Chapter 2: Practicing English oral 2

As a member of your school's fund-raising committee, you have been chosen to address the school in order to give students information about a proposed charity walk, and to persuade them to take part. This is what you say to them Can you imagine coming home one day to find your house in ruins and several members of your family missing? This is what happened to a young boy called Paulo. Paulo eventually found his father, but his mother and sister were both killed in the recent devastating earthquake in South America. And then there is Maria. She lost her whole family in the same earthquake. The only other survivor was her pet Hundreds of other families have suffered in similar ways. The plight of these people is heartbreaking They lost everything in the quake and are now struggling to rebuild their lives. They need food, clothing. building materials - the list is endless And that's where you come in. Next Saturday, we are holding a 10-kilometre walk to raise money for the South American earthquake victims. The walk will start from school at 10a.m. and will follow a circular route, bringing you back to the school, where refreshments will be served for all participants. So, why should you take part? Well, three obvious reasons spring to mind: One, you'll be raising money for a very good cause Two, it's a brilliant way to get some exercise. And three, you'll have a great day out with your friends and it won't cost you anything. Sponsorship forms are available in the reception area. Get your families, neighbours, distant aunts long-lost cousins and anyone with a conscience to sign up to sponsor you for the walk. Let's see how much we can raise for this very good cause. There'll be a prize for the student who collects the most money - but really, it's all about taking part, and no matter how small the amount, every little helps. These people are desperate for our support.