UNIT 8. CITIES. LESSON H. WRITING
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LESSON H. WRITING
UNIT 8. CITIES
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WARM-UP
Where do you usually stay when you’re on a vacation?
Where do you usually stay when you’re on a vacation?
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PRACTICE
1. SPEAKING Describe the photo
1. SPEAKING Describe the photo
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The picture looks like a typical shared dormitory-style room in a youth hostel. The rooms may be designed to accommodate multiple guests with bunk beds. The design of the beds is uniform to maximize space efficiency, and the room is simple in decoration.
- Have you ever stayed in a youth hostel? How are they different from hotels?
1. Have you ever stayed in a youth hostel? How are they different from hotels?
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- I have never stayed in a youth hostel before. - Youth hostels are typically more affordable than hotels and often have shared dormitory-style rooms with bunk beds, as well as private rooms. Youth hostels also tend to have communal spaces such as kitchens, lounges, and outdoor areas, where guests can socialize and meet other travelers. On the other hand, hotels generally offer more privacy and amenities such as room service, housekeeping, and a front desk for 24-hour assistance. Hotels also tend to have more upscale accommodations and amenities, but at a higher price point.
2. Read the writing task and the letter
2. Read the writing task and the letter
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- Has the writer covered all four points in the task?
2. Has the writer covered all four points in the task?
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Yes, the writer has covered all four points in the task. 1. Giving information about the group “I'll be travelling to Bristol with three mates from school. All four of us are female and aged seventeen or eighteen.” 2. Informing about the dates and asking about availability “We're planning to stay for seven nights between 10 and 17 August. Please tell me whether you have beds available for those dates.” 3. Asking about food and drink “I'd also like to know whether your youth hostel has a café or restaurant. If not, would it be possible to recommend any places to eat near the hostel which are not too expensive?” 4. Asking for suggestions about places to visit “Although I have read about the city on the internet, I'd love to hear any tips for places to visit in the city.”
3. Read the Writing Strategy
3. Read the Writing Strategy
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- Do the tasks below
3. Do the tasks below
1. Divide the letter into six paragraphs. 2. Find three examples of short forms. Correct them. 3. Find words and phrases in the letter which would be better expressed with these more formal words and phrases: friends I would be grateful if you could inform me I would certainly be interested receiving a reply recommendations 4 Find words and phrases in the letter which express these things in a more formal way: ask about soon sort out tell me about
1. Divide the letter into six paragraphs
3. Do the tasks below
1. Divide the letter into six paragraphs.
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to enquire about a visit to your youth hostel in Bristol next month. I'll be travelling to Bristol with three friends from school. All four of us are female and aged seventeen or eighteen. We're planning to stay for seven nights between 10 and 17 August. Please tell me whether you have beds available for those dates. I'd also like to know whether your youth hostel has a café or restaurant. If not, would it be possible to recommend any places to eat near the hostel which are not too expensive? This will be our first visit to Bristol. Although I have read about the city on the internet, I would be grateful if you could inform me of any interesting places to visit or activities to do while we're there. I would certainly be interested in receiving a reply from you soon so that we can finalize the details of our visit. Thank you for your assistance. Yours faithfully, Hazel Jones
2. Find three examples of short forms. Correct them
3. Do the tasks below
2. Find three examples of short forms. Correct them
"I'll" -> "I will" "we're" -> "we are" "don't" -> "do not"
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3. Find words and phrases in the letter which would be better expressed with these more formal words and phrases
3. Do the tasks below
3. Find words and phrases in the letter which would be better expressed with these more formal words and phrases
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- “||mates||” => “friends” - “||receiving a reply||” => “receiving a reply recommendations” - “||I'd also like||” => “I would certainly be interested” - "||I'd love||" -> "I would be grateful"
4. Find words and phrases in the letter which express these things in a more formal way:
3. Do the tasks below
4. Find words and phrases in the letter which express these things in a more formal way:
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- "ask about" => "||inquire about||" - "soon" => "||in the near future||" - "sort out" -> "||finalize||" - "tell me about" -> "||inform me of||"
4. Read the task above. Make a paragraph plan and include brief notes for each of the four points in the task
4. Read the task above. Make a paragraph plan and include brief notes for each of the four points in the task
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Paragraph 1: Giving reason for writing Paragraph 2: First point in task Paragraph 3: Second point in task Paragraph 4: Third point in task Paragraph 5: Fourth point in task Paragraph 6: Requesting a reply
- Make a paragraph plan and include brief notes for each of the four points in the task
4. Read the task above. Make a paragraph plan and include brief notes for each of the four points in the task
Paragraph 1: Giving reason for writing - enquire about a visit at your hotel based on a recommendation Paragraph 2: First point in task - My friend and I - this summer Paragraph 3: Second point in task - 3 nights: August 12th until August 15th this summer. - ask for the prices and availability. Paragraph 4: Third point in task - Are there any bus routes or is it easier to take a taxi? Paragraph 5: Fourth point in task - Recommendations for activities related to exploring the historical landmarks and cultural sites in York Paragraph 6: Requesting a reply - I would be grateful if you could inform me of the details as soon as possible.
5. Write your letter (150-180 words) using your notes from exercise 4
5. Write your letter (150-180 words) using your notes from exercise 4
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- Suggested answer
5. Write your letter (150-180 words) using your notes from exercise 4
Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to enquire about a visit at your hotel in York based on a recommendation. My friend and I are planning to visit York this summer, and we are interested in staying at your hotel based on a recommendation. We will be travelling to York from London by train and will arrive on August 12th. We are planning to stay for three nights until August 15th. Could you please inform us whether you have availability during those dates and what the cost would be? We would also like to know the best way to get to your hotel from the train station using public transport. Are there any bus routes we should take or is it easier to take a taxi? Finally, we would appreciate any recommendations for activities in the surrounding area. We are interested in exploring the historical landmarks and cultural sites in York, but we are also open to suggestions for any lesser-known attractions. I would be grateful if you could provide us with this information in the near future so that we can sort out our travel plans. Thank you in advance for your assistance. Yours faithfully, Trang Nguyen
CONSOLIDATION
Homework
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Homework
1. Learn all new vocabulary 2. Finish all the tasks 3. Prepare U8-I