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1 Does paragraph 1 (introduction) clearly explain what the essay will be about?
2 Where does the candidate make their position/opinion clear in this essay?
3 Which opinion from the question does the candidate discuss in paragraph 2? Underline
the topic sentence that expresses it. How many reasons/examples are given to support it?
4 Which opinion does paragraph 3 discuss? Underline the topic sentence that expresses it.
Why do you think the candidate chose to discuss this here?
5 Make a list of opinion phrases used in this essay.

EXAM SKILLS]

� Answer the Writing tasks below.
Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The diagram illustrates the process of making traditional wooden shoes called clogs.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons
where relevant.

Outlining

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wood - poplar or willow

Boring out*
shoe interior 0

* removing wood to make a hole
sandpaper for inside and outside Decorating (optional)

Task2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Some believe that people today have no interest in maintaining the traditional culture of
their country or region. Others believe that it is still important to people that we preserve a
traditional way of life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge
or experience.
Write at least 250 words.

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