Question

Speaking Task 4. Talk to your peer.

Card 1

Partner 1

what it (the mythical creature) could and couldn't do;

⚫ why he/she likes that mythical creature.

to describe the mythical creature;

where the mythical creature lived;

what mythical creature he or she likes;

Ask your partner:

Use the following prompts, in the order given below, to make up a dialogue:​

Answer 1

Partner 1: Hey, have you ever been interested in any mythical creatures?

Partner 2: Yeah, I find them fascinating. What creature do you like the most?

Partner 1: I like the Phoenix. It's a mythical bird that is said to have the power to regenerate itself after dying.

Partner 2: That's interesting. Where is it said to live?

Partner 1: It's said to live in the Arabian Peninsula, but it appears in myths and legends from all over the world.

Partner 2: Wow. What could the Phoenix do?

Partner 1: It was believed to have the power to control fire and was associated with the sun. It could burst into flames and be reborn from its ashes.

Partner 2: That's pretty amazing. What couldn't the Phoenix do?

Partner 1: It couldn't be killed by ordinary means, and it was said to have a long lifespan. But once it reached the end of its life, it would burst into flames and be reborn again.

Partner 2: I can see why you like it. Why do you find the Phoenix fascinating?

Partner 1: I think it's fascinating because it's a symbol of rebirth and renewal. It's a reminder that even after the darkest moments, there's always a chance to start again.

Partner 2: I agree. The Phoenix is a powerful symbol.

Answer 2

Ответ:

Partner 2: Hi there! So, I see we're supposed to talk about a mythical creature. What creature do you like?

Partner 1: Hey! I really like dragons. They're so fascinating to me.

Partner 2: Oh, cool! Can you describe a dragon for me?

Partner 1: Sure! Dragons are huge, reptilian creatures with big wings and long tails. They have sharp teeth and claws, and some can even breathe fire.

Partner 2: Wow, that sounds pretty intense. Where do dragons live in mythology?

Partner 1: Well, in many cultures, dragons are said to live in caves or in the mountains. But they're also sometimes associated with the sky, since they can fly.

Partner 2: Interesting! So what could a dragon do in mythology?

Partner 1: Dragons are often depicted as being incredibly powerful and able to do things like breathe fire, fly, and even control the elements in some cases. But they're also sometimes portrayed as being greedy or hoarding treasure.

Partner 2: Ah, I see. And what couldn't a dragon do?

Partner 1: Well, I guess there's not really anything a dragon couldn't do in mythology, since they're mythical creatures. But in some stories, they can be defeated by brave heroes or magical weapons.

Partner 2: That makes sense. Thanks for telling me about dragons, they sound really cool!

Partner 1: No problem, I love talking about them!