The Beatles

for English language learners

Writing


1. Write five sentences.


You could write about:
- the names of the group members
- where they come from
- some of their famous songs
- if you like their music
- if your parents like their music

2. You are John Lennon at 12 years old. Your teacher asks you to write about your family. Describe:
  • your father
    - the aunt and uncle you live with
    - your half-sister
  • You can find the information here
3. Imagine you are Paul McCartney. You have just met John Lennon for the first time at the Woolton Garden Fete.

Write your diary entry for that day. Use your imagination to invent anything you don't know. You could mention:
  • The Quarry Men and the music they played
  • John Lennon on stage - his singing and guitar playing
  • John's character (listen here for some suggestions)
  • The invitation to join the group

4. Write the dialogue for two scenes:
a) John, Paul and George tell their manager Brian Epstein they don't want Pete in the Beatles. Brian tries to persuade them against this decision.
b) Brian meets Pete Best to tell him the news. Pete Best wants to know why.

You can find background information here
This task can be completed as an individual or group activity

5. You are an immigration officer in Hamburg in 1960. You suspect that The Beatles do not have the correct papers to live and work in Germany.

Write a short police report on one of the five The Beatles in Hamburg.
  • Further information here
  • Details about Pete & Stuart here.
  • Use these headings:
Name* Age * Home City* Appearance
Personality * HealthStrengths * Weaknesses.
You can invent information but remember that you don't know the future!

6. You are Brian Epstein in 1962. You are looking for a record contract for The Beatles.
Write to a record company and 'sell' the group. Write about:
  • What each member of the group contributes e.g George Harrison is a great guitarist ...
  • The Beatles sound - what makes it different?
  • Why The Beatles will be a success.

Project/Webquest Topics


* The early life of John Lennon * The Hamburg Years * The Lost Beatles * Beatlemania * The Break-up

Speaking Activities * Listening * Songs

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