Specific Topic: Video Games and Gaming World

 Review #1: I think that the Asus Rog Ally is the most ergonomic console on the current market.

My opinion: I don't think so. The best ergonomic console on the market is Legion Go.

Review #2: I think that the current generation of consoles doesn't have much exclusivity or innovation.

My opinion: Neither do I. There are only a few exclusive titles compared to the previous generation.

Review #3: I believe that the most fun video games are the ones offered by Nintendo.

My opinion: So, do I. Nintendo is an expert at creating fun video games for the whole family.

Review #4: I think that between the Xbox Series S and the Xbox Series X, the best one is the Xbox Series X.

My opinion: Either console is good. Each one is based on the user's needs, such as their budget, space, and requirements.

Review #5: I think that live service games don’t care about the player.

My opinion: Me neither. They are games that only care about getting as much money as possible from the player.

Review #6: I believe that Xbox has the best service in gaming.

My opinion: So, do I. Xbox has the Game Pass service with many games for a low price.

Review #7: I don't like Nintendo games that are expensive and never drop in price.

My opinion: I don't like it either. Their games are always known for costing 60$.

Review #8: I like PlayStation games; they make you feel inside the adventure.

My opinion: I like them too. PlayStation games are known for having great stories and gameplay.

Review #9: I believe that the most recognized mascot in gaming is Sonic from SEGA.

My opinion: I don’t think so. The most recognized mascot in gaming is Mario from Nintendo.

Review #10: I enjoy platinating games on PlayStation.

My opinion: "I don’t like it either. Platinating games is usually stressful and takes a lot of time to complete."

Review #11: I like games with missions and exploration.

My opinion: I like open-world games too, like GTA, Watch Dogs, or Saints Row.

Review #12: I think Cyberpunk 2077 is an interactive game with a lot of details and a futuristic style.

My opinion: So, do I. The graphics in this game are too realistic.

Review #13: I think Dark Souls is a stressful game because you always lose.

My opinion: I think so too. This game is too difficult, especially because of the boss fights.

Review #14: I think PC is more affordable to play any game.

My opinion: I don’t think so. A PC that can run all games smoothly usually costs a lot, more than $1500.

Review #15: I don't like it when games are full of microtransactions.

My opinion: Neither do I. They make the experience feel pay-to-win. just like EA Sports games.


U1_Task: Agreeing and disagreeing

"The Man in the Dark Coat"

Last Friday night, something strange happened in our city. I was walking home from the library after studying with my friend when I saw a man in a dark coat standing near the old museum. He looked nervous and kept checking his watch. I had never seen him before.

Suddenly, he crossed the street quickly and entered the bank. That was strange because the bank was already closed.

—Did he break in? I wasn’t sure. I didn’t move—just watched from the shadows.

Ten minutes later, I heard a loud noise. It sounded like someone had broken a window.

—A robbery?! I thought. I took out my phone and called the police.

—Did he break the window?! —the officer asked.

—Yes! —I replied. —Then he ran toward the train station.

—He ran where?

—To the train station! —I repeated.

The police arrived a few minutes later, but the man had already disappeared.

—He disappeared, didn’t he? —asked the officer.

—Yes, he did —I said.

We checked the security cameras at a nearby gas station. The man was there! But now he was wearing a gray jacket and a baseball cap.

—He changed his clothes, didn’t he?

—Yes, but why did he do that? —I wondered.

—He changed his clothes?! —said another officer.

Later, we found out that the man had gone to the bakery, the supermarket, and even the city park earlier that day. At the bakery, he left a small envelope.

—He left an envelope?

—He left it where?

—At the bakery —I said. —Behind the counter.

—He was acting suspiciously, wasn’t he?

—Totally —I answered.

Then, the police found a strange map inside the envelope. It showed the subway station, the police department, and the fire station marked with red circles.

—He planned something, didn’t he?

—Yes, but what?

We checked more footage from the post office and the hospital. He had also been to the cinema and the bus station that afternoon.

—Did he go to all those places in one day?

—Yes, he did.

—He was searching for someone, wasn’t he?

—Maybe. Or maybe he was being followed.

The next morning, the police called me again.

—He wasn’t a thief —they said. —He was an undercover agent.

—An undercover agent?! —I asked in shock.

—Yes, and your call helped us stop a bigger crime.

—I helped stop a crime?!

But I’m still curious. Why did he visit so many places? What was he really doing?
Sometimes, I still see him at night near the bus station or standing by the city bridge.

He never speaks.
He just stands there... watching.


U3_Task A Mystery Story

1.	There is a bank next to the department store.

2.	There are attractions behind the department store.

3.	There are many stores across the street.

4.	There is a traffic light in front of the crosswalk.

5.	There are apartments on the right of the bus stop.

6.	There is a library between the post office and the parking lot.

7.	There is a hospital on the right side of the library.

8.	There are many trees in the park

9.	There is a shoe store between the flower shop and the bakery.

10.	There is a pet shop on the left of the barber shop.

11.	There is a bookstore next to the flower shop.

12.	There is a police box in front of the museum.

13.	There is a hospital on second street.

14.	There is a dental clinic on the corner of Main Street.

U1_Task: Agreeing and disagreeing

JUAN ALBERTO GRANADOS

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