ЕГЭ Speaking: Health & Well-being

ЕГЭ Exam Prep: Final Push

Topic Revision: Health, Well-being, Medicine & Lifestyle.

Modern Traps

Modern Traps Task 38 (Prob & Sol)

You are working on a project about teenagers' lifestyle.

Discuss: What are the main problems associated with preparing for exams and modern teen habits? Suggest effective solutions to these problems.

Hint: Think about lack of movement, bad food, and tiredness.

Problems & Drawbacks
  • Lead a sedentary lifestyle
    вести малоподвижный образ жизни
  • Develop unhealthy eating habits
    формировать нездоровые пищевые привычки
  • Suffer from chronic fatigue
    страдать от хронической усталости
  • Experience high stress levels
    испытывать высокий уровень стресса
  • Results in worsening eyesight
    приводит к ухудшению зрения
  • Leads to posture problems
    приводит к проблемам с осанкой

Staying Active

Staying Active Task 3 (Interview)

You are interviewed about keeping fit.

  • What do you usually do to keep fit?
  • Why is getting enough sleep so important for students?
  • How can regular physical exercise change a person's life?

Give full and complete answers (2-3 sentences each).

Solutions & Benefits
  • Follow a balanced diet
    придерживаться сбалансированного питания
  • Do regular physical exercise
    регулярно заниматься физическими упражнениями
  • Get enough sleep
    высыпаться
  • Reduce the risk of illness
    снижать риск заболеваний
  • Improve overall well-being
    улучшать общее самочувствие

Booking a Visit

Booking a Visit Task 2 (Questions)

You are considering undergoing a comprehensive medical check-up at a private clinic.

Ask 4 direct questions about:

  • Available dates for the check-up
  • Cost of the procedure
  • Need to take tests beforehand
  • Online consultations with a doctor
Treatment & Care
  • Have regular medical check-ups
    проходить регулярные медицинские осмотры
  • Seek professional medical advice
    обращаться за проф. мед. консультацией
  • Take prescribed medication
    принимать назначенные лекарства

Doctor's Orders

Doctor's Orders Discussion
Teacher: Doctor | Student: Patient

Many people avoid going to the doctor until it's too late.

Discuss: Why is self-medication dangerous? Why shouldn't people ignore early symptoms? What is necessary to recover completely?

Treatment & Care
  • Ignore early warning signs
    игнорировать ранние тревожные симптомы
  • Follow a doctor’s recommendations
    следовать рекомендациям врача
  • Recover fully from an illness
    полностью восстанавливаться после болезни

Food for Thought

Food for Thought Monologue

Proper nutrition is crucial for exam takers. Junk food might be tasty, but it ruins concentration.

Discuss: How does a healthy diet affect brain function and exam preparation? Why should teenagers limit fast food?

Healthy Nutrition
  • Cut down on sugar and processed food
    сократить потребление сахара и полуфабрикатов
  • Maintain a healthy weight
    поддерживать здоровый вес
  • Increase energy levels
    повышать уровень энергии
  • Concentrate and focus better
    лучше концентрироваться и фокусировать внимание
  • Strengthen the immune system
    укреплять иммунную систему

Ways to Relax

Ways to Relax Task 4 (+ and -)

Project: "Ways to relax and reduce stress"

Compare two options (e.g. playing active outdoor sports vs. playing video games at home).

Focus on: Briefly outline the advantages and disadvantages of each way of relaxing for a teenager's health.

Useful Phrases
  • An obvious advantage is...
    Очевидное преимущество заключается в...
  • A major drawback could be...
    Главным недостатком может быть...
  • Improve overall well-being
    улучшать общее самочувствие
  • Experience high stress levels
    испытывать высокий уровень стресса