In my opinion, schools should place more emphasis on teaching practical skills rather than only academic subjects. Many students leave school without knowing how to manage their money, find a job, or solve real-life problems. For example, classes about financial literacy or communication skills would prepare young people for everyday challenges much better than memorising facts for tests. Of course, theoretical knowledge is still important, but it should be connected to real situations. If schools combined theory with practice, students would feel more motivated and confident when they enter the workplace.

___ It doesn’t rain very often in summer or winter. The sun usually shines all day. In winter, it can get cold in the desert, but in summer it is hot in the desert and in the cities. I love hot weather.

______ A short paragraph can be about four sentences long as you only need a few facts to support your argument. If you are developing a complex idea or argument, then your paragraph may be longer. For example, a long paragraph could have up to ten sentences. Therefore, you should aim to write paragraphs that are between four and ten sentences in length.

1. So everyone should try to do sport because it is good for you.
2. I also like running and cycling in a group.
3. Firstly, you learn to work in a team, and it helps you to be more confident.
4. Sport also keeps you fit and healthy.
5. For example, I play basketball a lot, and I like it because I enjoy team games.
6. So, you can see I enjoy many sports.

Sam is my best friend. I met him at school when we were seven. We were in the same class for ten years! After school, I went to college and Sam started working in a bank. Now he lives in a different city but we see each other every month. _______