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Writing a report

ISE I & ISE II

A report is a factual description of an event or situation. It includes descriptions and explanations, maybe suggestions or recommendations, but NOT the writer’s opinion. When writing a report within a Trinity exam, we might be asked to include our opinion, though.

The title: start your report by giving it a title.

Places to eat and drink for your group visit Introduction The purpose of this report is to describe the best places for your group to eat and drink in this area. I have visited a number of cafés and restaurants to check their suitability. Places to eat and drink There are many restaurants in the High Street but they are expensive and very formal. Your group might prefer the restaurants in the Old Quarter. Here, you can eat outside while admiring the buildings and enjoying the atmosphere. Two places are particularly good: 1. The Fountain is an extremely popular restaurant. The food is excellent and the menu includes typical dishes of this country as well as a variety of international dishes to suit everyone. 2. The Metro also serves very high-quality food and has a lively atmosphere. There is a band every night and customers can dance and join the singing. Conclusion I can recommend both The Fountain and The Metro. They are highly suitable for your group and they are in the Old Quarter, which is well worth visiting too.

Introductions: • • •

The purpose / aim of this report is to… This report is intended to… In order to write this report, I have interviewed / visited…

Making recommendations: • •

I have no hesitation in recommending… I can recommend… because…

1st paragraph: the introduction states the purpose of the report. You can underline each headline.

2nd / 3rd paragraph: paragraphs under section headings with factual information – can use bullet points, tables… percentages and statistics.

Conclusion: it summarizes the points listed. When taking a Trinity exam, we might be asked to include our point of view, even though a review should only include factual information.

Presenting a list: • •

Here are some of the advantages / disadvantages: This would provide the following (benefits):

Conclusion: • •

In conclusion, I think that… In my opinion, the best… would be…