Answer — Exercise 2
4H - Letter to an editor·Solutions Advanced - Workbook
Question
Read the Writing Strategy. Then, for each paragraph of the letter (1-5).
Answer
1
- Not only is the proposal unnecessary ...
- But important as new homes are ...
- At no point have local people had the opportunity ...
- Only by protecting our woodlands can we ensure ...
- In no way does it meet the needs ... / nor is it sensitive ...
2
Paragraph - Informal word or phrase Suggested alternative
- I reckon - in my opinion
- loads of sites - many sites
- are a bit short of money - have little money
- pretty concerned - deeply worried
- it is rubbish - the disadvantages outweigh the benefits
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