Task 3.Work in pairs. Ask your group-mate for some additional information on the following problems. Use the phrases:

Could you explain to me … ?

Have you got any idea about … ?

What’s your opinion about … ?

What do you think of … ?

Could you please specify the problem … ?

1. Roots of environmental problems in your region

2. Influence of political changes of 1989 – 1991 on the situation in your country

3. Efforts undertaken by your country to develop a Baltic security community

4. Environmental problems have no traditional borders

5. International treaties and agreements on environmental protection.