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Description of an object

A description is a short, informal text usually written to a friend or a relative.

When writing a description, always include:

• How to use it: it functions by touching the screen

Things to do with it: You can contact with people very far away, you can also watch videos on it.

Cost and where you can find it: this Smartphone costs $350 and you can find it in any store, including the supermarket.

• Nowadays, we are always trying to be in contact with others. That's why we need a device to do it.

A Smartphone is an intelligent mobile phone that performs many of the functions of a computer by touching its screen.

You can communicate with people who are far away, take pictures and watch videos among other functions.

Smartphones contain a camera, so if you are a social network user, it is very easy to upload your picture.

Task

Describe an object you use everyday.

• Explain how to use it.

• Describe the things you can do with it.

Write its price and where you can buy it.

• You can surf on the internet and search information, too.

• A Smartphone costs between 50.000 and 1.000.000 and comes with a 2-year guarantee.

You can buy a Smartphone at any electronics or department store,even in supermarkets.

If you buy one, you are going to get a special price for every accessory you want to buy. You should buy one!

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