STUDY AND WRITING SKILLS
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Read the report and answer the questions.
1
Which bicycle:
a
is cheaper?
d
will probably last longer?
b
is lighter?
e
has a more flexible seat?
c
is faster?
f
has a better gear change?
2
What similar features do both bicycles have?
3
Why does the writer of the report prefer the
Groundbreaker?
WRITING SKILLS
A PRODUCT REPORT
6
a
Linkers
Look at the words in italics in each sentence
below. Which word/phrase is used to show:
a contrast, additional information, a result?
1
Trekker 101 is lighter.
Therefore
, it is much faster on
flat ground.
2
Groundbreaker’s gear change is faster.
Moreover
, it is
much smoother.
3
Groundbreaker is heavier.
On the other hand
, it is
stronger and more durable.
6
b
Work with a partner. Decide whether the words in the
box introduce a result, a contrast or additional information.
Try to add one more word/phrase to each group.
also
although
as a result
consequently
furthermore
however in addition whereas
7
Link the pairs of sentences using an appropriate
word/phrase from Exercise 6.
1
Groundbreaker’s seat can be adjusted easily. You
need a special tool to adjust Trekker 101’s seat.
2
Both bicycles climb well. Trekker 101 can
accelerate faster.
3
Trekker 101 is cheaper than Groundbreaker. It is
much lighter.
4
Both bicycles are suitable for riding in town. They are
ideal for riding on mountain tracks.
5
Groundbreaker is a heavier bicycle. It is slower when
going round tight corners.
6
Trekker 101 is suitable for medium-sized riders.
Groundbreaker is much better for tall people.
8
The head of a large airline has asked you to write a report
on two top-of-the-range headphones, recommending one
of them for use in the airline’s First Class cabins. Write the
report, using the notes on the right.
KristalClear Headphones
Price:
US$ 180
Weight:
170g
Design:
Attractive and stylish. 5-star rating (outstanding)
from Sound and Vision magazine.
Over-the-ear headphones. Comfortable, easily adjustable,
thin headband, might wear out quickly.
Colours:
Black, metallic silver and red
Sound:
Bass tones not very powerful. High-end tones
excellent. Best for classical or light pop music.
Noise:
Sound doesn’t leak out and annoy people. Blocks out
most outside noise.
Durability:
Well made. Cable maybe a bit weak.
Special feature(s):
A unique sound system greatly reduces
outside noise. Headband flexible and easily adjustable.
Overall impression:
Great style and sound quality,
affordable price.
Sonar Headphones 3001
Price:
US$ 265
Weight
185g
Design:
Attractive and stylish. 3-star rating from Sound and
Vision magazine.
On-the-ear headphones. Comfortable – headphones
cover the whole ear. Rather heavy and bulky (take up a
lot of space). Headband – flexible plastic wrapped in soft
leather. Strong cable.
Colours:
Black, white and grey
Sound:
Powerful and deep bass tones. Good high-end
sounds. Lots of energy and power. Headphones best for
electronic, hard rock or urban music.
Noise:
Keeps away some outside noise. Not a strong feature
of the headphones.
Durability:
Well built, strong construction. Made to last.
Special feature(s):
Control system on the cable. Users can
turn the sound up and down.
Sponge pads on the headphones covered in soft leather.
Very comfortable.
Overall impression:
Well constructed, excellent bass and
high-end sounds. Not cheap. Good sound quality + durability.
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