You are going to give a talk about reading. You will have to start in 1.5 minutes and speak for not more than 2 minutes (10–12 sentences).
Remember to say:
• why reading is important
• what types of books are popular among teenagers
• how digital technologies have changed reading habits
• your personal reading preferences
You have to talk continuously.
Reading is incredibly important for personal growth and development. It expands our knowledge, improves vocabulary, and enhances our imagination. Reading also helps develop critical thinking skills and empathy by allowing us to experience different perspectives and worlds through books.
Among teenagers, various types of books are popular. Young adult fiction, especially in genres like fantasy, science fiction, and romance, tends to be a favorite. Many teens also enjoy graphic novels and manga. Non-fiction books on topics like self-help, current events, and biographies of inspiring figures are gaining popularity too.
Digital technologies have significantly changed our reading habits. E-books and audiobooks have made reading more accessible and convenient. We can now carry entire libraries on our phones or tablets. Social media platforms dedicated to books, like Goodreads or BookTok, have created online communities where teens share recommendations and discuss their favorite reads. However, these technologies have also led to shorter attention spans and a preference for quick, bite-sized content.
Personally, I enjoy a mix of physical books and e-books. I love the feel and smell of a physical book, but I appreciate the convenience of e-books when traveling. My favorite genres are science fiction and historical fiction because they allow me to explore different worlds and time periods. I also try to read at least one non-fiction book a month to learn about new topics. While I sometimes get distracted by social media, I make an effort to set aside dedicated reading time each day, as I find it both relaxing and intellectually stimulating.
personal growth and development — личностный рост и развитие
expands our knowledge — расширяет наши знания
improves vocabulary — улучшает словарный запас
enhances our imagination — развивает наше воображение
critical thinking skills — навыки критического мышления
empathy — эмпатия
different perspectives — различные точки зрения
young adult fiction — художественная литература для молодежи
fantasy — фэнтези
science fiction — научная фантастика
romance — романтика
graphic novels — графические романы
manga — манга
non-fiction books — научно-популярная литература
self-help — самопомощь
current events — текущие события
biographies — биографии
e-books — электронные книги
audiobooks — аудиокниги
accessible — доступный
convenient — удобный
social media platforms — платформы социальных сетей
online communities — онлайн-сообщества
share recommendations — делиться рекомендациями
attention spans — продолжительность внимания
bite-sized content — контент небольшими порциями
physical books — бумажные книги
historical fiction — историческая фантастика
dedicated reading time — специальное время для чтения
intellectually stimulating — интеллектуально стимулирующий