Put expressions into writing

Use the expressions you find in something of your own.

Write a response to material you have read or watched. Draw on saved expressions, work through language hints, and choose wording that says what you mean.

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King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table
Task

What makes the stories of King Arthur memorable? Describe the world evoked in the introduction.

Context

The introduction takes us back to the days of chivalry.

Merlin's magic and the wonderful deeds of Arthur's knights make this world vivid.

Their Quest for the Holy Grail gives the stories a sense of adventure.

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Example written response and personal phrases

Go from recognising good wording to using it

Your source gives you a subject and language to draw on. Explain an idea in your own text, then revise the wording with help beside your draft.

From understanding to your own words

Read or watch at your own pace. Keep the expressions you need, then use them when you have something to say.

  1. 1

    Start from a source

    Open the material you want to respond to and explore its useful expressions.

  2. 2

    Bring your phrases into view

    Use relevant expressions from your personal dictionary as you draft a response.

  3. 3

    Write, review, and choose

    Work through language hints and decide which changes express your point more clearly.

Alongside your material

Your ideas, with useful language within reach

  • Find relevant expressions from your personal dictionary.
  • Ask about wording alongside your task.
  • Review grammar, spelling, and punctuation hints.
  • Consider suggestions for word choice and style.

From recognition to use

Have something to say about what you read

King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table

Discuss the world of King Arthur

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King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table

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Example conversation and personal phrases
King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table
Task

What makes the stories of King Arthur memorable? Describe the world evoked in the introduction.

Context

The introduction takes us back to the days of chivalry.

Merlin's magic and the wonderful deeds of Arthur's knights make this world vivid.

Their Quest for the Holy Grail gives the stories a sense of adventure.

Open the text and try it Open Writing in the text. An account is needed to do the task.
Example written response and personal phrases

Frequently asked questions

Does the tool write the response for me?

You write your response. Personal phrases and language hints help you choose wording and revise your text.

What feedback can I use?

The writing tool offers hints about grammar, spelling, punctuation, word choice, and style. You decide which changes to make.

Can I open the source without signing up?

Yes, if it is public. Sign in to create a personal writing task and save your work.

Find a source worth responding to

Open a public material, or sign in and bring your own. Start a writing task when you are ready to respond.