WRITING 1
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LEARNING STANDARDS
LEARNING STANDARDS
Express and respond to opinions and common feelings such as amusement, anger and regret
Understand specific details and information in extended texts on a wide range of familiar topics
DISCUSS
DISCUSS
Which of the statements below about e-books do you agree with most?
E-books are green and some are even free! They're the best!
There will always be the 'Oops, I dropped it!' problem. No, not for me.
What's all the fuss about? I think they're just a passing fad.
B - Read the writing task below and underline the key words. Then, read the two different opinions expressed in the paragraphs that follow. Which opinion do you agree with?
B - Read the writing task below and underline the key words. Then, read the two different opinions expressed in the paragraphs that follow. Which opinion do you agree with?
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C - Look at the words highlighted in the paragraphs and use them to complete the table below.
C - Look at the words highlighted in the paragraphs and use them to complete the table below.
D - Imagine that the head teacher of your school has announced that computer classes are now compulsory for all students in primary and secondary schools. Do you think it is a good idea? Make a list of advantages and disadvantages in the table below. Do you think there are more advantages than disadvantages?
D - Imagine that the head teacher of your school has announced that computer classes are now compulsory for all students in primary and secondary schools. Do you think it is a good idea? Make a list of advantages and disadvantages in the table below. Do you think there are more advantages than disadvantages?
Advantages
Disadvantages
E - Read the writing task below and write a paragraph expressing your opinion. Use your ideas from activity D.
E - Read the writing task below and write a paragraph expressing your opinion. Use your ideas from activity D.
Computer classes should be compulsory for all students in primary and secondary schools. Do you agree?
Computer classes should be compulsory for all students in primary and secondary schools. Do you agree?
Writing Tips !!
Writing Tips !!
Before you start writing a paragraph expressing an opinion:
read the writing task carefully and underline the key words.
think about the topic and all the advantages / disadvantages, arguments for / against, etc.
choose two or three of them that you think are the most important and you have ideas to write about.
When writing:
state your opinion in the first sentence.
develop the paragraph by clearly stating your supporting arguments.
provide any necessary explanations or justifications.
if possible, give examples to make your point clear.
end the paragraph by rephrasing your opinion / making a general comment.
don't forget to use linking words / phrases to list points, add points, express contrast, give examples and give your opinion.
YOU MUST KNOW......
YOU MUST KNOW......
Electronic Book (e-book)
Electronic Book (e-book)
an electronic version of a printed book that can be read on a computer or a specifically designed handheld device.
Interactive Whiteboard
Interactive Whiteboard
a digital device that allows users to project files and manipulate them on a board's surface. An interactive whiteboard will only function when a computer, projector and LCD display are present.
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