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Students support each point with a reason and an example, add their own idea, treat the other side fairly and write a B2 First Part 1 essay.
Writing · Essay · Examples · Opinion
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Download all (ZIP, 2 PDFs)Read the essay a student wrote for this task: Should all students learn to cook at school? (Notes: health, time in the school day, your own idea). Are the sentences true, false or not given?
Many young people leave home without knowing how to make a simple meal. In my view, cooking should be part of every school timetable, although schools need to plan the time for it carefully. The main reason is health. Students who can cook depend less on ready meals, which are often high in salt and sugar. A good example of this is a basic vegetable soup, which is cheap, quick and healthier than most snacks. This means that a few lessons could change eating habits for life. It could be argued that the school day is already full. While it is true that timetables are busy, cooking does not have to replace other subjects. It could be taught for one term, alongside topics such as healthy eating. As a result, students would gain a practical skill without losing time for exams. Another point is that cooking builds confidence. Making a meal for others gives young people something to be proud of. As far as I am concerned, cooking lessons are worth the effort. On balance, I am convinced that every school should offer them, if they are organised sensibly.
The writer's opinion is clear in the first paragraph.
The second paragraph supports its main point with a reason and an example.
The writer does not mention the argument that the school day is already full.
The writer's own idea is about confidence.
The writer has taught cooking at a school.
The conclusion repeats the introduction word for word.
Put each phrase in the right group.
to illustrate this
it seems to me that
as a consequence
some people argue that
as far as I am concerned
it could be argued that
while it is true that
this means that
a good example of this is
I am convinced that
including
the reason for this is that
Complete each sentence with a word or phrase from the box. Look at the words after the gap and the punctuation. There is one extra word or phrase.
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Tap a gap, then a word, or type the answer.
Many school trips are cancelled a lack of money.
The school canteen now sells healthier food, fresh fruit and salads.
Sugar is added to many fizzy drinks. , a lot of children have far too much of it.
homework can be stressful, it helps students to remember what they have learnt.
Students sit still for hours in class. problems with concentration.
Learning a language takes time. my cousin, who studied Spanish for three years before she felt confident.
My opinion is clear: every student should learn first aid before leaving school.
Some people argue that exams are unfair. nervous students often do badly, even when they know the answers.
, the advantages of school uniform are greater than the disadvantages, so I support it.
A good point needs support. Match each point (1–6) with the sentence that develops it best. There is one extra sentence.
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…then its match
Each sentence from a student's essay has one mistake. Write the correction.
A good example for this is the library in my town.
It seems me that homework should be shorter.
Due to it was raining, the match was cancelled.
This leads to people eat more sugar than they need.
In my point of view, exams are too stressful.
While it is true that uniforms are expensive, but they save time in the morning.
Put the sentences in the right order: point, reason, example, result, then the other side. The linking words will help you.
A developed paragraph
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A conclusion that answers the question
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For each essay question, choose the best idea of your own: a new point that is not already in the two notes.
Should cities have more cycle lanes? (Notes: safety, cost)
Should teenagers have a part-time job? (Notes: money, school work)
Is it better to learn a language online or in a classroom? (Notes: cost, speaking practice)
Should schools have longer summer holidays? (Notes: rest, learning)
Write your essay in 140–190 words.
Exam task: Writing, Part 1
Tip: Develop every point: say why it matters, give one clear example, then show how it links to your opinion. Your own idea must be new, not a third way of saying one of the notes.
In your English class you have been talking about school and learning. Now your teacher has asked you to write an essay. Some people say that students should not be given homework. Do you agree? Notes Write about: 1. practising what you learn in class 2. time for other activities 3. ........ (your own idea)
Suggested minimum: 140 words
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0 words · aim for at least 140
Homework is one of the most common complaints among students, but should it disappear completely? It seems to me that a small amount is useful, as long as teachers plan it with care. The main argument for homework is that it gives students a chance to practise what they have learnt in class. A good example of this is learning vocabulary: words that are reviewed at home the same evening are often easier to remember. This means that lessons can move forward more quickly. While it is true that students need time for sport, music and friends, homework does not have to take up whole evenings. Twenty or thirty minutes is usually enough, and it leaves plenty of time for other activities. Another point is that homework teaches students to organise their own time. This leads to habits that are useful at university and at work. On balance, I am convinced that homework should stay, but teachers should keep it short and make it relevant to the lesson.
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