WRITING
Все задания на письмо формируют:
Личностные УУД:
-личностное самоопределение
-действие смыслообразования
-действие нравственно-этического оценивания
Регулятивные УУД:
-целеполагание
-планирование
-прогнозирование
-контроль
-коррекция
-волевая саморегуляция
Коммуникативные УУД:
-умение с достаточно полнотой и точностью выражать свои мысли в соответствии с
задачами и условиями коммуникации в письменной форме
Познавательные УУД:
-умение осознанно и произвольно строить речевое высказывание в письменной форме
-поиск и выделение необходимой информации
-знаково-символическое моделирование
-умение структурировать знания
-постановка и формулирование проблемы, самостоятельное создание алгоритмов
деятельности
TASK 1
A Report Making Assessments
Choose one of the rubrics below, find the key words and answer the questions in the plan.
Write your report (120-180 words).
 You work as a journalist for Nice 'n' Tasty magazine. Your editor has asked you to write
a report on Supermac, a new fast food restaurant, assessing its general quality and saying
whether you would recommend it to the readers of your magazine.
 You work for the Healthy Eating Society and you have been asked to report on a new
health food takeaway, commenting on its good and bad points and assessing whether it
would be suitable for members of the society.
 You are a class representative and the headmaster has asked you to write a report on the
quality of the school canteen, assessing whether it is meeting students' needs and making
any recommendations.
PLAN
To: Who are you writing to?
From: Who are you?
Subject: What are you going to write about?
Date: What is the date?
Introduction
Why are you writing the report?
Main Body
How many paragraphs will you include?
What will the headings be?
What are the good and bad points of each aspect?
What adjectives/clauses of concession are appropriate?
Conclusion
What is your overall impression/judgement?
What are your recommendations?
After you have finished writing your report check for the following:
Organisation
• Does the report follow a specific plan?
• Are there subheadings? Are they clear?
• Does the introduction clearly state the purpose of the report?
• Do the main body paragraphs each present a separate point?
• Does the conclusion summarise the report and give a judgement and/or recommendation?
Language
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What style is the report written in?
Are there long sentences with polite, factual language?
Which tenses are used?
Has advanced vocabulary been used?
What linkers have been used?
Are there any spelling, grammar or punctuation errors?
TASK 2
“For And Against” Essay
Comment on the following statement:
Young people these days are eating more and more unhealthy foods. Some people feel that
advertising junk food on TV should not be allowed.
What can you say for and against banning junk food adverts on TV? Write an essay of 200-250
words using the plan.
Para 1 Introduction (state the problem)
Para 2 Arguments for (with examples/ justifications)
Para 3 Arguments against (with examples/justifications)
Para 4 Conclusion
TASK 3
A Report Making Assessments
You work as a journalist for the local newspaper. Your editor has asked you to write a report
on La Bocca di Lupo, a new Italian restaurant, assessing it in terms of food, service and prices
and saying whether you would recommend it to the readers of the newspaper (120-180
words).
TASK 4
A Report Making Assessments
You work as a food critic for a magazine called “Taste It”. Your editor has asked you to write a
report evaluating a new indoor area with restaurants and food stalls. Write your report, including
information about the food, service, prices and atmosphere (120-180 words).
TASK 5
An Informal Letter
Read the extract from your pen-friend’s letter. His name is Robert. Write a letter to Robert, who
would like to keep a healthy diet. In your letter:
 Tell him about your eating habits;
 Give him some advice
 Ask three questions about his eating habits
Write 100-140 words. Remember the rules of letter writing.
…How many meals do you eat each day and what do you eat at each meal? What is your
favourite food? I love steak and chips!
I should go now as I have to get up early for school tomorrow.
TASK 6
A Letter Of Complaint
You recently went for a meal at Benny’s fast food restaurant, which is part of an international
chain. Unfortunately, the service was very slow and the food was badly cooked, so you
complained to the supervisor. However, he was very rude to you and insisted on your paying for
the meal. You have decided to write a letter of complaint to the company’s head office. Write
your letter, explaining the reasons for your complaint and saying what you expect the company
to do.
TASK 7
Opinion Essay
You have had a class discussion about the following statement: Fast food is a good alternative to
cooking for yourself. Now your teacher has asked you to write an essay expressing your opinion
and giving reasons for your point of view. Write 200-240 words.
TASK 8
News Report
You work for The Bridgeton Herald and have been asked to write a news report about a young
cook who received an award for cooking an amazing dish. Include details about the reason the
award was given and information about the prize-giving ceremony.
TASK 9
Articles Describing Places/Buildings
An international travel magazine is running a competition and has asked its readers to submit
descriptions of the restaurants of your area worth visiting. Write your article for the competition,
describing a restaurant and including the food, atmosphere and staff.
TASK 10
A Letter Of Application
You saw this advertisement in a local newspaper and have decided to apply for the job.
Shiao’s restaurant is looking for a young, energetic and experienced cook to join us in
January. Mast be highly qualified and keen on cooking oriental food.
Please apply in writing to Mrs. Hunter, giving details of qualifications, skills and previous
experience and saying why you think you are suitable for the job. Closing date 15 th December.
Write your letter of application.
TASK 11
A Thank-you Email
You went on a picnic your neighbour organized last Saturday. Write a thank-you email to your
neighbour. In your email you should:
 Thank her for a wonderful afternoon
 Say what you enjoyed the most (dishes)
 Invite her to a garden party at your place next weekend
TASK 12
A Review
Your teacher has asked you to write a short review of a restaurant you know (80-100 words).
Use the plan and the promts below to help you. Write about:
-location
-décor
-atmosphere
-food service
-prices
PLAN:
(Para 1) – name and location of restaurant
(Para 2) – talk about location (centrally located, downtown…)
décor (modern, lights, colourful plants…)
atmosphere (romantic, relaxing…)
food (traditional pasta, huge servings…)
prices (reasonable, rather expensive…)
(Para 3) – your recomendation
TASK 13
“For and Against” Essay
Comment on the following statement.
Fast food is very popular and saves time for busy working people. However, many experts say
that it is not completely healthy.
What can you say for and against fast food? Write an essay of 200-250 words using the plan.
Para 1 Introduction (state the problem)
Para 2 Arguments for (with examples/ justifications)
Para 3 Arguments against (with examples/justifications)
Para 4 Conclusion