Task 38.1
38.1. Imagine that you are doing a project on why New Year is the happiest time for schoolchildren in Zetland. You have found some data on the subject – the results of the opinion polls (see the table below).
Comment on the data in the table and give your opinion on the subject of the project.
| Why is New Year the happiest time for you? | |
|---|---|
Reasons | Number of respondents (%) |
New Year's gifts | 48 |
No schoolwork | 30 |
New Year's atmosphere | 10 |
Lots of fireworks | 7 |
Family fun | 5 |
Write 200-250 words.
Use the following plan:
– make an opening statement on the subject of the project;
– select and report 2–3 facts;
– make 1–2 comparisons where relevant and give your comments;
– outline a problem that can arise with using fireworks, firecrackers or sparklers to welcome the beginning of a new year and suggest a way of solving it;
– conclude by giving and explaining your opinion on the benefits of New Year celebrations for schoolchildren.
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Task 38.2
38.2. Imagine that you are doing a project on what New Year’s gifts people in Zetland would most like to receive. You have found some data on the subject – the results of the opinion polls (see the pie chart below).
Comment on the data in the pie chart and give your opinion on the subject of the project.
| Which of these gifts would you most like to receive for New Year's? | |
|---|---|
Gifts | Number of respondents (%) |
Gift cards | 54 |
Smart accessories | 16 |
Travel | 15 |
Money | 10 |
Event tickets | 5 |
Write 200-250 words.
Use the following plan:
– make an opening statement on the subject of the project;
– select and report 2–3 facts;
– make 1–2 comparisons where relevant and give your comments;
– outline a problem one can face selecting a New Year’s gift and suggest a way of solving it;
– conclude by giving and explaining your opinion on the importance of gift giving in our lives.
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