Бесплатный фрагмент - Разговорный английский для взрослых
Практические уроки для начинающих, которые хотят говорить уверенно
Предисловие
Изучение английского языка — это увлекательное и полезное занятие, открывающее новые возможности для общения, работы, путешествий и личного развития. Эта книга создана для взрослых изучающих английский на начальном уровне (A1), кто стремится не только выучить базовую лексику и грамматику, но и развить навыки повседневного общения.
Структура книги построена таким образом, чтобы учащийся постепенно и системно осваивал материал: каждая глава содержит объяснение грамматических конструкций на русском языке, иллюстративные примеры, текст на английском с повторением изученных структур, список полезной лексики и выражений, а также упражнения для закрепления знаний. Особое внимание уделено практическому использованию языка: здесь нет сложных теоретических рассуждений, все примеры и задания соответствуют реальной повседневной ситуации.
В конце книги собраны отдельные справочные разделы: полезные выражения с модальными глаголами can, should, have / have to, коллокации и фразы для рассказа о себе. Эти материалы служат удобной шпаргалкой, которая позволяет быстро повторить и закрепить ключевые конструкции, а также применять их в разговоре.
Цель данной книги — помочь взрослым учащимся почувствовать уверенность в английском языке, развить навыки говорения и письма, а также создать прочную основу для дальнейшего изучения. Каждый шаг здесь рассчитан на постепенное освоение материала, при этом сохраняется интерес к языку и мотивация учиться.
Желаю успехов!
Chapter 1: Hello! Nice to Meet You
Grammar Focus: Verb to be (am / is / are)
Глагол to be — базовый глагол в английском языке.
Он используется, чтобы:
представиться
сказать, откуда вы
рассказать о работе
описать состояние
В английском предложении глагол всегда обязателен.
Формы глагола to be в настоящем времени:
I am (I’m) — я
You are (You’re) — ты / вы
He is (He’s) — он
She is (She’s) — она
It is (It’s) — это
We are (We’re) — мы
They are (They’re) — они
Примеры:
I am Anna. — Я Анна.
I am from Russia. — Я из России.
You are my colleague. — Ты мой коллега.
She is a manager. — Она менеджер.
They are friendly. — Они дружелюбные.
Важно помнить:
Нельзя сказать I Anna или She manager.
В реальной речи чаще используются сокращения: I’m, you’re, he’s.
Глагол to be часто используется в знакомствах и первых разговорах.
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I am 34 years old. I am from Russia. I live in Moscow. I work in an international company. English is important for my job.
Today is my first day at work. I meet new people in the office. My colleagues are friendly and polite. My manager is Tom. He is from the UK. He is calm and helpful.
I am a little nervous, but I am happy to be here. People ask me simple questions. They ask, «What is your name?» and «Where are you from?» I answer slowly, but I feel more confident.
At lunch, we talk about work and everyday life. English is not easy, but it is interesting. I understand some words, and I ask for help when I don’t understand.
At the end of the day, I am tired, but proud. I am ready to learn English and speak with people.
Useful Words and Expressions
name — имя
from — из
live — жить
work — работать
company — компания
important — важный
first day — первый день
meet — встречать, знакомиться
people — люди
colleague — коллега
manager — менеджер
friendly — дружелюбный
nervous — нервный
happy — счастливый
ask — спрашивать
understand — понимать
tired — уставший
ready — готовый
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
I ___ from Russia.
She ___ my manager.
We ___ colleagues.
He ___ friendly and helpful.
They ___ ready to learn English.
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
I (am / is) Anna.
She (are / is) from the UK.
They (am / are) friendly people.
We (is / are) at work today.
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer the questions. Use 1–2 short sentences.
What is your name?
Where are you from?
Where do you live?
Do you work or study?
Is English important for you?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
I am from Russia.
She is my manager.
We are colleagues.
He is friendly and helpful.
They are ready to learn English.
Exercise 2
I am Anna.
She is from the UK.
They are friendly people.
We are at work today.
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
My name is Anna. I am 34 years old.
I am from Russia.
I live in Moscow.
I work in an office.
Yes, English is important for me. I need it for work.
Learning Tips
Говори про себя вслух: I am at home. I am tired.
Используй to be каждый день в простых фразах.
Не бойся делать паузы — медленная речь для A1 это нормально.
Chapter 2: Personal Information
Grammar Focus: Possessive Adjectives (my / your / his / her)
Притяжательные прилагательные используются, чтобы сказать, кому что принадлежит: имя, номер телефона, работа, информация о человеке.
Они всегда стоят перед существительным.
Основные формы:
my — мой / моя
your — твой / ваш
his — его
her — её
our — наш
their — их
Примеры:
My name is Anna. — Меня зовут Анна.
Your phone number is correct. — Твой номер телефона правильный.
His job is interesting. — Его работа интересная.
Her information is simple. — Её информация простая.
Важно помнить:
My ≠ I, your ≠ you
В английском не говорят name of me — говорят my name
Притяжательные прилагательные не меняются по роду и числу
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna Petrova. I am from Russia. I live in Moscow. I work in a small company.
Today I fill in a form at work. The form is simple, but important. I write my name, my phone number, and my job. I also write my department.
My colleague helps me. Her name is Olga. Her English is good. She asks me simple questions and speaks slowly. This helps me feel calm.
The manager checks the form. His questions are short and clear. Everything is correct. My information is ready.
Now I feel more confident. I can talk about myself and give my personal information in English.
Useful Words and Expressions
personal information — личная информация
name — имя
phone number — номер телефона
job — работа
company — компания
form — анкета, форма
fill in — заполнять
department — отдел
colleague — коллега
manager — менеджер
help — помогать
question — вопрос
correct — правильный
calm — спокойный
confident — уверенный
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
___ name is Anna.
This is ___ phone number. (you)
He likes ___ job.
She works in ___ department.
We fill in ___ form.
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
(My / I) name is Anna.
She checks (her / she) phone number.
This is (his / he) job.
(Our / We) company is small.
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer the questions. Use 1–2 short sentences.
What is your full name?
Where are you from?
Where do you live?
What is your phone number?
What is your job?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
My name is Anna.
This is your phone number.
He likes his job.
She works in her department.
We fill in our form.
Exercise 2
My name is Anna.
She checks her phone number.
This is his job.
Our company is small.
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
My full name is Anna Petrova.
I am from Russia.
I live in Moscow.
My phone number is…
My job is an office manager.
Learning Tips
Учись говорить готовыми фразами: my name, my job, my phone number
Повторяй свою информацию вслух каждый день
Представляй реальные ситуации: работа, анкета, знакомство
Chapter 3: Countries and Nationalities
Grammar Focus: Countries, Nationalities and «to be»
Мы используем названия стран и национальностей, чтобы сказать, откуда человек.
В английском языке:
страна — существительное
национальность — прилагательное
Национальности всегда пишутся с заглавной буквы
Примеры:
I am from Russia. — Я из России.
She is from France. — Она из Франции.
She is French. — Она француженка.
Важно помнить:
Мы говорим from + country
Мы говорим to be + nationality
В английском нет рода: Russian — и для мужчин, и для женщин
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I am from Russia. I am Russian. I live in Moscow.
I work in an international company. People in my team are from different countries. My manager is from the UK. He is British. My colleague Maria is from Spain. She is Spanish.
At work, we speak English every day. We talk about our countries and our culture. People ask me, «Where are you from?» I say, «I am from Russia.» They also ask, «Are you Russian?» I say, «Yes, I am.»
I like to learn about other countries. English helps me talk to people from different places. Now I feel more confident when I speak about my country and my nationality.
Useful Words and Expressions
country — страна
nationality — национальность
from — из
live — жить
work — работать
international — международный
team — команда
different — разный
manager — менеджер
colleague — коллега
culture — культура
speak — говорить
ask — спрашивать
confident — уверенный
Common Countries and Nationalities
Russia — Russian
the UK — British
the USA — American
France — French
Spain — Spanish
Germany — German
Italy — Italian
China — Chinese
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
I am from ___. (Russia)
I am ___. (Russian)
She is from ___. (France)
She is ___. (French)
They are from the ___. (USA)
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
I am (Russia / Russian).
He is from (Germany / German).
She is (Italian / Italy).
They are from (Spain / Spanish).
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer the questions. Use 1–2 short sentences.
Where are you from?
What is your nationality?
Where do you live now?
Do you work with people from other countries?
Is English important for international communication?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
I am from Russia.
I am Russian.
She is from France.
She is French.
They are from the USA.
Exercise 2
I am Russian.
He is from Germany.
She is Italian.
They are from Spain.
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
I am from Russia.
I am Russian.
I live in Moscow.
Yes, I work with people from different countries.
Yes, English is important for international communication.
Learning Tips
Учи парами: Russia — Russian, France — French
Повторяй вслух страны и национальности каждый день
Chapter 4: Numbers and How to Read Them
Grammar Focus: Numbers (0–100) and How to Say Them
Числа важны в повседневной жизни: возраст, цены, адреса, время.
В английском языке:
0–20 читаются отдельно
21–99 читаются как «десятки + единицы»
Используется дефис между десятками и единицами: twenty-one, thirty-five
Основные числа
0–20:
0 — zero
1 — one
2 — two
3 — three
4 — four
5 — five
6 — six
7 — seven
8 — eight
9 — nine
10 — ten
11 — eleven
12 — twelve
13 — thirteen
14 — fourteen
15 — fifteen
16 — sixteen
17 — seventeen
18 — eighteen
19 — nineteen
20 — twenty
Десятки до 100:
30 — thirty
40 — forty
50 — fifty
60 — sixty
70 — seventy
80 — eighty
90 — ninety
100 — one hundred
Как читать числа 21–99:
Берём десятки и единицы через дефис:
21 — twenty-one
34 — thirty-four
58 — fifty-eight
99 — ninety-nine
Useful Words and Expressions
number — число, номер
age — возраст
price — цена
address — адрес
zero — ноль
one — один
two — два
ten — десять
twenty — двадцать
thirty — тридцать
forty — сорок
fifty — пятьдесят
sixty — шестьдесят
seventy — семьдесят
eighty — восемьдесят
ninety — девяносто
hundred — сто
how to read — как читать
spell — произносить
repeat — повторять
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I am 34 years old. I like learning numbers in English.
Today I practice numbers from 0 to 100. I say numbers slowly. I start from zero, one, two, three, four. I continue to ten, twenty, thirty. I practice twenty-one, thirty-four, forty-eight. Numbers with tens and units are easy if I speak clearly.
At work, I use numbers every day. I read prices, dates, and ages. I ask people, «What number is this?» and they answer slowly. I repeat the numbers and check that I understand.
Numbers are important for life and work. Now I feel more confident when I speak about numbers in English.
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
I am ___ years old. (use a number 0–100)
Ten + three = ___
Forty + seven = ___
Twenty-one = ___ + ___ (tens + units)
Ninety-nine = ___ + ___
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
15 is (fifteen / fifty)
40 is (four / forty)
23 is (twenty-three / twenty-three-four)
58 is (fifty-eight / five-eight)
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer with numbers.
How old are you?
How many people are in your family?
What is your favorite number?
How many days are in a week?
How many months are in a year?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
I am 34 years old.
Ten + three = 13
Forty + seven = 47
Twenty-one = twenty + one
Ninety-nine = ninety + nine
Exercise 2
fifteen
forty
twenty-three
fifty-eight
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
I am 34 years old.
There are 4 people in my family.
My favorite number is 7.
There are 7 days in a week.
There are 12 months in a year.
Learning Tips
Читай числа вслух каждый день, особенно десятки + единицы
Сначала медленно, потом постепенно ускоряйся
Используй числа в реальной жизни: возраст, цены, даты
Chapter 5: Dates
Grammar Focus: Days, Months, and Years
Чтобы говорить о датах, нужно знать дни недели, месяцы и числа.
Days of the Week (Дни недели)
Monday — понедельник
Tuesday — вторник
Wednesday — среда
Thursday — четверг
Friday — пятница
Saturday — суббота
Sunday — воскресенье
Months of the Year (Месяцы)
January — январь
February — февраль
March — март
April — апрель
May — май
June — июнь
July — июль
August — август
September — сентябрь
October — октябрь
November — ноябрь
December — декабрь
How to say dates
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th… 31st
Формат: day + month + year
5th March 2026 — пятое марта 2026
21st July 1990 — двадцать первое июля 1990
В разговорной речи можно сказать: «the fifth of March, twenty twenty-six»
Важно помнить:
В английском порядковые числа: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th…
Месяцы всегда с заглавной буквы
Год читается по цифрам или парами: 2026 — twenty twenty-six
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I am from Russia. Today I learn how to say dates in English.
I want to say my birthday. I say: «My birthday is the 15th of May, 1990.» My colleague asks, «When is your holiday?» I answer: «It is on the 1st of January.»
We also talk about weekdays. I say: «I work from Monday to Friday. I rest on Saturday and Sunday.»
I practice reading dates and years slowly. I feel more confident when I can say birthdays, holidays, and weekdays in English.
Useful Words and Expressions
day — день
week — неделя
Monday, Tuesday… — дни недели
month — месяц
January, February… — месяцы
year — год
birthday — день рождения
holiday — праздник
today — сегодня
yesterday — вчера
tomorrow — завтра
first, second, third… — первый, второй, третий…
date — дата
to say — говорить
confident — уверенный
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
Today is ___. (day of the week)
My birthday is the ___ of May. (number)
The holiday is on the ___ of January.
I work from ___ to ___. (days of the week)
The year is ___. (four digits)
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
1st of March = (the first / the tenth) of March
21st July = (twenty-first / twenty-first first) July
1990 = (nineteen ninety / nineteen hundred ninety)
I rest on (Monday / Sunday)
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer the questions. Use 1–2 short sentences.
What is your birthday?
What day is today?
What day was yesterday?
What day will be tomorrow?
Do you know any holidays in your country?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
Today is Monday.
My birthday is the 15th of May.
The holiday is on the 1st of January.
I work from Monday to Friday.
The year is 2026.
Exercise 2
the first of March
twenty-first July
nineteen ninety
Sunday
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
My birthday is the 15th of May.
Today is Monday.
Yesterday was Sunday.
Tomorrow will be Tuesday.
Yes, I know New Year and Victory Day in Russia.
Learning Tips
Учите дни недели и месяцы наизусть, проговаривая вслух
Практикуйтесь говорить даты и дни рождения медленно
Используйте реальные даты: свой день рождения, праздники, события
Chapter 6: Daily Routine
Grammar Focus: Present Simple for Daily Habits
Мы используем Present Simple, чтобы говорить о повседневных действиях: что мы делаем каждый день.
Основные правила:
I / You / We / They + base verb
I wake up at 7 a.m.
They go to work at 9 a.m.
He / She / It + verb + s
She drinks coffee in the morning.
He works in an office.
Часто используемые слова (frequency words):
always — всегда
usually — обычно
often — часто
sometimes — иногда
never — никогда
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I live in Moscow. I have a daily routine.
I wake up at 7 a.m. I always drink a cup of coffee. I usually take a shower and get dressed. Then I eat breakfast. I go to work at 9 a.m. I work in an international company. I often have meetings and talk to my colleagues.
I have lunch at 1 p.m. After work, I sometimes go to the gym or walk in the park. I usually cook dinner at 7 p.m. In the evening, I read books or watch TV. I go to bed at 11 p.m.
I like my routine. It helps me feel organized and calm.
Useful Words and Expressions
wake up — просыпаться
get dressed — одеваться
take a shower — принять душ
eat breakfast / lunch / dinner — завтракать / обедать / ужинать
go to work — идти на работу
work — работать
have meetings — проводить встречи
talk — разговаривать
go to the gym — ходить в спортзал
walk — гулять
cook — готовить
read — читать
watch TV — смотреть телевизор
go to bed — ложиться спать
always — всегда
usually — обычно
often — часто
sometimes — иногда
never — никогда
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
I ___ up at 7 a.m. (wake)
She ___ coffee in the morning. (drink)
We ___ to work at 9 a.m. (go)
He ___ dinner at 7 p.m. (cook)
I ___ books in the evening. (read)
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
She (drink / drinks) tea every morning.
They (go / goes) to work at 8 a.m.
I (watch / watches) TV in the evening.
He (take / takes) a shower at 7 a.m.
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer the questions. Use 1–2 short sentences.
What time do you usually wake up?
What do you eat for breakfast?
Do you go to work or study?
What do you do after work or school?
What time do you usually go to bed?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
I wake up at 7 a.m.
She drinks coffee in the morning.
We go to work at 9 a.m.
He cooks dinner at 7 p.m.
I read books in the evening.
Exercise 2
She drinks tea every morning.
They go to work at 8 a.m.
I watch TV in the evening.
He takes a shower at 7 a.m.
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
I usually wake up at 7 a.m.
I eat eggs and toast for breakfast.
I go to work.
After work, I usually walk or read.
I usually go to bed at 11 p.m.
Learning Tips
Используй frequency words каждый день: always, usually, sometimes
Проговаривай свою ежедневную рутину вслух
Старайся использовать Present Simple при рассказе о себе
Chapter 7: Time and Days of the Week
Grammar Focus: Telling Time and Using Days
Чтобы говорить о времени, нужно знать:
часы и минуты
утро / день / вечер
дни недели
Telling Time (Часы)
Формула:
hour + minutes + (a.m./p.m.)
Например:
7:00 a.m. — seven o’clock in the morning
1:15 p.m. — one fifteen in the afternoon
6:30 p.m. — six thirty in the evening
Полезные выражения:
half past seven — половина восьмого (7:30)
quarter past two — четверть третьего (2:15)
quarter to five — без четверти пять (4:45)
Days of the Week (Дни недели)
Monday — понедельник
Tuesday — вторник
Wednesday — среда
Thursday — четверг
Friday — пятница
Saturday — суббота
Sunday — воскресенье
Важно:
Дни недели с заглавной буквы
В вопросах о времени часто используют: What time is it? / When do you…?
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I live in Moscow. I like to know the time and days of the week.
I wake up at 7:00 a.m. on weekdays. I go to work at 9:00 a.m. On Mondays, I have meetings. On Wednesdays, I visit my colleagues. On Fridays, I finish work early.
At the weekend, I usually sleep longer. On Saturday, I go shopping. On Sunday, I relax at home. I always check the time: Is it half past ten? I like to be on time. Time and days help me organize my week.
Useful Words and Expressions
time — время
hour — час
minute — минута
o’clock — ровно (час)
half past — половина
quarter past — четверть после
quarter to — без четверти
morning — утро
afternoon — день
evening — вечер
night — ночь
weekday — будний день
weekend — выходные
Monday, Tuesday… — дни недели
on Monday — в понедельник
schedule — расписание
meeting — встреча
visit — навещать, посещать
organize — организовывать
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
I wake up at ___ a.m.
My meeting is at ___ p.m.
Today is ___ (day of the week)
On ___ I visit my friends.
The weekend is ___ and ___.
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
7:30 = (half past seven / quarter past seven)
2:15 = (quarter past two / quarter to three)
4:45 = (quarter to five / quarter past five)
On weekdays, I (sleep / work)
Saturday and Sunday are (weekdays / weekend)
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer with time and days.
What time do you wake up?
What day is today?
When do you go to work or school?
What do you do on weekends?
What time do you usually go to bed?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
I wake up at 7:00 a.m.
My meeting is at 1:15 p.m.
Today is Monday
On Wednesday I visit my friends.
The weekend is Saturday and Sunday
Exercise 2
half past seven
quarter past two
quarter to five
work
weekend
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
I wake up at 7:00 a.m.
Today is Monday.
I go to work at 9:00 a.m.
On weekends, I usually rest or go shopping.
I usually go to bed at 11:00 p.m.
Learning Tips
Практикуйте время вслух, особенно half past и quarter to
Говорите о своей неделе, используя дни недели и время
Chapter 8: Free Time and Hobbies
Grammar Focus: Talking About Hobbies and Free Time (Present Simple)
Мы используем Present Simple, чтобы говорить о привычках, увлечениях и свободном времени.
Основные правила:
I / You / We / They + base verb
I read books in my free time.
They play football on weekends.
He / She / It + verb + s
She listens to music every evening.
He watches TV on Sundays.
Частотные слова (frequency words):
always — всегда
usually — обычно
often — часто
sometimes — иногда
never — никогда
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I live in Moscow. I have free time after work.
In my free time, I like to read books and listen to music. I usually read in the evening. I often watch TV on weekends. Sometimes I go to the cinema with my friends.
I like sports too. I play tennis once a week. I never play football, but I enjoy watching it on TV. My hobbies help me relax and feel happy.
Talking about free time and hobbies is important. I can tell my friends what I like to do and ask about their hobbies.
Useful Words and Expressions
free time — свободное время
hobby — хобби, увлечение
read — читать
listen to music — слушать музыку
watch TV — смотреть телевизор
go to the cinema — ходить в кино
play sports — заниматься спортом
play tennis — играть в теннис
play football — играть в футбол
swim — плавать
dance — танцевать
cook — готовить
draw — рисовать
usually — обычно
often — часто
sometimes — иногда
never — никогда
relax — отдыхать
enjoy — наслаждаться
friend — друг
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
I ___ books in my free time. (read)
She ___ TV every evening. (watch)
We ___ tennis on weekends. (play)
He ___ music sometimes. (listen to)
I ___ football. (never/play)
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
I (play / plays) football on Sundays.
She (listen / listens) to music every day.
They (go / goes) to the cinema sometimes.
He (watch / watches) TV in the evening.
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer with 1–2 short sentences.
What do you like to do in your free time?
Do you like reading books?
What sports do you play?
Do you go to the cinema? How often?
What hobby makes you happy?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
I read books in my free time.
She watches TV every evening.
We play tennis on weekends.
He listens to music sometimes.
I never play football.
Exercise 2
I play football on Sundays.
She listens to music every day.
They go to the cinema sometimes.
He watches TV in the evening.
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
I like to read books in my free time.
Yes, I like reading books.
I play tennis and swim.
Yes, I go to the cinema sometimes.
Painting makes me happy.
Learning Tips
Говорите о своих хобби вслух каждый день
Используйте frequency words: always, usually, sometimes, never
Составьте список своих хобби и спрашивайте друзей: What do you like to do in your free time?
Chapter 9: Family and Relationships
Grammar Focus: Talking About Family (Present Simple)
Мы используем Present Simple, чтобы говорить о семье и привычках родственников.
Основные правила:
I / You / We / They + base verb
I live with my parents.
They visit their grandparents.
He / She / It + verb + s
She has two sisters.
He likes his brother.
Полезные слова для отношений:
mother — мать
father — отец
parents — родители
brother — брат
sister — сестра
grandmother / grandfather — бабушка / дедушка
aunt / uncle — тётя / дядя
cousin — двоюродный брат / сестра
husband / wife — муж / жена
son / daughter — сын / дочь
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I live in Russia. I have a small family.
I have a mother and a father. My mother is a teacher. My father works in an office. I have one brother and one sister. My brother is 30 years old. He works in a bank. My sister is 25 years old. She is a nurse.
I often visit my grandparents. They live in the countryside. I like spending time with my family. We eat dinner together and talk about our day. Family is very important. It helps me feel happy and safe.
Useful Words and Expressions
family — семья
mother — мать
father — отец
parents — родители
brother — брат
sister — сестра
grandmother — бабушка
grandfather — дедушка
aunt — тётя
uncle — дядя
cousin — двоюродный брат / сестра
husband — муж
wife — жена
son — сын
daughter — дочь
live — жить
visit — навещать
important — важный
together — вместе
safe — в безопасности
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
I have a ___ and a ___. (brother / sister)
My ___ works in an office. (father / mother)
I often visit my ___. (grandparents)
My cousin is my ___. (relative)
Family is very ___. (important)
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
She (has / have) two brothers.
I (live / lives) with my parents.
He (like / likes) his family.
They (visit / visits) their grandparents on weekends.
My father (work / works) in an office.
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer with 1–2 short sentences.
Who is in your family?
Do you have any brothers or sisters?
Do you live with your parents?
Do you often visit your grandparents?
Who is your favorite family member and why?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
I have a brother and a sister.
My father works in an office.
I often visit my grandparents.
My cousin is my relative.
Family is very important.
Exercise 2
She has two brothers.
I live with my parents.
He likes his family.
They visit their grandparents on weekends.
My father works in an office.
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
My family has four people: mother, father, brother, and me.
Yes, I have one brother and one sister.
Yes, I live with my parents.
I visit my grandparents every weekend.
My mother is my favorite family member because she is kind and helpful.
Learning Tips
Говорите о своей семье вслух, используя Present Simple
Учите слова для родственников наизусть
Составьте маленький рассказ о своей семье и практикуйтесь с друзьями
Chapter 10: Home and Household
Grammar Focus: Talking About Your Home (Present Simple)
Мы используем Present Simple, чтобы описывать жильё, комнаты и действия дома.
Основные правила:
I / You / We / They + base verb
I live in an apartment.
We clean the house every week.
He / She / It + verb + s
She cooks dinner every evening.
He washes the dishes after lunch.
Часто используемые слова:
house — дом
apartment — квартира
room — комната
kitchen — кухня
bedroom — спальня
living room — гостиная
bathroom — ванная
furniture — мебель
bed — кровать
table — стол
chair — стул
sofa — диван
clean — убирать, чистить
cook — готовить
wash — мыть
do the dishes — мыть посуду
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I live in a small apartment in Moscow.
I have a living room, a kitchen, a bedroom, and a bathroom. I like my apartment because it is comfortable. I usually clean my home on weekends. I wash the dishes, sweep the floor, and make my bed.
In the kitchen, I cook dinner every evening. I often drink tea in the living room. My brother sometimes helps me with cleaning. We like spending time together at home.
A home is a place where I feel safe and happy. I like to keep it clean and organized.
Useful Words and Expressions
home — дом, квартира
apartment — квартира
house — дом
room — комната
kitchen — кухня
bedroom — спальня
living room — гостиная
bathroom — ванная
furniture — мебель
bed — кровать
table — стол
chair — стул
sofa — диван
clean — убирать, чистить
cook — готовить
wash — мыть
do the dishes — мыть посуду
sweep the floor — подметать пол
comfortable — комфортный
organized — организованный
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
I live in a ___. (house / apartment)
I have a ___ and a ___. (bedroom / kitchen)
I usually ___ my home on weekends. (clean)
I ___ dinner in the kitchen. (cook)
I ___ the dishes after meals. (wash / do)
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
She (cook / cooks) dinner every evening.
We (clean / cleans) the house on Saturdays.
He (wash / washes) the dishes after lunch.
I (like / likes) my living room.
My bedroom is (comfortable / comfort)
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer with 1–2 short sentences.
Do you live in a house or an apartment?
How many rooms are in your home?
What do you do at home on weekends?
Who helps you with household chores?
What is your favorite room and why?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
I live in an apartment.
I have a bedroom and a kitchen.
I usually clean my home on weekends.
I cook dinner in the kitchen.
I wash the dishes after meals.
Exercise 2
She cooks dinner every evening.
We clean the house on Saturdays.
He washes the dishes after lunch.
I like my living room.
My bedroom is comfortable.
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
I live in an apartment.
My home has three rooms: a bedroom, a kitchen, and a living room.
On weekends, I clean my apartment and cook dinner.
My brother sometimes helps me with cleaning.
My favorite room is the living room because it is comfortable.
Learning Tips
Проговаривайте названия комнат и мебели вслух
Составьте список своих ежедневных домашних дел
Практикуйте Present Simple, рассказывая о том, что вы делаете дома
Chapter 11: Places in the City
Grammar Focus: Talking About Places in the City (There is / There are)
Чтобы описывать, что есть в городе, мы используем there is / there are:
Основные правила
There is + singular noun (единственное число)
There is a bank in my street. — На моей улице есть банк.
There are + plural noun (множественное число)
There are many shops in the city centre. — В центре города много магазинов.
Вопросы:
Is there a post office near here? — Здесь рядом есть почта?
Are there any restaurants in this street? — На этой улице есть рестораны?
Отрицание:
There isn’t a school near my home. — Рядом со мной нет школы.
There aren’t any parks in this area. — В этом районе нет парков.
Useful Words / Places
city — город
town — город, небольшой
street — улица
road — дорога
park — парк
school — школа
university — университет
bank — банк
shop / store — магазин
restaurant — ресторан
cinema — кинотеатр
hospital — больница
post office — почта
library — библиотека
supermarket — супермаркет
church — церковь
museum — музей
near — рядом
far — далеко
centre — центр
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I live in Moscow. I like my city because there are many interesting places.
There is a big park near my home. I often go there for a walk. There are two supermarkets on my street. There is also a post office and a bank.
In the city centre, there are many shops, restaurants, and cinemas. I like going to the library and museums. My favourite place is the park because I can relax there.
I can ask: Is there a restaurant near here? and Are there any shops on this street? Knowing these phrases helps me find places in the city easily.
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
There ___ a park near my home. (is / are)
There ___ two banks in the city centre. (is / are)
There ___ a hospital on my street. (is / are)
There ___ any cinemas in my neighbourhood. (is / are)
There ___ a post office near here. (is / are)
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
There (is / are) a supermarket in my street.
There (is / are) many restaurants in the city centre.
There (is / are) a library near my house.
There (is / are) two churches in this town.
There (is / are) a cinema near the park.
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer with 1–2 short sentences.
Is there a park near your home?
Are there any supermarkets in your street?
What is your favourite place in your city?
Is there a library near your school or work?
Are there many restaurants in your city?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
There is a park near my home.
There are two banks in the city centre.
There is a hospital on my street.
There aren’t any cinemas in my neighbourhood.
There is a post office near here.
Exercise 2
There is a supermarket in my street.
There are many restaurants in the city centre.
There is a library near my house.
There are two churches in this town.
There is a cinema near the park.
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
Yes, there is a park near my home.
Yes, there are two supermarkets in my street.
My favourite place in my city is the park because it is quiet.
Yes, there is a library near my school.
Yes, there are many restaurants in my city.
Learning Tips
Практикуйте there is / there are с разными местами в своём городе
Составьте список своего района: что есть рядом, что далеко
Используйте вопросы: Is there…? / Are there…?, чтобы ориентироваться в городе
Chapter 12: Directions and Transport
Grammar Focus: Asking and Giving Directions / Using Transport Vocabulary
1. Asking for Directions
Excuse me, where is…? — Извините, где находится…?
How can I get to…? — Как мне добраться до…?
Is it far from here? — Это далеко отсюда?
2. Giving Directions
Go straight — Идите прямо
Turn left / Turn right — Поверните налево / направо
It’s on the left / on the right — Это слева / справа
Next to / near / opposite — Рядом с / возле / напротив
3. Talking About Transport
I go to work by bus. — Я езжу на работу на автобусе.
He takes the metro to school. — Он ездит в школу на метро.
We walk to the park. — Мы идём в парк пешком.
Useful Words and Expressions
directions — направление, указания
transport — транспорт
bus — автобус
metro / subway — метро
train — поезд
taxi — такси
car — машина
bike — велосипед
walk — идти пешком
street — улица
road — дорога
square — площадь
park — парк
bridge — мост
next to — рядом с
near — недалеко
opposite — напротив
left — налево
right — направо
straight — прямо
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I live in Moscow. I like to explore the city.
When I go to a new place, I ask for directions. I usually say: Excuse me, where is the park? The people tell me: Go straight and turn left. It’s next to the library.
I often use transport. I go to work by bus. Sometimes I take the metro. On weekends, I walk to the park or ride my bike. I like to know the streets, squares, and bridges in my city. Directions and transport are important. They help me move around the city easily and safely.
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
I usually go to work by ___. (bus / car)
She takes the ___ to school. (metro / train)
We walk ___ to the park. (straight / left)
Turn ___ at the corner. (left / right)
The library is ___ the park. (next to / opposite)
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
Go (straight / left) and turn right.
The museum is (next to / far from) the cinema.
I go to work (by bus / on foot).
He takes the (train / taxi) to school.
The square is (near / behind) the bridge.
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer with 1–2 short sentences.
How do you go to work or school?
Is there a park near your home?
How can you get to the nearest shop?
Do you prefer walking, bus, or taxi? Why?
Can you give directions from your home to the nearest library or school?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
I usually go to work by bus.
She takes the metro to school.
We walk straight to the park.
Turn left at the corner.
The library is next to the park.
Exercise 2
Go straight and turn right.
The museum is next to the cinema.
I go to work by bus.
He takes the train to school.
The square is near the bridge.
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
I go to work by bus.
Yes, there is a park near my home.
Go straight and turn left. The shop is next to the bank.
I prefer walking because it is healthy.
From my home, go straight, turn right, and the library is on the left.
Learning Tips
Практикуйте фразы для спрашивания и дачи направлений вслух
Используйте there is / there are вместе с транспортом и местами
Нарисуйте маленькую карту вашего района и отметьте дома, магазины, парки, дороги
Chapter 13: Shops and Services
Grammar Focus: Talking About Shops and Services / Present Simple
Мы используем Present Simple, чтобы описывать магазины, услуги и действия людей:
Основные правила
I / You / We / They + base verb
I buy vegetables at the supermarket.
They visit the post office every week.
He / She / It + verb + s
She works in a bank.
He goes to the pharmacy every Monday.
Вопросы и просьбы
Where can I buy …? — Где я могу купить …?
How much is …? — Сколько стоит …?
I would like … — Я бы хотел…
Useful Words and Expressions
shop / store — магазин
supermarket — супермаркет
pharmacy / drugstore — аптека
bank — банк
post office — почта
bakery — булочная
clothes shop — магазин одежды
shopping centre — торговый центр
service — услуга
buy — покупать
sell — продавать
price — цена
cheap — дешёвый
expensive — дорогой
customer — клиент
cashier — кассир
open / closed — открыто / закрыто
order — заказывать
pay — платить
product — продукт, товар
Model Text / Story
My name is Anna. I live in Moscow. I often go shopping in my city.
There is a big supermarket near my home. I buy vegetables, fruit, and bread there. There is also a bakery and a pharmacy on my street. Sometimes I go to the bank to pay bills.
I like clothes shops too. I buy new clothes once a month. I often ask: How much is this? and Can I pay by card? Shops and services are very important. They help people get what they need easily.
Exercises
Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks
I go to the ___ to buy bread. (bakery / pharmacy)
She visits the ___ every Monday. (bank / supermarket)
They buy clothes in a ___. (clothes shop / post office)
I often ask: “___ much is this?» (How / What)
I like buying products in a ___. (supermarket / clothes shop)
Exercise 2. Choose the correct answer
He (buys / buy) fruit in the supermarket.
She (works / work) in a bank.
I (go / goes) to the post office every week.
The shop (is / are) open today.
Customers (pay / pays) at the cashier.
Exercise 3. Speaking Practice — Personal Questions
Answer with 1–2 short sentences.
Where do you usually go shopping?
Do you buy products in the supermarket or market?
Have you ever visited a bank or post office?
How often do you buy clothes?
What is your favourite shop and why?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
I go to the bakery to buy bread.
She visits the bank every Monday.
They buy clothes in a clothes shop.
I often ask: «How much is this?»
I like buying products in a supermarket.
Exercise 2
He buys fruit in the supermarket.
She works in a bank.
I go to the post office every week.
The shop is open today.
Customers pay at the cashier.
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
I usually go shopping at the supermarket near my home.
I buy products in the supermarket.
Yes, I have visited a bank and post office.
I buy clothes once a month.
My favourite shop is the bakery because it has fresh bread.
Learning Tips
Учите названия магазинов и услуг наизусть
Практикуйтесь задавать вопросы о цене и покупке вслух
Составьте список своих любимых магазинов и расскажите друзьям
Chapter 14: At the Supermarket
Grammar Focus: Talking About Food and Quantities (Present Simple / Countable and Uncountable Nouns)
1. Countable and Uncountable Nouns
Countable (исчисляемые): apple, banana, bottle, loaf
I buy three apples.
Uncountable (неисчисляемые): milk, bread, water, cheese
I buy some milk.
2. Using some / any in Present Simple
Positive: I buy some bread.
Negative: I don’t buy any cheese.
Questions: Do you have any eggs?
3. Asking about Price
How much is …? — Сколько стоит …?
How many …? — Сколько …? (для исчисляемых)
How much …? — Сколько …? (для неисчисляемых)
Useful Words and Expressions
supermarket — супермаркет
shop / store — магазин
cashier — кассир
shopping basket — корзина
trolley / cart — тележка
bread — хлеб
milk — молоко
cheese — сыр
eggs — яйца
vegetables — овощи
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