2015-09-06
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| What to say | Expressions to use | Example |
| Restate your opinion and give a brief summary of your reasons | In conclusion,… In summary,… To summarize,… All things considered,… I am certain that… | In conclusion, I am certain thatreducing food imports would have cultural, environmental, and health benefits. |
| Make a prediction or recommendation based on your opinion | should It would be advisable to… I would advise to… will probably is/are likely to… in all probability | What is more, the local economy should, in time, prosper commercially as the demand for local and regional products remains high resisting the competition from overseas. |
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Questions to ask yourself before writing:
Introduction
| What is the topic? | |
| What view is given in the topic? | |
| Do you agree or disagree with the view? | |
| What are you going to say in your essay? |
Main body
Paragraph 1
| What is your first argument to support your view? (Why do you hold this view?) | |
| How does this influence the situation? | |
| Give an example or fact to support this |
Paragraph 2
| What is your first argument to support your view? (Why do you hold this view?) | |
| How does this influence the situation? | |
| Give an example or fact to support this |
Paragraph 3
| What is your first argument to support your view? (Why do you hold this view?) | |
| How does this influence the situation? | |
| Give an example or fact to support this |
Conclusion
| Say your opinion again in different words | |
| Briefly mention your reasons in the main body | |
| Make your prediction |
