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Organizing a Birthday Party for a Friend

The document contains a series of writing prompts and sample responses for students, focusing on different writing levels (6, 8, and 9+) for various scenarios such as organizing a birthday party, choosing between a zoo or a drive-in, and returning a borrowed textbook. Each section provides examples of how to structure the writing and use appropriate vocabulary and phrases for different proficiency levels. The aim is to guide students in crafting effective and contextually relevant written communication.

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Organizing a Birthday Party for a Friend

The document contains a series of writing prompts and sample responses for students, focusing on different writing levels (6, 8, and 9+) for various scenarios such as organizing a birthday party, choosing between a zoo or a drive-in, and returning a borrowed textbook. Each section provides examples of how to structure the writing and use appropriate vocabulary and phrases for different proficiency levels. The aim is to guide students in crafting effective and contextually relevant written communication.

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QUESTION 1:
In your school, one of your friends has been feeling down and demotivated. You take it
as your responsibility to cheer him/her up and do this via a Birthday party invitation.
Write to your classmates and talk about organizing the party. Please include

• the reason behind the party


• the location of the party
• discuss any other arrangements

You should write between 150-200 words.

Sample Level 6:
Hi Bob

How are you? I am doing good by the way. I wanted to ask you something. How about we throw a
party for Erica? She has been very down and needs to get something to cheer her up and I really
wanna cheer her up with this party idea. What do you think? I feel that the pub on Main Street
would be a great choice because she loves drinking and wants to eat wings pretty much all the time
we hang out. The pub has all that and I think she will like it And can you contact the rest of the
classmates for me? you can tell them that I want this party to be at the pub and that they should
probably be there around 7 pm on Saturday this week. Let’s all focus on erica that day instead of
ourselves. So please tell the friends that this party is all gonna be about Erica.

Thanks!

Sample Level 9+:


Dear Bob,

It’s been a while, hasn’t it? I am exhilarated with an idea that just popped up in my head about Erica’s
ill mental condition; I have the perfect fix!

I am assuming you already know; Erica has been on a rant lately on how she resents this country and
would rather go back. She evidently does not comprehend what she is missing here! As her friends,
let’s remind her that!
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How about we hold a party for her at King’s Pub on Main Street? Not only would it be an awesome
spot to loosen up, it will also be easy on our pockets when we treat her.

Could you go ahead and collaborate with the others and circle back with me regarding the time you
all come up with. Remember, to keep the spotlight of the party on Erica since we need to cheer her
up mainly.

Get back to me if you have any alternative ideas. I will be glued to my phone awaiting your response.

Best regards,

Johnathan Wilson
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Sample Sentences:

CELPIP 6 How are you?

CELPIP 8 How have you been doing?

CELPIP 9+ It’s been a while, hasn’t it?

CELPIP 6 I wanted to ask you something. How about we throw a party for Erica?

CELPIP 8 I am excited to share an idea with you. Let’s throw an amazing party for Erica!

CELPIP 9+ I am exhilarated with an idea that just popped up in my head about Erica’s ill mental condition;
I have the perfect fix!

CELPIP 6 What do you think?

CELPIP 8 What are your thoughts?

CELPIP 9+ I am dying to know what’s on your mind.

CELPIP 6 The pub has all that and I think she will like it

CELPIP 8 The pub has the needed facilities and that is what we need to cheer her up.

CELPIP 9+ Not only would it be an awesome spot to loosen up, it will also be easy on our pockets when
we treat her.

CELPIP 6 I want this party to be at the pub and that they should probably be there around 7 pm on
Saturday this week.

CELPIP 8 I am keen to know the timing you all set for this party. You can always reach back to me and
let me know.

CELPIP 9+ Could you go ahead and collaborate with the others and circle back with me regarding the
time you all come up with.
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CELPIP 6 So please tell the friends that this party is all gonna be about Erica.

CELPIP 8 I would need the focus to be mainly on Erica since this day is about her.

CELPIP 9+ Remember, to keep the spotlight of the party on Erica since we need to cheer her up mainly.

Sample Vocabulary:

BASIC ADVANCED

excited exhilarated

complaining ranting

good awesome

focus spotlight

idea came up idea popped up

new alternative

relax loosen up

choice preference

very down very desolate

hates resents
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QUESTION 2:
Your town’s local government wants to create a new entertainment facility for its local
residents. They have the option of either a zoo or a drive-in.

Write between 150-200 words and explain why your choice is best suited for the
residents and to make the best use of their leisure time.

Option A: the town’s government should build a zoo


Option B: the town’s government should build a drive-in

Sample Level 6:
In my opinion, we should build a drive-in. There are a lot of reasons for it.

Firstly, there will be a great chance to socilize and make friends and enjoy the movie at the same
time. These movies can also be a learning experience if they are educational movies. It also will give
the local shops and businesses around the area a lift as they will have more customers going to them
from the drive-in. These could be the nearby hot dog stands and the nearby coffee shops, etc. I don’t
really like the idea of the zoo because animals are innocent and they have rights and locking them up
for our entertainment is a very bad thing. That’s why, it should be banned and I will not support it.

Because of everything I have said in the above paragraph, I am very sure that it should not happen. A
drive-in will be the best for the local community.

Sample Level 9+:


Structure:
Intro-give your opinion
Body 1- defend your opinion
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Body 2- criticize the other opinion


Conclusion-rephrase your opinion
(try to use “for example”)

The choice between a zoo and a drive-in certainly presents a complex scenario. I opine that the drive-
in would have more pros over cons to it.

To begin with, drive-ins provide a top-notch opening for people to mingle with each other and foster
friendships. Furthermore, the experience is one of a kind. People are limited to the experiences their
cars provide; with the exception of road trips, there are not a multitude of activities individuals can
do in their cars. Watching a movie in the coziness of your car clears that dilemma.

Nevertheless, if the zoo was chosen, it will go against all basic moral codes. Considering animal rights
and their emotional well-being, it would be amoral to watch animals just for the sake of humoring
ourselves. For example, every animal in captivity is or has been separated from their families; if we
met the same fate, there would be an outrage.

Conclusively, with the welfare of animals in mind on top of the numerous advantages of the drive-in,
the latter is worth the consideration.
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Sample Sentences:

CELPIP 6 In my opinion, we should build a drive-in.

CELPIP 8 It is my belief that the drive-in is the best choice.

CELPIP 9+ I opine that the drive-in would have more pros over cons to it.

CELPIP 6 There are a lot of reasons for it.

CELPIP 8 Choosing between a zoo and a drive-in presents an interesting question.

CELPIP 9+ The choice between a zoo and a drive-in certainly presents a complex scenario.

CELPIP 6 Firstly, there will be a great chance to socilize and make friends and enjoy the movie at the
same time.

CELPIP 8 One thing to consider is that the drive-in would be an excellent place to make friends while
watching a movie.

CELPIP 9+ To begin with, drive-ins provide a top-notch opening for people to mingle with each other and
foster friendships.

CELPIP 6 I don’t really like the idea of the zoo because animals are innocent and they have rights and
locking them up for our entertainment is a very bad thing.

CELPIP 8 Choosing the zoo means animals will face unfair treatment, which is why I don’t support it.
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CELPIP 9+ Considering animal rights and their emotional well-being, it would be amoral to watch animals
just for the sake of humoring ourselves.

CELPIP 6 Because of everything I have said in the above paragraph, I am very sure that it should not
happen.

CELPIP 8 Keeping in mind what the animals will endure if the zoo is chosen, I believe the drive-in is the
best choice.

CELPIP 9+ Conclusively, with the welfare of animals in mind on top of the numerous advantages of the
drive-in, the latter is worth the consideration.

CELPIP 6 That’s why, it should be banned and I will not support it.

CELPIP 8 For the animals’ sake, the drive-in is a much better choice.

CELPIP 9+ For example, every animal in captivity is or has been separated from their families; if we met
the same fate, there would be an outrage.

Sample Vocabulary:

BASIC ADVANCED

firstly to begin with

great chance top-notch opening

make friends mingle

also furthermore

very bad amoral

because nevertheless

don’t really like do not delight in

very sure notably decided

a lot legions

finally conclusively
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QUESTION 3:
Last semester a classmate let you borrow an important textbook. You realize that you
still have the book after your friend has already gone back home overseas. Write a
letter to him/her. In your letter:
• Give an apology
• Find out if/when they need the book back
• Tell them what you will do to fix the problem

Your letter should be between 150-200 words.

Sample Level 6:
Dear Ella,

I miss you already. I hope you are having a good time home. I have some bad news. I just realized I
forgot to return your book before you left. I am so sorry. I did not know I still had it until you were
home already. I did not mean to keep it And I am sure you are missing it. I know it is important.
When do you need it back? Are you taking a class right now that you need it for? Please tell me what
the best option for you would be. I don’t want to cause any trouble. I can give it back to you in the
mail if you need. I would also be happy to give you the money to buy another one if that is easier. I
hope you can forgive me. I feel so bad about it.

Thanks!

Common questions

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The examples in Source 1 and Source 2 highlight the escalation in communication skills across CELPIP levels through vocabulary and complexity of expression. For instance, CELPIP 6 uses simple phrases like 'How are you?' and 'I wanted to ask you something,' whereas CELPIP 9+ uses more complex instances such as 'I am exhilarated with an idea that just popped up in my head about Erica's ill mental condition; I have the perfect fix!' This indicates a richer vocabulary and the ability to express nuanced ideas .

Vocabulary choice distinctly marks communication levels, with CELPIP 6 using basic words like 'good' and 'choice,' while CELPIP 9+ employs advanced words such as 'exhilarated' and 'resent.' The use of expressions like 'top-notch opening' versus 'great chance' or 'amoral' versus 'very bad' further delineates complexity, showcasing the progression from basic to advanced vocabulary to draw nuanced distinctions and convey detailed reasoning .

The document underscores ethical considerations in public decision-making by addressing animal rights in the context of building a zoo versus a drive-in. Ethical arguments prioritize animal welfare and critiques against captivity contrast with the ethical ease of promoting human-centric leisure activities like drive-ins, emphasizing a need for ethical reflection in public project choices for responsible community engagement .

The samples emphasize context in communication by tailoring the message to the audience's emotions and needs, as seen in the empathetic language used to organize a party for a friend in distress. The shift in language complexity across different CELPIP levels also highlights how context dictates vocabulary and tone, ensuring that communication is both appropriate and effective for the intended audience .

Interpersonal responsibility is emphasized through the proactive organization of a party to cheer up a friend experiencing emotional difficulties. The authors take responsibility by suggesting and organizing the event, highlighting the importance of supporting a friend by involving others and keeping the focus on cheering up the friend. The communication illustrates empathy and initiative, as shown in encouraging classmates to prioritize Erica's needs through collaborative efforts .

Communal support plays a crucial role in organizing a party, as it underlines the collective effort required to uplift a friend facing challenges. The emphasis is on collaborative planning, involving classmates in the process, and ensuring the party is centered around the friend's well-being rather than individual enjoyment. This collective focus ensures a more supportive environment for the friend needing encouragement .

The ethical considerations in the debate between building a zoo versus a drive-in center around animal rights. Source arguments against zoos highlight the immorality of keeping animals in captivity for human amusement, as it separates animals from their natural habitats and often from their families, which is equated to an outrage if experienced by humans . These ethical concerns are contrasted with the less contentious social benefits of a drive-in theatre, which offers communal entertainment without ethical implications .

Contrasting societal values are reflected in preferences for a zoo versus a drive-in. A zoo is critiqued on ethical grounds, stressing animal rights and the importance of humane treatment, showing value for animal welfare. Conversely, the drive-in is favored for promoting social interaction, community engagement, and ethical considerations, illustrating societal values geared towards inclusive and ethical leisure activities .

Effective strategies for resolving interpersonal conflicts over borrowed property include direct communication to apologize and seek the peer's input on resolving the issue, such as returning the item by mail or compensating its value if needed. This approach emphasizes accountability and respect for the other's preferences, fostering amicable resolution .

The argument structure for writing a persuasive letter about building a new entertainment facility is divided into an introduction, body paragraphs defending one's opinion, critiquing the opposite choice, and a conclusion. This structure enables a clear presentation of one's stance while engaging with counterarguments. For instance, advocating a drive-in centers on sociability and ethical arguments against zoos, with a concluding restatement emphasizing the benefits of the selected option .

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