Writing

1.1The list of topics and instructions

Speaking card 1 Corruption
Speaking card 2 SDG 3 Good health and well being
Speaking card 3 SDG 8 Decent work and economic growth
Speaking card 4 SDG 9 Industry, innovation and infrastructure
Speaking card 5 SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
Speaking card 6 SDG 12 Responsible consumption and
production
Speaking card 7 SDG 14 Life below water
Speaking card 8 SDG 15Life on land
Speaking card 9 SDG 17 Partnership for the goals

1.2Model answer
CAUSE – EFFECT – SOLUTION ESSAY
Sample Essay
Title: Plastic Pollution: A Growing Threat to Our Planet
Plastic pollution has become a pressing environmental issue, posing a serious threat to our planet
and its inhabitants. With the widespread use of plastic products in our daily lives, plastic waste
has accumulated in our oceans, rivers, and landfills, harming marine life and ecosystems.
Plastic pollution has devastating effects on marine life, with millions of marine animals dying
each year. Furthermore, plastic waste breaks down into microplastics, which can enter the food
chain and pose risks to human health.
To tackle plastic pollution, concerted efforts are needed at individual, community, and
governmental levels. Individuals can reduce their plastic footprint by using reusable bags,
bottles, and containers, and properly disposing of plastic waste. Communities can organize
cleanup efforts and promote recycling initiatives. Governments can implement policies to reduce
plastic production, ban single-use plastics, and invest in alternative materials and recycling
infrastructure.
In conclusion, plastic pollution is a growing environmental crisis that requires urgent action. By
raising awareness, changing consumption habits, and implementing effective policies, we can
mitigate the impact of plastic pollution and preserve the health of our planet for future
generations.
OPINION ESSAY
Sample Essay
Title: The influence of media

These days, the amount of violence in media is growing. While some people argue that this trend will
undoubtedly lead humans to dangerous future, others claim that it has no damaging effect on the
society. I believe that in most cases media violence doesn't affect people's behavior.

Firstly, I think that people act from their motives, regardless what they see on the television. That is
to say, if someone intends to do harm to somebody, that is not because of watching TV or playing
computer games, but due to that person's character and education. Although it is generally considered
that violent media accustoms viewers to cruelty, I doubt this opinion. In my view, reasonable and
intelligent people treat others humanely irrespective of what they see or hear in fictional stories.

Moreover, video games and television may even reduce social violence by providing a safe outlet for
aggressiveness. In other words, truculent people may fight in virtual reality instead of evincing their
combative spirit in real world. This may not only help those people, but also reduce the level of
social violence in long-term perspective.

Finally, despite many claims and assumptions about negative effects of television and computer
games I have never seen any proven connection between violent media and illegal activities in social
life.

Taking everything into consideration, I would say that violence in contemporary media has no
substantial influence on people's behavior. Television and computers are not the main factors that
shape personal character, and they can even be useful in reducing the level of violence.

1.3Assessment criteria

Writing Assessment parameter Number of points

Coherence and Cohesion (Structure) /5

Grammar accuracy /5

Lexical resource /5

Task achievement /5

Total /20
Speaking

2.1 The list of topics

Speaking card 1 Corruption
Speaking card 2 SDG 3 Good health and well being
Speaking card 3 SDG 8 Decent work and economic
growth
Speaking card 4 SDG 9 Industry, innovation and
infrastructure
Speaking card 5 SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
Speaking card 6 SDG 12 Responsible consumption and
production
Speaking card 7 SDG 14 Life below water
Speaking card 8 SDG 15Life on land
Speaking card 9 SDG 17 Partnership for the goals

The task: Describe a photo/picture taking and using your notes as follows:
• look at the photo/picture and identify the problem
• think how this problem relates to SDGs
• highlight the solutions proposed by the UN
• consider the problem solution from the local perspective and/or as a future specialist
• speak on the photo/picture for 2 minutes

2.2 Model answer

The image illustrates the 12 SDG “Responsible Consumption and production.”
Responsible consumption and production, outlined in Goal 12 of the UN Sustainable
Development Goals, is crucial for creating a better world. Today, our planet faces many
challenges because we use too many resources and produce too much waste. This harms the
environment, damages ecosystems, and makes it harder for people to live healthy lives.
The main problem is that our economy works in a way that focuses too much on making profits
quickly, without thinking about the long-term effects on the planet. This means we often use up
resources faster than they can be replenished, and we create a lot of pollution in the process.
However, there are ways we can change this and make our world more sustainable.
One important solution is to adopt sustainable production methods. This means finding ways to
make things that don't harm the environment and use fewer resources. For example, instead of
throwing things away after we use them, we can recycle them so they can be used again. We can
also use renewable energy sources like solar and wind power to reduce pollution.
Another crucial aspect is changing our consumption habits. We need to buy less and choose
products that are made sustainably. This might mean buying products that are made locally, using
fewer disposable items, or choosing products with eco-friendly certifications.
Education also plays a vital role in promoting responsible consumption and production. By
teaching people about the impacts of their choices on the environment and society, we can
empower them to make more sustainable decisions. This can be done through school programs,
public awareness campaigns, and information campaigns by governments and organizations.
Moreover, governments and businesses need to create policies and regulations that promote
sustainability. This could include incentives for businesses to reduce their environmental
footprint, taxes on products that are harmful to the environment, and subsidies for renewable
energy sources.
Collaboration is key in achieving Goal 12. Governments, businesses, non-profit organizations,
and individuals all need to work together to find solutions to the challenges we face.
2.3 Assessment criteria
Criterion Task achievement Total out of 20 _____

Content relevance to SDG/s related to the picture recognised 0,5-1-2-3-4-5

the UN SDGs  Next to nothing
Problems identified
 Poor
UN solutions/targets announced  Fair
 Good
Own suggestion/s voiced up  Excellent
Organization and The description is well-organized, with a clear 0,5-1-2-3-4-5
Cohesion introduction, body, and conclusion  Fair
 Good
 Excellent
Creativity and Detail The student demonstrates originality in their 1-1,5-2-3-4-5
interpretation of the picture, with some specific Fair
details provided to enrich the description Good
Excellent
Public Speaking The student demonstrates individual 0,5-1-2-3-4-5
Skills presentation skills (confidence, fluency, tempo, Fair
voice) Good