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What expressions can be used to express opinion? Give examples.
In my opinion, I think (that)..., I (strongly) believe (that)..., to my mind, from my point of view, I reckon, etc.
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What linking words are used to open the conclusion? Give examples.
In conclusion, to sum up, in a nutshell, to conclude with, all in all, overall, etc.
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The writer doesn't have to give examples or details for every argument. True or false?
False. Every argument needs to be backed up by an example or a piece of information that justifies the argument or further explains it.
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Can the writer use 'we'? Why (not)? If not, how could he / she fix it?
No, because it's too informal. It could be fixed by using third person instead (people, individuals, citizens, etc.).
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How can the writer open an introduction? How can he / she close it?
You can open the introduction with a fact or general statement, with a reference to the past, etc. You can close it with a rhetorical question.
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The writer can express his / her opinion in the introduction. True or false?
False.
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What linking words are used to give examples? Give examples ;)
For example, for instance, such as, etc.
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Can the writer use contractions? Why (not)?
No, because they're too informal. The writer has to use full forms instead (is, are, cannot, does not, should not, etc.)
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What does the writer do in the conclusion besides summarising the main points?
Giving his or her opinion.
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What linking words are used to express contrast? Give examples.
But, however, nevertheless, nonetheless, one the one hand, on the other hand, etc.
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Does the writer have to show both sides of the argument?
Yes.
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What linking words are used to add information? Give examples.
And, in addition, moreover, furthermore, also, as well (as), what is more, etc.
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Can the writer be neutral in his / her point of view?
Yes.
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What's the paragraph plan that a for and against essay follows?
Introduction - one side of the argument (for / advantages) - the other side of the argument (against / disadvantages) - conclusion
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Can the writer use expressions such as 'a lot of', 'a bunch of', 'like' or 'stuff'? Why (not)?
No. Because they're too informal. The writer should use 'many' / 'a number of', 'a great deal of', 'such as' instead.
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