Лучшие сочинения учащихся 11 класса В

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Спецкурс English Writing

Лучшие сочинения учащихся 11 класса В

Учитель: Деревянкина С.Н.

Тамбов 2003 г

A Visit To the Earth

They were a good space team called “Quarto” from the Planet of Alfanor, large and beautiful. They had been given a task to explore the Earth, the most strange and mysterious place in their Metagalaxy. The Alfanorians knew too little about enigmatic creatures inhabiting the Earth, but they were very curious and purposeful.

The “Quarto” landed at night. At seven o’clock they left their ship and were extremely surprised. Unbelievable! Everything around them: trees, bushes, grass, flowers, the blue sky, animals and birds – was just the same as on the Alfa nor. As if they were twins.

When the “Quarto” team saw the creatures, whom they called “people” (it means “mysterious” in the Alfanorian’s language), they were really shocked. People looked like the Alfanorians! Incredible as it may seem, they wore the same clothes, they talked, walked and worked, had houses and cars, cooked dinner and looked after pets…. At first sight the Earth seemed to be the Alfanor’s twin.

The “Quarto” spent three hundred and sixty five days with people, and the results were depressing: people were silly! They fought for nothing, they killed their brothers, they loved money and power…. They ruined the Earth and could lose everything they had. Only some people realized that they lived for something different: for happiness, for perfect truth, for love… but they were not numerous enough to save the incredibly beautiful Earth from destruction.

They left Planet Earth surprised and rather disappointed by what they had found.

Written by Oksana Petrunina

Great Expectations

I don’t want to waste time making conjectures about my future life because it is something totally unpredictable. Instead I am going to reflect on the future of mankind for the direction of the further development of our society has already been set.

It is obvious that we have already stepped into computer age, and we’ll keep engaging computers in more and more spheres of our life. In spite of all the advantages of computers, we can face a real problem of misinterpreting the reality. Not only can computers become useful tools for work, but they may also replace family and other primary relationships. You may consider the computer your best friend, but the difference is that it can’t feel and respond adequately to the emotions.

I don’t believe in flying cars or colonization of other planets. However, I can say for sure that space exploration will be continued and some day it might be of great use to people. It already helps with weather forecasting and satellite search. Besides, we are very likely to run out of natural resources in the nearest future. So it would be great if we could transport metals and other things from other planets.

Overpopulation is also a troublesome problem. Now there are over 6 billion people living on our planet, and the growth of the population is exponential. We’ll keep cutting out forests to provide people with shelter. The damage will be irreversible, for it takes only 10 minutes to cut a tree and 20 years to grow it, and, as we all know, the lack of trees leads to the lack of oxygen.

The gap between the standard of living in capitalist countries and the standard of living in undeveloped countries will continue to increase, which should lead to another economic crisis.

There is also a bright side of the story. I’m absolutely positive that new medicines for dangerous diseases will be found and will also be available to people with average income.

I also have some hopes, no matter how unrealistic they may sound. I want people to have some single world religion, which will put an end to discrimination, hatred and intolerance towards someone who has a different opinion or beliefs.

Written by Natasha Kravchenko

An Amazing Incident

It was a warm spring evening. John Fisher had just been released from prison, where he spent a long time for hijacking, and was walking through a park when an amazing thing happened. All of a sudden a huge spaceship with flashing lights landed right in front of him, the door opened and three aliens got out. Those green leathery-skinned creatures had big eyes, and only three fingers on each of their eight arms and legs. They looked like enormous spiders. John managed to hide behind a tree so they didn't notice him.

Those aliens came from the planet Dar, which was very far from the Solar system, intending to colonize the Earth. Their mission was to check if people were strong and obedient enough to work for them. They went away to look for a person whom they could give a series of tests.

John was very excited to see such astonishing things. Suddenly a brilliant idea came into his mind. He thought he would become extremely rich if he could get the spaceship and sell it. The door was opened and the strange creatures were away, so after a while John got into it without any difficulties. He saw many glowing buttons inside, pushed one of them and the spaceship took off.

The aliens were shocked when they saw their transport flying away. John wanted to go faster and pushed another button but he made a mistake and to his disappointment the spaceship landed again. The aliens got into it in a moment, threw him out of it and thought that if all people behaved like that, they'd better not return there any more. They left Planet Earth surprised and rather disappointed by what they had found.

Written by: Lena Somova

Dear Mrs Clancy,

I am writing with reference to your advertisement in today’s paper concerning possible work as an au pair in your family. I am very interested in doing this kind of job and will be available from the beginning of next month.

I have already done baby-sitting before as I have got two little brothers. Moreover, I am a nurse by profession. I also like children very much. Besides, I am used to doing light housework since my childhood and this will be even a pleasure for me.

Before I can consider the job I need to know what the conditions of work will be. I would like to know  more about what “pocket money” means. As far as I understood I will not be receiving any salary.

I will be available for interview at any time you like.

I am looking forward to hearing from you in the nearest future.

Yours sincerely,

Shirley Pearl

Written by Yevgeniya Savchenko

Dear Madam,

I am writing with reference to your advertisement in today’s newspaper concerning possible work in the Music Shop. I am very interested in doing this kind of job and can start next week.

First of all I have a two years’ practice working in the music shop. Besides, I have musical education and can be very helpful for customers in making their choice. Moreover, I have always been interested in music and know modern and classical singers quite well.

Before I consider the job, I need to know what the salary and working conditions will be. I would like to know about the interview, when and where it will be.

I am looking forward to hearing from you soon.

 Yours faithfully,

Mona Doan

Written by Oksana Petrunina

Dear Mrs. Salerno-Williams,

I am writing this letter in response to your advertisement published in the “Youth” magazine. I would like to apply for the position of a supervisor in one of the Eurokids camps.

I am a 24-year-old college graduate, who is fond of children and enjoys doing sports and playing different games.

During high school I played for the school girls’ soccer team. At that time I also had a lot of experience in looking after children, working as a Child Care Provider, which taught me responsibility and creativity in organizing various diversionary activities.

I speak Russian fluently. Apart from that, I took German classes in college and can communicate freely with native speakers. While in college, I also made a lot of progress in volleyball.

The last point I would like to introduce to show that my services might be of use to your camp is the fact that I have undergone a special training course, which enables me to provide first aid treatment and CPR in cases of emergency: this is crucial in working with children.

If you are interested in offering me the work, could you, please, contact me on (278) 974-8294 between 3 and 8 p.m. I will be looking forward to getting your reply.

Yours sincerely,

 Ann Maple.

Written by Natasha Kravchenko

Dear Jackie,

I am writing with reference to your advertisement in today's paper concerning possible work as a shop assistant at Murph's Records London. I am very interested in doing this kind of job and will be available from the beginning of next month. However, I need to know when the job starts.

Firstly, I am interested in music and know much about all the latest sounds. Moreover, I studied in a music school and worked as a shop assistant for three years. I am a sociable person and I enjoy communicating with people.

Before I can consider the job I need to know what the hours of work and salary will be. I would like to know when and where the interview will be.

I look forward to hearing from you in the near future.

Yours sincerely,

Dorothy Fox

Written by Lena Somova

Dear Jackie,

I am writing with reference to your advertisement in today's paper concerning possible work as a shop assistant at Murph's Records London. I am very interested in doing this kind of job and can be available from the beginning of next month. I need to know exactly when the job starts.

I should say that my experience of doing this kind of job is good. I can understand different styles and latest sounds of music fairly. Furthermore, I spent 2 years working as a DJ on the radio in my native town. I really enjoy communicating with people and advising them what musical disk to choose according to their tastes. Moreover, I have always been interested in the history of musical styles and biography of different singers.

Before I can consider the job I need to know what the hours of work and pay would be. I am afraid that I will only be available for interview in the evening. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future.

Sincerely yours,

Julya Safonova.

We Are Responsible for Those  We Have Domesticated

People often think that having a pet is only fun and pleasure. But they shouldn't forget that it is a great responsibility as well. If people who buy a pet are not prepared to look after it, they can just throw it away. As a result the number of homeless cats and dogs is increasing. So a person should think twice to have a pet or not. You should choose a suitable pet. I mean, you can't keep a big dog in a small flat. You should also make sure that every member of the family would like to have a pet.

Even such a small pet as a parrot requires much care. I'd like to give some advice to those who are going to have a parrot. First of all, you should remember that parrots like any other pets need attention. If they sit in a cage all day long they  may become ill. You should let your parrot out of the  cage for at least two hours a day provided you keep all doors and windows closed. But you should always keep an eye on it. Parrots can learn to talk but they learn only those words that they hear most often. You shouldn't repeat the words you wouldn't like to hear from your pet.

Written by Lena Somova

Your Pet: a Friend Or a Room-Mate?

My dear young reader,

You are going to buy a pet, but haven’t decided whom would you like to have? The choice is difficult: fluffy tender pussies, playful dogs, parrots, tortoises, hamsters…. You should know exactly your purpose.

If you are lonely, if you need sympathy and understanding, then you need a dog, we’ll call him Rex. Rex will be the most faithful and reliable friend. He will trust and obey you and you can trust him in any situation. All Rex needs is to be fed, but if you give him more – give him love, you will have the best friend in the world.

If you have bought a cat, do not demand any sympathy from it. Cats, unlike “open-hearted” dogs, are animals “deep inside”.Outwardly your cat will seem indifferent and proud. You should not blame it – it’s cat’s nature.

If you want to be a teacher to your pet, a parrot is the most suitable. A parrot is a very curious kind of animal, so you will enjoy teaching it.

If you want just to look after a pet, you need a hamster, a tortoise or fish. They don’t need any special attitude.

I hope, you’ve understood that before choosing a pet you should think properly. Remember, having a pet is a great responsibility.

Written by Oksana Petrunina

A Cat or a Crocodile?

How many times did you think before getting a pet? Were you sure you wanted one?

Many people get pets for fun. They consider having a pet to be easy work that brings fun and pleasure, but doesn’t take any extra time or extra money, or even extra work. Well, they are mistaken.

Having a cat, or a dog, or a parrot, maybe some fish, or even a pig is an exciting way to find a new friend, but at the same time your little friend takes lots of patience, love, care and time.

First, you  need to choose your future friend. Should it be an animal or a bird, a goldfish or a snake? Do you want it to be large or tiny, noisy or quiet?

Make sure, that all the members of your family agree with you. Maybe your Mom or Dad is afraid of crocodiles and you consider them the best domestic animals! Then, maybe, it would be better to get something more usual, like a cat, huh?

And if you’re absolutely sure you’ve picked one up, don’t get too frustrated if it comes out not exactly what you expected it to be!

Written by Alisa Tajitdinova

We are Responsible for Those We have Domesticated

Are you going to buy a pet? Pet owners have to be prepared to look after their pets. You should know how to choose suitable pets and to look after them properly. I am going to write an article offering advice to people who have chosen to buy a cat.

The cat is a wise pet. Cats like when people pay much attention to them. You should comb a cat every day, otherwise its wool will be in the lumps. You shouldn't let your cat sharpen the claws everywhere it wants. It is better to present it with a board to sharpen. Besides, you have to wash its eyes and ears. And if your cat walks outside, you should clean its paws after this walking. Don't wash the cat very often. The cat must have its own menu and a saucer.

I think that everything depends on the character of the cat and you should learn it. Then you'll understand what your cat likes and dislikes and knowing its wishes you'll look after it better. In my opinion, cats help to relax.

So, if you take care of your pet correctly, respect its character, you will get a real friend. And a cat will become the member of your family.

Written by Kristina Lukoshina

How to Choose a Dog And Look After It Properly

If you have decided to have a dog you should know some rules how to choose and look after it properly.

First of all, before acquiring a puppy you should know the dog of what breed you want to have. If you live in a flat, you should buy a small dog because it doesn't need much place.

A puppy must be healthy, curious and courageous. It should be at the age of 2 months.

When you have bought a puppy you should start to bring it up. Your pet needs to be disciplined and should obey you: it mustn't run after cats, chew everything in the flat, bark, bite and throw oneself on the strangers. During your puppy's upbringing you mustn't smack it, otherwise, your dog will become nervous and aggressive. Nevertheless, the dog must feel who the master in the family is.

You should feed your dog at the same time and prepare special food for it. You mustn't feed it with chocolate, spicy and fat food, chicken bones.

What's more, you need to inoculate your dog every year.

To sum up, you should remember that to have a pet is a great responsibility and anxiety.

Written by: Julia Safonova

My Friend

I suppose the first thing one notices about Lena is her tanned skin and dark brown eyes. She doesn’t wear much make up. She has medium-length straight hair. She isn’t overweight, she is slim and slender, not very tall.

Lena has got a great sense of humor, when I’m with her I am always laughing. She is very talented. She is excellent at studying English, attends a theatre circle, has a talent for drawing different unusual things and writing funny verses. On the whole she is a peculiar person.

She likes to wear all types of clothes from jeans to evening dresses. As for accessories, Lena always wears three rings. Besides she may take on a brooch, a bracelet and something else, which go with her clothes. One of her accessories I like most of all is an earring in the form of scissors.

The most distinctive thing about her is her view of the world. She has her own interesting opinion on every thing. She is very cheerful, you can’t be upset when she is with you.

Written by Alexandra  Markova

My Friend

My friend Sveta is quite an interesting person with quite an interesting appearance. She is not very tall. She has long red hair and brown eyes. She doesn’t usually wear much make-up. Sveta is smart and has a lovely smile.

What I like most about her is her personality. She is sociable, kind-hearted, open-faced and fair. She is easy to go with. I think, Sveta is the best friend in the world. She never lets me down.

The most distinctive thing about her is her ability to make people laugh. She is so cheerful and her jokes are so bright and witty that I can’t sometimes stop laughing for several minutes.

Sveta has no particular preference in clothes as she can wear jeans or a long skirt, trainers or high-heeled shoes. It depends on her mood. But she has a good taste, I should say.

All in all, Sveta has an optimistic view of the world. I always feel much better after speaking to her. That’s what I love her for!    

Written by Yevgeniya Savchenko

My Friend

I suppose the first thing one notices about Anya is her long dark hair and her brown eyes. She is very smart. Anya is not very tall. She doesn't generally wear much make-up.

What I particularly like about her is the way she thinks carefully about what she says and makes interesting remarks. She is a very patriotic person. Anya loves her motherland. She likes reading books on the theme of Russia. She can keep any conversation, can talk on different themes. Besides, she has got a great sense of humour and when I'm with her I can never stop laughing.

She loves wearing sports clothes. She prefers to wear a T-shirt, jeans and trainers. She doesn't like to wear any accessories like earrings and chains. But she wears a silver ring with great pleasure.

In my opinion, Anya is an extraordinary person. She is a very cheerful, persistent, helpful, purposeful and has a very realistic view of the world. After I've been with her for a little while I always feel great!

Written by Kristina Lukoshina

An Interesting Person

I suppose, the first thing one notices about Ania is her red hair and her face with a lot of freckles. She has a lovely smile and doesn't generally wear any make up. She is not very tall, and is not quite slim.

What I particularly like about her is the way she treats life: she has a very optimistic view of the world. She is very cheerful, quick-witted, a good-mixer. Ania has got a great sense of humour and when I am with her I can never stop laughing. Once you get to know her a little, however, you realize that she is not as merry and careless as she first seems: Ania is a very sensitive person.

She loves wearing old-fashioned clothes which emphasise her individuality. Ania has her own talisman, a small toy, which she sewed by herself.

The most distinctive thing about her is her accentricity: she is very dynamic and imaginative person. After I've been with her for a little I always feel great.

Written by Julia Safonova

Co-education Is a Disaster For Girls

Today there are different types of schools: single-sex, private, mixed, voluntary. There are a lot of opinions concerning co-education. Some people claim to think that it is a disaster for girls. But I belong to those, who think that everything has its bad and good sides. Co-education has also advantages and disadvantages.

Girls may contact with both sexes. They make acquaintance with different people. Boys’ psychology differs from girls’, and it is necessary to learn it, because such knowledge will help in future family life.

According to all these, it is more interesting and necessary to study in mixed schools.

As for disadvantages, some girls may quarrel with each other because of boys. Love and such like things distract girls’ attention from school subjects. As a result they can’t concentrate on studying and get bad marks.

In conclusion I would like to say that in spite of some bad sides of co-education I am for it, because girls should not contact with girls only, but also with boys to learn and understand their nature.

Written by Alexandra Markova

Co-education Is a Disaster for Girls: For and Against

In my opinion, co-education of girls and boys is the best way for taking knowledge, because it is more effective and interesting to study in a mixed group. So, I don't agree with the statement "Co-education is a disaster for girls". Of course, sometimes it is better because girls don't distract from the lesson and think about foreign things, boys. Maybe, girls will not try to look more attractive for them. So, probably, girls will learn new information better.

However, there are some disadvantages: girls isolated from the opposite sex, will have no experience in communicating with them but it is necessary in the society. As the girls are the weak sex they have to learn how to dominate, be able to find their place in life, be certain about themselves. So they can only learn these things studying together.

As the boys mature slowly it is more useful for them to communicate with girls to balance this difference.

To draw a conclusion I should say that boys and girls mustn't be separated because it is harmful for their development and social adaptation.

Written by Julia Safonova

Co-education Is a Disaster For Girls

I do not agree with this statement, because J think that coeducation is much more useful and interesting for both sexes. Of course, co-education has its own positive and negative sides, however, there are more advantages.

It is said that when boys and girls study together, they cannot do it very well, because they are distracted from lessons and want to talk with each other. But sometimes mixed types of schools even help students to study, because girls want to show their knowledge to boys, and boys want to know more to be cleverer than girls. Everybody tries to get a good mark, because they want to amaze others.

Besides, in our life men and women live together, communicate with each other, and girls should learn how to do it from their early youth. Co-educational schools help them to do it, prepare for adult life.

It is very difficult to imagine different parties at school, where only boys or only girls study. In co-educational schools parties and different competitions are more interesting.

From my point of view schools should be co-educational, because it is better for every student, for their development. Studying should be various and it can be so only in co-educational schools.

Written by Yulia Tarasova

Co-education Is a Disaster for Girls

It sounds very strange. I can't agree with this statement.

On the contrary, co-education helps develop a good character. Students become generous, helpful, kind. They grow up in the atmosphere of mutual understanding and friendship. Education is merry and various. Boys and girls associate with each other, know something new. Boys and girls have a purpose, they go to school willingly, with great desire.

And if girls study without boys their life will be boring and their lessons will be awfully monotonous. In the society with boys, girls can assert their character, besides, girls can compete with boys. I think, it is a very good thing.

So, in my opinion, boys and girls should study together, because they complete each other.

Written by Kristina Lukoshina

To: Ms M. Smith

From: Natasha Kravchenko

Subject: “The Future” cinema

Last week a new cinema with a symbolic name “The Future” opened on the corner of Green Street and Funicane Avenue. The cinema is a so called “I-max” theatre, which means that now we have  an opportunity of experiencing movies in three dimensional prospect.

This is made possible by a huge screen which forms a vault over the viewers making up half of the ceiling and walls. Together with the Dolby surround sound this creates an impression that you are a part of what is going on the screen.

The seats are nice and soft and, if a movie gets too long, you will not have to move from side to side in order to feel comfortable.

Before going in to enjoy the performance you can buy pop-corn and soft drinks, which are, I must confess, a bit expensive.

However, there is a detail that ruins the perfect impression of the cinema. It is the fact that you cannot experience a movie in its full unless you sit in the middle of the hall.

The cinema is showing all the latest productions, so that if you ever get a chance of visiting it, you should do it.