You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Alex:

From: Alex@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Relationships

…Relationships with family and friends are very important. For me, having a supportive family means a lot. Do you have strong relationships with your parents? What is more important for you, family or friends? Is it easy for you to make friends? Why?
By the way, I recently had a family dinner…

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Sofi:

From: Sofi@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Ecology

…Recently, I’ve become very interested in environmental issues. In your opinion, what are the most serious ecological problems in your country? Do people in your area try to be more eco-friendly? What can young people do to help the environment?
By the way, I’ve just watched a fascinating documentary about climate change…

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Susan:

From: Susan@mail.uk

To: Russian_friend@ege.ru

Subject: duties

… I had a fight with my parents yesterday because I didn't wash the dishes yesterday. I was very tired after training and was late for lessons. What household duties should you do? What chores are done by you? Would it make you happy if you could give up doing the household chores?

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend William:

From: William@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Hobbies

…You know that I love trying new things and a month ago I signed up for guitar lessons. Music that you play yourself gives you incredible emotions. Do you have any hobbies? Why have you chosen your particular hobby? What advice could you give to people who can’t find an appropriate activity for themselves?

I won the Physics Olympiad last week. It was really hard…

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Nancy:

From: Nancy@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: School

…When I think about leaving school, it is clear that I will really miss my school friends, classes and teachers. They are so important to me. We seem to be very friendly and enjoy participating in all school activities. What does school mean to you? Do you feel the same about this? Do you think you will miss school? Are you going to meet your school friends after leaving?

I have lived in Britain most of my life, but I would really like to travel to other countries…

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— ask 3 questions about her travelling plans.

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Mark:

From: Mark@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Local culture

…Yesterday a regional festival of traditional crafts took place near where I live. It was amazing! What kinds of cultural events are organized in your area? How frequently do you attend such local events? In your opinion, is it important for teenagers to participate in local cultural events, and why?
I’ve just finished watching an interesting film…

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Sofi:

From: Sofi@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: People

…I believe that how people look can say a lot about them, but personality traits matter even more. Do you pay attention to someone’s appearance or their character first? Can you describe a person you admire? What qualities do you think are most important in a person?
By the way, I’ve recently read an interesting book about psychology...

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— ask 3 questions about the book

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Sofi:

From: Sofi@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Communication

…Nowadays, people use many ways to communicate, but I think face-to-face conversations are the most meaningful. What do you think is the best way to communicate — online or in person? Why? Have you ever had a misunderstanding because of online messages? How did you solve it?
By the way, I’ve recently watched an interesting documentary...

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Will:

From: Will@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Football

…I was selected to play in our school’s football team! Do you like football? What sports do you do? Are you a fan of team sports?

My parents gave me a new camera for my birthday…

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Mary:

From: Mary@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Trip dilemma

…I’ve been thinking about the fact if I should stay in Britain for studying or go to Spain for six months and get out of my comfort zone. What would you do if you were me? Have you ever been abroad? If yes, where have you been to? Where would you like to go?

I started learning Turkish yesterday…

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Felicia:

From: Felicia@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Vacation

…I’m thinking about finding new places to explore. Do you have any recommendations? If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would it be? What was your favorite trip ever, near or far, that you remember? What is your favorite activity on vacation?

By the way, I took part in our class drama project...

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Greg:

From: Greg@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Hiking

…I recently went hiking in the mountains with my friends. It was great! Are you a fan of hiking? Are there any good places for hiking in your city? Who would you go hiking with?

I started listening to a new podcast about wildlife…

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Joseph:
From: Joseph@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Astronomy

…Last week we saw a planetarium show where we listened to an astronomy talk.
Is there a planetarium in your city? What planetarium programme would you like to see? What do you know about the past, present and future of astronomy?
My elder cousin entered university last month…

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Julia:

From: Julia@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Culture

…I have recently watched a movie about the Russian culture...
Do you think it is important to preserve the cultural heritage of your country? Do you know any famous Russian cultural figures? What are they famous for? What is your favourite cultural institution (museums, libraries, theaters, etc.) in Russia and why do you like it?
By the way, I have just finished my History project…

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You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Susan:

From: Susan@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@ege.ru
Subject: Overloaded Schedule

…Now, when the academic year is over, I feel terribly tired. I think that is because my schedule has been overloaded.
What is an overloaded schedule for you? What are the negative effects of the overloaded schedule? How do I stop overloading my schedule?
My father has booked a family horseback riding tour…

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— ask 3 questions about the riding tour.

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