Task 1
Write a letter to your friend who you spent a weekend participating party regarding his relocation to new house. In the letter, you should:
· describe what you liked the most at their new apartment
· why you like the weekend
· when and where do you want to meet them again.
Dear Nancy,
I hope you're well. I'm just writing to appreciate the party last weekend and congratulate you on the new house again.
The location for your new apartment is perfect, only 5 minutes walking from metro station. I noticed most of your furnitures are made with ready-to-assemble design, which is smart considering you might need to move in one or two years. And the grande size of your study room definitely suits you as you love reading so much.
I was so happy that you allowed me to introduce hotpot to your friends, which is a very popular cuisine in China. It was so impressive that you actually enjoyed spicy food. I still can't believe you guys ate up all the food ingredients I brought to your party that day.
Why not meet at my house next Saturday? I can make you another traditional Chinese food, the dumpling. I know you've expected it quite a long time.
Speak soon.
Jumpy
Task 2
In some cultures it is argued that the old age should be valued, while in some cultures youth is more valued. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
People have different views with regard to the question of which group to value more, senior people or youngsters. I believe both groups are valuables to the society and neither should be neglected.
Older people are full of wisdom and experience that helps make rational decisions. If an actor has been in acting business for more than 30 years, he will earn more respect. The mistakes and achievements they made during the past years have led them to higher maturity level and most likely bigger success. Most people earn their wealth at a very old age, and that is exactly when they are ready to give back to the community. Some even choose to build charity funds in order to give money for people who need it.
The younger generation always draws more attention because they are so fresh and are expected to make a difference. There are certain careers involving strict age limitation, such as electric contestants, gymnasts, and some other sports players. To win the international games, besides the skills and body training, the sense of responsibility and obligation to our country needs to be developed even when we are just little children. It is often found easier to educate children revolutionary ideas than to elders. When we are young, we are more likely to explore something new and take risks.
In conclusion, both elders and youngsters are indispensable to our society for the respective roles that they are playing.
