ZADANIE 1 STR. 55

[przykładowy dialog; A – uczeń, B – egzaminator]

A: I was thinking that we could go on that hiking trip to the mountains during our summer holidays? I think July would be perfect.

B: Mountains, July? It’s very hot then so hiking in the mountains would be tiring. Actually, in July, I’m visiting my grandparents.

A: Oh, okay. So what about the last week of August? The temperatures probably won’t be so high. Not too sunny, but not too cloudy or rainy either.

B: End of August sounds much better.

A: And where would you like to go? I was thinking about Karpacz. There’re many mountain trails which begin there. For example, we could climb Śnieżka from two different sides.

B: Karpacz? Isn’t it too pricey?

A: Not really. It’s not more expensive than other towns in that area. I’ve compared the prices.

B: And what about accommodation? Where’re we going to stay?

A: Last week, I found one two-star and two three-star hotels, which also offer meals. And they all have swimming pools and a spa & wellness zone. And they’re not expensive: 170 PLN for one night per person, plus 70 PLN for breakfast and dinner. I think it’s a very reasonable price.

B: Indeed, it is. Can you send me an e-mail with the details about those hotels so that I can check them out?

A: Sure. And one more thing. Each of us should pack two pairs of comfortable hiking boots, at least ten t-shirts, comfortable shorts and trousers. And some raincoats in case it rains.

ZADANIE 2 STR. 55

[przykładowa wypowiedź, przykładowe pytania egzaminatora]

In the foreground, I can see two men arguing about something. And in the background, there are four other people. Two of them are sitting at the table, and the other two are standing by the window. They look confused and uncomfortable. They don’t like the situation they’re witnessing. They’re looking at two men that seem to be arguing. You can tell by their faces. The place looks like an office because there are white desks with computers on them. And on the screens of those computers I can see some data and graphs. What’s more, all people are dressed according to their company’s dress code – they all have shirts (most of them have white ones) and dark trousers. It’s hard to tell why the men are arguing. An important project? The man on the right is pointing at it.

1. What do you think is going to happen next?

Those two arguing men look like they have higher positions in the company, and all the ‘spectators’ are their subordinates. So I don’t think anyone will intervene. They’ll probably finish their dispute when they have nothing else to say or argue about. Also, some senior manager may come and calm them down, and try to help them resolve the conflict.

2. Do you intervene in other people’s arguments?

I have never taken part in a dispute of which I was not a party. For me, it doesn’t make any sense to intervene in an argument when you don’t have an idea what it is about. But I image I would intervene if someone started physical violence against another person. Well, I believe there’re people who have the skills and knowledge to help in such situations.

3. Tell us about a situation when you had to resolve a conflict, your own or somebody else’s.

Once at school I witnessed a friend of mine who wasn’t happy with the mark from a test and he was arguing with a teacher. I intervened and calmed him down. And I apologised for him. Arguments happen. It’s good to know how to handle them.

ZADANIE 3 STR. 55

[przykładowa wypowiedź, przykładowe pytania egzaminatora]

If I were to choose between learning foreign languages, horse-riding and art classes, I’d say that the best extra classes for kids in the primary school would be learning foreign languages. Foreign languages are very important, especially then you start working. In a lot of jobs, you need to speak fluent English. A second or even third foreign language wouldn’t do any harm either. And the earlier you start earning them, the better results you’ll achieve. And it’ll take you less time to learn it. Plus, I think it’s also a great activity to develop your other skills like speaking and working in groups. They’re very useful in life.

I’d reject horse-riding because there isn’t any value for kids in it. You don’t really keep fit while doing it once or twice a week for 30 minutes. And the only thing you can gain is a concussion or other injury when a horse steps on your feet by accident. Or hits you. Or when you fall from it.

And I also think there’s no use in making children attend extra art classes. It’ll be boring for most of them. They’d rather go outside and play some games with their friends than sit in a classroom for one or two extra hours. Some kids like it, though, and then they should do it.

1. Did you have and extracurricular activities when you were in a primary school?

Yes, I did. I used to play volleyball in my school’s team. And I had extra music lessons. I played the piano. I really liked it. And from time to time, I also sang in a choir in my school. When I was nine or ten I also started having extra English, and later also French, lessons.

2. What foreign languages do you speak? Would you like to know any other?

I speak English. I think I’m at B1+ or B2 level at it. I also speak French. But it’s really basic. One day I’d like to learn Spanish. I love Spain. I’ve been there five times and I simply adore their culture. So I’d really like to start learning Spanish.

3. Do you think schools should organize extra classes for students like playing chess?

I think it’s great if school organizes extracurricular activities. That way parents don’t waste time on driving their kids first to school and later to other extra classes. More kids will attend such classes which are at their school. And school would earn some extra money.

4. What’s your opinion of school trips? Should they be organized or not? Why? Why not?

I think school trips which last three, four or even seven days are a really great experience for kids, and also teenagers. They can socialise, do some group activities like playing games or doing sports. This will help them be more open and sociable. Also, it’s great fun, at least for most of them.