Writing task 38 #2

Langart writing

Task 38

Imagine that you are doing a project on why Zetlanders have a pet. You have found some data on the subject — the results of a survey conducted among Zetland pet owners (see the table below).

Why do you have a pet?
Choose one option
OptionsNumber of respondents (%)
To escape loneliness35
To teach my children responsibility25
To have a companion for walks20
To give a shelter animal a home16
Because it was a gift4

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 related to having a pet and suggest a way of solving it;

— conclude by giving and explaining your opinion on the importance of pets in people’s lives.