fce grammar about reporting questions
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Language focus 5: Reported questions
1 a Here are two examples of direct questions from the listening on page 158, each followed by its reported version. Compare the two versions then answer the question in b below.
1 Direct question: 'What reasons do clients have for coming to see you?'
Reported question: The interviewer asked Naomi what reasons clients had for going to see her.
2 Direct question: 'Are you pleased you became self employed?'
Reported question: He asked her if she was pleased she had become self-employed.
b What changes are made when we report direct questions?
Consider the following:
- auxiliary verbs do, does, did • verb tenses
- word order . yes/no questions
- punctuation
Check your answers on page 220 of the Grammar reference.
2 Report the following questions, which were asked to a doctor.
1 How long have you been a doctor?
The interviewer asked her .
2 What made you decide to enter the medical profession?
He also asked her .
3 How many patients do you see each day on average?
He wanted to know .
4 Do your friends often ask you for medical advice?
He wondered .
5 Are you planning to retire soon?
He asked her .
Writing
part 2
Report
1 Read the following Part 2 instructions. Which places would you recommend in your area? Why?
A group of foreign students is going to be staying in your area for a month this summer. They are keen to keep fit during their stay and the group leader has asked you to write a report giving advice on the best places to go running, swimming and cycling. In your report you should explain why these places will be of interest to the group.
2 Read the following answer, ignoring the gaps. How similar is the area described in the report to the area in which you live?
Introduction
The aim of this report is to describe the best places in this area for your students to go running, cycling and swimming during their stay here.
Running
The town has one of the longest promenades in the country. As (1) as being wide and flat, it offers spectacular views out to sea. A run (2)just before breakfast is the perfect way for your students to start the day and preparethemselvesmentally for their English classes.
Cycling
Cycling is forbidden on the promenade, (3)there is a cycle path on the outskirts of town, (4)your students can burn a few calories after class,(5) akes cyclists through an area of woods and hills, with more superb views of the town and the sea.
Swimming
Swimming in the sea is not recommended, (6)the water is not particularly clean. (7), there is a lake just outside the town, (8)is pleasant to swim in and less crowded than the town's swimming pool.
Conclusion
This area offers plenty of opportunities to keep fit and your students will be able to do sport and enjoy beautiful scenery at the same time.
3 Linking
a Your answers in the Writing paper in the First exam should contain evidence of linking.
Eight words which link ideas in the report have been removed. Complete each gap (1-8) with a word from the box.
as but here however this well where which
b How has the writer of the report created links between
1 the paragraphs on running and cycling?
2 the paragraphs on cycling and swimming?
4 Answering the question
You must address all the points in the question.
Underline those sections of the report where the writer has addressed the point which says: you should explain why these places will be of interest to the group.
Example:
Running - A run here just before breakfast is the perfect way for your students to start the day and prepare themselves mentally for their English classes.
5 Write an answer to the following Writing Part 2 question:
A group of foreign students is going to be staying in your area for a month. You have been asked to write a report for the group leader giving advice on eating out. Describe the best places to eat cheaply in your area and say why, in addition to the reasons of cost, you think the students will enjoy eating in these places.
Write your report in 140-190 words.
Don't forget!
Plan your answer before you start writing.
Give each paragraph a heading.
Make sure you address all the points in the question.
Invent ideas if you want to.
Use a variety of linking words and expressions.
Write in a neutral or formal style.
For more information on writing reports, see pages 54 and 55 in Unit 4, and page 200 in Ready for Writing.
Useful language
The food is cheap/inexpensive/reasonably priced/affordable.
The price is/prices are low/reasonable/competitive/affordable.
The atmosphere is pleasant/friendly/relaxed/lively.
The portions are generous/hugel(more than) adequate.
The food is tasty/delicious/healthy/homemade.
