Cover of the textbook On Screen B1+ - Student's Book

The key answer of exercise 3

The key to exercise solutions in chapter 1f - Writing for the textbook On Screen B1+ - Student's Book with authors Virginia Evans and Jenny Dooley from Express Publishing

Question

  1. Find the topic sentences in the main body paragraphs. Does each introduce a new topic? Which sentences support the topic sentences by giving examples, results, reasons? Which linking words influence the supporting sentences?
  2. Replace the topic sentences with other appropriate ones.
  3. Find examples of formal language.

Answer

  1. Para B: To begin with, going to work means that mothers can provide more income for the family. - Yes - example - For example, they can buy better food and clothing for their children. (For example); Para C: Secondly, working mothers are excellent role models for children. Yes - example - For instance, they demonstrate how to take care of children, the house and pursue a career. (For instance); Para D: On the other hand, working long hours means that mothers spend a lot of time away from home. - Yes - results - Therefore, they may miss out on quality time with their children. (Therefore)
  2. Para B: In the first place, working mothers are better able to provide for their family.; Para C: Furthermore, they set a good example for their children.; Para D: However, working mothers may be away from home a lot.
  3. full verb forms: e.g. they can buy, means, may miss out on; formal linkers: As a result, To begin with, On the other hand etc.; longer, more complex sentences: e.g. Secondly, working mother ... pursue career.; more advanced vocabulary: e.g. pursue a career, beneficial etc.; no imperatives