The Task
Which option develops the idea more effectively?
A. Padel is becoming more popular because it is a social sport. Young people can play with their friends, spend time together, meet new people and also exercise while having fun. This is very important for teenagers. As a result, padel is an increasingly attractive option for young people.
B. Padel is becoming more popular because it is a social sport. For instance, teenagers can play with their friends while exercising, which makes it particularly appealing to young people.
B It develops the reason more precisely by explaining and illustrating it without unnecessary repetition.
Which expression introduces the first main point?
_____ , there are several reasons why this sport is becoming popular.
A. For instance
B. First of all
C. On balance
B, duh!
Correct the mistake: “ Young people is becoming more interested in this sport because it is fun.”
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100 — PURPOSE
You are writing an article for a teenage magazine. What do you want to do?
A. Engage, entertain and inform the reader.
B. Discuss a topic in a formal and objective way.
A of course!
Which student has developed the ideas more effectively? Why?
Student A: Skateboarding is becoming more popular because it is exciting, healthy and fun. It is exciting because young people can learn new tricks. It is healthy because it keeps them active, and they can have fun with their friends.
Student B: Skateboarding is becoming more popular because it is exciting, healthy and fun. Also, it is challenging, active and enjoyable.
Student A, because the ideas are explained.
Which expression introduces an example?
Many teenagers enjoy team sports. _____, basketball gives them the chance to play with their friends.
A. For instance
B. Having said that
C. On balance
A. An For instance is a synonym of For E....
Choose the correct option: “______ are some of the reasons why young people are taking up the sport.”
a) This
b) That
c) These
C
Which opening sounds more appropriate for an article in a teenage magazine?
A. “Have you ever wondered why padel is becoming so popular?”
B. “There are several factors which contribute to the increasing popularity of padel among young people.”
A
A student writes: Skateboarding is fun because young people can practise with their friends.
Which sentence would develop this idea, rather than simply add another reason?
A. It is also a healthy way to exercise.
B. It is exciting because teenagers can learn new tricks.
C. For instance, friends can encourage each other and make practising more enjoyable.
D. It is becoming increasingly popular among young people.
C. It develops this idea by giving an example.
Which expression shows a contrast with the previous idea?
The sport can be quite expensive. _____, it is becoming increasingly popular among teenagers.
A. In particular,
B. On balance,
C. Having said that,
C
____ who practice football are often attracted by its social side.
Which word is missing?
a) Those
b) They
Those
Which sentence is more suitable for an article?
A. “It is worth considering the numerous advantages associated with this activity.”
B. “So, why not give it a try?”
b
A student has three good ideas but a limited number of words. What is usually better?
A. Mention all three quickly.
B. Choose the best two and develop them.
C. Add a fourth idea to make the article more interesting.
B.
Padel is easy to learn and you can play it with your friends. ________, the equipment can be quite expensive.
How would you complete this sentence?
Having said that,
Which sentence is correct?
A. This sport is becoming more popular between teenagers.
B. This sport is becoming more popular among teenagers.
I will double the points if you tell me when we use between and when we use among. (BTW the answer is B)
Which ending is more appropriate for an article aimed at teenagers?
A. “So, if you haven't tried it yet, why not give it a go?”
B. “In conclusion, this activity has several advantages that people should consider.”
A
A student writes about why basketball is becoming more popular: Basketball is a great sport. It is fun and exciting. Many young people like it.
After reading this, is the reader fully informed about why basketball is becoming more popular?
A. Yes. The reader knows the sport is fun and exciting.
B. Not completely. The reader understands the topic, but needs more information about why young people are choosing it.
What could you write next?
The sport is becoming popular with young people, teenagers ________.
In particular
For instance
For example
Choose the correct option: There are a large ________ of teenagers who play this sport.
A. number
B. amount
I will double the points if you tell me the difference between number and amount.
Which layout corresponds to an article and which to an essay?
A
B
Of course A corresponds to an article and b to an essay.