TASK 1 – ESSAY (40 MINUTES)
1. Is it true that we help the environment when we plant a tree?
clear the air
provide shade
provide food/ house
2. Keeping animals in captivity is cruel for many reasons. Do you agree?
natural way of living
sufficient space
educational aspects
1. It is said that violent TV programmes increase the crime rate in many
cities. Do you think that violence might be related to TV viewing?
children imitate what they see/ copy behaviour
heroes are frequently violent
gives ideas for crimes
2. Is capital punishment essential to control violence in society?
who decides on our destiny
cannot fight violence with violence
other forms of punishment
1. Older people are said to be a much better leaders. Do you agree?
experience
knowledge
sense of responsibility
2. Are there more advantages of living in a city or country?
infrastructure
career prospects
social life
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TASK 2
REPORT
1.Last year a new sport and leisure centre opened in your home town. You
have recently received the following letter from the manager of the centre:
I am writing to all members of the Active Leisure Club to thank you
for your custom over the last year. We want to make the facilities
even better this year! Please send a short report to us, telling us
what you think are the best and worst aspects of the club. We also
want to hear your suggestions for new facilities...
Write your report to the manager of the club (between 140-190 words).
2. A magazine is carrying out research into facilities for young people.
We are putting together a list of facilities for young people in your
area in a number of different categories, including:
Sports centres
Museums and art galleries
Clubs and societies for young people
Please send us a short report about one of the above, in which you
give
1. a brief description of the facility
2. your views
3. any recommendations
Write your report for the magazine (around 140-190 words).
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ARTICLE
1.You have seen the following advertisement in a magazine:
Film Weekly Top 100 films - the viewers choice
What is your favourite film of all time?
Why should it be in the top 100?
Write a short article about these questions and you could be
published in our next issue.
Write your article for Film Weekly magazine (around 140-190 words).
2. You have seen the following announcement in an international magazine
for 16-25 year olds:
'Young people are spending more time each day on their
computers than watching television. Is this a change for the
better?'
We are interested in your views on this topic. You can contribute
to the debate by sending us a short article with your opinion.
Write your article for the magazine (around 140-190 words).
3. You have seen the following advertisement in a magazine:
Film Weekly Top 100 films - the viewers choice
What is your favourite film of all time?
Why should it be in the top 100?
Write a short article about these questions and you could be
published in our next issue.
Write your article for Film Weekly magazine.
REVIEW
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1.Hotel Reviews Wanted
Write a review of a hotel or tourist apartment you have recently stayed in.
Say
why you enjoyed or did not enjoy your stay there. Your review will be
published
in a site for tourists and travellers.
2.Food Outlet Reviews Wanted
Write a review of Food Outlet which you have visited and enjoyed. Write
about
the food, the atmosphere and whether you would recommend it.
3.Film Reviews Wanted
Write a review about a film you have seen in which something an unexpected
funny event happens. What is the funny event and why is it unexpected?
Would
you recommend the film to others?
Informal Letter
1.You have received the following letter from your English-speaking friend.
.............Thanks for inviting me to stay with you when I visit your
country next month. I'm not sure how to get to your apartment
from the airport. Could you write back giving me some basic
instructions? What would be the best method of transport for me?
I'd prefer one that isn't too expensive! Just one other thing - what
will the weather be like when I get there? (Just so I'll know what
clothes to pack!) .........
Write your informal letter of reply to your friend (around 140-190 words).
2.You have received the following letter from your English penfriend:
I'm really pleased you're planning to come to England to study. Let
me know what type of course you're interested in and I'll ring
some colleges for details. The more information you can give me
the better!
Write your letter of reply to your penfriend (around 140-190 words).
Formal Letter
1.You have seen the following job advertisement on the noticeboard of your
local language school:
CLUB ORGANISER NEEDED!
(Monday and Wednesday evenings only)
Our language school is looking for a person to help organise a Film
Club for students of English. Our Film Club will meet twice a week
to watch a film in English followed by a discussion of the film.
Do you have some knowledge of English?
Do you like working with groups of people?
Are you interested in films?
If you think you would be a suitable person to organise our Film
Club then we would like to hear from you. Please send a letter to
the school owner saying why you are suitable for the job.
Write your letter of application to the school owner (around 140-190 words).
2.You are reading an English language magazine and you see details of a
language school that you are interested in.
LEARN ENGLISH AT YOUR OWN PACE! If you would like to study
English on a course that has been specially designed to meet your
needs and interests, then contact the Principal of the Effective
Learning School giving details of your:
Motivation for studying English; length of time studying
English; strengths and weaknesses in the language
Preferred start date and length of course
Hobbies and interests
Write your letter to the Principal of the school. (around 140-190 words).
