Writing bank Useful linkers in for-and-against essays Sequencing arguments First of all, Firstly, Secondly, Lastly, Finally, Adding arguments Making contrasts However, Despite the fact that … In contrast, On the one hand, on the other hand
Task Write an essay giving arguments for and against this statement. Use around 170 words. Social media is becoming more important than face-to-face communication among teenagers. Parents should restrict access to social media. Prepare 3 Read the statement and make notes about it. 1 Write one sentence outlining the statement.
Concluding
Futhermore, In addition, What’s more, Besides,
In conclusion, To sum up,
2 Write two arguments for and two arguments against the statement.
4 Use this paragraph plan to help organise your essay. Paragraph 1: Introduction: Give a brief outline of the issue.
Paragraph 2: Present arguments in favour of the statement. Give examples. Paragraph 3: Present arguments against the statement. Give examples. Paragraph 4: Conclusion: summarise your main arguments and say what your opinion is. Write 5 Write your for-and-against essay. Use your notes, the paragraph plan, the writing model on the opposite page and the Writing bank to help you.
Check 6 Read your essay and complete the checklist. 1 I used different paragraphs for the introduction to the topic, the arguments for and against, and the conclusion. 2 I discussed the arguments in a balanced way. 3 I used suitable words and expressions to introduce and link my ideas. 4 I gave reasons and examples to support my ideas. 5 I summarised my ideas and given my opinion in the conclusion.
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