Structure

1. Introduction (stating the problem);

2. Main body

1) Argument 1 (examples, details)

2) Argument 2 (examples, details)

3. Conclusion restating your position.

Tips

1) Stick to the formal style of writing.

2) Do not use contractions (don’t, can’t, I’m, it’s).

3) Do not use brackets and exclamation marks.

4) Do not start a sentence with and, but,also.

5) Do not use informal vocabulary

e.g. informal nouns (kids, stuff), adjectives (cute), phrasal verbs (break up) etc.

informal introductory phrases, like well, to tell the truth, actually, anyway etc.

Replace them with neutral ones: really -> extremely, like -> such as etc.

6) Do not use commas before because, that.

7) Use commas after introductory phrases (Firstly, …, Besides, … etc.)

8) Avoid oversimplified short sentences.

9) Do not use sensational, overemotional language (hate, despise, stupid etc.).

10) Use passive voice to make the writing more formal (e.g. It is stated/argued that…)

Exercises