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Вариант 1

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John: Hi, Hugo. How are you doing? It's so nice to see you again in our sports centre. I hear, you've recently joined the club of skydivers.

Hugo: That's right, John. I did it two weeks ago. Many friends of mine do skydiving and love it very much — Colin, for example. So I've made up my mind to be one of them. Besides, I have always been interested in extreme sports.

John: But, Hugo, don't you think that it is very dangerous? In fact, skydivers regularly risk their lives for a short adventure. Do you really find it reasonable?

Hugo: I can't answer for all athletes, who do skydiving. I did it for the first time because Colin and other friends of mine said it was great. Their stories were very exciting and I decided to try.

John: But weren't you scared? I'm sure it's frightening.

Hugo: Maybe I was afraid just a little bit at the beginning, but believe me it was a feeling nothing could be compared to.

John: What do you mean?

Hugo: It's a thrill and a real pleasure.

John: And how often do you do it, Hugo?

Hugo: Usually once in two weeks at weekends.

John: Oh, but that's too often. It sounds crazy.

Hugo: I don't think so. Many friends of mine do it much more often. But, you may be right in a way. It does sound a little crazy. We can't help it. We just love skydiving.

John: Do you want to show how strong and courageous you are?

Hugo: I've never thought of it. I don't think that is the reason. I simply tried it once and understood how great it was. My second attempt brought more sensation. That was really my sport.

John: So you have become used to risking your lives.

Hugo: In a way. Only it's done not for risking our lives but for the love of sport.

John: But do you understand that this sport is pretty dangerous?

Hugo: I'm not a bit scared. Neither are my friends. We just share the same passion. And, John, would you like to join us? That would be great!

John: I don't think I will ever try anything like that. I'm all for safety.

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This is the end of the Listening test.

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