ESSAYS

OPINION ESSAY

DISCUSSION ESSAY

TYPES

Agree / Disagree with the statement by giving your opinion from the beginning

For / Against Your opinion only at the end

use 1.  Explain your opinion and give reasons about a topic.

1.  Introduction (including your opinion)

2.  2 / 3 arguments to support your opinion.

3.  Conclusion paragraph

1.  Opinion expressions 2.  Full forms 3.  Linkers

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structure

language

STRUCTURE

PARAGRAPH 1

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PARAGRAPH 2

PARAGRAPH 3

PARAGRAPH 4

INTRODUCE the topic

OPINION = Topic sentence Give reasons and evidences to support your opinion

OPINION. Give more reasons and evidences of your opinion You should also include a contrasting argument

CONCLUSION. Summarize your opinion with other words (REPHRASING)

Comparing the present situation with the past

Asking a question

“The plane is the most convenient means of transport”. Give your opinion.

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“Will life be better in the future?”

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EXPRESSIONS OF OPINION

I think … I believe … In my opinion, … In my view, … It seems to me that … I feel strongly that …

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As I see it, … As far as I am concerned, … It is clear to me that … I am convinced that … I am sure that …

USEFUL LINKERS

To contrast points

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To add more points on a topic

However Nevertheless Even though In any case

What is more Furthermore Also Not to mention the fact that In addition to Moreover Besides

STEPS TO DO IT

1. Decide whether you agree or disagree.

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2. Make a list of your points and reasons.

3. Organise the ideas in well-structured paragraphs.

POSSIBLE TOPICS

1. Taking a gap year after high school is one of the best things you can do.

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2. Are teenagers nowadays ready for unknown future jobs?

3. Is it working from home good for workers?