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What is the purpose of a discussion text?
To inform
To entertain
To persuade
To clarify
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It is expected that the reader has prior knowledge of the topic.
False
True
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A discussion text is very similar to a persuasive text.
False
True
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Both sides of the arguments MUST be provided in an unbiased manner.
True
False
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Providing evidence from reliable sources is optional.
True
False
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Your audience may or may not have an interest in the topic.
True
False
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The introductory paragraph should include...
provide a brief overview of the differing views and opinions
a statement of issue
briefly introduce the for and against arguments
All of the above
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You MUST NOT provide your opinion in the text.
True
False
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We mainly use the __________ tense in discussion texts.
present perfect
present continuous
present simple
past simple
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Firstly, secondly, and finally are examples of _______________ words.
signalling
contrasting
time sequence
None of the above
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"School uniforms should be banned". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.
Hooray! / Good Try :(
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"Screen time for children should be limited to 30 minutes per day". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.
Hooray! / Good Try :(
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"Should children be allowed to own pets?". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.
Hooray! / Good Try :(
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"Should school start earlier?". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.
Hooray! / Good Try :(
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"Should homework be banned?". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.
Hooray! / Good Try :(
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"Should swimming lessons be free for all children?". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.
Hooray! / Good Try :(
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