Writing an essay

Learn to write a strong essay! Understand structure, arguments, and linkers for persuasive writing.

What do you remember, what elements does a good essay have to have? Write your ideas below. Remember, how many paragraphs does a for-and-against essay have? 3 4 5 Paragraphs in an essay Connect the paragraph with the correct description. Paragraph 1: Introduction introduce the general topic, grab the reader's attention, write a thesis statement, use a general statement about the topic Paragraph 2: Arguments for write a topic sentence, write 2 or 3 main arguments for the topic, write supporting arguments (evidence, reasons, examples...) Paragraph 3: Arguments against write a topic sentence, write 2 or 3 main arguments against the topic, write supporting arguments (evidence, reasons, examples...) Paragraph 4: Conclusion restate the thesis, write your own opinion, write a concluding statement Remember to use linkers! They connect your essay and give you extra points! Take a look at this essay topic:Some people think countries should spend money on cultural heritage. Others think that money should be spent to improve lives. Think about and write down arguments for and against the topic on cultural heritage. Some people think countries should spend money on cultural heritage. Others think that money should be spent to improve lives. Countries often take pride in their cultural heritage and spend billions on protecting and promoting it.However, is it really a good idea when they could use the money to improve the lives of their citizens?On the one hand, it seems obvious that all cultures are worth protecting, since every country has something unique to contribute to the world.For instance, there are a number of unique languages in central Europe which are spoken by few people. These languages are important to their regions, and they should be protected and promoted, along with the art, music and traditions of these areas.On the other hand, the physical well-being of a country may have to be the main focus of its government. A country whose population lacks jobs, homes, medical care or education may not be able to afford to preserve or promote their cultural heritage because the population has more urgent needs.Furthermore, countries which are engaged in conflicts may not be able to focus on cultural matters.In conclusion, the current circumstances in a country may decide if they can protect their cultural heritage. Personally, I hope that there will always be individuals who can give their time and energy to preserving culture until circumstances allow the government to take over. Write down all the linkers from the essay above you can find. Think! Was this a good essay? Does the essay have all the main points included? What about the structure? Does the author argue persuasively? What about coherence and cohesion? Does the author use adequate vocabulary and grammar?- all the main points are included: the essay is on topic and it has both for and against arguments, the author has written his opinion in the last paragraph.- the essay has 4 paragraphs, each paragraph has a topic sentence and the author uses correct linkers to connect ideas and paragraphs. Each paragraph has a topic sentence and the author restates the thesis in the last paragraph- the author uses a short question to start the essay, the author includes a variety of adjectives and adverbs to emphasize his point- coherence and cohesion: it is easy to follow the topic and the paragraphs, they are connected by linkers- the author has an adequate range of vocabulary and an adequate range of grammar (he uses complex grammar structures such as the passive). The vocabulary and grammar are also accurate. Write a 250 word for-and-against essay on the topic:"Animal testing is necessary for the development of science" Chcek that you have included all of the points:- The first paragraph begins with general or factual statement, and ends with a statement that mentions both sides of the issue- The second paragraph present arguments for the topic and supporting arguments- the third paragraph presents argumnets against the topic and supporting arguments- The final paragraph includes a summarising statement and my personal opinionI have used formal languageI have used linkersI have checked spelling and punctuationMy text is clear and neat