An advertisement for a Gadget
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Title
Think of a catchy title, e.g. 'Save Time and Energy'.
What problems does the gadget solve? What does it do?
The problem: Does it take you ages to get to school? Are you tired of carrying heavy bags back from the shops?
The solution: Here is the perfect solution for you: the Segway Human Transporter. The Segway will change your life and make your journey to work good fun, too.
What are the advantages of the gadget?
(design/materials/uses/convenience, etc.) It has only got two wheels plus ... The Segway is easy to use and ... One user has said ... It is very convenient and practical ... It weighs only ... It is easy to carry ... Its maximum speed is ... Its electric battery also has a range of ... It's safe, too, and ... The Segway is very useful for journeys around your town ... it doesn't cause any pollution either!
How much is it? How can you get it?
The Segway is a bargain at only $3,000. Contact ... for more information about... !
Linking (Addition)
It is made of good quality plastic and has an attractive, modern design, too. It has a reliable electric motor plus a small computer. It also weighs only ten kilos. It isn't expensive, either.
Useful Vocabulary
Expressions: Here is the perfect solution to all your problems./You can use the ... to …/It is made of .../It is good quality .../It is a bargain at only .../It is excellent value at...
Adjectives: amazing, attractive, automatic, brilliant, cheap, compact, convenient, durable, easy (to use, carry, etc.), exciting, fantastic, modern, perfect, pollution-free, relaxing, reliable, useful
Materials: glass, gold, metal, nylon, plastic, silver, wood Objects: battery, bracelet, cables, camera, computer, earrings, electric motor, headphones, solar-powered battery, stereo system
Checking
Content: Is your advert convincing? Can you add any useful information about it? Can you add any adjectives to describe your gadget?
Mistakes: Check your letter for simple mistakes.