Номер 9, страница 236 - гдз по английскому языку 10 класс учебник Афанасьева, Михеева

Creative writing. Theory and practice. Параграф 5. Writing social notes - номер 9, страница 236.

Условие.

9. Write an invitation for a picnic you would like to have. Exchange invitations with your classmate and write an answer to your classmate's invitation explaining that you can't come.

Creative Writing Reference

Quite a number of examinations include writing an opinion essay.

What is an opinion essay?

It is a kind of essay in which two opposing viewpoints are given on the same problem and supported with sound arguments. In an opinion essay the author makes it clear which of the two opinions he or she supports.

How to write an opinion essay?

Like many others, an opinion essay usually has three parts: the introduction, the main body and the conclusion. The requirements are that altogether it should consist of five paragraphs. The first of them is the introduction, the next three are the main body and the final one is the conclusion.

In the first paragraph a controversial problem is stated. For example, “Some people say that space exploration is too expensive and gives little practical result”.

In the second paragraph the author of the essay expresses his or her personal viewpoint and gives two or three good reasons to support it. For instance, “I strongly disagree with this point of view. I personally believe that space exploration can help to solve a lot of problems that people are facing at the moment or may face in the future. People may find new materials, new chemicals and new sources of energy on other planets and successfully use them. Space flights already give us a lot of important information for the development of science and warn us about some natural disasters. Besides, in the distant future humans might need to colonize other planets as Earth is getting rather overpopulated”.

In the third paragraph the author is supposed to express the opposing point of view and give one or two arguments for it. For instance, “On the other hand, I realize that there are a lot of more immediate problems which the humankind is to solve. One of them, as I see it, is the ecological situation that should be improved as soon as possible. Another is the problem of lack of food and drinking water in certain areas. Both of them are becoming more and more urgent”.

In the fourth paragraph the author explains why he or she doesn’t agree with the opposing viewpoint. For example, “That is a strong argument but, in my opinion, while solving immediate problems and spending money on practical everyday things, people should also think about the future. Outer space and other planets may be able to help us to survive or give a clue to a number of problems we can’t solve today”.

In the final fifth paragraph the author draws a general conclusion restating his or her opinion. For example, “So all in all I can say that I strongly disagree with those who believe that space exploration does not give practical results. I hope it will continue successfully with the help of national and international programmes”.

How long should your essay be?

The opinion essay is required not to exceed 200–250 words.

What about its language?

Such essays are written in neutral style. Avoid using informal words or too many formal ones. In your essay you will definitely need some words and expressions typical of this genre. To express your viewpoint you may wish to use phrases like:

I believe...	My opinion is that...
I think...	I agree that....
In my opinion...	To my mind...
In my view...	I completely disagree that...
As I see it....	I strongly disagree with...

Решение 2.

9. Напишите приглашение на пикник, который вы хотели бы устроить. Обменяйтесь приглашениями с одноклассником и напишите ответ на приглашение вашего одноклассника, объяснив, что вы не можете прийти.

Ответ:

Hi Alex,

I'm planning to have a picnic this Saturday in the central park, maybe around 1 p.m. I’ll bring some sandwiches and drinks. It would be awesome if you could come! We can play some games and just chill.

Let me know if you can make it!

Cheers,

Mike

Привет, Алекс,

Я планирую устроить пикник в эту субботу в центральном парке, где-то в час дня. Я принесу сэндвичи и напитки. Было бы круто, если бы ты смог прийти! Мы можем поиграть в какие-нибудь игры и просто отдохнуть.

Дай мне знать, если сможешь!

До встречи,

Майк

Hey Mike,

Thanks a lot for the invitation! A picnic sounds like a great idea.

Unfortunately, I can't come this Saturday. I have to help my parents with some things at home. I'm really sorry to miss out.

I hope you have a great time! Let's hang out some other time soon.

Best,

Alex

Привет, Майк,

Большое спасибо за приглашение! Пикник — это отличная идея.

К сожалению, в эту субботу я не смогу прийти. Мне нужно помочь родителям по дому. Мне очень жаль, что я пропущу.

Надеюсь, вы отлично проведете время! Давай как-нибудь встретимся в другой раз.

С наилучшими пожеланиями,

Алекс