ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY For and Against a topic

ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY For and Against a topic

General expressions , phrases and linkers used.

INTRODUCTION • It has been shown that ……. . (objective statement) • The sight of ………………(strange scene) • Have you ever considered what life would be like without ……. . (address the reader directly)

MAIN PART ADVANTAGES • The main /first/most important advantage is …………. • One point of view in favour of ……. . • Some people suggest / feel that ….

MAIN PART DISADVANTAGES • The main/first/most important disadvantage is………. . • Another/ An additional disadvantage of ……. . • Some people are against ……

REASONS / EXAMPLES • For example • For instance • Such as / As a result • Therefore

CONCLUSION • If something is not done soon ……. . • Things would be different if ………. (give the reader sthg to consider) To conclude ……. . All in all, there are both advantages and disadvantages …… (Summarise)

Forum Module 3 Unit 3. 10 H/W task ex. 7 Look at the following photos and think of advantages / disadvantages of watching DVDs at home.

Look at the following ideas and decide which are advantages and which are disadvantages. • • Relax / cosy atmosphere Spend less money Don’t wait in a queue Not appropriate sound system Wait until film available on DVD Stay indoors / not socialise Chat / have fun with friends