56. Work in pairs. Discuss what sports are more / less popular in Russia. Use: I think / I believe, be popular among all age groups, become popular throughout the world, children can develop their physical abilities, sian national sports, the biggest competition takes place, a lot of people watch it, people can do it all the year round.

56. Work in pairs. Discuss what sports are more / less popular in Russia.

Use: I think / I believe, be popular among all age groups, become popular throughout the world, children can develop their physical abilities, sian national sports, the biggest competition takes place, a lot of people watch it, people can do it all the year round.

This task requires a discussion and personal opinions. Here's a possible structure for the discussion:

• Start with a statement like: "I think football is the most popular sport in Russia."
• Then, support it with reasons: "It becomes popular throughout the world and a lot of people watch it."
• Contrast with another sport: "However, I believe that hockey is also very popular. It takes place in winter, and people can do it all the year round."
• Mention other sports: "Sports like gymnastics are important because children can develop their physical abilities."
• Conclude with a summary of your thoughts on popularity across age groups or national sports.