with my friend. We played football and talked.



This time, my voice was better. I felt a little more confident.



Good, the teacher said. Continue.



I read the rest of my homework. It was not perfect. I made a small mistake, but I corrected it.



When I finished, the teacher smiled.

Thank you, she said. That was good.



I sat down. I felt warm now. I looked at Lisa.



You did great, she whispered.



I smiled. I was so nervous, I said.



I know, she said. But you did it.



After that, I listened to the other students. I was not afraid anymore. I felt calm.



At the end of the lesson, the teacher said,

Good job today, everyone.



When the bell rang, I packed my bag. I felt proud. It was a small moment, but it was important for me.



I learned something new that day. I can be nervous, but I can still speak. Next time, I will not be so afraid.



A. Reading Comprehension



Answer the questions:

How did the main character feel at the beginning?

What did the teacher do in the lesson?

Why was the main character nervous?

What happened when the teacher called his name?

How did he feel at the end?



True or False:

The teacher was angry.

The main character forgot the homework.

He felt better after speaking.



Order the story:

The teacher checked homework

The teacher called his name

He read his answers

He felt proud at the end



B. Vocabulary



nervous  worried or afraid  I feel nervous before speaking.

serious  not smiling, very focused  The teacher looked serious.

answer  something you say or write  He gave the right answer.

continue  go on  Please continue your story.

mistake  something wrong  I made a mistake.

correct  make right  She corrected the sentence.

confident  sure about yourself  He feels confident now.

calm  relaxed  I feel calm after the lesson.

proud  happy about what you did  I feel proud of my work.

whisper  speak very quietly  She whispered to her friend.



C. Grammar



Fill in the blanks:

I ___ (feel) nervous yesterday.

The teacher ___ (call) my name.

I ___ (read) my homework.

She ___ (say) Good job.

You ___ (should) speak slowly.



Choose the correct form:

I (am / was) nervous in class.

She (calls / called) my name yesterday.

We (will read / read) tomorrow.



Make sentences:

can / I / speak

must / we / listen

should / you / try



D. Translation



Translate into Russian:

The teacher called my name.

I felt nervous.

I made a mistake.

I tried again.

I felt proud.



Translate into English:

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E. Speaking Practice



Do you feel nervous when you speak in class?

What do you do when you feel nervous?

Do you like reading in front of others? Why or why not?

Who helps you feel more confident?



Task:



Talk about a time when a teacher asked you a question

Compare your experience with the story

Create a short story about speaking in class




I Sat Next to the Wrong Person


Story



It was Wednesday morning, and I arrived at school a little late. The hallway was full of students, and everyone was already going to class. I walked quickly and opened the classroom door.



Sorry, Im late, I said.



The teacher looked at me. Come in. Please sit down.



I looked around. My usual seat was taken. My friend Alex was not there yet. I didnt know where to sit. There was one empty seat near the window. A boy I didnt know was sitting there.



I didnt have time to think. I went and sat next to him.



Hi, I said.



He looked at me but didnt smile. Hi.



He looked serious. I felt a little uncomfortable, but I opened my book and tried to listen to the teacher.



Today we will work in pairs, the teacher said. You will ask and answer questions.



I looked at the boy next to me. He looked back at me.



I guess we are a pair, I said.



He nodded. Okay.



The teacher gave us a paper with questions. Some were easy, some were not.



I started. What do you do in your free time? I asked.



He answered, I read and play chess.



Oh, thats nice, I said. I like music and sports.



He nodded again. He didnt talk much. It was a little difficult to have a conversation.



Then it was his turn. Do you like school? he asked.



Yes, I do, I said. But not every day.



He smiled a little. Me too.



After some time, I felt more relaxed. He started to speak more.



My name is Timur, he said.



Im Dan, I said. Nice to meet you.



Nice to meet you too, he said.



We continued the task. It became easier. We even laughed once when I gave a funny answer.



Then the door opened. Alex came in.



Sorry, Im late, he said.



He looked at me. Hey, why are you sitting there?



I smiled. My seat was taken.



He laughed. Oh, I see.



The teacher said, Continue your work, please.



I turned back to Timur. Lets finish the last questions, I said.



Okay, he said.



We finished the task together. When the lesson ended, we gave our paper to the teacher.



Good job, she said.



After class, Alex came to me.

So, how was your new partner? he asked.



It was okay, I said. At first, it was a little strange. But now its fine.



Timur stood next to us.

See you tomorrow, he said.



See you, I said.



We walked out of the classroom. I felt happy. I sat next to the wrong person, but maybe it was the right situation.



A. Reading Comprehension



Answer the questions:

Why was the main character late?

Why did he sit next to a new person?

What task did the teacher give?

How did the conversation change?

What happened at the end of the lesson?



True or False:

The main character sat in his usual place.

Timur talked a lot at the beginning.

They finished the task together.



Order the story:

He sat next to a new student

The teacher gave a pair task

They started to talk

They became more comfortable



B. Vocabulary



late  not on time  I was late for class.

empty  no one or nothing inside  The seat was empty.

uncomfortable  not relaxed  I felt uncomfortable at first.

pair  two people together  We worked in pairs.

guess  think something is true  I guess we are partners.

relaxed  calm and not nervous  I feel relaxed now.

continue  go on  Please continue your work.

strange  unusual  It felt a little strange.

partner  a person you work with  My partner is very kind.

situation  what is happening  It was a new situation.



C. Grammar



Fill in the blanks:

I ___ (arrive) late yesterday.

He ___ (sit) next to me.

We ___ (work) in pairs today.

She ___ (ask) a question.

You ___ (should) talk more.



Choose the correct form:

I (am / was) late for school.

He (sits / sat) next to me yesterday.

We (will finish / finished) the task tomorrow.



Make sentences:

can / we / work together

must / I / listen

should / you / answer



D. Translation



Translate into Russian:

I sat next to a new student.

We worked in pairs.

I felt uncomfortable.

It was easier later.

We finished the task.



Translate into English:

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E. Speaking Practice



Do you like working with new people?

How do you feel in a new situation?

What do you do when a person is quiet?

Have you ever met a new friend at school?



Task:



Talk about a time when you worked with someone new

Compare your experience with the story

Create a short story about meeting a new classmate




My Homework Was Gone


Story



It was Thursday morning. I walked to school with my bag and a cup of tea. The weather was nice, and I felt calm. I did my homework the night before, and I was ready for the lesson.



In the classroom, I sat at my desk and opened my bag. I wanted to check my homework one more time.



But it was not there.



I looked again. I moved my books and my notebook. I checked every pocket.



No no, no, I said quietly.



My homework was gone.



My friend Lisa came in and sat next to me.



Hi, she said. Are you ready?



I I dont know, I said. My homework is not here.



What? she asked. But you did it yesterday!



Yes, I did. I remember it. I wrote everything.



Maybe its at home? she said.



I dont think so, I said. I put it in my bag.



I felt nervous. The teacher was coming soon.



Calm down, Lisa said. Lets think.



I closed my eyes for a moment. I tried to remember.



Yesterday evening I finished my homework. Then my mother called me for dinner. I left my notebook on the table.



After dinner, I watched TV. Then I went to my room.



Oh no, I said. I think I left it at home.



Lisa looked at me. Thats not good.



I know, I said. What should I do?



You should tell the teacher, she said.



I dont want to, I said. She will be angry.



Lisa shook her head. Maybe not. Just be honest.



At that moment, the teacher came into the classroom.



Good morning, she said.



Good morning, we answered.



She looked at us. Please take out your homework.



My heart started to beat fast. I looked at my desk. I had nothing.



The teacher walked around the classroom. She stopped near my desk.

Where is your homework? she asked.



I stood up slowly. Im sorry, I said. I did my homework, but I think I left it at home.



She looked at me for a moment.



Did you really do it? she asked.



Yes, I said. I can bring it tomorrow.



She was quiet. Then she said, Okay. Please bring it tomorrow. But next time, be more careful.



Yes, I will, I said.



I sat down. I felt much better.



Lisa smiled at me. See? Its okay.



Yes, I said. You were right.



After the lesson, I said to Lisa,

Today after school, I must go home and check my homework.



She laughed. And put it in your bag!



Yes, I said. Right away.



That evening, I found my notebook on the kitchen table. I put it in my bag immediately.



Next morning, I checked my bag twice.



A. Reading Comprehension



Answer the questions:

When did the main character do the homework?

What problem did he have in the classroom?

What did Lisa say to help him?

What did the teacher ask?

What did the main character do at the end?



True or False:

The homework was in the bag.

The teacher shouted at him.

He found the homework at home.



Order the story:

He did his homework

He couldnt find it

He talked to Lisa

He spoke to the teacher



B. Vocabulary



homework  school work at home  I did my homework yesterday.

bag  something to carry things  My books are in my bag.

pocket  a small space in a bag or clothes  I checked every pocket.

calm  relaxed  Try to stay calm.

remember  keep in your mind  I remember this place.

leave  forget something in a place  I left my phone at home.

careful  thinking about possible problems  Be careful with your things.

honest  telling the truth  Be honest with your teacher.

bring  take something with you  Please bring your book tomorrow.

check  look to be sure  I check my bag every morning.



C. Grammar



Fill in the blanks:

I ___ (do) my homework yesterday.

He ___ (leave) it at home.

We ___ (have) a lesson today.

She ___ (say) Be careful.

You ___ (must) check your bag.



Choose the correct form:

I (am / was) ready for school.

She (asks / asked) a question yesterday.

We (will bring / brought) it tomorrow.



Make sentences:

must / I / remember

can / I / find it

should / you / check



D. Translation



Translate into Russian:

My homework was not in my bag.

I left it at home.

I felt nervous.

The teacher was calm.

I will bring it tomorrow.



Translate into English:

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E. Speaking Practice



Have you ever forgotten your homework?

What do you do in this situation?

Do you check your bag before school?

How do you feel when you forget something important?



Task:



Tell about a time when you forgot something

Compare your experience with the story

Create a short story about a problem at school




We Had to Work Together


Story



It was Friday morning, and I felt happy. The week was almost over.



I walked into the classroom and sat next to my friend Alex.



Today will be easy, I said.



I hope so, Alex said.



The teacher came in and smiled.



Good morning, she said.



Good morning, we answered.



Today we will do a group project, she said. You will work in pairs.



I looked at Alex and smiled. Great, I said. We can work together.



But the teacher continued, I will choose the pairs.



My smile disappeared.



She started to say names.



Alex and Lisa.



Alex looked at me. Sorry, he said quietly.



Its okay, I said, but I felt a little sad.



Then the teacher said my name.



Dan and Mark.



I looked around. Mark was sitting near the back. He didnt talk much in class. I didnt know him well.



I walked to his desk.



Hi, I said.



Hi, he answered.



The teacher gave us the task.



You need to make a short presentation about your weekend. You should write it and then speak to the class.



I looked at Mark.



Okay, I said. Lets start. What did you do last weekend?



He thought for a moment.



I stayed at home, he said. I watched TV.



Thats good, I said. We can write about that.



Then he asked me,

What did you do?



I went to the park with my family, I said. We had a picnic.



He nodded.



Okay. We can use both ideas.



At first, it was a little difficult. We didnt talk much. We didnt know how to start.



Maybe you can write, I said, and I can help.



Or we can write together, he said.



Thats better, I said.



We started to write. Slowly, it became easier. We shared ideas. We helped each other.



You should say We went to the park, Mark said.



Oh, right, I said. Thank you.



Then I helped him.



You can say I stayed at home, not I stay at home.



Ah, yes, he said. Thank you.



After some time, we finished the text.



Now we must practice, I said.



I dont like speaking, Mark said.



Me too, I said. But we can try.



We read the text together. First quietly, then a little louder.



You go first, I said.



No, you go first, he said.



We both laughed.



Okay, I said. I will start, and you continue.



When it was time to present, I felt nervous again. The teacher called our names.



Dan and Mark, please come here.



We stood in front of the class.



I started,

Last weekend, we did different things.



Then Mark continued,

I stayed at home and watched TV.



His voice was quiet, but clear.



I spoke again,

I went to the park with my family.



We finished the presentation together.



Good job, the teacher said. You worked well together.



We went back to our seats.



That was not so bad, Mark said.



Yes, I said. We did it.



After the lesson, I said,

It was nice to work with you.



Same, he said. Maybe next time it will be easier.



I smiled. Sometimes, working with a new person is not easy. But it can be good.



A. Reading Comprehension



Answer the questions:

How did the main character feel at the beginning?

Why didnt he work with Alex?

Who did he work with?

What was the task?

How did they feel after the presentation?



True or False:

The students chose their partners.

Mark liked speaking at first.

They helped each other.

Order the story:

The teacher made pairs

He worked with Mark

They wrote the text

They gave a presentation



B. Vocabulary



project  a piece of work  We have a school project.

pair  two people working together  We worked in pairs.

presentation  speaking in front of others  We gave a presentation.

idea  a thought or plan  I have a good idea.

share  give something to others  We shared our ideas.

help  do something for someone  I help my friend.

practice  repeat to learn  We practice speaking.

continue  go on  Please continue.

different  not the same  We did different things.

together  with another person  We worked together.



C. Grammar



Fill in the blanks:

We ___ (work) together yesterday.

He ___ (stay) at home.

I ___ (go) to the park.

We ___ (write) a text.

You ___ (should) practice more.



Choose the correct form:

We (are / were) in a pair.

He (likes / liked) speaking yesterday.

We (will present / presented) tomorrow.



Make sentences:

can / we / help

must / I / try

should / we / practice



D. Translation



Translate into Russian:

We worked together.

We made a presentation.

I felt nervous.

We helped each other.

It was not easy.



Translate into English:

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E. Speaking Practice



Do you like working in pairs?

What do you do in group projects?

Is it easy to work with new people?

How do you feel before a presentation?



Task:



Talk about a time when you worked with someone

Compare your experience with the story

Create a short story about a school project




I Didnt Understand the Task


Story



It was Tuesday afternoon. The last lesson of the day was English. I felt a little tired, but I wanted to listen carefully.



The teacher came into the classroom and wrote something on the board.



Today we will do a writing task, she said. Please read the instructions and start.



She gave us a paper. I looked at it. There were many words. I read it once. Then again.



I didnt understand.



I looked around. Everyone started writing. Lisa took her pen and began quickly. Alex was already on the second line.



I sat there and looked at the paper.



What is this? I thought.



Lisa looked at me.

Are you okay? she whispered.



I dont understand the task, I said quietly.




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