Discursive essays FOR AND AGAINST ESSAYS Lesson objectives

Discursive essays FOR AND AGAINST ESSAYS

Lesson objectives �Introducing the structure of the ‘for and against’ essay �Clarifying the difference between the for and against and opinion essays �Presenting linking words �Sharing the samples �Enhancing vocabulary and debating

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Linking words/More vocabulary … � To list advantages and disadvantages: One advantage of, Another � � � advantage of, One other advantage of, A further advantage of, The main advantage of, The greatest advantage of. To list points: Firstly, First of all, In the first place, Secondly, Thirdly, Finally. To start/begin with To add more points to the same topic: What is more, Furthermore, Apart from this/that, In addition (to this), Moreover, Besides (this), … not to mention the fact that … To emphasise a point: Indeed, Naturally, Clearly, Obviously, Of course, Needless to say To give examples: For instance, For example, such as To conclude: Finally, Lastly, All in all, Taking everything into account/consideration, On the whole, All things considered, In conclusion, On balance, For the above mentioned reasons, Therefore I feel that, To sum up …

Debate

Match the words with the definitions � 1. Inspirational � 2. Ingenious � 3. Collaborative � 4. Draw upon � 5. Stimulate � 6. Expertise � A. a high level of knowledge or skill � B. to encourage something to grow, develop, or become active � C. to start using a supply of something � D. skilled at inventing new ways to do something, esp. to solve problems � E. involving two or more people working together for a special purpose � F. making you feel full of hope or encouraged

Write a for and against essay/ Homework �B 2 VOCABULARY �Creativity is becoming an essential focus in school lessons. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and state your opinion. �Inspirational �Ingenious �Collaborative �Draw upon �Artistic temperament �Stimulate �Expertise �Focus