Про рецензию и другие типы текстов в FCE Writing я написала в обзорном посте. Здесь я привожу более 20 заданий, которые основаны на материалах из сборников:
‘Cambridge English: First (Past Papers) 1-5’
‘First Trainers 1-3’
‘Exam Essentials Practice Tests 1’
‘Improve Your Writing for First’
‘B2 First Formula’
‘Spotlight on First’.
Как писать такие тексты — выбирайте материалы на этой странице.
Объем текста — примерно 140-190 слов, но можно и больше, если время позволяет и смысл не размазывается.
Задания поделены на группы:
- фильмы, сериалы, театры
- книги, выставки, концерты
- рестораны, магазины
- путешествия, обучающие курсы
- технологии, товары
Фильмы, сериалы, театры
1. You recently saw this notice on an English-language website called TV Gold:
Reviews wanted!
A TV documentary I learnt a lot from.
Have you seen an interesting TV documentary recently that you learnt a lot from? Write us a review of the documentary. You should exam plain what the documentary was about, tell us what you learnt from it and say whether other people would find it interesting too.
2. You recently saw this notice on an English-language website called TV Watch:
Review wanted!
TV series
Is there a TV series you watch regularly?
Write a review of the series explaining what it is about, why you like it and who you would recommend it to.
3. This is part of an email you receive from a friend in Canada.
I’m doing a project about how films can help people to learn about history. Could you tell me about a film which helped you understand a particular time or event in history? What made the film an effective way to learn?
4. You see this notice in a popular English-language magazine called Cinema News: have you seen any good films lately? If you have, write a review for our magazine! Include information on the plot and the character, and say why you think it is worth seeing.
5. You see this notice on an English-language website:
Reviews wanted
Comedy TV Series
Write us a review of a TV series that makes people laugh. Your review should include information about the storyline and the characters. Why do people think this TV series is funny? What do you think about the series?
6. You recently saw the notice in an English-language magazine called TV News:
Send us your review of the best or worst TV programme you have seen this year. Include information on what the programme was about and say what made the programme so good/ bad. Do you think another programme should be made on the same theme?
7. You recently saw this notice in an English-language magazine called Young Film Critic:
WANTED: GREAT FILMS WITH GREAT STORIES
Films can rely too much on special effects instead of a good story or good acting. Write a review of a film that used many special effects. How good or bad was the film? Did it rely heavily on special effects?
8. You recently saw a film about a famous historical event in your country. Write a review of the filmgoer your college magazine. Include information about the story, the characters and costumes, and say whether the film was historically accurate.
9. You see an announcement on an English-language website.
Film reviews wanted
Which film have you seen in which something totally unexpected happened? Write a review of the film, describing what happened and why it was so unexpected. Say whether you think other people would enjoy watching the film, too.
10. You read this announcement in a local English-language magazine called Theatre Voice.
HAVE YOU SEEN ANY GOOD THEATRE PRODUCTIONS LATELY?
Write a review of a play, ballet or opera you have been to recently, including details of the type of performance, the acting, the direction and the stage design and whether you would recommend the production to other people of your age.
11. Reviews wanted.
Have you seen a musical in the cinema or theatre that impressed you? Why do you remember it so well?
Write a review telling us what you liked about it, and anything you didn’t enjoy. Would you recommend this musical to other people?
Write your reviewю The best ones will be published on our website.
12. The most interesting TV series ever.
What’s the most interesting TV series you’ve ever seen? What made it so interesting? What did you learn from it?
Write us a review of the TV series. We will publish the best review next month.
Книги, выставки, концерты
13. You recently saw this notice on an English-language website called Book World.
Review wanted!
The best thriller I have ever read!
Have you read a thriller recently that you think other readers would enjoy?
Write us a review of the book. You should include information on:
– what it’s about
– why it’s exciting
– who you would recommend it to.
14. You have seen this notice in an English online magazine:
Review wanted
Interesting Exhibitions
Have you been to an interesting exhibition recently? It could have been about art, photography, science or another subject.Write us a review:
– describing the exhibition
– explaining why you found it interesting
– saying which people you would recommend it to.
15. You recently saw this notice on an English-language website called Music Live.
Write us a review of a concert you’ve been to. It could be a pop, rock or classical concert, or one with a different type of music. Include information on the music, the place and atmosphere.
16. Useful books
Write us a review of a useful book which you have read. In your review describe what the book is about, explain how it was useful to you and say why you would recommend it to others.
17. Book review wanted.
Have you read a great non-fiction book? Write us a review of the book, explaining what it is about. Also tell us who would enjoy reading the book. Include one interesting fact that you remember from the book.
The best review will be published in the magazine.
Рестораны, магазины
18. You see this notice in an English-language website called Restaurant World:
Reviews wanted
A Wonder Meal
Write us a review of a restaurant where you had a wonderful meal. Tell us what the restaurant was like, describe what you ate and explain why it was so good.
19. A new shop has recently been opened in your area and your English teacher has asked you to write a review of it for the college English-language magazine. Describe the shop, what it sells and give your opinion of the staff in the shop. Would you recommend this shop to other people your age?
20. Your English teacher has asked you to write a review of a restaurant in your area. You should talk about the kind of food it offers, the decor, the service and what your dining experience was like.
21. Your town’s English-language website plans to publish review of restaurant in your town.
Tell us about your favourite restaurant.
Describe the atmosphere and explain what kind of customer would or wouldn’t enjoy going there.
22. You have applied for a job with your local newspaper and they have asked you to write a review of a local café. Say whether it is a good place to meet friends and why.
23. You see this announcement in the English-language magazine of your college.
Restaurant reviews wanted
Classes sometimes like to celebrate special occasions by going out for a meal together. Write a review of a suitable restaurant that you like. Describe the atmosphere and the food, and explain why you think your class would enjoy being there.
24. Restaurants for special occasions
We are looking for reviews of restaurants which are good places to celebrate special occasions.
In your review you should:
– describe the restaurant and the food it serves
– say what special occasions you would recommend the restaurant for.
The best reviews will be published next month.
25. Have you visited a shop recently that made an impression on you?
Write us a review of the shop, saying why you chose to visit it and what made the experience different from other shops you regularly go to. Tell us whether or not you would recommend this shop to other people.
The best reviews will be published on our website.
26. A really great café
What is your favourite café? What makes it different from other cafés? How could the café be improved?
The best reviews will be posted on our website.
Путешествия, учебные курсы
27. You have seen this notice in an online magazine:
Reviews wanted
Sports Holidays
We’re looking for reviews of organised holidays where people can practise sports.
Write a review on the holiday, including information about the place, the sports, and how well organised the holiday was.
28. You see this announcement in a travel magazine.
Reviews of holiday resorts wanted
Write a review of a holiday resort you have stayed at. Describe the resort, saying what you enjoyed and did not enjoy about your stay there. Tell us whether you would recommend the resort to other people.
29. Reviews wanted. Interesting courses.
Have you done a course recently? Tell us what kind of course it was. What were the classes like? What was good or bad about it? Would you recommend this course to other people?
We will publish the best reviews on our website.
Технологии, товары
30. An online magazine regularly publishes review written by consumers.
Write a review of an electrical device that you bought recently. Outline its strengths and weaknesses, and value for money, with reasons.
31. You see this announcement in a lifestyle magazine.
Reviews of electronic devices wanted.
Which electronic device have you used recently?
Write a review of it describing the device, explaining how to use it and saying where it is good value for money.
32. You have recently used a good website where you can download music. Write a review of the website for your student magazine. Include information about how the website is better than other of its type, and say what the special features of the website are. Say who you would recommend the website to.
33. You see this announcement in an English-language magazine.
Reviews wanted:
Your new digital camera
Have you recently bought a digital camera? Write a review of the camera explaining why you bought it, how easy it is to use and if you would recommend it to others.
34. Reviews wanted.
Is there a computer game that you really like playing? How often do you play?
Write a review describing the game, and explaining what you like or don’t like about it. Would you recommend it to other people of your age?
We will publish the best reviews on our website.
35. Reviews of useful websites needed!
Do you know of a website which helps you with an area of study or work? Why not share what you’ve found with others? Write a review telling us what you find helpful about the site and saying who you think might benefit from using it.
36. Product review
Have you used a new product such as a sports drink or shampoo recently? What do you like or dislike about the product? What would make it better?
Write us a review of the product and tell us whether you would recommend it to other people.
We will publish the best reviews next month.
Фото — Pixabay. Подборка моя — Екатерины Зубковой.
