A LITTLE PRACTICE GOES A LONG WAY
Writing · B1
Turn your thoughts into clear, confident words. Original lessons, useful examples and feedback, from A1 to C1.
12 lessons · Learn at your own pace
Writing
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Story
A small act of kindness
Write 120–150 words about someone helping another person. Set the scene, explain the problem and describe the help. Finish by showing what changed as a result.
How to write a past story from a given sentence
100–150 words · Story. Begin your story with this exact sentence: 'When I opened the bag, I knew something was wrong.' Explain the problem, describe what happened next and give the story a clear ending.
Opinion essay
How to write an email to a friend giving news
100–150 words · Email. Write to a friend you have not seen recently. Tell them you have joined a new club, describe your first meeting and explain one plan you have with the group. Ask about your friend's news.
Email making plans for visit
100–150 words · Email. Your friend writes: 'I'm visiting your town next Saturday and arriving by train at ten. I'd like to see something outdoors, but I can't walk very far. Where shall we meet, and what should I bring?' Reply with a suitable plan and a bad-weather alternative.
Review
How to write a hotel review after a stay
100–150 words · Review. Write a review of an imaginary hotel where you spent two nights. Describe its location and a service you used, explain one strength and one weakness, and recommend it to a particular kind of traveller.
A product review
100–150 words · Review. Review an imaginary backpack you have used for a month. Explain why you bought it, describe a useful feature and a limitation, and say who should consider buying it.