UNIT 3- LESSON 5: WRITING

NEW WORDS
Words, forms, English meaning Vietnamese Collocation
pronunciation meaning

1. template (n) Similar to a form with pre-written text

/ˈtemplət/

2. enrol (v) /ɪnˈrəʊl/ to sign up to become a member of some

group or activity;
= register
3. enquire (v) /ɪn to ask about
ˈkwaɪə(r)/

4. duration (n) /dju length of time something lasts

ˈreɪʃn/

USEFUL LANGUAGE

1. Stating the reason

I am writing to enquire about …
I am writing to you because I need information about
2. Giving background information
Mention your problem
Ex: I am in grade 11 and I have to study a lot of subjects. Although I have tried my best, I can’t concentrate on
my study and have memory problems. I often forget what I have just learnt. Besides, I always feel worried and
can’t sleep well at night.

3. Requesting advice
I wonder if you could + tell me/explain/provide information on ...
I wonder if you could provide information on your life skills courses.
Would you mind + verb + ing ...?
Would you mind telling me about the course I should take?
Could you advise me ….?
Could you advise me which of the courses I should take?
4. Requesting further information
I would also like to know ….
Could you please tell me a little bit more about …?
Would you mind telling me more about…..?
Would you mind telling me a little bit more about the course duration, lecturers, starting date and the
certificates I may get?
HOMEWORK: - Write new words and make a sentence for each new words
 Do task 4, page 37 into your notebook
 Take photos of your homework and send to azota