Writing (1 hour 30 minutes)

Part 1

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 220 – 260 words in an appropriate style.

Your class has watched a TV discussion about factors which influence our choice of food. You have made the notes below:

Factors which influence our choice of food:
• childhood
• scientific research
• availability

Some opinions expressed in the discussion:
“No one cooks better than my mum.”
“So-called expert advice on what’s good for you
changes from week to week!”
“It’s better to buy fresh, local food.”

Write an essay for your tutor discussing two of the factors which influence our choice of food in your notes. You should explain which factor you think is more important, giving reasons in support of your opinion.

You may, if you wish, make use of the opinions expressed in the discussion, but you should use your own words as far as possible.

Part 2

Write an answer to one of the questions 2 – 4 in this part. Write your answer in 220 – 260 words in an appropriate style.

2. A cinema website is looking for reviews of different kinds of cinemas. A temporary outdoor cinema was set up in your town during the summer months. Write a review of the cinema, describing the facilities and the choice of films. You should also explain how popular it was and say whether you think the town would be justified in organising it on an annual basis.

Write your review.

3. Your international college wishes to raise awareness of environmental issues in the local area for both its students and the wider community. The college principal has invited students to submit proposals for a campaign to do this.

In your proposal you should outline the major environmental issues in the area around the college. You should also suggest the different ways to raise awareness of the problems and explain which problem should take priority.

Write your proposal.

4. You and a friend had planned to travel together in the summer holiday. You have decided to accept an unexpected offer of an internship instead but are worried that your friend will be upset. You write an email to your friend to apologise for your change in plan. Your email should justify your decision, reassure them of your continued friendship and persuade them to consider travelling together in future.

Write your email.