Requirements

  • 140-190 words
  • A neutral or semi-formal/formal style;
  • Using the notes given and 1 idea of your own for giving reasons;
  • A well organized and clearly paragraphed text.

Considering advantages and disadvantages

Structure

1) Introduction. Stating the topic.

2) Advantages

3) Disadvantages

4) Your opinion

5) Conclusion

Alternatively you may join the 4th and the 5th paragraphs and express your opinion in the conclusion:

1) Introduction. Stating the topic.

2) Advantages

3) Disadvantages

4) Your opinion + Conclusion

E.g.

Do you think the Internet has a negative effect on people’s lives?

Notes

Write about:

1) communicating with friends

2) news and current affairs

3) … (your own idea)

Sample essay

Useful phrases

Assessment