WRITING TOPICS
A SHORT STORY
ORGANIZATION:
− The main characters
− where and where the story takes place
− events in the story
− how the characters felt
− ending of the story
USEFUL VOCABULARY:
It all began when, fortunately/unfortunately, luckily, to my surprise, I felt, the
funny thing is, before I knew it...
ACTIVITIES:
Write a frightening or a dangerous experience.
Write about someone you met on your last holidays
Write about when you first met your oldest friend
Write about when you started learning English
INFORMAL LETTER OR EMAIL
TELLING HOLIDAYS
ORGANIZATION:
− introduction
− best time to visit
− things to see or not in this city
− things to see outside
− dangers and problems
− getting around
− changing money
− food
− places to stay
− personal opinions and conclusion
USEFUL VOCABULARY:
It is located, you'll notice, visitors should plan on, you'll never forget, visitors can
enjoy, you shouldn't miss, it was great to hear from you, did you get my
letter/email?, sorry I haven't written for so long, I haven't heard from you, I'm
writing because, I can't wait to, write soon, that's all for now, say hello to, love,
regards, see you, take care, all the best, yours...
ACTIVITIES:
Write an email to a friend about a holiday you have taken or are planning to take.
DESCRIBING PEOPLE
ORGANIZATION:
− basic information introducing the person
− person's appearance
− personality
− interests and activities
− relationship with that person
USEFUL VOCABULARY:
He/ She is a bit/very quite, the best thing about him/her, ________is really
important on a friend, ______is one of my favourite people...
ACTIVITIES:
Describe the person you want.
LETTER OF APPLICATION
ORGANIZATION:
- Begin your letter or email ‘Dear Mr/Mrs/Ms xxxx’
- The position applied for
- You should also mention where you saw the job advert or where you heard
about the vacancy
- Your current situation
- Your reasons for wanting the job: be clear and positive about why you want the
job
- In the final paragraph you could say when you’d be available to start work
- Signature and your name
USEFUL VOCABULARY:
'I am writing to apply for the post of ..., which was advertised ... on (+date), 'My
working experience...'; 'My degree in... '; 'My leadership skills...'; 'The reason that
I would like to work for your company is...' , 'Yours sincerely/faithfully' , Dear sir,
I would like to point out., Please accept this letter as an expression of my interest
in the position of..., I look forward to hearing back from you....OR.....to your
reply.
ACTIVITIES:
Write an application letter
REVIEW OF A BOOK OR A FILM
ORGANIZATION:
− Name and type of book or film
− the author/director
− main characters
− description of the plot
− opinion of the book/film
− good/bad points
− general recommendation
USEFUL VOCABULARY:
you won't want to miss, you'll love reading, well worth seeing/reading, I highly
recommend, don't bother/waste your time, it tells the story of, its hero/heroine
is, the film stars, it is set on, blockbuster/bestseller, characters, special effects,
soundtrack, surprise ending, predictable, disappointing
ACTIVITIES:
Write a review of a film
Write a review of a book
LETTER TO A NEWSPAPER
ORGANIZATION:
− Introduction to the issue
− arguments for one side with supporting details and examples
− aguments for the other side of the issue
− summary and writer's opinion
USEFUL VOCABULARY:
On one hand/on the other hand, it is true that, firstly/secondly/thirdly, for
example, in addition, furthermore, however, nevertheless, due to, as a result, in
my opinion, in my view, consequently, in conclusion, to sum up, I believe that...
ACTIVITIES:
Footballers get paid too much
There's too much violence on TV
People who live in flats shouldn't keep pets
Public transport should be free
Tourists destroy the places they visit
Smoking shouldn't be allowed in any public places
Zoos: good or bad?
It is dishonest to download music from the internet
LISTA DE TEMAS DEL LIBRO QUE ENTRAN PARA JUNIO:
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 6B, 7A, 7B, 7C, 8A, 8B, 9, 10A, 10B, 11A, 11B, 12B
