Writing 2 Activity.docx

A lot of students are asking me, Sir, does essay needs to have a set format? To that I would say “NO”. As long as your essay has an introduction that mentions your stand, a body that explains your stand and a conclusion that restates your stand and provides some prediction or suggestion you are good to go. Let us look for some introductions 1) Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Many may say, and I agree, that today’s society has almost erased all its borders and soon will become limitless in what concerns travelling for both work and pleasure. Therefore, if this is to happen, then learning a new language its necessary. ( This would score 7 bands ) In the recent years, the world has seen an unprecedented increase in the number of people learning a foreign language. Some people claim that the reason to learn a foreign language is to travel or work in overseas countries. Conversely, others believe that these are not the only reasons why people should learn a foreign language; I agree with this statement. ( this would score 7.5 bands ) Learning a foreign language has many advantages including knowledge on diverse cultures, better job prospects, faster cognitive development, and effective communication skills. While some people believe that only reason we should learn a foreign language is to visit or work in a foreign country, many others opine that the benefits of learning a different language are not restricted on the job and travel prospects only. This essay delves with the both point of views. ( this would score 8 bands or above ) Discuss all the introductions in class, as none of them are the same and at the same time the content is also quite different.

2) Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? It is said that countries are becoming similar to each other because of the global spread of the same products, which are now available for purchase almost anywhere. I strongly believe that this modern development is largely detrimental to culture and traditions worldwide. ( this would score 8 bands or above ) It is true that the world is becoming a global village through an enormous development in the technology. People are able to get their desired items in every part of the world quickly and without any barriers, which I intend to be a positive step towards the global advancement. ( this would score 7 bands ) ( as here the focus is shifted on technology, which is not mentioned in the question ) Discuss the introductions in class and write your own introduction. An effective introduction should have three things, 1) paraphrase the question, 2) thesis statement and 3) outline, 1 st and 2nd are a must, if you are not comfortable writing the outline you can ignore it , but not recommended for general students. Look at the above example, If I would have to write it , it would be something like this:paraphrase: Countries around the globe are losing its uniqueness as the same item is available for purchase across the world. Thesis: I believe that this development is greatly beneficial to individual and companies who sell those products. Outline: Firstly, this essay will analyze the phenomenon has led to the rise in consumerism, thereby allowing different countries to attain economic stability and secondly, it will reflect on its profound effect on the creation of global village.

That is around 72 words. Here, if you are uncomfortable writing the outline you can ignore it and move towards the body. 3) Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for committing it, should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Write your own intro >. Sample: Fixing punishments for each type of crime has been a debateable issue. There are many arguments supporting both views, those for and those against fixed punishments. (There is a spelling mistake, outline is missing, and this was taken from an essay which scored 7.5 bands) 4)Successful sports professional can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. As a result of constant media attention, sports professionals in my country have become stars and celebrities, and those at the top are paid huge salaries. Just like movie stars, they live extravagant lifestyles with huge houses and cars. (7 band level, though only outline and thesis is mentioned) Now you try writing the introduction: Paraphrase: ( copied from the question using synonyms ) Thesis: ( your stand ) Outline: ( how will you support your stand ) All I want to say is that, introduction is important but not that much that you spend 15 minutes thinking and writing about it and if you have strong content you will score. Just make sure thesis (your opinion) and paraphrasing is there. Cheers…..