Cambridge English: Advanced
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Writing Task (go to Checklist)
Writing Paper Part 2. Task Type: Review
Question
You come across the following notice on a book club website:
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Have you read a good book lately where the author offers the reader a psychological insight into one or more of the main characters? Who would the book appeal to? Send it to us and we'll publish those we like! |
Write the review for the book club. (between 220-260 words)
What you need to do to pass
Read our checklist first to understand what the examiner is looking for in a good answer.
Ideas for writing
Ask yourself the following questions to help you get started:
- What general information can you supply about the book?
For example: When was it written? Who is the author/director? - When/Where is the action set? Who is the main character? What is the main character's role in the basic plot?
- What do we learn about the main character(s)?
- What kind of person would the book appeal to?
For example: "........ is a real page-turner that anyone keen on psychological thrillers would enjoy."
Drafting and proofreading your work
You should look at your first draft of the task and decide:
- Have you answered the question?
- Is the layout and organisation appropriate?
- Is the language correct with a good range of structures?
- Is the style appropriate and consistent?
- Will it have a positive effect on the reader?
If the answer is 'no' to any of these questions then you will need to do some more drafting!
