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FREE CAE ESSAY SAMPLE 2015

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You have read an online article about changes in the types of subject taught at secondary schools. The article says that some traditional subjects may no longer be taught at school. Four of the subjects discussed are mentioned below, along with some of the readers’ comments. 220-260 words   Geography  ‘Why do we need to know the names of rivers and mountains around the world?’ History ‘It’s all about the past. At schools, we need to be focussing on the future.’ Write an essay discussing TWO of the subjects mentioned above. You should explain why you think these subjects   should   continue to be taught   at secondary schools,   giving reasons   to support your answer. ( Task from:  http://www.examenglish.com/ CAE/cambridge_advanced_ writing_part1.htm  ) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Pre-writing reflection/tips TIPS: Paragraph 1: Introduce + present your opinion clearly. Read task, it says

FREE CPE REVIEW SAMPLE 2015

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You are a member of a cinema society which regularly reviews new films in its newsletter. Write a review for the newsletter, describing the last film you have seen and saying whether you would recommend it to other members of the society. Your review should focus on the main points of the film and give the readers a clear idea of what it is about : 280-320 words Magic in the moonlight  "Magic in the moonlight", released in 2014 and directed by Woody Allen, is a whimsical romance film set in the 20s in the South of France. Stanley, an illusionist played by Colin Firth, is commissioned to uncover the charming medium Sophie Baker, played by Emma Stone. It all begins with the introduction of the main character: Stanley. He is a worldwide-known magician who can instantly make an elephant disappear and teleport his assistant from a sarcophagus to a pivoting chair. So magical are his tricks that his audience always remains spellbound after his shows. Standly  accepts a job proposal

CPE REVIEW Sample Tomorrowland

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A REVIEW : 280 – 320 words I watched quite recently an American science-fiction film entitled "Tomorowland", which was produced by Brad Pitt and stars George Clooney.  It was released in 2015 and set  mainly in Enchanted Kingdom-like theme parks in the USA. The film tells the story of a teenager bursting with scientific curiosity and a former boy-genius inventor, who embark on a dangerous mission to unearth the secrets of a mysterious place.   The story begins with the opening of "The Universal Exhibition" in 1964.  A young man comes to present his latest invention and somehow finds himself propelled into a futuristic town, to which only the greats inventors and  scientists have access. The plot follows with ups and downs as the main two characters  tackle a series of problems, living unexpected events which will forever change the face of the world and their own destiny.   The film offers a  spectacular insight of a futuristic world thanks to its  3D-effects, and i