Writing (1 hour 20 minutes)

Part 1

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 140—190 words.

In your English class you have been talking about the decisions which young people have to make. Now your English teacher has asked you to write an essay for homework.

Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

'Parents should make the important decisions for their teenage children.' Do you agree?

Notes
Write about:

1. which friends their children have
2. which job their children should do in the future
3. ........................................ (your own idea)

Writing

Part 2

Write an answer to one of the questions 2—4 in this part. Write your answer in 140—190 words. Put the question number in the box.

2. You see this notice in an English-language magazine for teenagers.

Articles wanted!

A place I'd like to visit
Is there somewhere you would really like to visit? It could be a city or even a building. Tell us about this place. Explain why you want to go there.
Say who you would like to go with, and why.

The best articles will be published in the magazine.

Write your article.

3. You have seen this notice on an English-language website for teenagers.

Reviews wanted !

Science fiction films

Have you seen a science fiction film recently?
Tell us what happens in the film and what you thought about the acting and the special effects. Who do you think the film is suitable for?

The most interesting reviews will be published on our website.

Write your review.

4. Answer the following question based on the title below.

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Daisy and Jay Gatsby have a car accident while driving back from New York. Why is the car accident important to the story, The Great Gatsby?

Write your essay.