Cambridge English: First

Writing Task (go to Checklist)

Writing Paper Part 1. Task Type: Essay

Question
In your English class you have been talking about the effect of fast food on our diet. Now your teacher has asked you to write an essay.

Write a essay for your teacher (around 140-190 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 is a typical daily diet for young people?
• Why might some young people be eating excessive amounts of fast food?
• In general, do young people worry about the consequences of a poor diet?
• What role can parents or teachers play in helping young people adopt a healthy diet?
• Do governments need to regulate the fast-food industry?

Drafting and proofreading your work

You should look at your first draft of the task and decide:

• Have you responded to the statement and the notes appropriately?
• Is the essay organised in a clear and logical way?
• Is the language accurate with a good range of structures?
• Is the style OK?
• 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!