Each graduate is well aware that in order to successfully enter the specialty of interest, it is necessary to prepare well for the Unified State Exam 2018 and score the highest possible points. What does it mean to “pass the exam well” and how many points will be enough to compete for a budget place in a particular university? This will be discussed in this article.

We will cover the following important questions:

First of all, it is important to understand what exists:

• the minimum score that gives the right to receive a certificate;
• the minimum score that allows you to apply to the university;
• the minimum score sufficient for real income to the budget in a particular specialty at a particular university in Russia.

Naturally, these figures differ significantly.

Minimum certification score

Minimum certification points The USE are set for compulsory subjects - the Russian language and mathematics at the basic level and in 2018 are:

Having overcome this threshold, but not reaching the minimum test score, the examinee will receive a certificate, but will not be able to apply to the university.

Minimum test score

The test minimum is the threshold value that gives the right to enter the university. In other words, persons who have overcome the test threshold theoretically have the right to join the fight for budget places. Although, in practice, it is almost impossible to enter highly rated universities with minimal performance.

In 2018, in all subjects except the Russian language and basic mathematics test minimum scores of the USE coincide with the attestation ones and are:

Subject	Minimum test score
Russian language
Mathematics (basic level)
Mathematics (profile level)
Social science
Literature
Foreign language
Biology
Informatics
Geography

The principle of calculating the success of passing a single state exam assumes that the subject must demonstrate a high, average or sufficient level of knowledge, corresponding to the grades "5", "4" and "3" in the school scale.

In case of an unsatisfactory result, as well as when passing for a score that the examinee himself considers insufficient for himself, graduates are given the right to transfer passing the exam.

Minimum score for admission to the budget

Most universities announce the threshold score required for applicants for a budget place. This allows each applicant to realistically assess the prospects for admission and choose universities and specialties based on the points scored in the USE.

In 2018, you can focus on the fact that last season the average passing scores for all USE subjects among applicants who entered MGIMO and other highly rated universities in the capital, fluctuated between the threshold value of 80-90. But, for most regional universities of the Russian Federation, 65-75 points can already be considered a competitive result.

Converting the primary score to the resulting one

By completing the tasks proposed in the USE ticket, the examinee gains the so-called primary scores, the maximum value of which varies depending on the subject. When evaluating the level of knowledge, such primary scores are converted into the resulting ones, which are entered in the certificate and are basic upon admission.

With the help of an online calculator, you can compare primary and test scores in subjects of interest.

Just like last year, in 2018, recruited during the passage USE scores affect the score of the certificate and, although the table for comparing the test score and traditional grades is not officially accepted, you can approximately compare your scores right now using the universal calculator.

Passing scores of the top 10 universities in Russia

		total
	Moscow State University them. M.V. Lomonosov
	Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology
	National Research Nuclear University MEPhI
	Saint Petersburg State University
	Moscow State Institute of International Relations
	National research university « graduate School economy"
	Moscow State Technical University named after N.E. Bauman
	National Research Tomsk politechnical University
	Novosibirsk National Research State University
	St. Petersburg Polytechnic University of Peter the Great

Please note that the average passing scores for different specialties in the same university can vary significantly. This figure reflects the minimum score of applicants who entered the budget, and tends to change every year. The results of 2017 can only serve as a guideline for applicants in 2018, motivating them to achieve the highest possible results.

There are many factors that affect the minimum passing score, including:

1. the total number of graduates who have applied and the scores indicated on their certificates;
2. the number of applicants who provided original documents;
3. the number of beneficiaries.

So, having seen your last name in 20th place in the list of a specialty that provides for 40 budget places, you can confidently consider yourself a student. But, even if you find yourself on this list of 45, there is no reason to be upset if among those standing in front of you there are 5-10 people who provided copies of documents, because most likely these people are tuned to another university and applied for this specialty as a fallback .

Below is a translation scale primary points profile exam in mathematics in 2019:

• The primary score obtained is converted into a test score. Each task of the test part "costs" 1 point. Writing tasks - from 2 to 4 points
• To pass the threshold profile exam you need to solve at least 6 tasks, that is, recruit 6 primary or 27 test scores.

Moreover, you can see that the first part is very "expensive" in terms of points, for one task of the first part you can get 1 raw point, which is recoded into 5 or 6 test points!

• If you solve all the problems of the first part correctly, you can type 62 points.
• If you solve the entire first part, numbers 13, 15 and 17 (most often these numbers are solved by those who have a solid “5” at school), then you can dial 80 points.

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• Further points can be taken on geometry (No. 14, 16), parameters (No. 18) or number theory (No. 19). If you decided, for example, No. 14, took a couple of points for No. 19, having decided a) and b) - this is already 88 points.
• So to dial above 80 points need to be able to solve problems on at least one of these topics or several:

- options,

— planimetry,

- stereometry,

For example, you solved 12 problems, but made a mistake in one, as a result you get 11 primary and 56 test points, and could get 62 points (!), if they had not made a mistake in some number, it could have even been the simplest number 1. If you make a mistake again, you will get 50 points for the first part. A score for the simplest task No. 1 "weighs" as much as one point for complex planimetry No. 16, the computer does not care where you scored it. The main strategy is to be attentive in the first part.

Exam plan USE work mathematics

The work is designed for 3 hours 55 minutes. If you are planning to complete tasks high level difficulty numbered 18-19, then the first part number 1-12 should take you no more than 30 minutes.

Good luck to everyone on the exam!

Federal Service for Supervision in Education and Science
(Rosobrnadzor)
27.02.2019 No. 10-151

federal Service on supervision in the field of education and science in accordance with clause 21 of the Procedure for conducting state final certification for educational programs of basic general education, approved by order of the Ministry of Education of Russia and Rosobrnadzor dated November 7, 2018 No. 189/1513 (registered by the Ministry of Justice of Russia on December 10, 2018, registration No. 52953) (hereinafter referred to as the Procedure), sends recommendations for use in the work on determining the minimum number of primary points confirming the mastery of educational programs of the main general education in accordance with the requirements of the federal state educational standard for basic general education (hereinafter referred to as the minimum number of primary points), recommendations for transferring the sum of primary points for examination papers of the main state exam (hereinafter referred to as the OGE) and the state final exam (hereinafter referred to as the GVE) into the five-point grading system in 2019.

In accordance with paragraph 22 of the Procedure, the executive authorities of the subjects Russian Federation, exercising state administration in the field of education, ensure the conduct of state final certification for educational programs of basic general education, including determining the minimum number of primary points, and also ensure the transfer of the sum of primary points for examination work of the OGE and GVE into a five-point scoring system. Application: for 14 liters.

Deputy Head: A.A. Muzaev

Conversion scale primary score for the performance of the examination work in the mark on a five-point scale.

Geography.

2019 year.

0-11 points - mark "2"

12-19 points - mark "3"

20-26 points - mark "4"

27-32 points - mark "5"

2018 year.

The maximum number of points that an examinee can receive for completing the entire examination paper is 32.

0-11 points - mark "2"

12-19 points - mark "3"

20-26 points - mark "4"

27-32 points - mark "5"

2017 year.

The maximum number of points that an examinee can receive for completing the entire examination paper is 32.

0-11 points - mark "2"

12-19 points - mark "3"

20-26 points - mark "4"

27-32 points - mark "5"

The results of the exam can be used when enrolling students in specialized classes high school. A benchmark in the selection for specialized classes can be an indicator, the lower limit of which corresponds to 24 points.

2016 year old

The maximum number of points that an examinee can receive for completing the entire examination paper is 32.

0-11 points - mark "2"

12-19 points - mark "3"

20-26 points - mark "4"

27-32 points - mark "5"

The results of the exam can be used when enrolling students in specialized secondary school classes. A benchmark in the selection for specialized classes can be an indicator, the lower limit of which corresponds to 24 points.

201Year 5

The maximum number of points that an examinee can receive for completing the entire examination paper is 32.

0-11 points - mark "2"

12-19 points - mark "3"

20-26 points - mark "4"

27-32 points - mark "5"

The results of the exam can be used when enrolling students in specialized secondary school classes. A benchmark in the selection for specialized classes can be an indicator, the lower limit of which corresponds to 24 points.

2014 year.

The maximum number of points that an examinee can receive for completing the entire examination paper is 32.

0-11 points - mark "2"

12-19 points - mark "3"

20-26 points - mark "4"

27-32 points - mark "5"

The results of the exam can be used when enrolling students in specialized secondary school classes. A benchmark in the selection for specialized classes can be an indicator, the lower limit of which corresponds to 24 points.

2013 years old

The maximum number of points that an examinee can receive for completing the entire examination paper is 32.

0-11 points - mark "2"

12-19 points - mark "3"

20-26 points - mark "4"

27-32 points - mark "5"

The results of the exam can be used when enrolling students in specialized secondary school classes. A benchmark in the selection for specialized classes can be an indicator, the lower limit of which corresponds to 24 points.

2012 year.

The maximum number of points that an examinee can receive for completing the entire examination paper is 33 points.

0-11 points - mark "2"

12-19 points - mark "3"

20-27 points - mark "4"

28-33 points - mark "5"

The results of the exam can be used when enrolling students in specialized secondary school classes. A benchmark in the selection for specialized classes can be an indicator, the lower limit of which corresponds to 24 points.

2011.

0-11 points - mark "2"

12-19 points - mark "3"

20-27 points - mark "4"

28-33 points - mark "5"

The proposed lower limit of points for marking “3” is a guideline for territorial subject commissions and can be reduced, but not lower than up to 10 points.

The results of the exam can be used when enrolling students in specialized secondary school classes. A benchmark in the selection for specialized classes can be an indicator, the lower limit of which corresponds to 24 points.

2010

0-11 points - mark "2"

12-19 points - mark "3"

20-27 points - mark "4"

28-33 points - mark "5"

year 2009.

0-11 points - mark "2"

12-18 points - mark "3"

19-26 points - mark "4"

27-33 points - mark "5"

Exams are always a very difficult time for any person. Be it a parent, a careless student or a student. Now the role of exams is highly valued. Therefore, in the article we will consider them in more detail.

Exam Forms

Every ninth grader must pass exams in the form of the OGE. But there is another form of certification - GVE. It differs from the first one in that it is not standard, that is, depending on the individual capabilities and characteristics of the student, control and measuring materials are created. It can be tickets, tests, oral answer. This was created for children with health problems, disabilities, who study in correctional specialized schools or who are in places of deprivation of liberty by a court verdict.

Innovations

Previously had to pass 2 compulsory subject to obtain a high school diploma. In 2016, the number of compulsory ones increased to 4. Among them were the Russian language and mathematics (mathematics is not divided into profile and basic, as happens when passing the exam in the form of the Unified State Examination in grade 11), and the ninth grader has the right to choose the remaining 2 exams independently from the list items to donate:

• literature;
• story;
• geography;
• chemistry;
• physics;
• biology;
• foreign languages ​​(English, French, German and Spanish);
• social science;
• Informatics;

But choosing 2 items is a necessary condition. In 2016, the innovation was a trial, so the marks received in 2 additional subjects were not included in the certificate. And in 2017, they will influence the formation of the final grade in the certificate at the end of grade 9.

The final application for participation in the exam must be submitted no later than March 1. Until that time, previous applications can be withdrawn and changed more than once. But it’s better not to do this, but to decide on a set of exams in September and start preparing for them in order to get a good result. And the result in this type of exam is points. So how many points do you need to score at the OGE in order to get good grades in the certificate?

Russian language

The Russian language exam consists of 3 parts (15 tasks). In the first part, students must listen to the audio recording, which the organizers play in the audience (the recording is played 2 times), and then write a concise summary based on the passage they heard, the volume of which should be at least 70 words.

The second part consists of 13 tasks. All of them are performed on the basis of the proposed text, the answers are recorded in a special form. Part 3 involves writing an essay-reasoning, again based on the text read in the 2nd part.

To write an essay, it is proposed to choose one of the three proposed topics. The exam takes 3 hours and 55 minutes. Each student must be provided with a spelling dictionary. The maximum number of points that can be scored is 39. How many points do you need to score at the OGE to get a grade of "3"? At least 15 points. A score of "4" starts at 25 points, and a "5" starts at 34.

Maths

The exam consists of 3 modules:

1. The first part consists of eight tasks and is focused on solving tasks in algebra.
2. In the second part there are only 5 tasks. All of them are in the "Geometry" block: 4 tasks are tasks, and the last one is the choice of correct judgments.
3. The third module assesses the student's abilities in the "Real Mathematics" block. There are 7 tasks in this module. In addition, there is a second part in the math exam, where the choice of the answer is not implied. All tasks must be completed with a complete solution. The second part is subdivided into algebra and geometry.

The unresolved question is how many points you need to score in mathematics? OGE implies that in order to get a satisfactory mark, you need to score at least 8 points. Provided that 3 of them are in algebra, 2 in geometry and 2 in real mathematics. A score of "4" is given from 15 points, and "5" from 22. Maximum score- 32. Then the points obtained are divided into final marks in geometry and algebra.

Chemistry

The exam consists of 2 parts. The first one is a test one, the second implies a complete design of the solution. For the exam, students must be provided with the necessary basic tables and a calculator. 2 hours are allotted for solving the exam questions.

How many points do you need to score on the OGE in chemistry? At least 9 points for a satisfactory score, for a score of "4" - 28 points, and "5" is 29 points. Their maximum number is 38.

Biology

Biology, like chemistry, consists of 2 parts. For completing the exam, you can get 33 points, this is the maximum. It is known how many points you need to score at the OGE in biology in order to get "3", - 13. A score of "4" - 26, "5" can be obtained by scoring more than 37 points.

Geography

In geography, you can get no more than 32 points. A student who gets more than 12 qualifies for a grade of "3". When passing the threshold of 20 points, the mark "4" is put, and a high score is set from 27 points.

Social science

Those who choose social studies also care about how many points they need to score. OGE 2016 showed, by the way, that this subject is chosen much more often than others. And here, to get a certificate, it is enough to score 15 points.

The main subjects, which in most cases are chosen by ninth-graders for passing exams, were considered. But there are others, they can also be selected as checked. In order to successfully pass them, you need to find out how many points you need to score to pass the exam and receive a certificate, and try to get the maximum result.

Increasingly, parents of schoolchildren are turning to our school with a request to prepare future graduates for the Unified State Examination in English language 2018. Therefore, we decided to write a detailed article in which we will tell you how to prepare for this exam: we will consider its structure and give practical tips for successful delivery each part of the exam, as well as present the best textbooks and online resources to prepare for this difficult test.

What is the USE in English 2018

The USE in English 2018 is a final exam at school, which counts as an entrance exam to a university, which is why it is so important to pass it with a high score. So far, this exam is not mandatory, but if a graduate is going to enter a specialized university, he needs to pass this test.

In terms of structure and level of complexity, the USE is similar to the international FCE exam. This means that in order to successfully pass the student must have a level (above average). This is a high level, so we recommend starting to prepare for the exam in English from the 10th grade, then in 2 years the student will be able to master all the necessary amount of material at a normal pace.

In principle, it is possible to prepare for the exam in 1 year, but only if at the time the preparation begins, the student already speaks English at the level (intermediate). Don't know what level a graduate has? Then invite him to pass.

How is the exam in English in 2018? The exam consists of written and oral parts, which are held on different days. One day, students hand over written part, it includes such sections: listening, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. In total, on this day, the graduate needs to complete 40 tasks in 180 minutes. The student can receive a maximum of 20 points for each of the sections. Thus, for this day you can score 80 points.

The second part - oral - takes place on another day and available on request. It lasts only 15 minutes and consists of 4 tasks. On this day, the graduate can earn another 20 points. We strongly advise all graduates to take oral part: in case of unsuccessful answers, you do not lose anything, and in case of successful - earn extra points.

Thus, a graduate in the exam can score a maximum of 100 points. Minimum score for passing the exam is 22 points.

Below we present a table for translating USE scores in English into a five-point system.

The results of the exam are usually published 14 days after the second part of the exam, but in some cases they are already known after 12 days. You can find out your results on the official website of the exam by filling in all the required fields. Paper USE certificates were canceled in 2014, so only electronic certificates are now available.

The structure of the exam in English 2018 and the principles for the successful delivery of each part

In this chapter, we will tell you in detail about what tasks the graduate will have to complete in each part of the exam. In addition, we will give advice from our teachers who prepare students for the exam. By the way, if you are looking for a teacher who will prepare your child for the exam, pay attention to. They have been doing this for more than a year and have developed their own strategy for successful preparation, they know what pitfalls await in the exam, what typical mistakes students make and how to get rid of these mistakes.

As an example, we will present you demo version USE in English, provided by the official website of the Federal Institute of Pedagogical Measurements fipi.ru.

listening

The audition lasts 30 minutes and consists of three parts. The first two parts are the first and second tasks, respectively, and the third part is tasks No. 3-9 (out of a total list of 40 tasks).

Listening to the exam in English in 2018 includes 3 audio fragments combined into one recording. The examiners turn on the recording and do not stop it until the very end, however, there are pauses between the fragments to read the tasks and transfer the answers to the form. For each correct answer in this and other parts of the exam, the student receives 1 point. Let's see what the graduate has to do in the audition.

Exercise 1: 7 statements are given. The student listens to 6 statements and correlates them with statements, one of which is superfluous.

6 points.

Example:

Listening task 1

Task 2: 7 statements are given. The student listens to the dialogue and determines which statements correspond to the content of the dialogue (True), which do not correspond (False), and which are not mentioned in it (Not Stated).

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Listening task 2

Task 3: There are 7 questions, each of which has 3 possible answers. The student listens to the audio recording and selects the correct answer for each question.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Listening task 3

Our advice:

1. When preparing for an exam, you must as many listening assignments as possible in the exam format. So the graduate will get used to quickly read assignments and catch key words in speech that will help to find the right answer.
2. When choosing an answer, one should rely not on the words mentioned in the speaker's speech, but on the meaning of his words. So, for example, in his speech, he can somehow mention all the answers to the task, but if you delve into what has been said, you can understand that there is only one correct answer.

Reading

Reading lasts 30 minutes and consists of 3 parts (9 tasks). For each part, we advise you to spend no more than 10 minutes to meet the allotted half an hour.

Exercise 1: Given 7 short texts (3-6 sentences each) and 8 headings. You need to read the texts and choose the appropriate heading for each of them. In this case, 1 heading will be superfluous.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Reading task 1

Task 2: Given a text that has 6 gaps. Below are 7 passages, 6 of which must be inserted in place of the gaps.

Maximum points: 6 points.

Example:

Reading task 2

Task 3: A short text and 7 questions to it are given. Each question has 4 possible answers, from which you need to choose 1 correct one.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Reading task 3

Our advice:

1. When completing the first task, you need to look for keywords that will indicate the meaning of the text and help you find the right heading. In addition, often the main point of a paragraph is reflected in the first sentence, and some small details are given in the rest. Therefore, in some cases, you just need to carefully read the first sentence in order to correctly complete the task.
2. To successfully complete the second task, you need to have a good understanding of how complex sentences are built in English. The fact is that the missing part in most cases is part of a complex or complex sentence. For example, if a student understands that in the subordinate clause who is used for people, which for objects, and where for places, he will be able to successfully complete most of the tasks. It also needs to be repeated, for example, that the infinitive is used to express purpose.
3. In the third task, the questions are arranged in the order in which they are answered in the text. That is, the answer to the first question will be at the beginning of the text, and not in the middle or end, the answer to the second question will be after the answer to the first, etc.

Grammar and vocabulary

This section of the USE in English 2018 tests the knowledge of grammatical structures and vocabulary of the graduate. The student is given 40 minutes to complete it. Let's see what the student has to do.

Exercise 1: Given a text with 7 words missing. To the right of the text are the words that need to be grammatically transformed (for example, put the verb at the right time) and inserted in the gap.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Grammar and vocabulary, task 1

Task 2: Given a text with 6 gaps. On the right are the words that need to be transformed both lexically and grammatically - to form a single-root word that matches the meaning of the text.

Maximum points: 6 points.

Example:

Grammar and vocabulary, task 2

Task 3: Given a text with 7 gaps. You need to choose for each of them 1 correct answer out of the four proposed.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Grammar and vocabulary, task 3

Our advice:

1. The transformation of the word in the first part, as a rule, occurs according to the following principle. If you are given a verb, you must either use it in the correct tense, or put it in the correct voice form (active or passive), or form a participle from it. If an adjective is given, it is necessary to put it in a comparative or superlative degree. If you need to change a numeral, most likely, you need to make it ordinal.
2. In the second part, knowledge of suffixes and prefixes, including negative ones, is mainly checked, the ability to form different parts of speech from a single-root word.
3. In the third part, knowledge of word compatibility, the so-called collocations, is most often checked. In addition, out of 4 words, you will need to choose the most appropriate in meaning, that is, you need to know the difference between similar words, read the context.

Letter

The graduate is given 80 minutes to write and check 2 written papers.

Exercise 1: The text of a short letter from a friend asking questions is given. The student needs to read it and write a response letter: answer the friend's questions and ask questions to him.

Volume: 100-140 words.

Maximum points: 6 points.

Example:

Letter, task 1

A letter to a friend is written in an informal style. The structure of this work is as follows:

1. Making a "hat"

   In the upper right corner we write the address: on the top line we indicate the city, below it - the country of residence. No need to write the street and house number: this may be regarded as disclosure of confidential information, even if the address is fictitious.

   After the address, skip 1 line and write the date of writing the letter in the same upper right corner.

   Further, as usual, on the left we write an informal appeal: Dear Tom / Jim (name will be given in the task). Hello is not allowed here. After the appeal, put a comma and continue to write the text of the letter from a new line.

2. Text of the letter

   We start writing each paragraph with a red line.

   In the first paragraph, you need to thank your friend for the letter you received (Thanks a lot for your last letter) and apologize that you did not write earlier (Sorry I haven’t been in touch for so long). You can also mention some fact from the received letter.

   In the fourth paragraph, you need to sum up - say that you are finishing the letter (I've got to go now! It's time for my favorite TV show), and offer to keep in touch (Take care and keep in touch!).

3. End of letter

   At the end, you need to write a final cliche phrase, after which a comma is always placed: All the best, Best wishes, etc.

   On the next line, below this phrase, you enter your name.

Task 2: A statement (usually controversial) is given. The graduate writes an essay in which he discusses this topic, expresses his point of view, and also gives the opposite opinion and explains why he does not agree with it.

Volume: 200-250 words.

Maximum points: 14 points.

Example:

Letter, task 2

The essay is written in a neutral style and consists of 5 paragraphs:

1. Introduction: we formulate the topic-problem and immediately indicate that there are two opposing points of view.
2. Your opinion: we express our point of view (one) on this issue and give 2-3 arguments that confirm it.
3. Contrasting opinions: we write 1-2 opposite points of view and give arguments in favor of their existence.
4. We express disagreement: we explain why we do not agree with the above points of view, and we give arguments in defense of our own opinion. However, they should not repeat the arguments from paragraph 2.
5. Conclusion: we draw a conclusion on this topic, indicate that there are different points of view, and finally confirm our point of view.

Our advice:

1. Stick to the required volume. It is permissible to deviate by 10% from the specified number of words, that is, you can write from 90 to 154 words in a letter and from 180 to 275 in an essay. If the graduate writes at least 1 word less (89), he will be given 0 points for the task. If the limit is exceeded, the examiner will count 140 words in a letter or 250 in an essay and will evaluate it, moreover, they will deduct points for work in progress, assignment design, topic disclosure, etc.
2. Avoid paragraphs consisting of one sentence, you need to supplement and argue your every thought. To do this, you can use the constructions In my opinion, I believe, etc.
3. Follow the style of written work: colloquial expressions like Guess what? or Wish me luck!, and in an essay it is better to stick to a more formal style. It is important not to overdo it with "informality": all sorts of well, cause and slang expressions are unacceptable.
4. Use linking words, they make the text logical, allow you to complement or contrast sentences.

Oral speech

The oral part of the exam is the shortest, taking only 15 minutes. The graduate needs to have time to complete as many as 4 tasks, for which you can get a maximum of 20 points. The student submits assignments in front of the computer, his answers are recorded using a headset, and the countdown is shown on the screen. At the same time, there is an organizer in the audience who monitors the course of the exam.

Exercise 1: The text of a popular science character is displayed on the screen. In 1.5 minutes you need to prepare and in the next 1.5 minutes expressively read it aloud.

Lead time: no more than 3 minutes.

Maximum points: 1 point

Example:

Oral speech, task 1

Lead time: about 3 minutes.

Maximum points: 5 points.

Example:

Oral speech, task 2

Task 3: Show 3 pictures. You need to choose 1 and describe it according to the plan proposed right there in the task.

Lead time: about 3.5 minutes.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Oral speech, task 3

Task 4: Given 2 pictures. It is necessary to compare them, describe similarities and differences, explain why the chosen topic is close to the graduate.

Lead time: about 3.5 minutes.

Maximum points: 7 points.

Example:

Oral speech, task 4

Our advice:

1. Take advantage online simulator of the oral part of the exam on the website injaz.ege.edu.ru. It completely simulates the exam, so you get familiar with the format and understand what exactly you need to do, what time to meet, etc.
2. To complete the first part of the exam, you need take texts on different subjects and learn to read them with the correct expression: there should be pauses in speech, logical stresses, natural intonation. In addition, the graduate must fit in one and a half minutes, because the score is reduced if the text is not read to the end. However, it is also impossible to rush, because it is not the speed of reading that is checked, but the ability to expressively read the text.
3. To successfully complete the second task, you need learn to ask questions to different texts. In principle, the task itself is elementary, most of the errors are due to the loss of the auxiliary verb or its incorrect agreement with the noun. This problem is easily solved by doing multiple question-writing exercises.
4. In the third task, the examinee needs to choose 1 photo from 3 offered and describe it. Here's our top tip - read the task carefully. The fact is that it changes a little every year, so learn to respond accordingly to the wording of 2018. In 2018, graduates will have to describe a photo to a friend, that is, the monologue should contain an appeal to him. In addition, it is necessary answer all the questions in the assignment, for example, if it says where and when the photo was taken, you need to answer both questions - where and when. At the beginning, it is necessary to indicate which photo will be discussed (I’ve chosen photo number...). Don't forget about the opening (Would you like to have a look at my picture? / I'd like to show you a picture from my photo album.) and closing (That's all for now. / I hope you liked my picture.) phrases that make speech logical.
5. In the fourth task, you need to do the main emphasis in speech on comparing pictures and not their description. At the same time, it is necessary use speech clichés: The first picture depicts... whereas/while the second picture depicts..., The main difference is that..., In comparison to the first picture, this one... etc. learn with the help of our article " Phrases for comparison and contrast".

Textbooks and sites for preparing for the exam in English 2018

Now you are familiar with the structure of the exam and understand that graduates will face a difficult test. However, the exam in English in 2018 can be passed easily and successfully if you prepare well for it in advance. And in this the student will be helped first of all by a good teacher, as well as resources for preparing for this exam. We want to introduce you to some of the textbooks and websites that our teachers use when preparing their students for the exam. Take note of at least a few of them.

1. A series of textbooks Macmillan Exam Skills for Russia includes books on preparation for each part of the exam. With authentic texts and assignments, this series is one of the best for exam preparation. These books are quite difficult, so we recommend studying them for students with a level not lower than Intermediate.
2. "Model exam USE options edited by Verbitskaya "- exist in various variations, include standard USE assignments with answers. With the help of the book, you can check how well the graduate is ready for the exam.
3. fipi.ru - the official website of the Federal Institute of Pedagogical Measurements, which presents a large bank of standard tasks for the exam. On the indicated page, click on the inscription "English" and in the tab that opens on the left, select the skill you want to train. Please note: there are no answers to assignments on the site, therefore, so that the efforts of the graduate are not in vain, we advise you to study with the teacher and send the completed assignments to him for verification.
, talkenglish.com , podcastsinenglish.com - sites with educational podcasts in English. They, of course, do not have standard tasks for the exam, but you can train the skill of listening to speech in an interesting way and get a little distracted from the same type of tasks for the exam.

Our teacher Natalya has already prepared more than a dozen excellent students for the exam in English, in her article “Exam, be good to me, or How to successfully pass the exam in English”, she shares her personal experience and advice for graduates.

So, now you imagine the amount of work and know the secrets of successfully passing the exam in English. We wish all graduates easy exams and high scores! And if you have not found a suitable teacher yet, sign up with us at.