TASK 1.

1. You received an email from your English friend in which he said:

I like reading books especially novels. What about you? What kind of book are you interested in? What is your
favorite book? Tell me about it.
Write an email to reply to your friend.
2. You received an email from your English friend in which he said:
I like watching movies especially science fiction films. What about you? What kind of movies are you interested
in? What is your favorite film? Tell me about it.
Write an email to reply to your friend.

Task 2:
1. The development of technology has allowed people to work from home instead of going to their office. So,
many companies let their employees work at home. What do you think are the causes and effect of
telecommuting?
2. The development of technology has allowed people to work from home instead of going to their office. So,
many companies let their employees work at home. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of
telecommuting?
3. The internet has brought about great changes in the workplaces. What do you think are significant changes?
Are the changes for the better or worse?
 ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES
A- INTRODUCTION
 Sentence 1:
- The practice/ trend of …has been a topic of interest.
- The topic of ... has gained traction/ gain a high level of interest in today’s society.
 Thesis statement
- This essay will elaborate the strengths and weaknesses of …
- While… can exert certain benefits, this also imposes many detrimental impact on …………….

B- BODY 1
 Topic sentence: Suggested structures
- On the one hand, … is beneficial to…. for many rationales
- There are two main advantages of ...
 Point 1 Introduction:
- Firstly, ....
- The first advantage of this is …
 Point 1 Explanation/Example/Result:
- This is because …/ This is mainly due to …/ This could be explained by the fact …
- For example, …/ This is perfectly exemplified in case of …
- As a result, … / Consequently, … / Therefore, …
 Point 2 Introduction:
- Secondly, ...
- The second advantage of this is …
- Another advantage is …
 Point 2 Explanation/Example/Result:
- This is because …/ This is mainly due to …/ This could be explained by the fact …
- For example, …/ This is perfectly exemplified in case of …
- As a result, … / Consequently, … / Therefore, …

C- BODY 2
 Topic sentence:
- On the other hand, this trend/ practice may have two primary shortcomings.
- Despite the above-mentioned advantages, I believe that these activities/ this idea might have their/ its downsides.
 Point 1 Introduction
- The first disadvantage is that …
- Firstly, …
 Point 1 Explanation/Example/Result:
- This is because …/ This is mainly due to …/ This could be explained by the fact …
- For example, …/ This is perfectly exemplified in case of …
- As a result, … / Consequently, … / Therefore, …
 Point 2 Introduction:
- Furthermore/In addition, ...
- Another disadvantage is
 Point 2 Explanation/Example/Result:
- This is because …/ This is mainly due to …/ This could be explained by the fact …
- For example, …/ This is perfectly exemplified in case of …
- As a result, … / Consequently, … / Therefore, …
…
D- CONCLUSION
- In conclusion, while there are many advantages/ disadvantages regarding ..., its/ their demerits are worth
considering. It is recommended that...
 OPINION ESSAYS
A- INTRODUCTION
 Sentence 1:
- The topic of ... has gained traction/ gain a high level of interest in today’s society. Many people argue that
…………………………………..
 Thesis statement
- Personally, I completely agree/ disagree with this view.
- In my opinion, it would be wrong/right to…

B- BODY 1
 Topic sentence: Suggested structures
- Firstly and most importantly,
- My major argument for/ against X is that
 Point 1 Explanation/Example/Result:
- This is because …/ This is mainly due to …/ This could be explained by the fact …
- For example, …/ This is perfectly exemplified in case of …
- As a result, … / Consequently, … / Therefore, …

C- BODY 2
 Topic sentence: Suggested structures
- Secondly, …………………….
- Another reason is that ……………………………
 Point 2. Explanation/Example/Result:
- This is because …/ This is mainly due to …/ This could be explained by the fact …
- For example, …/ This is perfectly exemplified in case of …
- As a result, … / Consequently, … / Therefore, …

D- BODY 3
 Topic sentence: Suggested structures
- Last but not least, ………………………………………………
- Finally, ………………….
 Point 3. Explanation/Example/Result:
- This is because …/ This is mainly due to …/ This could be explained by the fact …
- For example, …/ This is perfectly exemplified in case of …
- As a result, … / Consequently, … / Therefore, …

D- CONCLUSION
- For the above mentioned reasons, I firmly believe that X is highly beneficial/ unbeneficial………It is advisable
that………………………………
 CAUSES - EFFECTS
I. Structure
a. Introduction: 2 sentences
- Indicate/present the case/situation
- State the aims of the writing
*Sample:
[1]It is true that violence has been increasing at school, which becomes a head-aching issue for parents,
schools and the authorities. [2]This writing would analyze/examine the main causes/effects of this matter and
give/suggest some optimum solutions to improve the current situation.

b. Body/Development
- Paragraph 1: Discuss the main causes/effect
Topic sentence:
 There are a range of factors leading to………
 A number of problems result from ………….
 ……… has exerted positive/ negative effect on children.
- Paragraph 2: Discuss the solutions
Topic sentence:
 Actions must be taken in order to tackle the problems.
 Measures should be taken so as to combat/ erradicate the problems.
 Serious attempts to halt/ prevent …….should be done.

c. Conclusion
- Summarize the main points and give further comments
*Sample