Now we are ready to start.

Interviewer: Do you mind answering a few questions? It’s for the survey we are

doing.

Respondent: No, problem. Ask your questions.

Interviewer: In fact, one of my questions is about pets, but it looks like there’s no need to ask it. The dog is your pet, isn’t it?

Respondent: Yes. I adopted him when he was a small puppy. Now he’s a big dog. He’s friendly, don’t be afraid of him.

Interviewer: I’m not afraid but still… you know, I’ve never had any pets except for goldfish. Anyway, my next question is whether you’ve already chosen your future career or not.

Respondent: Not yet. In fact, I’ve always wanted to be a pilot. It’s been my dream since childhood.

Interviewer: And?

Respondent: It’s very unlikely that it will ever come true. I’ve got a problem with my eyes. I’m short sighted and a pilot should be in perfect health. Now, my parents want me to be a lawyer but I’m not sure I want to study law.

Interviewer: Oh, yes. I understand.

Respondent: I’ve probably got the health problem because I usually spend too much time on my computer and other gadgets.

Interviewer: How many hours, on average, do you spend online per week?

Respondent: Fifteen. Yes, I think fifteen on average. The doctor says I shouldn’t make it any more.

Interviewer: I see. And do you speak any foreign languages?

Respondent: I speak Russian but not very fluently yet.

Interviewer: Russian? But why? It’s a difficult language. Most people choose Spanish or Italian.

Respondent: Oh, yes, it’s not easy. I chose it because I’m interested in Russian literature and culture.

Interviewer: And Russian food? People say there are some very unusual dishes in Russian cuisine, like pelmeni or something.

Respondent: I’m not an expert in Russian food, but my favourite food is fish. I can even cook fish myself.

Interviewer: Oh, I see. And sports? Do you play any?

Respondent: Of course. I go skateboarding with friends. There are skateboarding facilities in front of our block and we’ve got plenty of opportunity to practise.

My dad promised to teach me windsurfing next summer. But I need to learn to swim first.

Interviewer: Thank you for your time, but I’ve got a few more questions if you don’t mind...

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This is the end of the Listening Test.