This 5-page document contains: *a text on 5 most popular Social media platforms in Russia in 2022-2024. a variety of grammar, vocabulary and comprehension exercises to help with memorising and using essential vocabulary to enable talking on the subject of social media usage. The worksheet is appropriate for A-level students studying theme 2 (Political and artistic culture in the Russian-speaking world) subtheme 1 Mass Media.

17 pages of translation exercises to practise essential vocabulary and memorise key facts, numbers and ideas on the themes required for A-level specification. A total of 73 complex and compound sentences to be translated into Russian. Answers with possible translation variants are provided for each sentence. The 3 themes and subthemes covered are: Развитие российского общества -жизнь российской молодёжи -мир труда -образование Москва и С.-Петербург общественные проблемы реконструкция -окружающая среда Политическая и художественная культура в русскоязычном мире -цирк, музыка -СМИ, соцсети All sentences contain essential vocabulary required at A-level. Each sentence is developed using essential constructions. We included a variety syntax structures, coordinating/subordinate common and compound conjunctions, verbal forms to reflect the exam standard requirements. Almost each sentence contains a phrase to express an opinion, argument, make a conclusion and/or engage in a dialogue (e.g. I suppose, as far as I know, what do you think). Answers are provided to English sentences. However, the exercise can be done in reverse - using Russian answers to be translated into English.

This resource was developed as a complimentary material towards subtopic 2.2 - музыка, цирк, балет - of A-level Edexcel Russian Specification. It discusses the state of classical music in modern Russia and specifically covers orchestras. Students will learn about the most famous orchestras, the names of their directors and conductors, classical music festivals and will practise essential vocabulary and answer comprehension questions to ensure understanding and practise speaking on the topic. 5 pages of text and 4 exercises for each chapter of the text. The worksheet is developed in line with Edexcel A-level Russian specification but is appropriate for anyone learning Russian at B1-B2 level.

This worksheet is aimed at practicing forming and using past and present forms of adverbial participles (деепричастия) in the context of Russian A-level theme ‘Москва и Санкт-Петербург. Изменения в жизни большого города’. The verbs used and the sentences are all on the subject of Moscow and St Petersburg: social problems, reconstruction, environmental problems The worksheet contains 6 exercises (Participles/verb formation, transforming sentences using simple and compound conjunctions, completing sentence, choosing the right form, translation). 4 pages of exercises . A separate answer sheet to enable independent work.

This resource contains 7 texts written to the standard of GCSE higher tier. The topics are in line with the topics of Edexcel GCSE Russian requirements: Town vs city The Internet: pros and cons Books, TV, Internet Cinema Weather in your region. Weather today. Ideal weather Traditions and celebrations Spare time. Hobby The texts can be used as sample essays in preparation for the written exam. Certain key words and phrases are written in bold for students to pay attention to the key vocabulary. Each essay is followed by a word search exercise (finding Russian equivalents in the text). The texts can be used as a starting point for a discussion on a topic, as well as reading comprehension or listening practice.

The paper is tailored to suit students preparing for Edexcel Russian Higher tier, but can also be used at Foundation level with minor modifications. It is designed to be as close as possible to the exam and sample assessment released by the exam board. The paper follows the order of tasks in an exam assessment paper: -shorter writing task; -longer writing task; -translation into Russian. Each task reflects the themes and subtopics prescribed by Edexcel board (e.g. food and drink, school, friendship, future plans, sport events, environment). There is a choice of 8 tasks in exercises 1 and 2 each and 4 texts for translation in exercise 3 to ensure as many subtopics are covered as it is possible.

A 28-page resource to help prepare for A-level Russian written exam. The resource contains character description with an extensive quotes bank to back up the description and to help with analysis of the main and secondary characters (Раневская, Лопахин, Гаев, Варя, Аня, Дуняша, Фирс, Яша, Епиходов, Петя Трофимов). The extended quotes can easily be used as a quick revision of the text (main events and characters). Character description includes: *background, *character traits and analysis, *appearance, *their relationship with other characters. The document also contains: *Further questions to help with themes and characters analysis *An extensive adjectives word bank to help with the above *A character analysis table to help students group the characters in relation to the past/future/present; main/secondary; masters/servants themes. *12 exam-style essay questions on characters, themes, dramatic techniques.

GCSE listening practice (Edexcel examboards). The test is created to reflect Edexcel exam paper and contains 14 exam style listening questions (multiple choice, choosing correct answers, filling in the gaps from the word lists provided, answering questions in English and Russian). The following topics are included: Food and drink: restaurants, fast food preferences Life in the town and rural life Holidays, tourist information and directions Services School life & routine School rules and pressures Work, careers and volunteering / future plans House & Home Daily routines Celebrations, birthdays Relationships with family and friends Environmental issues Travel and transport Media – TV and film Information and communication technology Hobbies, interests, sports and exercise **Answers and transcripts are provided on separate pages **

This document contains exam style questions on one of literary works - Queen of Spades. The essays are compiled in line with Edexcel requirements for achieving high marks ( inclusion of 2-3 key points, rich and varied vocabulary, knowledge of content, quotes and analysis). Each of the 9 essays is followed by a short exercise to help with memorising Kew phrases and grammar practice (translation, matching pairs, filling in prepositions, putting the words in the correct case, word formation). Answers are included to enable self-study.

Expand your Russian vocabulary with this list of words and phrases related to music. The worksheet contains a list of phrases and two exercises to help you practise them and see the phrases in context. The worksheet can be used in class as well as for independent work, as the answers are provided. Appropriate for level A2 and higher as well as those working toward Russian A-level.

This 25-page workbook covers subtheme 3 of topic 4 studied at A-level '1991: problems of the USSR by 1991- coup in August 1991/ disintegration of the USSR: проблемы СССР к началу 1991 г. - путч в августе - распад СССР. The document contains: vocabulary list a broad list of exam-style questions a separate list with possible detailed answers - each answer can be used for information, reading, translation, vocabulary and discussion practice 3 exam style passages for translating into Russian a variety of texts to cover the topic: *outline of the problems the USSR faced by 1991 ‘parad of sovereignties’ *Путч events explained with photographs and texts *events after путч a variety of vocabulary and comprehension exercises (word formation, chronology of events exercise, word search, translation, synonyms) -polls of people’s opinion on the collapse of the USSR and whether/how their lives changed (can be used as a starting point for discussion and to practise numerals). The texts can also be used to practise translation and listening skills. All texts and exercises are developed in line with Edexcel GCE Russian specification for the level of vocabulary and grammar required at that level. The worksheet is also appropriate for anyone learning Russian towards B1-B2 level and interested in expanding their general knowledge and vocabulary on the history of the late USSR, reforms and its disintegration.

This 7-page worksheet is designed to help with revising the topic and work on essential vocabulary. The texts are selected with a view to refresh the key ideas of perestroika and the issues with the policy implementation and its outcomes. The exercises include: -fill in the gaps -word search translation activity comprehension questions -matching the cause to effect The texts can be used to replicate exam-style listening questions.

This Complete Revision & Practice Workbook is full of revision and practice for the Edexcel Russian GCSE course. 130 pages. It contains useful vocab list for all 5 required themes with subtopics, a variety of excercises and grammar notes, as well as exam-style questions, which cover the reading, translation and speaking skills needed for the exam. Learners will also benefit from mock exam tasks for wrtitten examination (shorter and longer essays questions and translation tasks - English into Russian) and speaking examination (10 picture based tasks with sample answers and 10 role play speaking cards). The book is rounded off with a complimentary 20-page translation activities pack (sentences and short exam-style texts for translating from Russian into English and vice versa). Answers to most practice questions are included to enable self-study. Although the book was developed in line with GCSE requirements, it is appropriate for any learners studying Russian towards A2 level and looking to expand and practise their vocabulary on such topics as family, hobby, free time, workday routine, the world around us, travelling, city, village, local area, school, education, future plans, the world around us, global issues, environment. A few small sections of this book are available separately on our store, including a free Sample GCSE speaking card.

This 17-page workbook covers subtheme 1 ‘Life of the Russian youth (heath, leisure, new technology)’ of the first of the 4 topics - Development of Russian Society/ Развитие российского общества. The document contains: a broad list of exam-style questions a variety of texts to cover the topic (e.g. youth problems, modern hobbies, problems of young people in modern Russia, what is the government doing to improve the situation, the problem of loneliness, spare time) infographics to enable further discussion comprehension questions questions for further discussion vocabulary exercises The texts can also be used to practise translation skills. Graphs can be used to practise the use numerals in all cases and as a starting point for discussing the topic. All texts and exercises are developed in line with Edexcel GCE Russian specification for the level of vocabulary and grammar required at that level. The worksheet is also appropriate for anyone learning Russian towards B1-B2 level and interested in expanding their general knowledge and vocabulary on the topic of the life of modern youth.

GCSE Russian general conversation questions, with two sets of model answers, for each of the 5 Edexcel themes (all subtopics within each theme are covered). Alternative models answers are written in a humorous way with a view to evoke an emotive response and hopefully have some fun whilst learning the essentials. Students can adapt the model answers to write their own individualised answers as part of their preparation for the GCSE speaking exam. 38 pages.

This 30-page workbook covers subtheme 1 ‘Mass Media(freedom of expression, printed and digital media, influence of media on society and politics)’ of one of the 4 topics -Political and artistic culture in Russian-speaking world/Политическая и художественная культура в русскоязычном мире/ studied at A-level. The document contains: essential vocabulary list a broad list of exam-style questions a separate list with possible detailed answers - each answer can be used for information, reading, translation, vocabulary and discussion practice a variety of texts to cover the topic (e.g. the future of printed press, influence of media on young people, popularity of different media channels, most well-paid Russian video bloggers, public trust in different media, use of the Russian language in other countries, popular programmes on TV, etc.) infographics and survey results to enable further discussion comprehension questions and questions for further discussion, a variety of vocabulary exercises The texts can also be used to practise translation skills. All texts and exercises are developed in line with Edexcel GCE Russian specification for the level of vocabulary and grammar required at that level. The worksheet is also appropriate for anyone learning Russian towards B1-B2 level and interested in expanding their general knowledge and vocabulary on the topic of media and media in Russian-speaking countries…

This is an video tutorial where I explain the concept of aspect, draw parallels with the use of English tenses, offer real life situations and examples of usage of perfective and imperfective verbs, look at the formation of perfective verbs and offer some practice. For the second part of the video (from min.15:30) you will need to refer to the picture file.

A colourful worksheet that can be used in class or as part of home learning to help children memorise letters, learn and practise colours, new words and numbers 1-10. ask children to find the letter the suggested word starts with ask them to find all the green/red letters ask them to count all the green/red letters or objects ask them to count all the animals, fruits, etc. ask them to test you! Kids love catching adults making a mistake!