1. Deltion College Engels B1 Schrijven [Edu/002]
thema: Offered, a brand new ……
can-do : kan een korte, eenvoudige advertentie opstellen

2. SBU: 1 Eindprodukt: a. draft and finished text of an advert Nodig: woordenboek

3. Je hebt deze opdracht naar behoren uitgevoerd als je een redelijk correcte advertentie kunt opstellen waarin je iets te koop aanbiedt.

4. Situation
You own something rather rare. Because you desperately need some money, you are going to offer this item for sale. Since you expect to get much more for it when you offer the item worldwide, you decide to advertise internationally, on the net, in English.
Write an advert of approx. 70 words.
Up for auction is a 1960s DINKY TOY cat. # 981

5. Assignment:
Decide which item you would like to sell.
Write down a few of its key features or characteristics.
Write a draft (= a rough version).
If necessary, find more information about your rare item and its value on internet.
Write your advert.
Ask another student to read it when finished. Revise, if necessary.
Finally, hand in your draft and finished ad to your teacher for a final evaluation.

6. Assignment for 1 student no teamwork no roleplay
Tip:lees eerst de volgende instructies

7. Description of goods
avoid abbreviations as they can confuse readers, especially non-English speakers.
Mention your price and which currency is acceptable
- e.g. US$80;  164,000 Italian Lira;  555 South African rand.
your address
- you can add other contact information such as a telephone/fax number if you wish, but it is not mandatory.

8. the Country you are in
 - prospective buyers may want to see the item  before buying.
We may also list adverts according to the country.
If you are placing a free advert, please type
'Free Advert' in the Subject box of your . Put all of your text in the .
Do not send any attachments as we will not open them. We do not normally acknowledge receipt as you will see your advert on-line usually in a week. 

9. 1. Example:
This is a set of four "BEATLES" Plates. #1 is titled: The Beatles "Live in Concert". #2 is titled: "Sgt Pepper: The 25th Anniversary". #3 is titled: "All You Need Is Love" #4 is titled: "Hey Jude" This is a limited edition and they are numbered. # C. # B # D # A. These plates show the Beatles in various stages of their fabulous career. The Plates are in excellent condition with no nicks or scratches. HAPPY BIDDING!
I can be reached at telephone no but you may also send me a bid by mail!

10. Example:
Old Camera Chain 1. Back in the 50's, it was considered stylish to carry your camera on a chain. Those old Vitessas and Retinas had to get heavy after a short time of hanging around your neck with this chain cutting into you. Ouch. What we will do for style. This chain is 36 inches long and in excellent condition.
There is No Reserve on this item. SHIPPING TERMS: Buyer agrees to prepay within 10 days, and add $2.00 for S&H (padded envelope) in the U.S. If you are not in the U.S., please contact me for correct shipping charges.

11. Useful vocabulary for describing the colours
of items in more detail ; a possible list, to be extended at wish!
Navy blue
Multi-coloured
Reddish
Dark brown
Sea green
Lavender
Lilac
Mauve
Pure white
Mottled blue
Shocking pink
Bronze
Maroon
Charcoal grey
Steel blue
lemon
What is your favourite colour for
each of the items below?
A. cars
B. team sports kit
C. soap
D. personal writing paper
E. front doors
F. armchairs
G. sheets
H. handbags
I. swimming costumes
J. dinner plates
K. toothbrushes
L. ink in a biro or felt-tip pen
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