Топик: Билеты по английскому языку для 9 класса (2002г.)

Have you ever traveled abroad? Which do you think is better: to travel abroad or to travel around your own country? Give your reasons.

What are the most popular tourist attractions in Russia? What do you think attracts people to these places? What places do foreigners associate with Russia?

What places connected with famous people would you recommend your foreign friends to visit?

Do you think your home town is worth visiting by tourists? Why?

6.Every country is special. What comes to your mind, when you think of the UK/the USA and its people?

What are the symbols of the UK/the USA?

What places of the UK/the USA attract tourists? What places in the UK/the USA and its capital would you like to visit? Why?

What are the most common stereotypes about the UK/the USA and its people that you know?

What do foreigners think about the UK/the USA?

What image of the UK/the USA do you have?

What can traditional British/American clothing tell about the UK/the USA?

What souvenirs from the UK/the USA would you bring back to Russia?

7.Each country takes pride in its own achievements and success. What makes you feel proud of your country?

What do you like about your country (sights, most positive traits of the national character, outstanding people, literature, arts, architecture, science, traditions, sports achievements, Russian traditional food, music, Russian products)?

What top ten items would you include on the list of Russia `s best things and achievements? Why?

Are you proud of your home town? Why?

8.What famous people from Russia would you tell your foreign friends about? Which famous British and American people do you admire? What made/makes them famous?

What great Russian writers are admired and remembered by Russians? How are famous Russians honored in this country?

What Russian musicians do you think are recognized all over the world?

What Russian sports figures are you proud of?

Which Russians have been (worn Noble) Prizes? In what field?

Which British/American people do you know? Why are they famous? How do you think they are honored in their countries?

9.What would you tell your foreign friends about traditional Russian holidays and celebrations? What do you think your British/American friends will tell you about their traditional holidays and celebrations?

What are the most popular Russian holidays and celebrations? How are days such as New Year `s Day, Christmas, Old New Year `s Eve, Epiphany, Shrovetide and one `s name-day celebrated in Russia (in your home town, in your family)? What activities are connected with these days? What traditional dishes are served on these days?

What do you wear for different occasions?

What gifts do you usually give to your friends /relatives at different celebrations?

Is celebrating important to you? Why? What is your favorite holiday or celebration? Why? What British/American holidays and celebrations do you like? What traditions are connected with them? Which of them would you like to celebrate in Russia?

10.You are going to spend a month with an American or British family. What do you think will be interesting for your host family to learn about you?

How do you usually introduce yourself to other people (name, age, birth place, home address)?