Bonus Track - Writing a Review

What is the main purpose of a review?

• To describe your favorite hobby

• To share opinions and evaluate something

• To write instructions on how to do something

What should the introduction of a review include?

• Detailed personal opinions

• A summary of your main points

• Basic information about the topic (e.g., name, type, and purpose)

• Questions for the reader to answer

Which of the following tones is most suitable for a review?

• Formal and objective

• Informal and friendly

• Completely neutral with no opinions

• Highly critical with no positive points

What should you avoid in a review?

• Giving clear opinions

• Using specific examples

• Repeating the same idea multiple times

• Recommending or not recommending the subject

What is the best way to structure a review?

• Introduction, paragraphs about positive and negative points, conclusion

• Introduction, conclusion, no main body

• Positive points

• Negative points

What is the best way to make your review engaging?

• Use formal academic language throughout

• Include personal experiences and descriptive language

• Focus on technical details

• Write as briefly as possible

Which sentence is a good example of a recommendation in a review?

• This product exists, and it’s okay.

• I strongly recommend this book to anyone who loves mysteries.

• This movie is 90 minutes long.

• The service is not bad, I suppose.

Which is NOT an appropriate opening for a review?

• Have you ever wondered if this product is worth buying?

• This is a terrible waste of time and money!

• The film I watched last week was absolutely amazing.

• The car has four wheels, a steering wheel, and an engine.

Which sentence shows an appropriate level of criticism in a review?

• The staff were unfriendly, which made the experience less enjoyable.

• This is the worst thing ever, and nobody should use it.

• The service was not ideal, but the food made up for it

• Both A and C

What is a key feature of a good review?

• Including personal preferences without explanation

• Writing only positive or only negative comments

• Describing what the subject is and why you liked or disliked it

• Avoiding examples or details