Writing task 38 #35

Langart writing

Task 38

Imagine that you are doing a project on teenagers' motivation for doing sport. You have found some data on the subject — the results of a survey conducted among Zetland teenagers (see the table below).

Which of the following motivates you most to do sport?
Choose one option
Motivating factorsNumber of respondents (%)
Staying fit and healthy35
Spending time with friends25
Achieving results20
Following a favourite athlete12
Losing weight8

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 doing sport and suggest a way of solving it;

— conclude by giving and explaining your opinion on the benefits of sport for teenagers.