Page 9 - Journeys B1 (Workbook)

Being Socıable 1

ou’ll learn something new

I didn’t know anything about Argentina before
I started writing to Martina. She loves being
outside and often goes hiking in the Andes
mountains. She tells me all about the animals
she sees there such as llamas and monkeys, and
also about the villages and the people who live
there. I tell her about life in the UK, too.

ravel opportunities

My e-pal plans to visit the UK next year, and
we are going to meet up in London. I also love
travelling abroad, and I hope to go visit her in
Argentina one day. You can go and stay with
your e-pal and save money on expensive hotels
E. Read the text again and answer the questions.
and tour guides.
1. Why do parents think e-pals are a good
idea?
friend for life 2. What has the writer learnt about Argentina

from his e-pal?
You don’t see your e-pal face-to-face, but
3. How can an e-pal help you to save money?
you can still develop an amazing friendship
by writing. An e-pal is another person you can 4. How is an e-pal different from a friend you
talk to about your problems, about school and see every day?
all the things you care about. When you write 5. Where does the writer like reading emails
letters, you have to think carefully about what from their e-pal?
you want to say, and what’s more, your e-pal
won’t get jealous when you spend time with F. Discuss with a partner.
other friends instead of them.
Would you like an e-pal? What would you tell
your e-pal about life in your country?
t makes you happy

Finally, one of my favourite things is seeing a
notification that I have an email from my e-pal.
I grab a coffee and find a comfortable place to
enjoy reading my letter peacefully and calmly.

I hope this is enough to encourage you to get
an e-pal. But remember, don’t trust everyone
you meet online. Ask your teacher to help you
to find an e-pal safely.

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