(ARW1) ADVANCED READING & WRITING 1

PORTFOLIO - ALP

TEACHER:

STUDENT:
YOSSELYN

2023
WRITING 1.

It was supposed to be a fun day at the beach. My friends and I had been planning for
weeks, and we had all agreed to meet up early in the morning to make the most of the
day. We packed our coolers, sunscreen, and towels, and headed out with excitement.

As we arrived at the beach, we noticed that the waves were stronger than usual. We
decided to go for a swim, but as soon as we got in the water, we were hit by a strong
current that started pulling us out to sea. We tried to swim back to shore, but the
current was too strong. We were stuck. Panicking, we called out for help, but nobody
seemed to hear us. The current kept getting stronger, and we were getting tired. We
tried to stay afloat, but the waves kept crashing over us, making it difficult to breathe.
After what felt like an eternity, we finally saw a boat in the distance. We frantically
waved our arms, hoping that they would see us. Luckily, they did, and they quickly
came to our rescue. Once we were safe on the boat, we realized that we had
underestimated the power of the ocean. We had taken for granted that the beach was
always a safe place, and we had not taken the necessary precautions. We learned that
we needed to be more cautious and respect the power of nature.

In conclusion, our day at the beach did not turn out as planned. We had hoped for a
fun and relaxing day, but we ended up being caught in a dangerous situation. It was a
lesson for us to always be prepared and respect the environment around us. We left
the beach that day with a newfound appreciation for the power of the ocean and a
realization that sometimes things don't go as expected.

Gerunds: planning, pulling, panicking, crashing, being.

Count nouns: day, friends, weeks, coolers, sunscreen, towels, current, boat, situation,
lesson, environment, appreciation, realization.

Infinitive: It was supposed to be, all agreed to meet up, we decided to go for a swim,
we tried to swim back to shore, we tried to stay afloat
The definitive articles in this passage are "the" and "our." "The" is used to refer to
specific objects or things, such as "the beach" and "the waves." "Our" is used to
indicate possession, as in "our coolers, sunscreen, and towels."

The indefinite articles in the text are "a" and "an", which are used before nouns to
indicate a non-specific or unidentified item. For example, "a fun day," "an eternity," "a
boat."

WRITING 2.

Moving to a different country for exchange programs can be a thrilling and rewarding
experience, but it can also present various challenges. Exchange students might
encounter difficulties that are not apparent at first, and these can affect their academic
performance, social interactions, and overall well-being. In this essay, we will discuss
the problems exchange students might face when moving to a different country and
suggest some strategies to help them overcome these obstacles

One of the main problems exchange students face when moving to a different country
is culture shock. Being exposed to a new environment, customs, and social norms can
be overwhelming and disorienting. They might experience difficulty communicating
with locals, struggle with academic expectations, and feel homesick. Moreover, they
might face financial difficulties, struggle with obtaining the proper documentation, and
suffer from health problems. To overcome these obstacles, exchange students must be
prepared, flexible, and open-minded. It is essential to research the host country's
culture and customs, learn the language, and connect with local organizations that can
provide support and assistance. Exchange students must also develop coping
strategies, such as practicing self-care, keeping in touch with family and friends, and
seeking help from university resources and mental health professionals.

In conclusion, being an exchange student comes with many benefits, but it is not
without challenges. Exchange students must be aware of the problems they might face
when moving to a different country and prepare accordingly. By adopting a positive
attitude, developing resilience, and seeking support, exchange students can overcome
the obstacles and have a successful and rewarding experience. The experience of
studying abroad is not only an academic endeavor but a life-changing opportunity to
grow, learn, and discover the world.

5 Quantifiers:

 One of the main problems.

 Being exposed to a new environment

 They might experience difficulty communicating.

 Moreover, they might face financial difficulties.

 Exchange students must also develop coping strategies.

5 Noun Modifiers:

 Various challenges.

 Academic performance.

 Social interactions.

 Overall well-being.

 Health problems.

5 adjetive Causes:

 That are not apparent at first.

 When moving to a different country.

 That can provide support and assistance.

 Such as practicing self-care.

 Who can overcome the obstacles?