IUE-SFL · Writing Skills and Strategies · Extra writing tasks · Student’s Copy

Part 1
Extra writing tasks — Descriptive

Four practice tasks. Describe what a place or a person looks, feels, or seems like.

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Before you start — what this text type needs

Write one paragraph. Describe what the place or person looks, feels, or seems like. Use There is / There are to introduce what exists. Describe positives and problems to make your paragraph balanced. Include specific details and at least one example. End with a personal comment.

1

Describe your favourite place in your city or town

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Describe your favourite place in your city or town. Write a paragraph of at least 130 words.

One paragraph · three parts · minimum 130 words.

My plan Notes first — then write.

My paragraph

0 / 130 words

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2

Describe a person in your family or a close friend who you admire

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Describe a person in your family or a close friend who you admire. Write a paragraph of at least 130 words.

One paragraph · three parts · minimum 130 words.

My plan Notes first — then write.

My paragraph

0 / 130 words

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3

Describe the area or neighbourhood where you live

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Describe the area or neighbourhood where you live. Write a paragraph of at least 130 words.

One paragraph · three parts · minimum 130 words.

My plan Notes first — then write.

My paragraph

0 / 130 words

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4

Describe a building or outdoor space on your university campus

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Describe a building or outdoor space on your university campus. Write a paragraph of at least 130 words.

One paragraph · three parts · minimum 130 words.

My plan Notes first — then write.

My paragraph

0 / 130 words

Nothing is saved automatically. Copy or save your paragraph before you close this tab — only your own writing is saved, not the exercises.