Introduction and tips (Writing essays)
* ANSWER THE QUESTION
* PLAN your essay
* REVISE your essay to correct mistakes.
* 4 or 5 PARAGRAPHS, with Introduction and Conclusion
* The first paragraph should be a general introduction to the subject
* Develop your arguments in the middle paragraphs
* Give reasons to support your argument
* Use a variety of discussive words and phrases
* Give examples where possible
* Use formal language
* Don't use contractions (we're, I've etc.)
* Sum up your argument in the final paragraph
* The final paragraph is the best place to express your opinion clearly.
Useful Phrases (Writing articles)
Presenting two advantages or disadvantages together:
* not only … but … also
* not only … but also
Presenting two opposing views:
* on the one hand, on the other hand
Expressing Contrast:
* nevertheless
* even so
* even though
* however
* in spite of
* despite
* but
* although
Expressing results:
* because of this
* therefore
* thus
* as a result
* for this reason
* consequently
Giving examples:
* such as
* like
* for example
* for instance
Expressing the opinion of someone else:
* some people say
* some people say that
* many people say
* many people say that
* people often say
* it is said
* it is said that
* according to
Despite of / In spite of
http://www.elearnenglishlanguage.com/difficulties/despiteinspiteof.html
Task:
Write your answer in 220 – 260 words in an appropriate style on the separate answer sheet.
You have listened to a radio discussion programme about facilities which should receive money from local authorities. You have made the notes below:
Which facilities should receive money from local authorities?
“Museums aren’t popular with everybody!”
“Sports centres mean healthier people.”
“A town needs green spaces – parks are great for everybody.”
Write an essay discussing two of the facilities in your notes. You should explain which facility it is more important for local authorities to give money to, giving reasons in support of your answer.
You may, if you wish, make use of the opinions expressed in the discussion, but you should use your own words as far as possible.
Write your answer in 220 – 260 words in an appropriate style on the separate answer sheet.
You have listened to a radio discussion programme about facilities which should receive money from local authorities. You have made the notes below:
Which facilities should receive money from local authorities?
- museums
- sports centres
- public gardens
“Museums aren’t popular with everybody!”
“Sports centres mean healthier people.”
“A town needs green spaces – parks are great for everybody.”
Write an essay discussing two of the facilities in your notes. You should explain which facility it is more important for local authorities to give money to, giving reasons in support of your answer.
You may, if you wish, make use of the opinions expressed in the discussion, but you should use your own words as far as possible.
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