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Discussion essay

  •  English    14     Public
    End of Term 02
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  • List 2 typical questions of a discussion essay
    What are advantages & disadvantages? | Discuss both views
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  • What is the function of the 1st sentence of the introduction?
    Paraphrase topic of writing prompt
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  • What is the function of the 2nd sentence in the Introduction?
    Answer question(s) given by the writing prompt
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  • What is the common phrase to start Introduction for "Discuss both views" essay?
    People have different views about ...
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  • List 3 synonyms/ paraphrased structures for "advantages"
    benefits | have positive effects | is beneficial/ advantageous
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  • List 3 synonyms / paraphrased structures for "disadvantages"
    drawbacks | is disadvantageous | does harm/ damage to
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  • How many sentences should you write in 1 body paragraph?
    5 to 7 sentences
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  • What is the common template for 1 body?
    Topic sentence - Main 1 - Supp 1 - Main 2 - Supp 2
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  • What is P-E-E-L technique in writing 1 body paragraph?
    Point - explanation - example - link
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  • What's wrong with this argument? "You should take care of yourself since it's your body"
    Never use YOU!
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  • What's wrong with this example? "For instance, 13,000 people have been infected"
    Using STATISTICS!
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  • Write the introduction for this writing prompt "Some people think that governments should give financial support to creative artists such as painters and musicians. Others believe that creative artists should be funded by alternative 
    People have different views about the funding of creative artists. While some people disagree with the idea of government support for artists, I believe that mo
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  • What would you write in Body 1 and body 2 for this prompt?  "Some universities now offer their courses on the Internet so that people can study online. What are benefits & drawbacks of this trend?"
    B1: Advantages | B2: Disadvantages
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  • Write conclusion for this prompt ""Some universities now offer their courses on the Internet so that people can study online. What are benefits & drawbacks of this trend?"
    In conclusion, there are possible disadvantages of online learning, it is still a positive development overall.
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