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Слова и выражения, которые путают на ЕГЭ по английскому. Практическое пособие для уровня B1–B2
By focusing on her goals and taking deliberate actions, Emily transformed her routine and mindset. She realised that ambition alone is not enough; persistence, discipline, and careful planning make personal growth achievable.
Useful Words and Expressions
personal goals – личные цели
self-improvement – самосовершенствование
ambition – стремление
objective – формальная цель
develop skills – развивать навыки
improve performance – улучшать результат
achieve a goal – достигать цели
accomplish tasks – успешно выполнять задачи
self-discipline – самодисциплина
motivation – мотивация
manageable goals – достижимые цели
track progress – отслеживать прогресс
gradually – постепенно
consistent – последовательный
step-by-step process – пошаговый процесс
long-term success – долгосрочный успех
deliberate actions – обдуманные действия
transform mindset – изменить мышление
confident – уверенный
Exercises
Exercise 1. Choose the correct word.
Her main (goal / ambition) is to improve her communication skills.
Small steps help to (develop / improve) new habits.
He finally (achieved / accomplished) his target of reading ten books in a month.
Success requires (self-discipline / motivation), especially on difficult days.
Setting clear (objective / ambition) helps to focus on priorities.
Exercise 2. Match the words with their definitions.
ambition
goal
self-discipline
accomplish
develop
a) to grow or enhance skills or qualities
b) the ability to control your actions and stay consistent
c) desire to succeed or achieve something
d) to successfully complete a task
e) a personal aim or target
Exercise 3. Answer the questions (2—3 sentences each).
Why did Emily feel lost at first?
How did she start her journey of self-improvement?
What role did self-discipline play in her progress?
How can achieving small goals lead to long-term success?
Which personal goal would you like to focus on and why?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
goal
develop
achieved
self-discipline
objective
Exercise 2
1 – c
2 – e
3 – b
4 – d
5 – a
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
Emily felt lost because she had no clear goals and did not know where to start with self-improvement.
She started by setting small, manageable goals and tracking her progress, which helped her gradually develop better habits.
Self-discipline allowed her to stay consistent and follow her plan even on challenging days, ensuring continuous improvement.
Achieving small goals provides a sense of accomplishment and motivation, which builds momentum for larger, long-term objectives.
I would like to focus on improving my time management skills because it will help me be more productive and reduce stress.
Mini Advice
В теме личных целей и самосовершенствования на ЕГЭ важно различать:
goal / ambition / objective
develop / improve
achieve / accomplish
self-discipline / motivation
Запоминайте устойчивые выражения:
set goals, achieve objectives, develop skills, improve performance, track progress, put effort into, step-by-step process.
Learning New Skills
Vocabulary Focus
1. skill vs ability vs talent
Skill – умение, которое можно развивать через практику.
Ability – природная или приобретённая способность выполнять что-то.
Talent – природный дар или склонность к чему-то.
She has excellent writing skills.
У неё отличные навыки письма.
He has the ability to solve complex problems.
У него есть способность решать сложные задачи.
Mozart had a remarkable musical talent.
У Моцарта был выдающийся музыкальный талант.
Skill – развиваемая компетенция, ability – более общее понятие, talent – природная склонность.
2. learn vs practise vs master
Learn – изучать, осваивать новый навык или знание.
Practise – тренировать или повторять навык для улучшения.
Master – достичь высокого уровня владения навыком.
She is learning to play the guitar.
Она учится играть на гитаре.
You need to practise every day to improve.
Нужно тренироваться каждый день, чтобы улучшиться.
He mastered the art of public speaking after years of experience.
Он овладел искусством публичных выступлений после многих лет опыта.
Learn – процесс освоения, practise – регулярная тренировка, master – высокий уровень владения.
3. challenging vs rewarding
Challenging – сложный, требующий усилий.
Rewarding – приносящий удовлетворение и пользу.
Learning a new language is challenging but exciting.
Изучение нового языка сложно, но увлекательно.
Teaching others can be very rewarding.
Обучение других может приносить большое удовлетворение.
Обычно challenging используется для трудных задач, rewarding – для полезного и приятного опыта.
4. adapt vs overcome
Adapt – приспосабливаться к новым условиям.
Overcome – преодолевать трудности или преграды.
Students need to adapt to different teaching styles.
Студенты должны приспосабливаться к разным стилям преподавания.
She overcame her fear of speaking in public.
Она преодолела страх публичных выступлений.
Adapt – изменение подхода к ситуации, overcome – победа над препятствиями.
Story
Tom’s Journey to Learning Photography
Tom had always admired photography, but he had no experience. He decided to learn this new skill in his free time. At first, it was challenging. Understanding camera settings and composing shots seemed complicated.
To improve, Tom practised every day. He experimented with different techniques, read articles, and watched tutorials. Gradually, he mastered basic photography skills. The more he practised, the more rewarding the experience became. Each successful photo motivated him to continue learning.
Along the way, Tom had to adapt to new situations. Shooting in low light or capturing fast-moving subjects required him to overcome obstacles. Despite difficulties, he stayed consistent and patient.
After several months, Tom noticed clear improvements. He could take professional-looking photos, and his friends admired his work. He realised that learning a new skill requires patience, practise, and perseverance. The journey itself can be as rewarding as the results.
Useful Words and Expressions
learn a new skill – изучать новый навык
practise regularly – практиковаться регулярно
master a skill – овладеть навыком
challenging task – сложная задача
rewarding experience – полезный и приятный опыт
adapt to – приспосабливаться к
overcome difficulties – преодолевать трудности
camera settings – настройки камеры
compose shots – композиция снимков
free time – свободное время
improve gradually – улучшать постепенно
consistent – последовательный
patient – терпеливый
perseverance – настойчивость
admire – восхищаться
experiment with – экспериментировать с
techniques – методы, приёмы
motivation – мотивация
successful result – успешный результат
Exercises
Exercise 1. Choose the correct word.
She has a natural (skill / talent) for painting.
To get better, you need to (learn / practise) every day.
Climbing a mountain is (challenging / rewarding) but satisfying.
He finally (mastered / adapted) the piano after months of practice.
Students must (adapt / overcome) to new teaching methods.
Exercise 2. Match the words with their definitions.
skill
talent
practise
adapt
rewarding
a) useful and satisfying
b) a natural gift or ability
c) train regularly to improve
d) ability developed through learning
e) adjust to new conditions
Exercise 3. Answer the questions (2—3 sentences each).
Why did Tom find photography challenging at first?
How did daily practise help him improve?
What obstacles did he have to overcome?
Why is patience important when learning new skills?
Which new skill would you like to learn and why?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
talent
practise
challenging
mastered
adapt
Exercise 2
1 – d
2 – b
3 – c
4 – e
5 – a
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
Tom found photography challenging because he was unfamiliar with camera settings and composition techniques.
Daily practise allowed him to experiment, learn gradually, and gradually master basic photography skills.
He had to overcome difficulties such as shooting in low light and capturing fast-moving subjects.
Patience is important because mastering a new skill takes time and consistent effort.
I would like to learn cooking because it is a useful skill and allows me to create healthy meals.
Mini Advice
В теме изучения новых навыков на ЕГЭ важно различать:
skill / ability / talent
learn / practise / master
challenging / rewarding
adapt / overcome
Запоминайте устойчивые выражения:
learn a new skill, practise regularly, master a skill, adapt to changes, overcome difficulties, rewarding experience, challenging task.
Success and Failure
Vocabulary Focus
1. succeed vs achieve vs accomplish
Succeed – достичь успеха, преуспеть в деле.
Achieve – достигать конкретной цели или результата.
Accomplish – успешно выполнить задачу или проект.
She succeeded in finishing the project on time.
Ей удалось закончить проект вовремя.
He achieved his goal of learning a new language.
Он достиг цели – выучить новый язык.
They accomplished all the tasks before the deadline.
Они успешно выполнили все задания до срока.
Succeed – общий результат, achieve – цель, accomplish – выполнение конкретной задачи.
2. failure vs setback vs mistake
Failure – полный провал, неудача.
Setback – временное препятствие или задержка.
Mistake – ошибка, неправильное действие.
The project was a failure due to poor planning.
Проект оказался неудачным из-за плохого планирования.
A minor setback delayed the launch of the product.
Небольшая неудача задержала запуск продукта.
He realised his mistake and corrected it.
Он понял свою ошибку и исправил её.
Failure – крупная неудача, setback – временная трудность, mistake – конкретное неправильное действие.
3. persistent vs determined
Persistent – настойчивый, продолжающий усилия несмотря на трудности.
Determined – решительный, уверенный в достижении цели.
Success requires being persistent even when things go wrong.
Для успеха нужно быть настойчивым, даже когда что-то идёт не так.
She was determined to finish the marathon.
Она была полна решимости закончить марафон.
Persistence помогает преодолевать трудности, determination поддерживает целеустремлённость.
4. reward vs consequence
Reward – положительный результат, награда за усилия.
Consequence – результат или следствие действия, положительное или отрицательное.
Hard work often brings great rewards.
Усердная работа часто приносит большие награды.
Every action has a consequence.
Каждое действие имеет последствия.
Reward чаще используется при успехе, consequence – нейтрально, может быть негативным или позитивным.
Story
Learning from Success and Failure
Daniel had always dreamed of starting his own business. At first, he faced several failures. Some projects failed completely, and minor setbacks often delayed his plans. Despite these difficulties, he remained persistent and determined.
Every mistake taught him valuable lessons. He analysed what went wrong, adapted his approach, and continued working towards his goals. Over time, his efforts began to pay off. He achieved his first major success when his product finally attracted many customers.
Daniel realised that success and failure are closely connected. Each failure offered a chance to learn and improve. Rewards came not only in the form of financial gain but also in the satisfaction of reaching his objectives. By being persistent, learning from mistakes, and staying determined, he transformed challenges into opportunities for growth.
Through this experience, Daniel understood that personal growth depends on resilience and consistent effort. Failure is not the end but a step towards achievement, and success feels most rewarding when it follows hard work and perseverance.
Useful Words and Expressions
succeed in – преуспеть в
achieve a goal – достигать цели
accomplish tasks – успешно выполнять задачи
failure – неудача
setback – временная трудность
mistake – ошибка
persistent – настойчивый
determined – решительный
reward – награда
consequence – последствие
learn from mistakes – учиться на ошибках
adapt approach – менять подход
pay off – окупаться, приносить результаты
minor setback – небольшая неудача
personal growth – личностный рост
resilience – устойчивость к трудностям
consistent effort – последовательные усилия
turn challenges into opportunities – превращать трудности в возможности
Exercises
Exercise 1. Choose the correct word.
She finally (succeeded / achieved) in passing the exam.
A small (failure / setback) delayed the project by a week.
He is very (persistent / determined) and never gives up.
Hard work often brings great (consequences / rewards).
Every (mistake / failure) is a chance to learn.
Exercise 2. Match the words with their definitions.
failure
reward
persistent
consequence
accomplish
a) a result or effect of an action
b) positive outcome or benefit
c) completely fail at something
d) continue efforts despite difficulties
e) successfully complete a task
Exercise 3. Answer the questions (2—3 sentences each).
How did Daniel react to failures at the beginning of his business journey?
Why are mistakes valuable for personal growth?
How did persistence and determination help Daniel succeed?
What is the relationship between success and failure according to the story?
Can you give an example of a personal failure that taught you something?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
succeeded
setback
persistent
rewards
mistake
Exercise 2
1 – c
2 – b
3 – d
4 – a
5 – e
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
Daniel faced failures and setbacks but stayed persistent and determined to continue working towards his goals.
Mistakes are valuable because they teach lessons, allowing people to adapt and improve for future attempts.
His persistence and determination helped him overcome obstacles, learn from mistakes, and eventually achieve success.
Success and failure are connected: failures provide opportunities to learn, and success is more rewarding after overcoming difficulties.
For example, I failed a test once, but reviewing my mistakes helped me understand the material better and do well next time.
Mini Advice
В теме успеха и неудач на ЕГЭ важно различать:
succeed / achieve / accomplish
failure / setback / mistake
persistent / determined
reward / consequence
Используйте устойчивые выражения:
succeed in something, achieve a goal, accomplish tasks, learn from mistakes, adapt approach, pay off, turn challenges into opportunities.
School and Exams
Vocabulary Focus
1. exam vs test vs assessment
Exam – формальная проверка знаний, часто в конце учебного периода.
Test – более короткая проверка, может быть регулярной или контрольной.
Assessment – общий термин для любой формы оценки знаний или навыков.
I have a math exam next week.
У меня на следующей неделе экзамен по математике.
The teacher gave us a short test on last week’s topic.
Учитель провёл небольшой тест по теме прошлой недели.
Continuous assessment helps track students’ progress.
Непрерывная оценка помогает отслеживать успехи студентов.
Exam – крупная проверка, test – небольшая, assessment – общий термин для всех форм.
2. study vs revise vs prepare
Study – учить материал, осваивать новые знания.
Revise – повторять изученное для закрепления перед экзаменом.
Prepare – готовиться, планировать учебу или задания.
She studies English every day.
Она учит английский каждый день.
I need to revise my notes before the test.
Мне нужно повторить конспекты перед тестом.
He prepared for the exam by making a study schedule.
Он подготовился к экзамену, составив план занятий.
Study – изучение нового материала, revise – повторение, prepare – организация и подготовка.
3. pass vs fail vs succeed
Pass – сдать экзамен успешно.
Fail – не справиться с экзаменом.
Succeed – достичь цели, проявить успех, чаще общий результат.
She passed the chemistry exam with high marks.
Она сдала экзамен по химии на высокие оценки.
He failed the history test but learned from his mistakes.
Он провалил тест по истории, но извлёк уроки.
Students can succeed if they plan their studies carefully.
Студенты могут преуспеть, если тщательно планируют обучение.
4. stress vs pressure vs challenge
Stress – психологическое напряжение, часто перед экзаменами.
Pressure – внешнее влияние или ожидания со стороны учителей, родителей, общества.
Challenge – трудная задача, требующая усилий.
Many students feel stressed before exams.
Многие студенты испытывают стресс перед экзаменами.
The teacher put pressure on the class to finish assignments on time.
Учитель оказывал давление на класс, чтобы вовремя сдать задания.
Preparing for a final exam can be a real challenge.
Подготовка к выпускному экзамену может быть настоящим вызовом.
Story
Preparing for the Final Exams
Lena was nervous about her final exams. She had studied all year but felt stressed as the dates approached. The pressure from teachers and her own expectations made her anxious. To manage her stress, she created a detailed study schedule and revised her notes daily.
She also joined a study group with classmates. Discussing difficult topics helped her understand the material better. Lena realised that preparing early and practising past papers made the challenge of exams more manageable.
On exam day, she felt confident because she had prepared thoroughly. She passed all her subjects successfully and learned an important lesson: organisation, consistent study, and support from friends can turn a stressful experience into a rewarding one. Lena also discovered that mistakes made during practice were valuable, as they helped her improve and avoid them in the actual exams.
After the exams, Lena reflected on her experience and felt proud of her achievements. She understood that success is not only about results but also about persistence, preparation, and learning from challenges.
Useful Words and Expressions
final exams – выпускные экзамены
study schedule – план занятий
revise notes – повторять конспекты
study group – группа для совместного обучения
pass an exam – сдать экзамен
fail a test – провалить тест
succeed in studies – преуспеть в учебе
stress – стресс
pressure – давление
challenge – трудная задача
prepare thoroughly – тщательно готовиться
past papers – экзаменационные задания прошлых лет
consistent study – последовательное обучение
support from friends – поддержка друзей
make mistakes – совершать ошибки
learn from mistakes – учиться на ошибках
organisation – организация
rewarding experience – полезный и приятный опыт
Exercises
Exercise 1. Choose the correct word.
She needs to (revise / prepare) her notes before the final exam.
Many students feel (pressure / succeed) during exam week.
He (passed / failed) the math test last Friday.
Discussing topics with classmates helps (study / revise) difficult material.
Planning ahead can make exams less of a (challenge / stress).
Exercise 2. Match the words with their definitions.
exam
study
stress
pass
challenge
a) to learn or review material
b) formal test of knowledge
c) successfully complete a test
d) difficult task requiring effort
e) mental or emotional tension
Exercise 3. Answer the questions (2—3 sentences each).
How did Lena manage her stress before exams?
Why was joining a study group helpful?
How did practice mistakes help her during the actual exams?
What strategies can help students succeed in school?
How do pressure and challenge differ according to the story?
Answer Key
Exercise 1
revise
pressure
passed
study
challenge
Exercise 2
1 – b
2 – a
3 – e
4 – c
5 – d
Exercise 3 (Sample Answers)
Lena managed her stress by creating a study schedule and revising her notes daily.
The study group helped her understand difficult topics better and clarified doubts.
Mistakes made during practice were valuable because they helped her avoid errors in the real exams.
Students can succeed by preparing thoroughly, studying consistently, and seeking support from friends or teachers.
Pressure is external or internal expectation, while challenge is the difficulty of the task itself.
Mini Advice
В теме школы и экзаменов на ЕГЭ важно различать:
exam / test / assessment
study / revise / prepare
pass / fail / succeed
stress / pressure / challenge
Используйте устойчивые выражения:
study schedule, revise notes, study group, prepare thoroughly, past papers, learn from mistakes, rewarding experience.
University Life
Vocabulary Focus
1. take vs pass vs fail exams
Take an exam – сдавать экзамен (процесс участия).
Pass an exam – успешно сдать экзамен, получить положительный результат.
Fail an exam – не сдать экзамен, получить отрицательный результат.
I have to take three exams this semester.
Мне нужно сдать три экзамена в этом семестре.
She passed all her exams with good grades.
Она сдала все экзамены на хорошие оценки.
He failed the history exam, so he will have to retake it.
Он провалил экзамен по истории, поэтому придётся пересдавать.
