Writing Part 2
Reviews Tasks

B2 First Exam

Practice Tasks: Reviews

Here are some more reviews that you can practice with.

You recently saw this notice on an English-language website called TV Watch:

Reviews wanted!

TV series

Is there a TV series which you watch regularly?

Write a review of the series explaining what it is about, why you like it and who you would recommend it to.

Write your review in 140-190 words in an appropriate style.

You recently saw this notice on an English-language website called TV Gold:

Reviews wanted!

ATV documentary I learnt a lot from. Have you seen an interesting TV documentary recently that you learnt a lot from? Write us a review of the documentary. You should explain what the documentary was about, tell us what you learnt from it and say whether other people would find it interesting too. The best reviews will be posted on the website next month.

Write your review in 140-190 words in an appropriate style.

You see this announcement on an English-language website.

Film reviews wanted

Which film have you seen in which something totally unexpected happened? Write a review of the film, describing what happened and why it was so unexpected. Say whether you think other people would enjoy watching the film, too.

The best reviews will appear on our website next week.

Write your review in 140-190 words in an appropriate style.

This is part of an email you receive from a friend in Canada.

I'm doing a project about how films can help people to learn about history. Could you tell me about a film which helped you understand a particular time or event in history? What made the film an effective way to learn?

Write your review in 140-190 words in an appropriate style.

You see this announcement in an online magazine.

The Latest Gadgets

Our new website is about the latest gadgets and we want your reviews! Write a review of a device you’ve bought or used recently. Your review should include information about the device, its features, and other relevant information. Would you recommend this device to other people?

We’ll use the best reviews in the next few days!

Write your review in 140-190 words in an appropriate style.

You recently saw this notice on an English-language website called Music Live.

Reviews Wanted!

A concert I've been to

Write us a review of a concert you've been to. It could be a pop, rock or classical concert, or one with a different type of music. Include information on the music, the place and the atmosphere.

The best reviews will be posted on the website next month.

Write your review in 140-190 words in an appropriate style.

You recently saw this notice on an English-language website called Book World.

Reviews wanted!

The best thriller I have ever read! Have you read a thriller recently that you think other readers would enjoy? Write us a review of the book. You should include information on: 

The best reviews will be posted on the website next month.

Write your review in 140-190 words in an appropriate style.

An online magazine regularly publishes reviews written by consumers.

Write a review of an electrical device that you bought recently. Outline its strengths and weaknesses, and value for money, with reasons.

Write your review in 140-190 words in an appropriate style.