Английский язык: Экспресс-репетитор для подготовки к ЕГЭ, «Говорение», Урок 3, «Образование, Диалоги, Задание 1».

Task 1

Your school authorities are planning to introduce the following changes:
• a new school uniform
• one hour lunch break
• one day off school to study on your own
• one more PE (Physical Education) class.
Discuss their strong and weak points with your friend and choose the one both of you think should be introduced first.

’Have you heard that our school authorities are planning to introduce the following changes? What do you think of it?’

’Well, I like changes but I don’t think that a new school uniform is the best decision.’

’Why? A new uniform may look more stylish.’

’To begin with, I don’t like the idea of a school uniform because I can’t stand wearing the same clothes all the time. When we wear a uniform, we lose our individuality. I’m sure that many students hate the uniform style as well, so a new design won’t make any difference.’

’I can’t agree with you, I am afraid. When we wear a uniform, you don’t have to think about what to put on. Besides, lots of pupils are often teased because they don’t wear expensive designer clothes to school. So those students whose parents can’t afford stylish clothes will feel more comfortable.’

’Perhaps, you are right, but don’t forget about those students whose old uniform is still in good condition. It will be a waste of money for them.’

’Yes, I agree with you. What about an hour lunch break? It seems like a good idea because we could have time to go for a walk or just to relax talking with friends. And those students who live close to school will be able to have lunch at home. What’s your opinion?’

’I’m not sure about it because classes will be over too late and we will get back home too tired. Besides, it’s unlikely that we will be allowed to leave the school at lunch break.’

’In this case, we can do part of our homework and have more free time after classes.’

’I don’t think that it’s a good idea because it may be too noisy during the break and you can easily get distracted. In my opinion, such a long break is a waste of time. I’d rather have one day off school to study on my own. We’ll have enough time to study the subjects we are really interested in.’

’I doubt that many students will be for it because in this case we’ll have seven or eight classes a day.’

’Well, we could have shorter breaks so we wouldn’t have to stay so long.’

’I’m afraid we will have much more homework to do and will be completely exhausted by the weekend. Anyway, not all students are eager to study as much as you do.’

’That’s right. Why don’t we have one more PE class then? PE classes are sort of relaxation during a difficult day. In addition, it will help us to keep fit.’

’Great idea! Health is very important for us. Good health is above wealth. Besides, if we have one more PE class, we’ll be able to do a greater variety of sports activities.’

’You are right! Our PE teacher is very good and his classes are always exciting. Perhaps, we’ll even be able to go to the swimming pool.’

’I totally agree with you. One more PE class is the best choice for us.’