Writing: Describe a Robot You Want
11. Writing Structure
Structure for describing a robot you want:
Introduction: What type of robot you want and its name.
Ex: I want a home robot called RoboHelper.
Body Part 1: Describe what it looks like.
Ex: It will be 1.5 metres tall and have a friendly face.
Body Part 2: Describe what it can do (using 'can').
Ex: It can clean, cook, and wash dishes.
Body Part 3: Describe what it can't do (using 'can't').
Ex: It can't feel emotions like humans.
Conclusion: Why you want it and how it will help.
Ex: This robot will help my family and make our lives easier.
22. Useful Language
Describing abilities:
- It can + V
- It is able to + V
- It is good at + V-ing
- It can't + V
Describing appearance:
- It has... (arms, eyes, wheels)
- It is made of...
- It is ... metres tall.
- It looks like...
33. Sample Paragraph
Sample: The Robot I Want
I want a home robot called HelperBot. It will be 1.2 metres tall with a round head and two long arms. Its body will be made of white plastic. HelperBot can do many things. It can clean the house, wash dishes, and cook simple meals. It can also recognize my family's faces and understand our voices. However, it can't feel sad or happy like humans. HelperBot can work 24 hours a day without getting tired. I want this robot because it will help my parents save time and relax after work. It will be the perfect helper for my family!