B1 · Writing
Article
Lesson Handout
What is a B1 Article?
⚠ An article at B1 level is written for a magazine, school newsletter or website. It should be engaging, informative and organised into clear paragraphs.
Structure
Hooks — grabbing the reader
Useful linking phrases
Summary
B1 · Writing
Article
Worksheet
Name: ___________________________ Date: _______________
Identify the hook type (6 points)
1. "Have you ever wished you could visit somewhere completely different?"☐ question hook☐ fact hook☐ bold statement
2. "Did you know that recycling one glass bottle saves enough energy to power a computer for 25 minutes?"☐ fact hook☐ question hook☐ bold statement
3. "Social media is destroying real human connection — and we need to talk about it."☐ bold statement☐ question hook☐ fact hook
Choose the correct linking phrase (6 points)
4. Technology helps students learn. ______, it can also be a distraction.☐ However☐ Furthermore☐ As a result
5. Many students now take notes on laptops. ______, less paper is used in classrooms.☐ As a result☐ However☐ Despite this
6. Sport is good for physical health. ______, it improves mental well-being.☐ Furthermore☐ However☐ As a result
Write an article (8 points)
Write an article for your school magazine about why learning a foreign language is important. Include: a catchy title, a hook, 2–3 body paragraphs and a conclusion. Use linking phrases. Write 120–160 words.
7. [Open writing task — see instructions above]
B1 · Writing
Article
Answer Key
1. question hook
2. fact hook
3. bold statement
4. However
5. As a result
6. Furthermore
7. Open task — assess individually