Read the rubric and write down the key words. Then, answer the questions

Comment on the following statement.

Friends are often more important than family.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?

Write 200-250 words.

1. What does the statement in the rubric mean?
   A Family may sometimes not be as important as friends.

   B Friends can never replace family.

   C Friends and family are important for different reasons.

2. Which of the following should you include in your essay?
   A Your views on whether friends are more important than family

   B Reasons why we should be careful when choosing friends

   C Viewpoints that contrast with your opinion

   D An explanation of why you don't agree with the opposing opinion

3. Should you use colloquial expressions and short forms? Why (not)?