VPR 8 класс

Вариант №10

Задания

1. Аудирование

Ты услышишь объявление. В каждом утверждении A‑E выбери один правильный вариант ответа из четырёх предложенных (1, 2, 3 или 4).

A. The language school mostly works with …
B. The lessons at the language school are held …
C. Choose the false sentence.
D. The … language is not mentioned.
E. The experts at the language school can help you …

2. Чтение

Прочитай рассказ. Для каждого предложения A‑E выбери один правильный вариант ответа из четырёх предложенных (1, 2, 3 или 4).

A Funny Incident

Mrs. Lawrence was known as a pleasant chemistry teacher who always seemed to have love for drama. One sunny afternoon, she decided to conduct a small outdoor science experiment for her teen students. The plan was to demonstrate the effects of chemical reactions using a little baking soda and vinegar. With her trusty assistant — a large balloon filled with baking soda — she confidently outlined the details, her enthusiasm was infectious.

When Mrs. Lawrence began her demonstration, her excitement reached its peak. She theatrically poured vinegar into the balloon, intending to create a colossal hiss. In the heat of her enthusiasm, she ignored the main rule of explosive chemical reactions: never mix vinegar with too much liquid. Suddenly, the balloon burst with a loud pop, throwing up a geyser of foamy liquid around her. The students couldn't help but laugh when Mrs. Lawrence, covered with a mixture of sticky vinegar and baking soda, looked like she had just gone through a car wash with foam.

Realizing that she had inadvertently become the star of her own farcical comedy, Mr. Lawrence laughed with her students. She wiped a trickle of bubbly liquid from her forehead and said: "Well, this is one of the ways to make science memorable!" Instead of feeling embarrassed, she turned this incident into an instructive moment. While the students were still giggling, she explained what was behind the incident, providing the remaining class with not only an interesting story, but also a deeper understanding of chemical reactions.

From that day on, Mrs. Lawrence became a kind of legend at the school, and the children were enthusiastic about scientific experiments, especially those that were accompanied by a healthy amount of humor. From time to time, her students jokingly asked if she would "blow up balloons" in the next class. Mrs. Lawrence just smiled, playfully reminding them that, although science can be difficult, it's always more fun when you accept the unexpected, especially when it causes a hearty laugh and unforgettable memories.

A. Mrs. Lawrence was known for ...
B. For her outdoor science experiment Mrs. Lawrence used ...
C. Choose the true sentence.
D. When the balloon burst the students ...
E. Mrs. Lawrence turned the incident into a teachable moment ...

3. Грамматика и лексика

Прочитай текст. Преобразуй слова, напечатанные заглавными буквами после пропусков, так, чтобы они грамматически соответствовали содержанию текста. Заполни пропуски полученными словами.

Films

The film industry has a power to shape teenage culture, providing not only entertainment, but also being a mirror reflecting the A__ of teenage life. Thanks to the variety of plots, the films resonate with the hopes, problems and dreams of young viewers, creating a sense of connection and understanding. Personally, my favorite genres are coming-of-age dramas and exciting sci-fi adventures. I B__ interested in sci-fi films for two years. Futuristic concepts and complex technologies encourage me to think beyond the limitations of the present. Meanwhile, dramas about C__ resonate deeply, as they often touch on themes of self-identification, friendship and the challenges of growing up, which allows me to feel connected to the D__ travels on a personal level. The combination of E__ genres is not only entertaining, but also helps me navigate my own experiences and aspirations during this crucial period of my life.

DIFFICULTY

4. Письмо

Напишите письмо объёмом 90–110 слов, ответьте на три вопроса. Пишите ответ по правилам оформления письма. Не пишите адрес и дату. Не забудьте поблагодарить друга за полученное письмо и написать, что ждёте от него ответного письма.

Письмо-стимул:
From: Edwin@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@mail.ru
Subject: Laziness

... It is Sunday today. I have some homework to do ... but I feel so lazy! I put it off again and again because of my favourite series which is on TV now. Do you often put off doing things? What do you do when you feel lazy? What helps you to overcome laziness?