Cover of the textbook Performer B2 - Student's Book

The key answer of exercise 6

The key to exercise solutions in chapter 2 - Writing for the textbook Performer B2 - Student's Book with authors Marina Spiazzi, Marina Tavella, Margaret Layton from Zanichelli

Question

In pairs answer the questions about the organisation of the article.

Answer

  1. There are four paragraphs.
  2. Yes, there is a clear introduction in the first paragraph introducing Ellie Goldstein and her significance as a model. The subsequent paragraphs develop her story, discussing her involvement in various campaigns and expressing her opinions. The final paragraph can be seen as a conclusion, reflecting on Ellie's impact and the broader trend of increasing inclusiveness in the fashion industry.
  3. The first paragraph sets the scene for the topic by introducing Ellie Goldstein as the first model with Down syndrome to pose for Gucci, highlighting the significance of her achievement.
  4. Ellie's opinion is expressed in the third paragraph, where she discusses feeling more positivity and the importance of individual actions in breaking down barriers of intolerance.
  5. The fourth paragraph expresses the writer's opinion by characterizing Ellie as an inspiring example and discussing the trend of increasing inclusiveness in the fashion industry.
  6. The tone of the article is formal.