Student A
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In pairs, roleplay the situation. Use phrases from the box below to help you.
Write a reply to Ann giving your recommendations.
26. Write a summary of texts 1-3 about the psychological effects of colours (90-120 words). Follow these steps:
1. Underline the relevant information in each text.
2. Make notes about the main points. Leave out details such as examples.
3. Make sentences from the notes and link the sentences with connectors (and, but, because, therefore, etc.).
4. Write your first draft.
5. Improve your first draft by cutting out unnecessary phrases.
6. Write the final version of your summary. Don't forget to check the spelling and grammar.
| Asking for advice | Giving advice |
| I'm looking for… Could you give me some advice? Have you any idea about how to [+ infinitive]? Have you any tips on how to…? | If I were you, I'd… I (don't) think you should… You should/shouldn't… (I think) it's a good idea to/for… It's better (not) to… Why don't you [+ infinitive]? |
You start the conversation.
You are going to redecorate your bedroom and put new wallpapers in it. Talk to a consultant at “1001 ideas for your home” store.
Tell him/her:
- what room you are going to redecorate.
- what you are looking for.
- what colours you prefer.
You also have a problem – your bedroom isn't spacious enough. Explain your problem to the consultant and ask him/her for some advice.
Thank the consultant for his/her advice and tell him/her what you‘ve decided to do.
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| Read the letter above again and match the notes with the correct parts of the letter. | | | Complete the text below with sentences a-e. There is one sentence you don't need. |