Part 4 (20 minutes)
Writing
Libraries aren't very popular with modern teens. Write a short article into your local newspaper expressing your opinion.
Remember to mention:
- why and where libraries appeared;
- if you and your friends go to the school library or any;
- what modern libraries offer to their visitors;
- what the future of libraries is;
- conclude your article with an appeal to your readers.
Write no more than 120–150words.
Образец ответа
Temples of wisdom
In the past they used to be temples of wisdom but now are almost completely forgotten by the Internet addicts of the 21st century. They have a lot to offer and want to serve people again. And they are LIBRARIES.
The first libraries appeared more than 4000 years ago to store important historical documents and pass knowledge from generation to generation. A lot of things have changed since then, clay tablets and papyrus scrolls were replaced by printed books, but they are still working. Everywhere. Nowadays libraries use modern technologies and provide their visitors with a variety of books on all topics. But their future is unclear. It depends on us, the readers.
My friends and I go to the library quite often. It is a great way to get books for free. And I think you should too. You don’t need to be a bookworm to go to that sacred building. Just give it a shot and I promise you’ll like it!
Автор статьи: Люба Милорадова, г. Рыбинск
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Part 4 (30 minutes)
Writing
Comment on the following problem: Modern libraries in the digital age should be different from the libraries of the past.
In your comment use the information from the Internet below.
Write 100–120 words. Remember to
- make an introduction;
- express your personal opinion on the problem and give reasons for your opinion;
- express your attitude towards the information from the Internet;
- make a conclusion.
Write in your own words.
Modern Libraries
Many people, when asked about libraries, imagine old buildings with heavy
bookshelves and dimmed light. Libraries around the world are heading into the future,
creating for their patrons a more dynamic, multi-level environment for learning and
pleasure.
Enjoy most tremendous examples of how modern libraries are shaping the way
we learn and enjoy reading in the digital age.
LiYuan Library, China
Built in 2011 in a small village of
Huairou on the outskirts of Beijing, this
beautiful nature-inspired library was
designed by Li Xiaodong.
The 175-square-meter building’s
interior is spatially diverse by using
steps and small level changes to
create distinct places. The wooden
sticks temper the bright light and
spread it evenly throughout the space
to give a perfect reading ambience.
The library has no electricity supply
and closes at dusk.
Ballyroan Library, Ireland
Designed by Box Architecture, the new
library in South Dublin opened in early
2013.
The new library offers extensive
seating and a large study area with
many public access computers, as
well as printing and photocopying
facilities.
Free internet is available throughout
the building.
Task 1 (essay type)
What kind of an essay is required?
- for and against essay
- opinion essay
- essay suggesting solutions to a problem
Task 2 (finding mistakes)
Read the following answer to the task. What requirement isn't fulfilled?
The world is changing rapidly nowadays and things that have been the same throughout centuries need to alter. One of such things is libraries.
Traditional bookshelves are of no interest anymore, compared to what the Internet or even a single e-book can offer. Thus, to survive against their most formidable rival — digital technology — libraries do need to be refreshed and updated.
There are multiple ways to achieve it. Creating attractive conditions for the readers, like the LiJuan library in China, or transforming a usual library into a computer-based centre, like the Ballyroan Library in Ireland, are inspiring examples of how a library can be modernized in order to remain competitive and suit all the readers' needs.
In conclusion, though contemporary libraries are being challenged, the challenge is not going to eliminate them. Quite on the contrary, they will come out of this battle renewed and more prosperous than ever.
(151 words)
Task 3 (improving the essay from Task 2)
Change the answer in Task 2 to make it 100–120 words long.
Task 4 (writing an essay)
Write your own answer to the task.
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