DESCRIPTIVE WRITING

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13.Free writing. You have five minutes to write down any images, ideas or details that come to you concerning the topic “The sport I`d like to practise”. Don't pay any attention to possible grammar or spelling mistakes, focus on the content.

14.Clustering. Transfer this boxed subject onto your notebook page. Write related ideas, box them and connect them with lines to your subject and to each other.

Swap your cluster diagram with your desk partner and point out the most interesting issues.

15.Write a 120-word essay describing your most favourite athlete. Be ready to present your story in class. Here are some useful words and phrases to help guide the reader through the essay.

1. Introducing a point: nowadays, firstly.

2. Describing consequences: as a result, consequently.

3. Giving more information: in addition, moreover, furthermore, finally, lastly.

4. Introducing a contrasting point: however, in contrast, on the other hand, nevertheless, while, whereas.

5. Concluding: in conclusion, to sum up.