An essay about women in science Learn how to write an essay that suggests reasons for and solutions to a problem. © 2019 British Council www.britishcouncil.org/learnenglish Writing: C1 BEFORE READING Do the preparation task first. Then read the text and tips and do the exercises. Complete the sentences with the following words and phrases: a wareness- path -skills- model -opportunities- education 1. Working together on science projects helps children develop social skills 2. Many countries are concerned about equal opportunities in science. 3. Many toys for young children help to develop their dexterity and spatial awareness . 4. Science offers many different types of career path. 5. The number of women studying science in higher education needs to be increased. 6. A good teacher is an adviser, mentor and role model for their students. AFTER READING Task 1 Are the sentences true or false? Answer 1. The writer answers both parts of the question . TRUE 2. The in