Task 1 (Letter) –
You have forgotten a package at the bus stop. Write a letter to the bus stop authorities. You should say:
– What that package was?
– Where you could have forgotten it?
– Ask where you can collect it from?
Dear Sir,
I am Anna, a resident of Unit 12, 23rd Avenue, Surrey. I am writing to inquire about a package which I believe I had left at bus stop no. 234 yesterday. The package is a rectangular cardboard box that weighs approximately 7 to 8 kilograms. It is wrapped in brown paper and secured with a clear tape. Unfortunately, it does not have my personal information on it for you to contact me.
I believe I left it at the bus stop near Surrey Central Station at around 2 o’clock in the afternoon. While waiting for bus no. 321 in front of the shopping mall, it is possible I left the package on the bench when I boarded the bus. The package contains my diploma, transcripts, and other certificates, which I had received from my college yesterday only. This is very important to me, as I spent one and a half year earning these credentials.
Could you please check if such a package has been found? If so, I would be grateful if you could inform me when and from where I can collect it. You can contact me at 672-833-8633, or by email at taqdeergrewal18633@gmail.com. I can provide further identification or proof of ownership if required.
Thank you once again. I look forward to hear from you soon.
Yours sincerely,
Anna
Task 2 (Essay) –
Some youngsters continue living with their parents even till the age of 30. What can be the advantages and disadvantages of this trend. Give examples from your experience.
It is irrefutable to say that parents are backbone not for all but for many children, whether it is good or bad situation. Therefore, young generation is giving preference to live with their parents until the age of 30. So, this essay will shed light on both merits and demerits of this trend in following paragraphs along with some relevant examples.
The most preponderant benefit of living with parents is financial stability because one need not pay rent or mortgage. Hence, young adults can save money, pay off loans and invest in their future. For example, many young professionals use this opportunity to build an emergency fund or start a business. Additionally, the emotional support and family bonding is another crucial merit, as living with parents can provide a sense of security and comfort, allowing young people to focus on their career and personal growth. Because of close family relations, parents and children can spend quality time together and share life experiences.
However, as every rose has a thorn, similarly this trend has some drawbacks such as lack of independence and personal growth, as young adults living with their parents may not develop essential life skills like managing household responsibilities, cooking and budgeting, which is not good for them. Apart from it, in some societies, living with parents beyond a certain age can be viewed as unconventional or embarrassing. As a result, it may lead to feeling of inadequacy or low self- esteem among young generation, causing delayed adulthood.
It can be reiterated that living with parents even till the age of 30 has ample of benefits such as financial stability, and emotional support and family bonding in life to live with full security and comfort. However, the disadvantages of this development should not be neglected for personal growth and adequate independency.