Writing an Essay — 15

Comment on the following quotation.

"I skate to where the puck is going to be, not where it has been.".

Wayne Gretzky, ice hockey player

Write 200–250 words.

Use the following plan:.

• explain how you understand the author's point of view;
• express your personal opinion and give 2–3 reasons in its support;
• give examples to illustrate your reasons, using your personal experience, literature or background knowledge;
• make a conclusion.