Activity 2
Directions: Read the passages below and decide whether the author's purpose is
to:
a. persuade
b. inform
c.describe
d. instruct
1. When you arrive go to the reception. Give your name and your organization's
name to the receptionist
. Ask for your program for the day, Check your
interview time. Make sure you know which room it is going to be held in
2. Your bus monthly zone ticket will save you pounds on your travelling
expenses! Just fill in a form now and it will be yours as soon as we process
your form. Don't delay- save money today!
3. There may be some aspects of practice which you do not cover in your
present work, but from which you may be able to offer some evidence from
your past performance. You will need to discuss with your assessor what will
be acceptable.
4. It was a great party. The band was excellent and everyone was dancing,
There was a delicious buffet and the beer and wine flowed freely
Fortunately, it was on Friday and everyone could lie in next morning!​