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Individual Rewriting

Remember that a procedural direction usually comprises three sections? They are an
identification or introduction, a series of paragraphs describing the features of the subject,
and a concluding paragraph. Now, read the text again Identify the sections and put section’
name in column 1. Then identify the keywords and write them in the third column. Based on
the keywords, rewrite the sentences.

Structure Sentences Keywords Rewriting

The Brooklyn Bridge is a hybrid cable-
stayed/suspension bridge in New York City and is
one of the oldest bridges in the United States.

It connects two great New York City boroughs,
Manhattan and Brooklyn by spanning the East
River.
Introduction It has a main span of 1595.5 ft and was the first

steel-wire suspension bridge constructed.

It is a must-see when you are visiting Brooklyn.

It is not just an enjoyable experience for tourists;
many born-and-bred New Yorkers find themselves
still charmed by the bridge.

There is a dedicated pedestrian walkway on the
Brooklyn Bridge, above the roaring car traffic.

It will be a wonderful stroll.

However, you need to decide which side of the
bridge you want to start on and how you will get
there to begin your journey.
Suppose you want to start your journey from
Manhattan, you will find the Brooklyn Bridge
Pedestrian Walk quite accessible, but the views 119
are not as breathtaking as coming from the other
Direction way.

From Manhattan, the entrance begins just across
the northeast corner of City Hall Park, which is on
Centre Street.
The closest subway stops are via the 4, 5, and 6
trains at Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall station.

You can also take the J or Z train at the Chambers
Street station or the R train at the City Hall.
However, if you are traveling from Manhattan’s
west side and willing to walk a few extra blocks,,
you can take the 1, 2, or 3 trains to Chamber
Street.