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L2 Revision Informal Text Types (II)
L2 Revision Informal Text Types (II)
Content Page
Lesson Flow
● 15 mins | Stories
● 15 mins | Restaurant Reviews
● 10 mins | Film Reviews
● 05 mins | Vocabulary & Next Steps
Learning Objectives
I’ll be able to…
● learn the overall structures for stories, restaurant reviews and film reviews.
● brainstorm arguments for the body paragraphs.
● use different sentence structures and language tools in writings.
Exercises
● Level 5 Paragraphs
● Writing Homework
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Stories
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Stories
Organisation
Overall Structure Sentence Structures
Body Paragraph 3
Falling Actions
Closing
Highlight | Cliffhanger / Resolution
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Opening:
Ever since I have a memory, I have never left the comfort of my mistress’ house. Warm and
Background
cosy, the house is a paradise which I thought I would inhabit for __________________, but
this all changes one day.
Closing:
At last, I reach the end of this ______________________________ when I am again in a
Resolution
warm and comfy, albeit a different house. I purr satisfactorily in my new cat bed, and hope
that this is the last adventure in my life.
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Development
Hungry and tired, I am found by a young woman and she feeds me. However, she is just ___________________
(pass) and leaves me almost instantly.
Climax
Finally accepting the _________________ of being abandoned, I venture out of my box and decide to find food
in the rubbish bin, before being chased away by fierce _________________ cats and dogs.
Falling Actions
Some voluntary animal helpers find me - injured, cold and hungry, and save my life by taking me to a
_____________ and allowing me to be treated by a _____________. When I recover, they are also able to find a
new home for me.
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What are your feelings? What do you anticipate during the adventure?
Restaurant Reviews
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Restaurant Reviews
Organisation
Overall Structure Sentence Structures
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Opening:
Having heard high _______________ and reading raving _______________ for the newly
Background
opened DeliTreat, I finally managed to reserve a table on a lazy Friday afternoon.
Closing:
Considering its exquisite dishes and high-quality service, and a uniquely laid-back dining
Summary
environment, the restaurant is definitely worth _____________________.
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Aspects I Like 1
High food ____________________ and quality
Aspects I Like 2
Excellent services and environment
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Which dish(es) surprised you? Was the value for money high? How was the service and the dining environment?
Aspects to review → Food | Service | Dining environment | Price
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Film Reviews
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Film Reviews
Organisation
Overall Structure Sentence Structures
● Like N, SVO.
Title
Like most films based on Superpower Union, Lizardman
Opening focuses on the recurring themes of justice and responsibility.
Details of Film | Main Ideas
Body Paragraphs 2-3 exactly why the director wanted a reboot of the film.
Analysis | Elaboration | Character Portrayal / Reasons for
New Version
Closing
Summary | Call to Action
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Opening:
Directed by Peter Murray, Lizardman, the latest addition to the silver-screen re-adaptation
Details of the film
of the comic series Superpower Union, has attracted __________________ reviews.
Body Paragraph 1:
The film follows the drastic __________________ of fate of John Lee, an inconspicuous
Plot outline
junior attorney in New York City, after he is crawled over by a mutated lizard.
Closing:
If you are not a die-hard fan of the original comic series and just like exciting action
Call to action
movements and a good story with a relatable protagonist, Lizardman should be on your
______________________ list.
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Plot Outline
Lizardman is a film adapted from the comic series Superpower Union and directed by acclaimed director Peter
Murray. It is about how the ______________________ John became a superhero named Lizardman by accident.
Analysis 1:
On top of impressive special effects, outstanding ____________________ and tasteful costumes, the film also
New Features
turns much focus on its __________________________________, especially the inner turmoils and struggles
suffered by the protagonist and his loved ones.
Analysis 2:
The main reasons why the director wanted to make the film are to fill the plot _____________________ left by
Reasons for movie
previous adaptations and to retell the story of Lizardman from a new _______________________.
readaptation
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Congratulations! You have come a long way, and you can achieve even more if you kindly complete or read:
○ Level 5 Paragraphs
○ Writing Homework
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2. You finally got the chance to eat at a newly opened Italian Restaurant, Pasta Yummy. Write a review for Open Noodles, an online food
guide that allows users to write their own reviews. In the review, write about what you liked, what you didn’t like and if you would
recommend this restaurant. You can also choose to write about any of the following in your review. (Food, Service, Dining environment,
Price)
3. You are a reporter for the entertainment section of the Hong Kong Post. You have been asked to review a new film called The Love Life of
a Celebrity, which is a romantic comedy. Write a review of the film, including a brief description of the plot, the features you like or dislike
and why the director wanted to make this film. Give your review a title.
Kindly attach the question number and writing question when you submit your homework. Thank you!
Answers
Vocabulary Quiz
1.is devouring 2.putting, into use 3.plump 4.glaringly 5.rivalry 6.well-seasoned 7.loopholes 8.Adverse 9.optimistic 10.premiere
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