You are going to give a talk about learning english. 1)how long you have been learning english 2)why most russian students learn english at school 3)what you do in your english lessons 4)what you use english out of the classroom for 5)what your attitude to learning foreign language

Well, I'm going to give a talk about learning English.  

To begin with, I'd like to say that English plays an important part in people's life. Nowadays more and more people learn English for different purposes. English is used as world's lingua franca.  

As for me, I've been learning English since childhood. Today a lot of students learn English at school. They do it because English is necessary at present. Today people travel a lot and want to understand citizens of other countries. Also, you should know English if you want to have a good job.  

We have English lessons three times a week. Some students have extra classes with tutors or go to foreign language clubs. At school, we read texts, translate and discuss them. Also, we listen to audios, do grammar exercises. Apart from classes, I like watching videos on YouTube or films in English and read English books or articles.  

I like learning English. Also, I'd like to learn some other foreign languages, for example, Chinese or Spanish. Spanish is one of the most popular nowadays. Lots of schoolchildren learn it today. As for Chinese, I think, it's a good challenge for myself. I realise that it's one of the most difficult languages because of its spelling and pronunciation, but it's also among the most popular languages in the world now.

Hello, Santa Claus! 
I want to tell you, that I was a very good girl in 2013 and I have earned the best gift from you. I would like to get new skates, which we call Snow Maiden, because the skates I have are too small and very old. Fulfill, please, my dream. I promise you that I will study hard, obey my parents and always be kind and polite.
Yours Ritta

Здравствуй, Дедушка Мороз! 
Хочу сказать тебе, я была очень хорошей девочкой в этом году и заслужила от тебя самый лучший подарок. Мне бы хотелось получить новые коньки-снегурки, потому что мои коньки мне уже малы и совсем старые. Выполни мое желание. Я обещаю тебе, что буду хорошо учиться, слушаться родителей и всегда быть доброй и вежливой.
Твоя Рита

I Want To Become A TeacherЯ хочу стать учителемFrom the very childhood I dreamt of becoming a teacher. Now, when I’m a high school student, I often think over my choice. I know exactly which university to enter after school graduation. The university that I chose has a philological faculty, where I can study to become a teacher of Russian Literature. My choice depends on many factors. I’ve always liked reading, especially the works of Russian classics. Every book that I found in my parents’ library was read. Every book that my teacher of Russian and Literature set as a home work was also read from cover to cover. At the university I hope to develop and expand my knowledge. When I become a teacher I’m willing to share this knowledge and love for literature with younger generation. Another reason, why I’d like to become a teacher is not connected with a subject itself. It has more to do with this profession and its positive sides. In my opinion, every good teacher teaches his or her students not only one subject, but also different life lessons. Not all children know what’s good and what’s bad. If I can help them to learn the basics of survival in this life, I’ll gladly do it. I understand that keeping the attention of twenty-five and more children during several lessons requires lots of energy, enthusiasm and dedication. I also understand that this profession doesn’t pay well and isn’t very prestigious nowadays. Nevertheless, when you love your job, it gives you lots of positive emotions. Being a teacher can be very rewarding. All the hard work is paid off with a content smile on a children’s face and their appreciation.