Simple, Compound and Complex

A) Identify the following as either simple, compound or complex.

No Sentence Simple Compound Complex

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1 Maizon will attend a new school soon.
2 Margaret and Maizon have been friends for a very long time.
3 Maizon is going to Blue Hill, but Margaret will stay behind.
4 She will leave soon, and she still has to pack.
5 This last summer with Maizon is a time of great change for the
girls’ friendship.
6 Maizon thinks of Margaret as her best friend in the whole world.
7 Sometimes things change, and they can’t change back again.
8 The friendship may end, or it may stay the same.

B) Let’s try again: Identify the following as either simple, compound or complex.

No Sentence Simple Compound Complex

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1 The children wore their dirty boots.
2 It was time for bed, yet it was still light outside.
3 The front door was locked, so she entered through the back.
4 They took a lot of pictures when they visited Montana.
5 After the show began, he sat very quietly.
6 The girl was wearing a red dress.
7 He was playing on his computer.
8 Georges would like to play, for he is the best player on the team.
9 Before the bell rings, the student lined up at the door.
10 We turned off the lights.
11 We turned off the lights, and we went to sleep.
12 We turned off the lights after our mom told us to go to sleep.

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How to write an email?
Arrange the following in order.
Situation Topic Closing
Purpose Details

Paragraph 1

Paragraph 2

Paragraph 3

Paragraph 4

Paragraph 5

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Email A
Hi Lucy,

I hope this email finds you well! I'm thrilled you reached out for movie recommendations, and I've got some
gems for you. If you're in the mood for a heartwarming drama, I highly recommend "The Pursuit of
Happiness." It's based on a true story and stars Will Smith, delivering a performance that's both uplifting and
inspirational.

For something mind-bending, consider diving into Christopher Nolan's masterpiece, "Inception." This film
is a rollercoaster of suspense and creativity, keeping you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

If you prefer a clever and entertaining whodunit, "Knives Out" is the perfect choice. With a stellar cast and
unexpected twists, it's a modern take on the classic mystery genre.

For a visually stunning and quirky experience, check out Wes Anderson's "The Grand Budapest Hotel." The
film is a delightful blend of humour, charm, and distinctive aesthetics.

And if biographical dramas pique your interest, "The Social Network" offers a captivating exploration of the
founding of Facebook. The film is both fascinating and well-executed, providing insight into the
complexities of innovation and ambition.

Let me know which one you decide on, and I hope you have a fantastic movie night!

Cheers,

Sheila

Email B

Dear Ms Lucy,

I trust this email finds you well amidst the hustle and bustle of our busy schedules. As we navigate the
demands of our professional lives, I thought it might be a nice idea to unwind and enjoy a movie to recharge.

I'd like to recommend the film "The Intern." Starring Robert De Niro and Anne Hathaway, it's a
heartwarming comedy-drama that revolves around the unlikely friendship between a senior intern and the
young CEO of a fashion startup. The film beautifully explores themes of mentorship, collaboration, and the
value of experience in the dynamic world of business.

Not only does "The Intern" offer a refreshing take on workplace dynamics, but it also provides moments of
humour and insight that I believe we can all appreciate. The performances are stellar, and the storyline
strikes a balance between light-heartedness and meaningful reflection.

If you find the time for a movie night, I think "The Intern" could be a great choice. It's a delightful film that
seamlessly blends entertainment with subtle lessons about work, life, and the importance of embracing
different perspectives.

I hope you enjoy the recommendation, and if you have any preferences or if there's a specific genre, you're
in the mood for, feel free to let me know. Wishing you a relaxing evening ahead!

Best regards,
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Sheila
Exercise 1: Read the following sentences and arrange them in order.

No Sentence Sequence
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A I would like to know whether your school offers courses specifically for university level
students as I would like to study techniques for essay writing in English.
B I feel I would prefer to stay in shared accommodation with self-catering facilities.

C Could you also tell me how many hours of lessons there are per week?

D Dear Mr Jones, 1
E I am a university student studying to become a translator.

F With regards to accommodation, do you only provide homestay-style lodgings or are there any
other possible alternatives?
G I am writing to enquire about your language courses in the summer.

H Finally, I was wondering if any extra-curricular activities such as lectures or excursions are
offered at your school.
I If so, are these included in the price, or at an additional cost?

J I would be grateful for any information you can give me and I look forward to hearing from you
soon.
K Yours sincerely, Jaana Nikkinen

Exercise 2: Read the following sentences and arrange them in order.

No Sentence Sequence
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A Hi Jack!!! 1
B For your information, the problem really started when I was in primary school, and my parents,
who had been arguing non-stop since I was a little baby, got divorced and decided that I should
be adopted as they couldn’t decide who should have custody of me.
C That’s probably because we’re so amazing at languages, that we don’t need any extra help
except me – I need all the help I can get!!
D My name’s Jaana and I’M FROM FINLAND!!!

E Your friend,
Jaana
F If I had been in their situation, I think I probably wouldn’t have known either!! Anyway, this
was all a bit traumatic, so all my school subjects suffered, especially English.

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G By the way, do u do courses for university students? How many lessons or week? Is there any
extra stuff after school, SO I CAN MEET SOME COOL PEOPLE? How about trips?
H Give me all the information you can.

I I bet you haven’t had students from here before.

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Let’s try to write an email.
Task 1: Complete the email with the words from the box.

Question 1 (a)
You received an email from your cousin, Kyle, who wants your opinion on something.
Hi Jeremy,
I hope you are fine. I am thinking of watching a movie with my friends, but I can’t decide what to watch.
Which movie do you think I should choose? Why do you think I should watch it? What can I learn from the
movie? I hope to hear from you soon. Bye!
Yours sincerely,
Kyle

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Question 1 (b)
You received an email from your cousin, Lina who asked for your opinion on a part-time job.
Hi!
School holiday is next week. I’m thinking of getting some extra pocket money by doing a part-time job. I
need you to suggest what job I can do. Why do you think it’s suitable for me? Most importantly, where is
the best place to do it? Write to me soon. Bye!
Lina
Now write an email to your friend in about 80 words. Write your answer below.

Part 2: Guided writing

Task 1: Read the model essay and write down the topic for each paragraph

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Task 2
Your class is discussing about spending your money wisely and your teacher has asked you to write an essay about
how you spend your money. In your essay, you should write about:

 The things you spend your money on

 Where would you buy these things
 How you save money when you shop

Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate phrases from below:

books and stationeries, personal help me in spending my money joined a membership program
care items

card members of the hypermarket have to spend extra on transport. through online stores

My monthly expenses usually consist of 1. _____________________________________, snacks and

entertainment. I usually get books and stationeries 2. _____________________________________ because they

tend to be cheaper. Furthermore, if I buy a certain amount I will get a free delivery. Thus, I do not 3.

_____________________________________.

As for personal care items and snacks, I usually buy them at a hypermarket. This is because the prices are

usually cheaper, and I can get all my things under one roof. This would save me time, money and effort. As my

parents are 4. _____________________________________, I sometimes get members’ discounts and free gifts.

In terms of entertainment, I like to watch movies frequently so I 5.

_____________________________________ at a Cineplex. As a member, I get some privileges including students’

discount and free tickers on my birthday.

These really 6. _____________________________________ wisely.

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Task 3
The History Club of your school has organised an educational trip recently. As the secretary of the club, you
have been asked to write a report to your principal about the trip.
 Include place, date of trip, number of people involved etc.
 Objectives of the trip
 How you feel about the trip
NO NOTE EXPANSION ELABORATION
.
Who/What/Where/ When/How/Why

1 place: State Museum The place we went to We chose the State Museum because we
was the State Museum. wanted to learn about the state history.
(Why)

2 date of trip The date of the trip was This date was chosen because it was a
15th June 2016. Saturday. (Why)

3 number of students The number of students All my classmates went. (Who)

involved involved was thirty.

4 accompanying teachers There were …… The teachers were …… (Who)

accompanying teachers.

5 transportation We used a chartered bus It cost …… (What)

to go to the museum.
It picked us up at ….. (Where)

6 objectives:
- to raise students’
awareness of national
history
7 -to encourage students to
know more about history

8 activities:
-exhibition of artifacts

9 -video watching

10 -quiz

11 your opinion of the trip

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Task 4
Your class has been discussing about your ideal holiday destination and your teacher has asked you to write
about your ideal destination. In your essay, you should write about:

 The location of your ideal holiday destination.

 The reasons why it is your ideal holiday destination.
 How you are going to make it a reality.
Write your essay using all notes and giving reasons for your point of view.
Question Answer Expansion Elaboration
Who/What/Where/ When/How/Why
Location of
ideal
holiday
destination

Reason 1
why it is
your ideal
holiday
destination

Reason 2
why it is
your ideal
holiday
destination

How can
you go to
your ideal
holiday
destination?

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