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    REVIEW

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    The document provides a review structure and suggestions for writing a review. It outlines sections for the introduction, development, and conclusion and provides examples of language to use in each section such as describing positive and negative aspects. The document also gives tips for an engaging review such as addressing the reader and using descriptive words.

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    The document provides a review structure and suggestions for writing a review. It outlines sections for the introduction, development, and conclusion and provides examples of language to use in each section such as describing positive and negative aspects. The document also gives tips for an engaging review such as addressing the reader and using descriptive words.

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    REVIEW

    Uploaded by

    Sara Moreta
    The document provides a review structure and suggestions for writing a review. It outlines sections for the introduction, development, and conclusion and provides examples of language to use in each section such as describing positive and negative aspects. The document also gives tips for an engaging review such as addressing the reader and using descriptive words.

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    REVIEW:

    TITLE (usually the name of the place/thing being reviewed)


    INTRODUCTION TITLE, Six months ago I had the pleasure to participate…
    (1º paragraph) GENDER, Last weeked I saw… when…
    YEAR, I read this book when I was on my way to…
    SETTING. The last movie I have seen is… / The story is about…
    Say what you The novel tells the story of… / The film is hands down one of the best… (sin duda).
    are reviewing / It was released in 2004… / It was a nice surprise to find that the plot…
    some As well as that…
    background. …was even better tan I expected
    … didn’t present me from + ing…
    DEVELOPMENT Review some of the positive aspects. The band was fantastic…
    (2º y 3º paragraph) What I like is… / I was impressed by…
    Mention some weaker points. The book is terribly / beautifully written.
    What I didn’t like was… because… I think the book is…
    CONCLUSION Conclude with To conclude / Concluding
    (4º paragraph) your overall All in all / All things considered…
    opinions So if you haven’t joined it yet… / I would higly recommend you…
    If you ever get the cance to… you will not regret it.
    If you are looking for a Good…
     Can be a book, film, TV programme, play, etc and is meant to give both factual information and an opinion.
     Must have catchy TITLE.
     Depending on rubirk (target reader) it will be neutral or more formal in register.
     Resembles article, therefore introduction should state main idea/opinion of text.
     Avoid 1st person but make your opinion quite clear.
     Recommended structures: relative clauses and participle structures: set in 15th century medieval London, the film…
    Must include  A description/outline of the subject/plot, mention of type or genre, info about director/actor/awards/special
    effects/music, where the play is on, what channel the TV programme is on etc.
     Pros and cons: argumented opinion of good and bad features depending on task, can be objective / factual:
    The photographs were of por quality or subjective: The action seemed too violent; you can express strong
    personal opinion but be sure to give reasons.
     Verdict: summing-up and recommendations, give a clear opinion.
    Adressing the  Have you ever wondered (what the college would be like if)…? If the answer is (yes)…, you…
    reader  If you want a different kind of experience,… /As you know…
     Doesn’t it just make everyone feel (positive about…)?
     If you have a few hours to spare, …. Is worth seeing.
    Describing  Located/ Situated (just a few miles away from…), X is…
    location  Built (just next to…), X is… / Some minutes from…, X is…
    Giving your  X is intended for young(er) people…
    opinion  X is popular with (children)…
     In fact, (NEGATIVE OPINION) / It’s clearly been a good idea to…
    Giving  Throughout it history, X…
    information  X is by far the oldest.. / Y is the best known…
     What is particular spectacular is… / Recent additions/changes include…
    Giving practical  Anyone wishing to (apply) … can/should…
    information  (We) participate in … /organise… /run…
     (The club) offers/provides a range of (cometitive matches for)…
     One of the most popular (features of our club is)…
     Members have the opportunity to…/… are able to
    Accuracy  Never omit the subject pronoun: Many people believe IT is important to… I believe IT is a good idea study…
     Do not use unnecessary subject pronouns: This is a problema wich is essential to solve.
     Make sure the subject and the verb agree: Attracting tourists involves improving local facilities.
    Attitude clauses  Generally speaking…
    and phrases  Annoyingly… Naturally…. Strangely…. Surprisingly…. Evidently… Indeed… In fact… Admittedly…
    Presumably…
    Adjectives  Impressive-Gripping-Astonishing-Utterly Beautiful- Unexpected-Moving-Flawless- Hilarious-Stunning-
    Mesmerizing

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