I’d like to start with the notion that taking pictures has become very popular these days. Not to mention that almost every family has their own camera. I think that people like taking pictures because in that way they can memorize the moment. Looking at the self-made photograph makes you think about old good times. In my opinion, taking photos is more popular now than it was before because cameras have become cheaper and more people can buy them. Speaking about me, I like taking photos, too. And, obviously, I have my best shot. It’s the photograph of the local lake surrounded by trees. In conclusion, I think that taking photos is a good hobby and it’s great that many people agree with me.

First of all, I would like to say that keeping fit has become very popular nowadays. I guess that it is a really good fact. Also it is important for every person because it improves your health and makes you stronger. I believe that a healthy lifestyle is popular today because there are a lot of opportunities to do sport. For example, you can go to the gym, go to pool, join a sport team or even become a professional player. Speaking about me, I prefer to play football with my friends because it’s my favourite sport. I've been playing football for ten years. I enjoy it a lot. Teenagers in my region prefer to play basketball, ice hockey and volleyball. We also have a lot of sports competitions in school. In conclusion, sport is a very important part of our life. It makes us healthier.

I would like to start with the idea that school is one of the most important parts of our lives. And I have many good and reliable friends there. We not only learn together but also play in one football team. Sometimes we even travel to other Russian cities together. Speaking about my school, I can say that all teachers are very attentive and kind. They not only teach us school subjects but also give us important social skills. But obviously like every student I have some problems while studying. I guess that I'm not the best student. The most difficult day for me is Friday because we have six classes and two of them are math. And to be honest, math is the most difficult subject for me. In my opinion, cabinets in our school should be repaired because most of them are very old. In summary, I can say that in spite of all difficulties I like my school because all my friends are there.

Today thousands of tourists around the world choose Saint-Petersburg as a place where they are willing to spend their holidays. I should mention that I've been living in Saint-Petersburg all my life. My city is famous for its short but glorious history. Saint-Petersburg was founded by Peter the Great in 1703 year. So city is relatively young in comparison with other cities. The Hermitage museum is my favorite place. I like it so much because the number of sculptures and pictures is enormous. We went to Hermitage several times with my classmates. Speaking about the time when I leave school I think that I will stay in Saint-Petersburg. There are many prestigious universities there. And also there are good opportunities for career growth. That is why I have no reasons to leave that beautiful town. In conclusion, I think that every person in the world should visit Saint-Petersburg.

I would like to start with the idea that it’s good for a person to know at least one foreign language. It could help him to find a higher wage job. Also it can be useful if you want to read foreign literature. Or maybe you would like to watch foreign shows and movies. A lot of people learn foreign languages because they realize that it will help them in future. Moreover, today every person has a chance to learn a foreign language. I think it's great. In the past it was only a privilege for the rich people. I have chosen to do English exam this year because I believe that this language is widespread around the world. I learned a lot of grammatical rules and practiced speaking to prepare for my English exam. In summary, I can say that learning languages is a very important skill in the modern world. It can be useful both in professional and entertaining spheres.