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Beginning Writing - Short Writing Assignments

By Kenneth Beare, About.com Guide

Beginning Writing: Part II - Short Writing Assignments (continued)

These short writing topics are designed for lower level classes and give students an opportunity to write about a number of basic subjects including: studies, hobbies, travel, likes and dislikes, application forms, brief job descriptions, recipes, etc.

My Friend Tom

Here is part of a description of a friend. Read it and respond to the question.

Tom likes listening to classical music, but doesn't like jazz. He also enjoys traveling abroad. He speaks three languages; English, French and Spanish and often visits France in the summer. He is married and has two children

Now you write a short description of a friend (about 50 words).

My Home

Here is part of a description of a person's home. Read it and respond to the question.

There are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen and a big living room. In my kitchen, there is a big table with four chairs. On the table, there are usually some flowers.

Now write a short description of your home (about 50 words).

My Hobby

Here is part of a description of a person's hobby. Read it and respond to the question.

I like traveling because I learn about other cultures. I like trying different kinds of food and drinking the local wine. I think it is important to learn a few words of the country's language. I also like visiting museums when I travel.

Now, write a short description of your hobby (about 50 words).

My Daughter

Here is part of a description of a person's child. Read it and respond to the question.

My daughter is 3 years old. She likes playing with her toys. Her favorite toy is her doll "Maria". She likes fish and turkey, but doesn't like vegetables.

Now, write a short description of your child or a child you know (about 50 words).

Scrambled Eggs

Here is part of a recipe. Read it and respond to the question.

Take three eggs and mix them in a bowl. Put some oil in a pan and put in some salt. Add the eggs to the pan and stir. After 10 minutes take the eggs out of the pan.

Now, write a short recipe (about 50 words).

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