One of the reasons why species become endangered is a loss of habitat. It can happen naturally. Dinosaurs, for instance, lost their habitat about 65 million years ago. The hot, dry climate changed very quickly, most likely because of an asteroid striking the Earth. The dinosaurs were unable to adapt to this new, cooler habitat. Dinosaurs became endangered, then extinct.

Human activity can also contribute to a loss of habitat. It is by far the biggest cause of habitat loss. The problem is particularly acute in Australia where, thanks to human impacts, more mammal species have been lost in the past 200 years than in all other continents combined. One key measure is the establishment of protected areas where human activity is restricted in order to conserve existing ecosystems and wildlife.

Interviewer: Hello everybody! It’s Teenagers Round the World Channel. Our guest today is a teenager from Russia and we are going to discuss teenagers’ music tastes and habits. We’d like to know our guest’s point of view on this issue. Please answer five questions. So, let’s get started.

Interviewer: What kind of music do you like, and why?

Student: I like pop music because it’s catchy and makes me feel happy. I also enjoy rock music because it has a strong beat and good energy.

Interviewer: What music do your friends like?

Student: My friends like different kinds of music. Some of them enjoy pop and rap, while others prefer rock or electronic music.

Interviewer: Do you prefer listening to music or playing it? Why?

Student: I prefer listening to music because it helps me relax and focus. I don’t play any instruments, so listening is the best way for me to enjoy music.

Interviewer: Where and how do you listen to music?

Student: I listen to music in different places and ways. At home, I use my laptop with streaming services. Outside, I listen to music on my phone using headphones, especially when walking or on public transport.

Interviewer: What Russian music events or festivals are popular with teenagers, and why?

Student: Many teenagers in Russia enjoy going to events like VK Fest because it’s full of popular artists, fun activities, and a cool atmosphere. Some also watch or take part in the New Wave contest, which is great for young singers.

Interviewer: Thank you very much for your interview.

• explain the choice of the illustrations for the project by briefly describing them and noting the differences;
• mention the advantages (1–2) of the two hobbies;
• mention the disadvantages (1–2) of the two hobbies;
• express your opinion on the subject of the project – say which of the hobbies presented in the pictures you’d prefer and why.

Hi Alex! I’ve found two photos that could work well for our school project on hobby ideas.

One of the photos shows a happy girl who is playing the guitar in the countryside on a beautiful summer day. The other one depicts a girl riding a horse. She might be practising her riding skills or simply enjoying this experience. The photos perfectly illustrate two different hobbies, such as playing the guitar, a musical hobby, and horseback riding, which is a physically active pursuit.

Both hobbies have some advantages. For example, a great advantage of playing the guitar is that it can be a fantastic way to express yourself creatively, and all you need is a guitar to do it anywhere. On the other hand, horseback riding is a great way to stay active, and it can also be an effective stress buster.

There are also some disadvantages to consider. For example, playing the guitar can be difficult to learn and it takes time and practice to become good at it. As for horseback riding as a hobby, it can be dangerous if proper safety measures aren’t taken. And it’s an expensive hobby, I’d say.

Personally, I think I’d prefer to take up horseback riding. I love being outside and I think it would be really fun to learn how to ride a horse.

Well, that’s all for now. Let me know what you think about these photos for our project. Bye!