1. What is the favourite pastime of the first speaker?
2. Why is the second speaker keen on crafts?
3. What problem does the third speaker have because of her favourite pastime?
Speaker 1: Well, my favourite leisure pastime is rather unusual. You see, I live in the country and for me there is nothing better than riding on horseback on a hot sunny day with a little breeze. There is no one around and you can enjoy freedom from almost everything and everyone. No matter what mood you are in, you can always find happiness.
Speaker 2: I am fond of crafts. I love making different items from wood and then painting them. I usually give them away just to make people smile! I also enjoysewing, especially making doll clothes for my daughter. All these things relax me, not to mention that I get a bit of satisfaction from having made something useful. I love making gifts for my family and friends. I wish I had more time to do it.
Speaker 3: I have only one favourite pastime. Every day I come home, lie on the sofa, turn on TV and just relax. What do I watch? It doesn't matter. Anything from soaps to football matches. My TV set is my best friend. The only problem is that I have put on a lot of weight. I can't help eating crisps and other snacks while watching. My friends say I'm a couch potato. So what? I like it that way.
Listen to the conversation and answer the questions below.
1. How many runners are going to take part in a race?
2. Where would they like to organize the starting line?
3. Why do they need to have first aid points?
Mike: Well, Jane, we've only got two weeks left before the run so I really think we have to finalise the route of the race today.
Jane: Yes, Mike. Now, how many runners do you estimate (полагать) will register for the race?
Mike: Well, it's hard to say what the final number will be — at the moment we have 150applicants (участник) but I fully expect there will be 200 by t he race itself.
Jane: Fine. I'll make a note of that.
Mike: Where will the starting line be?
Jane: I think you have to start somewhere that has a place to warm up. How about the Town hall as the car park there is big enough for the runners to do their exercises?
Mike: Actually, that's a good point. Let's start there and then we could have the first aid point nearby. But look, we should have another first aid point somewhere on the route in case the runners have problems.
Jane: You're probably right! Em, do you think the athletes need somewhere to take a break if they are feeling tired? We could use the entrance to the library. It's ideal as it has such a huge portico where the athletes could relax in the shade.
Mike: Good idea.
