Task 2

1. Read Nora's diary entry:

• Nora emigrated from Northern Ireland to the USA in the 1850s. She has just arrived in New York City.

ℹ️ Learn the new words with the dialog cards if you need help.

2. Do the quiz on Nora's diary entry:

• Choose your level:   

3. Write a letter back to Nora:

• between 120 - 150 words;  between 170 - 200 words;  between 200 and 250 words
• Write about these topics.

ℹ️ Use the sentence starters if you need help.

4. Give each other feedback in pairs:

• Use the following criteria:
  • Does the letter have a beginning, a middle and an end?
  • Is the letter easy to understand?
  • Did the writer ask Nora at least one question?
  • Did the letter show feelings (e.g. hope, sadness, kindness)?
  • Was the English correct and clear (spelling and grammar)?

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