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Vocabulary in Context : Volunteering for a Cause

Vocabulary - ESL

Topic: Reasons People Volunteer in Education, Government, Religion, and More
Instructions: Read the text and complete each sentence with the correct word from the box. Use each word only once.

CRUZ LEWIS

Reading - ESL

Read each paragraph carefully and determine which pattern of reasoning or organization it uses (e.g., cause and effect, compare and contrast, classification, problem and solution, argumentation).

Patterns of Reasoning

Grammar - ESL

Read each sentence carefully. Then, choose the correct type of reasoning from the options provided.

Supermarkets - Essay

Writing - ESL

πŸ“Activity instructions:
Write a short opinion essay (140–190 words) expressing your point of view about the impact of supermarkets on local communities.

πŸ”Ή Steps to follow:

  1. Read the task carefully:
    Supermarkets are becoming increasingly popular, but some people believe that they are having a negative effect on local communities.
    ➀ Think about whether you agree or disagree with this idea.
     
  2. Plan your essay:
    πŸ“Œ Introduction: Briefly introduce the topic.
    πŸ“Œ Body Paragraph 1: Explain why supermarkets are popular.
    πŸ“ŒBody Paragraph 2: Describe how they affect local businesses or communities.
    πŸ“Œ Conclusion: Give your opinion and summarize your main point.
     
  3. Use the following vocabulary (optional):
    local businesses – small shops – convenience – lower prices – personal service – job opportunities – economy – local people
     
  4. Support your ideas with examples and reasons.
     
  5. Write your essay in a formal style. Do not use contractions (e.g., don’t β†’ do not).
     

Revise before submitting:
βœ” Check grammar and spelling
βœ” Make sure your essay is between 140–190 words

Liveworksheets Activity (Interactive Practice)

Writing - ESL

  • Drag-and-Drop Matching:
    Match these sentence starters to the correct section of the letter:

    • "I strongly believe that..." β†’ Introduction
    • "First of all..." β†’ Body Paragraph 1
    • "Another important reason is..." β†’ Body Paragraph 2
    • "In conclusion..." β†’ Conclusion
  • Fill in the Blanks (Short Answers):

    • My opinion is: ____________
    • One reason is: ____________
    • For example: ____________
    • Another reason is: ____________
    • In conclusion: ____________

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