Step 2 - Reading

Dear Abby
You are going to read a text about an advice column.

Assignment 1

Copy and fill in the grid (on your own) and discuss the answers in your group.

What information do you get from the text? (use key words)

Introduction

 

 

Letter

 

 

Response

 

 

 

Dear Abby
For those of you who have never heard of Dear Abby, Dear Abby is an advice column in the United States which is syndicated in many newspapers throughout the country. People from all walks of life write in with their problems — family, financial, but mostly relationships — to ask for advice from Dear Abby. Writers usually sign the letters to Dear Abby with a descriptive phrase such as "Hoping to feel better soon" or "Looking for an answer". "Abby" then replies to the letters with sound advice that is usually quite reasonable, even for very complicated situations.

Dear Abby:
I don't know what to do! My boyfriend and I have been dating for over two years, but I feel like he doesn't really love me. He rarely asks me out anymore: We don't go to restaurants, or shows. He doesn't buy me even the smallest of presents. I love him, but I think he's taking me for granted. What should I do? - Worried About Love

Response

Dear Worried About Love:
I think it's clear from your description that your boyfriend doesn't really love you. Two years is not such a long time to be dating, and the fact that he treats you like a toy he can ignore speaks volumes about his true feelings. Get out of the relationship as fast as you can! There are many more wonderful men out there who will appreciate, and treasure your love - don't waste it on an oaf who clearly has no clue as to your worth!