Part One: Reading
Read the email from Andrew to Duncan and answer the questions with a partner:
- How well do Andrew and Duncan know each other? Explain your answer.
- Why is Andrew writing an email to Duncan? What does he apologize for?
- Do you think Andrew is enjoying his experience? Why?
Hi there!
Sorry I haven’t written in so long. I’ve been really busy. I have had a lot of problems with my old junker. First, the brakes squeaked every time I pressed them. I had to change the brake shoes. Then, my car started to squeal. I had to buy a new fan belt! All of these car repairs are killing me! LOL
Don’t worry–I work on the car all the time. I’ve made a lot of great friends at school, and we usually get together on the weekends. There is so much to see and do in this city! I’ve visited museums, I’ve been to concerts, and I’ve tried so many new kinds of food.
There is always something fun to do, but sometimes I prefer to stay home and watch a movie. BTW, have you seen any good movies lately?
So how have you been? Give Mom and Dad a hug for me and I’ll see you all in a few weeks!
Take care,
Andrew
Part Two: Discussion
Discuss the question with a partner or group:
- Think of a friend or family member in another city or country. If you wrote them an email, what new experiences could you tell them about?
Part Three: Writing
Exercise
Open the exercise to begin the activity. Follow the instructions in the document.