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Increasingly, parents of schoolchildren are turning to our school with a request to prepare future graduates for the USE in English 2018. Therefore, we decided to write a detailed article in which we will tell you how to prepare for this exam: we will consider its structure and give practical tips for successfully passing each part of the USE , as well as the best tutorials and online resources to prepare for this tough challenge.

What is the USE in English 2018

The USE in English 2018 is a final exam at school, which counts as an entrance exam to a university, which is why it is so important to pass it with a high score. So far, this exam is not mandatory, but if a graduate is going to enter a specialized university, he needs to pass this test.

In terms of structure and level of complexity, the USE is similar to the international FCE exam. This means that in order to successfully pass the student must have a level (above average). This is a high level, so we recommend starting to prepare for the exam in English from the 10th grade, then in 2 years the student will be able to master all the necessary amount of material at a normal pace.

In principle, it is possible to prepare for the exam in 1 year, but only if at the time the preparation begins, the student already speaks English at the level (intermediate). Don't know what level a graduate has? Then invite him to pass.

How is the exam in English in 2018? The exam consists of written and oral parts, which are held on different days. On the same day, students take the written part, it includes the following sections: listening, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. In total, on this day, the graduate needs to complete 40 tasks in 180 minutes. The student can receive a maximum of 20 points for each of the sections. Thus, for this day you can score 80 points.

The second part - oral - takes place on another day and available on request. It lasts only 15 minutes and consists of 4 tasks. On this day, the graduate can earn another 20 points. We strongly advise all graduates to take the oral part: in case of unsuccessful answers, you do not lose anything, and in case of successful - earn extra points.

Thus, a graduate in the exam can score a maximum of 100 points. The minimum score to pass the exam is 22 points.

Below we present a table for translating USE scores in English into a five-point system.

The results of the exam are usually published 14 days after the second part of the exam, but in some cases they are already known after 12 days. You can find out your results on the official website of the exam by filling in all the required fields. Paper USE certificates were canceled in 2014, so only electronic certificates are now available.

The structure of the exam in English 2018 and the principles for the successful delivery of each part

In this chapter, we will tell you in detail about what tasks the graduate will have to complete in each part of the exam. In addition, we will give advice from our teachers who prepare students for the exam. By the way, if you are looking for a teacher who will prepare your child for the exam, pay attention to. They have been doing this for more than a year and have developed their own strategy for successful preparation, they know what pitfalls await in the exam, what typical mistakes students make and how to get rid of these mistakes.

As an example, we will present you with a demo version of the exam in English, provided by the official website of the Federal Institute of Pedagogical Measurements fipi.ru.

listening

The audition lasts 30 minutes and consists of three parts. The first two parts are the first and second tasks, respectively, and the third part is tasks No. 3-9 (out of a total list of 40 tasks).

Listening to the exam in English in 2018 includes 3 audio fragments combined into one recording. The examiners turn on the recording and do not stop it until the very end, however, there are pauses between the fragments to read the tasks and transfer the answers to the form. For each correct answer in this and other parts of the exam, the student receives 1 point. Let's see what the graduate has to do in the audition.

Exercise 1: 7 statements are given. The student listens to 6 statements and correlates them with statements, one of which is superfluous.

6 points.

Example:

Listening task 1

Task 2: 7 statements are given. The student listens to the dialogue and determines which statements correspond to the content of the dialogue (True), which do not correspond (False), and which are not mentioned in it (Not Stated).

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Listening task 2

Task 3: There are 7 questions, each of which has 3 possible answers. The student listens to the audio recording and selects the correct answer for each question.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Listening task 3

Our advice:

1. When preparing for an exam, you must as many listening assignments as possible in the exam format. So the graduate will get used to quickly read assignments and catch key words in speech that will help to find the right answer.
2. When choosing an answer, one should rely not on the words mentioned in the speaker's speech, but on the meaning of his words. So, for example, in his speech, he can somehow mention all the answers to the task, but if you delve into what has been said, you can understand that there is only one correct answer.

Reading

Reading lasts 30 minutes and consists of 3 parts (9 tasks). For each part, we advise you to spend no more than 10 minutes to meet the allotted half an hour.

Exercise 1: Given 7 short texts (3-6 sentences each) and 8 headings. You need to read the texts and choose the appropriate heading for each of them. In this case, 1 heading will be superfluous.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Reading task 1

Task 2: Given a text that has 6 gaps. Below are 7 passages, 6 of which must be inserted in place of the gaps.

Maximum points: 6 points.

Example:

Reading task 2

Task 3: A short text and 7 questions to it are given. Each question has 4 possible answers, from which you need to choose 1 correct one.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Reading task 3

Our advice:

1. When completing the first task, you need to look for keywords that will indicate the meaning of the text and help you find the right heading. In addition, often the main point of a paragraph is reflected in the first sentence, and some small details are given in the rest. Therefore, in some cases, you just need to carefully read the first sentence in order to correctly complete the task.
2. To successfully complete the second task, you need to have a good understanding of how complex sentences are built in English. The fact is that the missing part in most cases is part of a complex or complex sentence. For example, if a student understands that in the subordinate clause who is used for people, which for objects, and where for places, he will be able to successfully complete most of the tasks. It also needs to be repeated, for example, that the infinitive is used to express purpose.
3. In the third task, the questions are arranged in the order in which they are answered in the text. That is, the answer to the first question will be at the beginning of the text, and not in the middle or end, the answer to the second question will be after the answer to the first, etc.

Grammar and vocabulary

This section of the USE in English 2018 tests the knowledge of grammatical structures and vocabulary of the graduate. The student is given 40 minutes to complete it. Let's see what the student has to do.

Exercise 1: Given a text with 7 words missing. To the right of the text are the words that need to be grammatically transformed (for example, put the verb at the right time) and inserted in the gap.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Grammar and vocabulary, task 1

Task 2: Given a text with 6 gaps. On the right are the words that need to be transformed both lexically and grammatically - to form a single-root word that matches the meaning of the text.

Maximum points: 6 points.

Example:

Grammar and vocabulary, task 2

Task 3: Given a text with 7 gaps. You need to choose for each of them 1 correct answer out of the four proposed.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Grammar and vocabulary, task 3

Our advice:

1. The transformation of the word in the first part, as a rule, occurs according to the following principle. If you are given a verb, you must either use it in the correct tense, or put it in the correct voice form (active or passive), or form a participle from it. If an adjective is given, it is necessary to put it in a comparative or superlative degree. If you need to change a numeral, most likely, you need to make it ordinal.
2. In the second part, knowledge of suffixes and prefixes, including negative ones, is mainly checked, the ability to form different parts of speech from a single-root word.
3. In the third part, knowledge of word compatibility, the so-called collocations, is most often checked. In addition, out of 4 words, you will need to choose the most appropriate in meaning, that is, you need to know the difference between similar words, read the context.

Letter

The graduate is given 80 minutes to write and check 2 written papers.

Exercise 1: The text of a short letter from a friend asking questions is given. The student needs to read it and write a response letter: answer the friend's questions and ask questions to him.

Volume: 100-140 words.

Maximum points: 6 points.

Example:

Letter, task 1

A letter to a friend is written in an informal style. The structure of this work is as follows:

1. Making a "hat"

   In the upper right corner we write the address: on the top line we indicate the city, below it - the country of residence. No need to write the street and house number: this may be regarded as disclosure of confidential information, even if the address is fictitious.

   After the address, skip 1 line and write the date of writing the letter in the same upper right corner.

   Further, as usual, on the left we write an informal appeal: Dear Tom / Jim (name will be given in the task). Hello is not allowed here. After the appeal, put a comma and continue to write the text of the letter from a new line.

2. Text of the letter

   We start writing each paragraph with a red line.

   In the first paragraph, you need to thank your friend for the letter you received (Thanks a lot for your last letter) and apologize that you did not write earlier (Sorry I haven’t been in touch for so long). You can also mention some fact from the received letter.

   In the fourth paragraph, you need to sum up - say that you are finishing the letter (I've got to go now! It's time for my favorite TV show), and offer to keep in touch (Take care and keep in touch!).

3. End of letter

   At the end, you need to write a final cliche phrase, after which a comma is always placed: All the best, Best wishes, etc.

   On the next line, below this phrase, you enter your name.

Task 2: A statement (usually controversial) is given. The graduate writes an essay in which he discusses this topic, expresses his point of view, and also gives the opposite opinion and explains why he does not agree with it.

Volume: 200-250 words.

Maximum points: 14 points.

Example:

Letter, task 2

The essay is written in a neutral style and consists of 5 paragraphs:

1. Introduction: we formulate the topic-problem and immediately indicate that there are two opposing points of view.
2. Your opinion: we express our point of view (one) on this issue and give 2-3 arguments that confirm it.
3. Contrasting opinions: we write 1-2 opposite points of view and give arguments in favor of their existence.
4. We express disagreement: we explain why we do not agree with the above points of view, and we give arguments in defense of our own opinion. However, they should not repeat the arguments from paragraph 2.
5. Conclusion: we draw a conclusion on this topic, indicate that there are different points of view, and finally confirm our point of view.

Our advice:

1. Stick to the required volume. It is permissible to deviate by 10% from the specified number of words, that is, you can write from 90 to 154 words in a letter and from 180 to 275 in an essay. If the graduate writes at least 1 word less (89), he will be given 0 points for the assignment. If the limit is exceeded, the examiner will count 140 words in a letter or 250 in an essay and will evaluate it, moreover, they will deduct points for work in progress, assignment design, topic disclosure, etc.
2. Avoid paragraphs consisting of one sentence, you need to supplement and argue your every thought. To do this, you can use the constructions In my opinion, I believe, etc.
3. Follow the style of written work: colloquial expressions like Guess what? or Wish me luck!, and in an essay it is better to stick to a more formal style. It is important not to overdo it with "informality": all sorts of well, cause and slang expressions are unacceptable.
4. Use linking words, they make the text logical, allow you to complement or contrast sentences.

Oral speech

The oral part of the exam is the shortest, taking only 15 minutes. The graduate needs to have time to complete as many as 4 tasks, for which you can get a maximum of 20 points. The student submits assignments in front of the computer, his answers are recorded using a headset, and the countdown is shown on the screen. At the same time, there is an organizer in the audience who monitors the course of the exam.

Exercise 1: The text of a popular science character is displayed on the screen. In 1.5 minutes you need to prepare and in the next 1.5 minutes expressively read it aloud.

Lead time: no more than 3 minutes.

Maximum points: 1 point

Example:

Oral speech, task 1

Lead time: about 3 minutes.

Maximum points: 5 points.

Example:

Oral speech, task 2

Task 3: Show 3 pictures. You need to choose 1 and describe it according to the plan proposed right there in the task.

Lead time: about 3.5 minutes.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Oral speech, task 3

Task 4: Given 2 pictures. It is necessary to compare them, describe similarities and differences, explain why the chosen topic is close to the graduate.

Lead time: about 3.5 minutes.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Oral speech, task 4

Our advice:

1. Take advantage online simulator of the oral part of the exam on the website injaz.ege.edu.ru. It completely simulates the exam, so you get familiar with the format and understand what exactly you need to do, what time to meet, etc.
2. To complete the first part of the exam, you need take texts on different subjects and learn to read them with the correct expression: there should be pauses in speech, logical stresses, natural intonation. In addition, the graduate must fit in one and a half minutes, because the score is reduced if the text is not read to the end. However, it is also impossible to rush, because it is not the speed of reading that is checked, but the ability to expressively read the text.
3. To successfully complete the second task, you need learn to ask questions to different texts. In principle, the task itself is elementary, most of the errors are due to the loss of the auxiliary verb or its incorrect agreement with the noun. This problem is easily solved by doing multiple question-writing exercises.
4. In the third task, the examinee needs to choose 1 photo from 3 offered and describe it. Here's our top tip - read the task carefully. The fact is that it changes a little every year, so learn to respond accordingly to the wording of 2018. In 2018, graduates will have to describe a photo to a friend, that is, the monologue should contain an appeal to him. In addition, it is necessary answer all the questions in the assignment, for example, if it says where and when the photo was taken, you need to answer both questions - where and when. At the beginning, it is necessary to indicate which photo will be discussed (I’ve chosen photo number...). Don't forget about the opening (Would you like to have a look at my picture? / I'd like to show you a picture from my photo album.) and closing (That's all for now. / I hope you liked my picture.) phrases that make speech logical.
5. In the fourth task, you need to do the main emphasis in speech on comparing pictures and not their description. At the same time, it is necessary use speech clichés: The first picture depicts... whereas/while the second picture depicts..., The main difference is that..., In comparison to the first picture, this one... etc. learn with the help of our article " Phrases for comparison and contrast".

Textbooks and sites for preparing for the exam in English 2018

Now you are familiar with the structure of the exam and understand that graduates will face a difficult test. However, the exam in English in 2018 can be passed easily and successfully if you prepare well for it in advance. And in this the student will be helped first of all by a good teacher, as well as resources for preparing for this exam. We want to introduce you to some of the textbooks and websites that our teachers use when preparing their students for the exam. Take note of at least a few of them.

1. A series of textbooks Macmillan Exam Skills for Russia includes books on preparation for each part of the exam. With authentic texts and assignments, this series is one of the best for exam preparation. These books are quite difficult, so we recommend studying them for students with a level not lower than Intermediate.
2. "Typical exam options for the USE edited by Verbitskaya" - exist in various variations, include standard USE tasks with answers. With the help of the book, you can check how well the graduate is ready for the exam.
3. fipi.ru - the official website of the Federal Institute of Pedagogical Measurements, which presents a large bank of standard tasks for the exam. On the indicated page, click on the inscription "English" and in the tab that opens on the left, select the skill you want to train. Please note: there are no answers to assignments on the site, therefore, so that the efforts of the graduate are not in vain, we advise you to study with the teacher and send the completed assignments to him for verification.
, talkenglish.com , podcastsinenglish.com - sites with educational podcasts in English. They, of course, do not have standard tasks for the exam, but you can train the skill of listening to speech in an interesting way and get a little distracted from the same type of tasks for the exam.

Our teacher Natalya has already prepared more than a dozen excellent students for the exam in English, in her article “Exam, be good to me, or How to successfully pass the exam in English”, she shares her personal experience and advice for graduates.

So, now you imagine the amount of work and know the secrets of successfully passing the exam in English. We wish all graduates easy exams and high scores! And if you have not found a suitable teacher yet, sign up with us at.

This page contains demonstration versions of the exam in English for 2003 - 2019.

Starting from 2015, USE in English comprises two parts: written and oral, which includes five sections: "listening", "reading", "grammar and vocabulary", "writing" (written part) and "speaking" (oral part).

For the tasks of the first three sections in the demonstration versions, answers are given, and for the tasks of the fourth and fifth sections, evaluation criteria are given.

In comparison with, the criteria for evaluating the performance of task 40 of the "Writing" section in the written part of the exam, as well as the wording of task 40, in which the exam participant is offered a choice of two topics of a detailed written statement with elements of reasoning "My opinion", are specified.

Demonstration versions of the exam in English

Note that demo options are presented in pdf format, and to view them you need to have installed, for example, the freely distributed software package Adobe Reader on your computer.

Changes in the demonstration versions of the exam in English

Demonstration versions of the exam in English for grade 11 for 2004 - 2008 included five sections: "listening", "reading", "grammar and vocabulary", "writing", "speaking". The tasks of the first three sections in the demonstration versions were given answers, and for the tasks of the fourth and fifth sections, evaluation criteria were given.

Demonstration versions of the exam in English for grade 11 for 2009 - 2014 already consisted of four sections: "listening", "reading", "grammar and vocabulary", "writing". The tasks of the first three sections in the demonstration versions were given answers, and for the tasks of the fourth section, evaluation criteria were given.

Thus, from demonstration versions of the Unified State Exam 2009 - 2014 the "speaking" section was excluded.

AT 2015 USE in English began to consist of two parts: written and oral. Demonstration version of the written part of the USE 2015 in English Compared to the demo version of the USE in 2014, it had the following differences:

• Numbering assignments was through throughout the variant without letter designations A, B, C.
• Was the form of recording the answer in tasks with a choice of answers has been changed: the answer has become necessary to write down the number with the number of the correct answer (and not mark with a cross).
• Listening tasks A1-A7 demo version in 2014 were transformed into task 2 written part of the 2015 demo.

AT 2015 in USE in English again returned section "speaking", now in the form oral part of the exam.

AT demo versions of the USE 2016 - 2018 in English compared with demo 2015 in Englishthere were no significant changes: the wording of the tasks of the oral part of the exam and the criteria for their evaluation were clarified.

AT demo version of the USE 2019 in English compared with demo 2018 in English the criteria for evaluating the performance of task 40 of the “Writing” section in the written part of the exam were clarified, as well as the wording of task 40, in which the exam participant was offered a choice of two topics of a detailed written statement with elements of reasoning “My opinion”.

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Oh, this wonderful school time, with its vivid (and not so) memories, teachers, subjects, last bells, which, as usual, ends with one special touching event - the last bell. Parents are worried about their child, who will soon take his first step into adulthood.

But before celebrating graduation and entering the desired university, eleventh graders are forced to play an insidious game called "USE in English". Now, what d "ya know about it?

The exam in English is passed when they enter the humanities, for example: philology or linguistics, translation studies or teaching, international relations or regional studies, etc. As you may have noticed, training in the above areas is based on a foreign language, so English is considered a core subject.

The exam itself consists of written and oral parts, which are not held on more than one day. In the first - students pass the written part, it includes: listening, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. In total, on this day, the graduate needs to complete 40 tasks in 180 minutes. Can you deal with that? The student can receive a maximum of 20 points for each of the sections. So, for the first day you can and should score 80 points.

The second part - the oral part of the Unified State Examination in English - takes place on a different day and is handed over at will. It lasts only 15 minutes and consists of 4 tasks. During this time, students will have to answer questions and describe pictures. On this day, the graduate can earn another +20 points.

It is logical that it makes sense to take the oral part: in case of unsuccessful answers, you do not lose anything, and in case of successful answers, you will earn additional points. Think about it! Thus, a graduate in the exam can score a maximum of 100 points. The minimum score to pass the exam is 22 points. If lower, then everything is gone! Below is the number of USE scores in English and the corresponding score:

Obviously, I would like to pass the exam with a high score, because there is a chance to enter, for example, on a budget, and receive a decent scholarship and all kinds of goodies from the state throughout the entire training.

Here are the best ways to prepare for the exam in English.

Dates of the Unified State Examination in English 2019

The approved exam schedule should be published in January 2019 (so far, it is known about the period for passing the main part of the subjects from May 28 to June 20). But today there is an opportunity to learn something interesting:

• from the second half of March to mid-April 2019, for example, an early examination will be held, from March 21 to April 4. However, not all students can take the exam early. These graduates include those who graduated from school earlier than the 2018/2019 academic year, underachieving students of previous years without a certificate, as well as students of evening schools. Those who decided not to enter the university, but to go to serve in the army, can also pass the test ahead of schedule; children leaving to live abroad; applicants of foreign universities, or those who came to study from abroad. An exception is also made for children leaving for sports, cultural or scientific competitions or competitions, as well as for schoolchildren who are scheduled for medical procedures during the main test;
• from the last days of May to the beginning of June 2019, the main period of the exam is scheduled. Wangui that the first exams will begin on May 28, 2019;
• the start of the additional USE period is announced for September 4, 2019. Additional examinations will take place during the first half of September.

Changes in the Unified State Examination in English 2019

In principle, no special innovations have been noticed at the moment. Although there are some clarifications. For example, according to the wording of the criteria, which have become more specific and unambiguous. If earlier there were questions about what is considered a violation, then from now on there will be no more such questions. Comparison:

• 2017 (the task was completed completely: the content reflects all the aspects indicated in the task (full answers were given to all questions, three questions were asked on the specified topic); the style of speech was chosen correctly, taking into account the purpose of the statement and the addressee; the norms of politeness accepted in the language are observed);
• 2018 (the task was completed completely: the content reflects all the aspects indicated in the task (full and accurate answers to all questions were given, three questions on the specified topic were asked correctly); the style of the speech was chosen correctly, taking into account the purpose of the statement and the addressee; the norms of politeness accepted in the language are observed ( 1 incomplete or inaccurate aspect allowed). The wording of task 4 in the "Speaking" block has been clarified.

Bonuses are good, but in order to successfully overcome this challenge, it is important to understand its strengths and weaknesses. Therefore, now let's talk about the structure of the exam, which is conditionally divided into four main blocks and one additional (195 minutes).

Listening Comprehension

In the first block (30 minutes), the student performs 3 tasks. The examiners turn on the recording and do not stop it until the very end, however, there are pauses between the fragments to read the tasks and transfer the answers to the form. For each correct answer in this and other parts of the exam, the student receives 1 point.

• The first task is to listen to 6 statements and correlate them with statements, one of which is redundant, that is, it will be necessary to identify the correspondence between the main ideas and audio fragments.
• In the second exercise, a dialogue and remarks are given - it is necessary to determine which statements are false (false) and which are true (true), in addition, to identify which statements were not mentioned in the text (not stated).
• In the remaining 7 tasks (No. 3-9) it is proposed to listen to the interview and mark the correct answer from the three proposed. The student listens to the audio recording and selects the correct answer for each question. For this task, you can also get a maximum of 7 points.

Tips: understand the meaning of the words that the announcer says. There may be hidden answers to tasks.

Reading

In the second block (also 30 minutes), the ability to analyze and extract basic information from the text is tested. It also, like Listening, consists of 3 parts (9 tasks).

• In task 10, 7 mini-texts are given (3-6 sentences in each) and 8 headings that must be selected for each text, while one heading is superfluous. Maximum points: 7.
• In task 11, taking into account cause-and-effect relationships and the logic of presentation, you have to fill in a special text with six gaps. There are 7 passages to complete. So, one extra. Maximum points: 6.
• In the remaining 7 tasks (No. 12-18) you read a short English text and 7 questions to it. For each question, 4 possible answers are given, from which you need to choose one correct one. Maximum points: 7.

Tips: try not to spend more than 10 minutes on 1 task; delve into the meaning of the text (look for keywords); learn / repeat how complex sentences are built; in the third task, questions after the text are arranged in the order in which they are answered in the text. That is, the answer to the first question will be at the beginning of the text, to the second question after the answer to the first, and so on.

Vocabulary and Grammar (Vocabulary & Grammar)

70% of assignments (No. 19-31) are aimed at knowledge of word formation and the school curriculum in English grammar. In the last seven (No. 32-38) exercises, you must make a choice in favor of one of the four proposed answers, taking into account the context and the desired grammatical form. For everything about everything, 40 minutes are given.

• First, a text with 7 missing words is given. To the right of it there are words that require grammatical transformation (put the verb at the right time, for example) and insertion. Max. number of points: 7.
• In the second task - a text with 6 gaps. Again, you will need to grammatically transform (to form a single-root word that fits the text in meaning) and insert words into the text. Max. number of points: 6.
• Again, the text with 7 gaps, you need to choose 1 correct option out of 4 proposed. Max. number of points: 7.

Tips: allocate no more than 12 minutes for all tasks (except for the second - there are 15); read the context; repeat: tenses and forms of verbs, voices (active and passive), comparative and superlative degrees of adjectives, ordinal numbers, the formation of suffixes and prefixes in English.

Written part (Writing)

In the fourth block, there are only 2 tasks (but what kind!), For which 80 minutes are given (for them you need to have time to write and check your work).

• First, an informal letter to a friend (about 100-140 words). The text of a short letter from this very “friend” is given, after which there are questions. You need to read the text with questions, and write an answer (that is, answer a friend's questions and ask your own). Max. points: 6.
• Secondly, an essay on a given topic (about 200-250 words). In this section, a statement is given (usually rather controversial), and the student writes an essay on this topic, expressing his opinion, demonstrating the learned vocabulary, knowledge of grammatical rules, the structure of various written works, and, finally, the ability to describe and argue his point of view in writing . You have to do 80 minutes. Max. number of points: 14.

Tips: do not write an essay on a draft in full, it is better to sketch your thoughts and ideas on it; do not forget about a high-quality introduction (description of the relevance of the problem) and conclusion; do not write addresses (even fictitious ones); look at examples of friendly letters in English on the Internet; do not forget to thank a friend for the letter (at the beginning); ask questions in a letter; love paragraphs (but not 1 sentence); use " I believe...», « I assume...», « In my opinion..."; colloquial style is also acceptable (" Guess what?», « What's up?», « Howdy!», « See ya!», « Later!»); write in a neutral style (task 2); justify and support your point of view by describing different ones; draw conclusions and draw conclusions.

Speaking

The oral part of the exam in English is not required, but speaking is necessary to get the highest possible score. This block is the shortest and only takes 15 minutes. It consists of four tasks for which you can get a total of 20 points: reading the English text aloud, asking questions to the announcement using keywords; description of the picture/photo; comparative analysis of two proposed photographs, guided by a given plan. The student submits assignments in front of a computer, which shows the countdown, and his answers are recorded. At the same time, there is an organizer in the audience who monitors the course of the exam and, at the first doubtful situation, has the right to use firearms (jk).

• In the first task there will be a text of a near-scientific nature, which must be read aloud in the most expressive way. 1.5 minutes will be allotted for this (+1.5 for preparation). Accordingly, for the entire task - no more than 3 minutes. The task is worth 1 point.
• The second task is an advertisement for which you need to come up with 5 questions based on keywords. Preparation - 1.5 minutes, wording of each question - 20 seconds. Total - 3 minutes. Here you can earn 5 points.
• In the third task, 3 pictures/photos will be shown. We choose one and describe it according to the proposed plan. The task takes about 3.5 minutes. For successful completion, 7 points are given.
• And in the fourth task, we are again offered pictures. This time 2 that you want to compare and describe their similarities and differences. You will also need to explain why the chosen topic is close to the graduate. The number of minutes and points is equal to the number of the same in the previous task.

Tips: practice pronunciation and read texts on various topics with the correct intonation and expression (see YouTube for Christ's sake!); observe pauses, stress and intonation; do not forget about time and try to read clearly, but tighten; learn to ask questions to texts on different topics; know how to compose questions correctly; carefully read the assignments and answer all questions; tell which photo you chose at the beginning of the answer (“ I"ve chosen the photo number..."); most likely you will have to describe a photo of a “friend”; use speech clichés like: the 1st picture depicts ...», « whereas the 2nd shows us ...», « the main difference is that ...», « also, they have the same ...», « in comparison to the first picture, this one is ...».

English: preparation for the Unified State Examination 2019

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• A unique methodology from leading teachers with the experience of the EnglishDom online school of English.
• Versatile exercise on vocabulary, grammar and listening comprehension of a native speaker's speech, divided into situational-thematic blocks.
• It is possible to practice speaking skills in role play, the voice recognition function is supported.
• Convenient and simple interface.

Peculiarities:

• More suitable for students with a high level of language who have been studying with an English-speaking or Russian-speaking teacher for a long time.
• Also, it will appeal to students who are 100% confident in their knowledge of English and are familiar with the features of the Unified State Examination in English.
• The course is aimed at self-study, therefore it is an excellent solution for repeating and updating the knowledge and structure of the exam.
• There is no teacher control, so responsibility and progress depends entirely on the motivation and interest of the student (watch out!).

USE in English in ED Class.

• Each lesson consists of two main sections: class" & « Home". In the class you will find cool workouts ( warm up) to recharge with positive emotions for the whole lesson. Next, it is proposed to familiarize yourself with the new vocabulary ( Vocabulary), a transcription and a picture are given for each word, which makes it easy to build an associative array.
• Grammar section ( Get to know) is presented in convenient tables, where exactly the information that you should pay attention to is presented in an understandable and accessible language. And its use in practice will be demonstrated by examples with voice acting below, as well as subsequent exercises to consolidate the rules in practice ( Grammar practice).
• To have fun from the heart and be ready to cope with listening in the exam, we offer to plunge into the English-speaking world and watch entertaining videos ( life stories). This is not only funny, but also useful, because. the task must contain previously learned vocabulary.
• And for dessert, sweet talking tasks in the form of a dialogue ( Role play), questions ( Discussion) and, finally, an exciting game ( Game).

Well, are you intrigued? But that's not all! In order for all the material to remain in active memory and not be lost anywhere, be sure to go through the block “ Home" at a good time for you. Repetition is the mother of learning!

Peculiarities:

• Suitable for students of any level who are going to take the exam in English.

Materials for preparing for the exam 2019 in English

To do well, you will have to spend a lot of time preparing. Keep in mind! It is necessary to plan and devote time to the preparation of each of the sections. Listening, for example. Not every school teacher devotes enough time in his lessons to teaching the perception of foreign speech by ear. Audiobooks, songs of your favorite artists, films or TV series in English dubbing will come to the rescue. Watch at least a couple of episodes of your favorite series or movie, and listen to an audiobook on your way to school.

The following resources may help you:

• A series of textbooks Macmillan Exam Skills for Russia includes books on preparation for each part of the exam. With authentic texts and assignments, this series is one of the best for preparing for exams. However, please note that the books are quite complex, so it is recommended that students with a level of at least Intermediate study with them.
• A good selection of textbooks on the exam for the past years is on this site. In addition, you can read books online. For example, there is one tempting one that promises to prepare you in a month. Basically, the resource presents training options for examination papers that can be used as practical material for preparing for the exam. Each option is provided with keys and texts for listening.
• quizlet.com and barabook.ru are convenient online services for learning new words. Create your own sets of flashcards with new words and learn them using the apps of the same name or directly on the site. Easy!
• podcastsinenglish.com, britishcouncil.org, bbc.co.uk - sites with educational podcasts in English. They, of course, do not have standard tasks for the exam, but you can train the skill of listening to speech in an interesting way and get a little distracted from the same type of tasks for the exam.
• fipi.ru is the official website of the Federal Institute of Pedagogical Measurements, which presents a large bank of standard tasks for the Unified State Examination. On the indicated page, click on the inscription "English" and in the tab that opens on the left, select the skill you want to train. There are no answers on the site, therefore, so that the efforts are not wasted, we advise you to study with the teacher and send the completed assignments to him for verification.
• "Typical exam options for the exam edited by Verbitskaya" - the book exists in various variations, includes standard exam tasks with answers. With the help of the book, you can check how well the graduate is ready for the exam.

When preparing and using the above materials, pay attention to writing an essay. Try to write at least 10 mini-essays on various topics before the exam. Inspiration can come to you after watching a good movie, for example. Download tickets from previous years and hone your writing skills. Each new essay will help you better formulate thoughts and present arguments in favor of your point of view.

By the way! If you want to learn how to correctly write an essay in English for the USE 2019, then read!

Let's look at the changes that the USE has undergone compared to last year.

Typical mistakes in preparing for the exam

The collection of the main typical mistakes in preparing for the exam in English, first of all, includes the inability to correctly distribute the preparation time. The student knows what he is having trouble with. More time should be devoted to this. Another common problem is the inability to speak. You can work on this skill by constantly playing small dialogues in your head with everyday situations, or by describing objects, people and buildings that you see on your way (to perfection) to school, cinema or supermarket.

In addition, there are the following mistakes when preparing for the English exam:

• Out-of-date tutorials or resources on the network can also significantly harm the preparation. Graduates are offered many materials that promise the best preparation. But not everyone is up to the task. It is better to use those teaching aids that professionals advise. It is definitely recommended to go to the FIPI website, where the latest data is always published.
• Inconsistent preparation. The student either does not sit down at the textbooks at all, or sits at them without rest. It is necessary to make a plan over time and strictly follow it. It is necessary to start preparing for exams from the fall of the 11th grade, and even better - from the 10th grade. The amount of knowledge is large, it takes a lot of time.
• Ignoring incomprehensible material. When preparing for an exam, you should start repeating things that are not clear. To fully assimilate the material, read the topic in the textbook, contact a tutor or your teacher, sign up for courses and find out what you do not understand, do not try to calm yourself down. With the material that you master, it will be much easier: a few days before the exam, you can quickly remember and go over all the previously weak points.
• Not comprehensive training. The teachers themselves during the lesson most often pay attention to reading and grammar, while forgetting about the correct pronunciation and perception. Alas, so far such a sad trend can be traced in many schools. It is worth remembering that all the components of the program will be presented in the exam in the tasks. And it is essential to pay attention to each.
• cramming. The complexity of the exam lies in the fact that it is designed for understanding the material, some tasks are designed for an impromptu answer. Typically, such tests allow you to get the most points and compensate for the lost ones. Having memorized all the material, you will not be able to explain similar examples that will be presented in the test. In addition, you will not have enough time to memorize the entire amount of material.
• Passing only trial texts. Yes, they are definitely needed, but do not expect that if you scored the maximum score on these, then the main exam is in your pocket. Tasks are completed in different ways, tests are mixed, becoming, in their own way, individual.
• Wrong mental attitude may interfere with the exam. The ability to concentrate and relax at the right time will help to tune in correctly. Positive thoughts also play a role. They help you get the job done. Believe in yourself, but do not drive - too much arrogance can be a treacherously insidious enemy. Everything should be in moderation.

Conclusion

Is it difficult to pass the exam in English? Not! Preparation for the exam in English is really important, because. an exam is a kind of challenge that must be approached with all responsibility. The higher the USE score, the more freedom in choosing a decent educational institution, which will subsequently help to make the dream come true and become an outstanding specialist in the field that is interesting. Do not miss the opportunity - sign up for an introductory English lesson via Skype.

Do not be afraid of difficulties, come to us, and we will help you pass the exam with the highest score! You can do that!

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Today, English is considered the most popular language for passing the exam. In the USE 2017, a number of changes have been made. Even if you are confident in your abilities, you must pass the USE in English 2016 Online tests this year have four sections consisting of forty tasks. The USE test has a maximum passing time. In 2017 it is 3 hours. To overcome the entry barrier, you must successfully pass 17 tasks. Be prepared for questions from listening, reading, grammar, vocabulary and reading. Preparation for such a test must be colossal. Every year, there is less and less luck. Without knowledge, in a certain area, it is impossible to pass it. This test will help you assess your level for the exam.

USE test in English

Question 1 of 20

She thinks she … responsible. She has never got on well with her … friends.

Rebecca was used to … because she was very shy and used to … very awkward sometimes.

Mr. Stone, who seemed … about his breakfast, … to Lima in surprise.

This island is known … by …

It is a chance … , so they must make a list of things …

They … very tired if they sat up … late.

Remember … your tickets and passports before you …

She can "t help ... that he helps her so ...

Tom says he would rather … socccer … tennis.

Jerry is not … man to give … secret.

I see that … is wrong with you. But you should pull … together.

They found … in the street full of …

She talked to him … and looked very…

Snow is very ... in this place, but once ... it won't stop for weeks.

No sooner … on the light, than he saw that the window …

The deepest of all … lakes in the world is Baikal.

… to the law, smoking is forbidden in public places.

… for a short period of time, the family was rather poor.

Italian cuisine … greatly from French cuisine.

This reward is … to obtain.

Proceed

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