Prime Time 7/8, Writing, Arbeitsheft

17 3.5 Guided writing Adding supporting sentences to a topic sentence Read the following topic sentence and write one sentence supporting the first statement. Topic sentence: The first and most important step to improve our neighbourhood would be to introduce measures which address the situation of young people. Suggestions: Write about the following problems of young people in your area. •• no playground •• no space to do sports •• no public toilets •• poor lighting at night Supporting sentence: 3.6 Writing prompt Article: How our neighbourhood could be improved In your local community plans have been leaked that your local council wants to upgrade your neighbourhood to make it more attractive. As a local resident you feel entitled to participate in this debate and share your views with other members of your community. In order to reach as many people as possible, you have decided to write an article for your local paper. 6  7  In your article you should: • explain the present situation • discuss various possible ways to improve standards • analyse the impact of these measures to convince other members of the community to support your cause Give your article a title . Write around 400 words . Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv