Упр.4 Юнит 5 Урок 7 ГДЗ English Кузовлев 10-11 класс
Speaking
- You are an exchange student. Your host parents are physicians. They would like to know how the health care system is organised in your country. Remember to:
- say what type of health care system you have in your country;
- say whether it is good or not;
- say if there is private medical care service in your country;
- say a few words about its good and bad points;
- give some examples of how the medical care service works;
- give some examples from your own experience.
You have to talk for 2 minutes. The teacher will listen to you until you have finished. Then she/he can ask you some questions.
- ROLE-PLAY
You and your foreign friend are talking about different social benefits people are usually entitled to in a welfare state.
STUDENT CARD 1
Discuss the benefits that in your opinion are important and necessary and those that could be excluded from the system of social service. You begin the conversation. Remember to:
- name a benefit/benefits that is/are important and necessary;
- explain your point of view and give an example;
- name a benefit that can be excluded and explain your choice;
- agree or disagree with your friend’s point of view.
STUDENT CARD 2
Discuss the benefits that in your opinion are important and necessary and those that could be excluded from the system of social service. Listen to your friend’s opinion. Remember to:
- agree or disagree with your friend’s opinion;
- try to change your friend’s opinion if you do not agree;
- give examples of benefits that are important and of those that can be excluded;
- explain your choice.
Sample answer for Speaking 1
In my country we have a public health care system. It is available to all citizens, and most basic medical services are free or low-cost. In general, I think it is quite good, because people can get help when they need it, even if they do not have much money.
There is also private medical care in my country. It is usually faster and more comfortable, but it is expensive. The main advantage of private medicine is that you can see a doctor quickly and choose a specialist. The disadvantage is that not everyone can afford it.
For example, in public hospitals people usually need to wait longer, but emergency care is provided. In private clinics, appointments are arranged more quickly, and the service is often better. In my own experience, I have visited a local clinic for a regular check-up, and the doctor helped me without any problems.
Sample answer for Role-play
I think some social benefits are really important and necessary. For example, free education, unemployment benefits and pensions should definitely be included in the system of social service. They help people live a normal life and support those who are in a difficult situation.
For instance, unemployment benefits are important because a person can still buy food and pay for basic needs while looking for a new job. Pensions are also necessary, because elderly people need financial support after retirement.
In my opinion, some less important benefits could be excluded or reduced, for example, extra payments that are not essential. I think the state should first help people with basic needs.
I agree that social support is important, but I do not think all benefits should be equal. The most necessary ones should be kept, while unnecessary ones can be removed.
