Useful expressions and linking words/phrases

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     Dear Alex,

I'm sorry to hear that you're worried about your exams. Here’s some advice.

First you should, …………………………………………………………………

………………………………because you will…………………………………

Second, you should………………………………………………………………

Also, you…………………………………………………………………………

в ecause ……………………………………………………………………………

Finally, …………………………………………………………………………

в ecause ………………………………………………………………………….

I hope my advice is of some help to you. Good luck!

   Best wishes,

    Angela.

Write a letter to Mary. In your letter tell her about your home town, ask 3 questions about celebrations and festivals in her country

Write 100 – 140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

Write a letter to Roger. In your letter tell him how you spend summer holidays, ask 3 questions about popular sports in his country

Write 100 – 140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

Write a letter to Liza. In your letter tell her about your new house, ask 3 questions about her visit to America

Write 100 – 140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

Write a letter to John. In your letter tell him how you keep fit, ask 3 questions about his interests

Write 100 – 140 words.

Remember the rules of letter writing.

Useful expressions and linking words/phrases

· to list and add points: In the first place, To start/begin with, Secondly, Thirdly, Finally, In addition (to this), Furthermore, Moreover, Besides, etc.

· to introduce or list advantages: The main/first/most important advantage of.... One/Another/An additional advantage of.... One point of view in favour of.... It is often suggested/ believed/argued that.... Some/Many people suggest/feel argue that..., Some/ Many people are in favour of /are convinced that... etc.

· to introduce or list disadvantages: The main/most important disadvantage/ drawback of.... One/Another/An additional disadvantage of.... One point/argument against.... Some/Many people are against... , etc.

· to introduce examples/reasons/results: for example/instance, such as, like, in particular, therefore, for this reason, because, as, since, as a result, etc.

· to show contrast: On the other hand, However, still, but, Nonetheless, Nevertheless, Although, Even though, Despite/In spite of (the fact that), etc.

· to introduce a conclusion: In conclusion, To conclude/sum up, All in all, Finally, Lastly, All things considered, Taking everything

o Read the article below and fill in the missing topic sentences. Then, list the points for and against rock-climbing. Finally, use this information and write an essay.

Topic Sentences  

a. On the other hand, rock-climbing can sometimes be dangerous.

b. Rock-climbing is my favourite sport.

c. In conclusion, I believe that, although rock-climbing can be dangerous, it is a fantastic sport.

d. There are several reasons why rock-climbing is such a popular sport.

    There is nothing I like better than being outdoors, standing high up on 

  a mountain and looking down at the rest of the world.

   interesting places. It is also good exercise, as it helps you keep fit and healthy. It's relaxing, too! Being out in the fresh air can help you forget your everyday problems.

having an accident. It is also rather expensive, as the equipment

    lt is the perfect way to exercise and travel around the countryside at the 

same time. Try it and see

A shortage of money is one of teenagers’ problems. There is an opinion that teens can solve it getting a part-time job. What can you say for and against having a part-time job in Russia?

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