Well I would like to talk about a new addition to my city which is a new shopping mall called Tashkent City Mall. And this mall is situated in the heart of our city, making it a perfect and convenient spot for people living there. This spot is not only for locals, but also for visitors alike. This shopping mall caters to different purposes, ranging from shopping to food and entertainment. This shopping mall consists of five stories, if I'm not mistaken, and there are different amenities on every floor. For example, you can buy clothes, you can buy, you know, jewelries, perfume, you can also have lunch there and i guess it took a year for the construction of this shopping mall and after its construction there was a grand opening which was visited by public figures and even after the opening of the shopping mall, our president paid a visit to there and gave a lot of positive feedback. This shopping mall was perfect for people, not only because there are a lot of facilities there, but also it provided jobs for people. I guess there are over 500 people working there. And this shopping mall plays a pivotal role in the lives of locals, because they are making a living there and they don't have to go to another country to work. They are in their own hometown and earning a living and i think there should be a lot of facilities like this that can transform the lives of people and that can make it easier to have a great time.

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Well, I would like to talk about a place that is highly polluted, and it is the capital of Uzbekistan, Tashkent, the place that I am living in now. Well, the reason why I chose this city to talk about is that this city is more polluted than any other city in our country.

Well, when i first came to tashkent about four years ago to pursue my higher education in a prominent you know university in uzbekistan, well, I didn't notice anything serious about this problem then after two years after my arrival the matter started to be serious.

Construction began in Tashkent. Well, there had been construction before 2022, but still the extent was not that high. Well, more and more buildings, you know, started to be built as an influx of people migrated to Tashkent. And the majority of the population of Uzbekistan live in Tashkent.

Another reason why you know the city is highly polluted is that the amount of you know carbon footprint you know like one-fifth of Uzbekistan's population living there and you can easily imagine how their footprints can be and I I'm really concerned about this problem as I see that many old people are you know going through a very hard time to breathe in from the air as it is like 10 times more toxic than the normal air should be. When I checked the quality of air from IQ air quality website the amount of toxic you know particles in the air was like 15 times higher and it changed over time but still I rarely see the times where the quality is normal.

So I really look forward to seeing government taking actions as I badly want our old people and you know children to be healthy and especially children because they will be the those people and you know children to be healthy and especially children because they will be the those who will develop our country in the future.

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Let’s work on the topic Health

Part 1 Health

Do you have any unhealthy habits?

Well, actually I do... When I'm stressed, I bite my lipsand pick my nails. Moreover, I used to smoke cigarettes a few years ago, but hopefully I managed to break this habit.

What do you do to stay healthy?

I try to eat healthy food and do regular exercises... Also, I think it's very important to develop a healthy lifestyle and stick to it... For example, I try to avoid eating junk food.

In your opinion, what is more important, eating healthy food or doing exercises?

Hm... It's an interesting question... To be honest, I believe that it is crucial to do both in order to be healthy... However, if I had to choose only one option, I would choose eating healthy food, because otherwise, the risk of developing a chronic disease of digestive system increases...

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Part 2

Describe your (or your friend's) illness or injury experience. You should say:

• What was it
• When did it happen
• How did you (or your friend) handled it
and say how do you feel about it now.

I would like to talk about a car accident that happened to me a few years ago and resulted in serious injuries... It was a horrible experience that I would not want to relive ... my family was driving home, when a big truck crashed into our passenger car. After the accident I blacked out and was transported to the hospital. When I regained consciousness, I discovered that I had five broked bones, several ruptures and many cuts and bruises. To restore the collarbone and leg bone, I had to go through operations, during which metal rods were put onto these bones to fix them... Not surprisingly, I was in a severe pain, so physicians prescribed me to take painkillers and other medicines for a couple of weeks. During my recovery, I wasn't able to walk properly and my life then was very difficult. But after several months of proper treatment and physical therapy I fully recovered ... I even took up karate soon after! Although the illness was definitely not a pleasant experience, I am very happy and grateful that now I am healthy... Probably, I leaned to value health and became stronger.

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Part 3
How can people be encouraged to stay healthy?

It's an interesting question... In my opinion, government could encourage people to go in for sports by making it more affordable and popular... Promoting healthy food rationing on the television might be a good idea as well...

What is the best way of helping people with an addiction?

If you ask me, rehab is the best opnion for such people... Professional medical care is essential, if someone wants to overcome the addiction... However, it is also very important to have relatives and friends that would mentally support this person during this period of his or her life...

Do you think people start worrying more about their health as they become older?

Yes, without a doubt! When you're young, you can affort to drink alcohol and stay awake all night long without damaging your health very much... But as you get older, your body demands more attention and care, therefore you need to worry about your health more and have frequent check-ups...

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Let’s work on the topic Music

Part 1
Do you like listening to the music on a regular basis?

Yes, without a doubt. I like different music genresand I listen to various tunes almost every day... I do not like elevator music, though... It makes me bored and annoyed.

Have you ever been interested in singing?

No, not really... I took singing classes when I was younger, but, unfortunately, I am tone deaf, so I can't sing very well...

Can you say that music is a very important part of your life?

No, I can't... Although I enjoy music and listen to classical music every now and then, I'm not obsessed with it...

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Part 2
Now, have a look at the card and prepare a monologue.
Describe a band you enjoy listening to. You should say:

• How did you find them
• What kind of music do they play
• When do you listen to them
And say why you like them so much

I really enjoy listening to Maroon 5... I found this music band a few years ago, when I was looking for some pop musicon the Internet... And, immediately after listening to the few of their songs, I fell in love with this awesome band... Their music is very catchy and tuneful at the same time. I especially like this band for their driving rhythms... As of today, I have gone to a few of their concerts and have their posters all over my wall. I listen to their songs when I'm upset or stressed out... They always cheer me up... Also, one of their songs, namely "Payphone", is set as a ringtone on my phone.

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Part 3
Do you think music is getting better as time goes on?

No, quite the opposite. In my opinion, music was a lot better back in the day... I love music from 60s and 70s... There are myriads of famous rock bands of that time that I really like... And nowadays almost every pop-song sounds boring and dull to me...

Where do you think people enjoy listening to music the most?

I my point of view, it all depends on a person... As for me, I enjoy listening to the music in my room, where nobody can bother me... But a lot of my friends would prefer listening to the music while travelling in public transport... This way their journey becomes more pleasant.

Is it better to go to a live concert or to listen to a CD?

I think that nothing compares to a live concert! It's just magical to be on a concert in a large group of people like you, listening to the songs you know being played right in front of you… It's empowering, and completely unlike listening to recorded music.

Do you like the same music as your parents?

Um... When I was a child I used to listen to the same music as my parents did… Probably, that was because we were often driving in the same car … and my parents always turned on some jazz on the radio. So I thought I was fond of jazz… But eventually I discovered other music genres and understood that I like rock music and techno much more…

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Let’s talk about the topic Friendship

Part 1

Do you have a lot of friends?

Not a lot, but I have a few very close friends … I think it is better to have one reliable friend that a thousand fair-weather friends... Although it's not easy to meet someone you have a lot in common with, I think managed to do it.

How often do you see your friends?

As often as I can... We enjoy each other's company, so we see each other almost daily... What's more, we live very close to each other, so it's easy for us to meet up.

Is there anything special about your friends?

Oh, that's an interesting question... I guess there are lot of things... For instance, my best friend can draw unbelievable art, good enough to sell. And my other friend is really keen on cooking... But most importantly, they are people, who are near and dear to my heart.

For how long do you know them?

I’ve known my friends since my childhood… We've been through thick and thin together… Probably that's why we're so close now.

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Part 2
Now, have a look at the card and prepare a monologue.
Describe your friend. You should say:

• Who is he/she
• When did you meet
• Why is he/she so close to you
and say what do you like about your friend the most

I would like to talk about my friend William... I wouldn't say he's my best friend, but I would rather call him as a good friend of mine... I met him last year at local sports centre. It turned out that we were studying at the same college... Then, miraculously, I got into the same class with him and we got on like a house on fire... He's the sweetest person I've ever met! He's smart, helpful, caring, funny and somehow good-looking... And most importantly, we have a lot in common and he understands me as nobody else does.

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Part 3
Do you think friendship is important nowadays?

Yes, certainly! Without my friends I’d be very sad and lonely, but they cheer me up and help in every way possible… Of course, all relationships have their ups and downs, but we should definitely try not to lose touch with our friends.

What do you think is the best time to get new friends?

Hmm... Probably, the best time to get new friends is your school and university years. You have many possibilities to get in touch with different people… And it is easier to find friends with similar interests...

Is it important to stay in touch with your friends throughout the years?

Yes, it very important not to lose touch with your friends… Surely, everyone changes and even close friends can drift apart. But, in my opinion, friends are your second family and we should highly appreciate them.

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Let’s talk about Books & Films

Part 1

Do you enjoy reading?

Yes, absolutely! A great way to relax to learn something new is to peruse a book... I'm so addicted to reading that sometimes I can't even fall asleep without an hour of bedtime reading.

Do you like watching movies?

No, not really... If I have some free time, I'd rather read an interesting book... Books leave us a lot of space for imagination, while in movies everything is spelled out for us... That's why I find films boring.

What is the last book you read? And did you like it?

The last book I've read is "Theatre" written by William Somerset Maugham ... and I absolutely enjoyed it! Maugham is my favourite writer of all time and I've read his novel from cover to cover in 2 days... I was truly captivated by the characters and the unravelling of the plot.

How often do you go to the cinema with your friends?

Quite often, to be honest... I like catching the latest movies with my friends, so we go to the cinema almost every week. I especially like action movies and sci-fi films.

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Part 2
Now, have a look at the card and prepare a monologue.
Describe a book or a film that had a strong impact on you. You should say:

• What was it
• When you read or saw it
• How it influenced you
And say if you liked it and why.

A book that I'd like to talk about is called "Flowers for Algernon" written by Daniel Keyes. You won't believe, but I picked up this novel from a shelf in a bookstore because it had a beautiful cover! Although a proverb says "don't judge a book by its cover", I did exactly the opposite... and the book turned out to be one of the greatest things I've ever read... In fact, this novel is very intense and thought-provoking... It is set in form of diary entries of the protagonist - mentally-disabled man Charlie, whose IQ changes after brain surgery... It drastically changed the way I looked at how intelligence influences people's attitude to others and to the world in general. Also, I had to overthink how many boundaries does new knowledge open and how mentally disabled people are treated in the society... In general, the book was somewhat tear-jerking for me, but I still highly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone looking for a powerful and inspirational read.

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Part 3

Why do you think cinemas are still popular nowadays, even though people can watch movies in their homes?

I believe that there are several reasons for it... First of all, watching a film on a big screen is a lot more fun than watching it at home... Not to mention the fact that you won't be able to see the movie on the DVD as soon as in the movie theater... You'll have to wait a couple of months for the DVD release of the movie... Moreover, a lot of people like the atmosphere of cinema with its half-light halls, popcorn and sound effects.

What do you think about e-books?

In my opinion, a paperback or hardback books are much better... Reading a book from an e-reader just doesn't feel the same for me - I adore the sensation of turning pages and that special smell of paper. I think that the look and feel of a book can never be replaced by an e-reader... But I do understand usefulness of electronic books. It is very convenient to be able to carry hundreds of books in your pocket and have a possibility to read them at any time... Also, e-readers support keyword search, which paperbacks obviously do not.

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