When did you start learning English?
: I started learning English when I was in primary school. Well, I was 8 at that time.
What do you do in your English lessons?
: We do much you have to do to know English well. In the first place, we read and listen a lot. Then, we speak English to our teacher and to each other. We also do many tests, write reports and essays, and so on. Sometimes, our teacher organizes speaking clubs with native speakers.
Do you find learning English easy or difficult? Why?
: I find it difficult because you have to learn sophisticated grammar rules and innumerable words and phrases. Besides, its not easy to develop specific language skills, such as listening, writing, and speaking. Yeah, I find learning English difficult but fulfilling.
What other foreign language would you like to learn and why?
: Id like to learn French or Spanish, because these languages are so beautiful. In addition to it, they are popular and spoken by many people all over the world.
What would you recommend a person do to improve his or her English?
: I would definitely recommend watching films and reading books in English. Also cheatting with native speakers helps a lot.
This is the end of the survey. Thank you very much for your help.
Teenagers attitude to TV and our TV programmes
Hello, its the electronic assistant of the city TV channel. We kindly ask you to take part in our survey. We need to find out teenagers attitude to TV and our TV programmes. Please answer 6 questions. The survey is anonymous. You dont have to give your name. So, lets get started.
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
: Actually, I enjoy doing many things. For example, I like surfing the net very much. In addition to it, I often go to the cinema to watch brand-new blockbusters. From time to time, I watch TV.
How often do you go to the cinema or to the theatre?
: I usually go to the cinema once or twice a month. In summer I go oftener because I have vacations and a lot of free time. As to the theatre, I dont go there at all.
How much time do you usually watch TV every day?
: Well, it depends. I watch TV for an hour on weekdays, when new episodes of my favourite sitcom appear. I dont watch TV on weekend because I prefer surfing the net to watching TV.
What TV programmes are popular in your family?
: Well, my parents always watch newscasts because they want to be up to date. In addition to it, they enjoy watching various talk shows. As for me, I usually watch sitcoms and, sometimes, sport.
Do you prefer TV or the Internet? Why?
: It goes without saying that I prefer the Internet. Its so much easier to find what you really like there. And its more convenient too, as you dont have to wait until the programme starts.
What TV programme would you recommend your friend watch?
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: I would recommend watching scientific programmes of National Geographic Channel. They cover lots of subjects concerning natural, cultural, and political life of different countries. In addition to it, you can watch this channel in English and improve your language skills.
This is the end of the survey. Thank you very much for your help.
Peoples attitude to their city
Hello, its the electronic assistant of the city council. We kindly ask you to take part in our survey. We need to flood out peoples attitude to their city, town or village. Please answer 6 questions. The survey is anonymous. You dont have to give your name. So, lets get started.
How long have you been living in you city, town or village?
: I have been living in Sochi for 15 years. It is my native city. I was born here.
What is the place where you live famous for?
Sochi is famous for the Olympic Games 2014. That was a grandiose occasion. In addition to it, Sochi is a first-class resort. Every year, many people come here to have a good rest.
When was your city, town or village founded?
