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 just attended a panel discussion on the significant roles played by food insociety. You have made the notes below:

The significant roles played by food
in society:
• preserving cultural identity
• maintaining good health
• providing opportunities
to socialise

Some opinions expressed in the discussion:
“What we eat reflects where we come from.”
“Eating nutritious food is essential for mind and body.”
“Eating together brings people together.”

Write an essay for your tutor discussing two of the roles played by food in society in your notes. You should explain which role you think is more effective, 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.This is part of an email you have received from an English friend:

As you know, I’m finishing school this year. My parents think that I should go straight to university but I’m not sure I’m ready for that yet. First I’d rather spend a year working and then go travelling like you did last year. Can you explain what preparations you had to make before going? And how do you think I can persuade my parents to agree?

Write your email.

3. Your international college is planning to make a short film for its website in order to attract more applications from students from other countries. The College Principal has invited proposals from students who would like to make this film. Write a proposal in which you briefly outline the film you would like to make. In your proposal, you should describe the places and activities you would show and explain why you think your film would be successful in attracting new students.

Write your proposal.

4. You have just completed six months in a new job. Your manager has asked you to write a report in preparation for a formal meeting to discuss your progress.

Your report should include information about what you think you have achieved during your first six months and explain any problems you have had. You should also suggest some further training you think would be helpful for you.

Write your report.