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For and Against

This document provides tips for writing a "for and against" essay. It explains that this type of essay considers a topic from opposing viewpoints in a balanced way. It recommends making a list of points for and against, using topic sentences and formal language. The structure should include an introduction stating the topic, main body paragraphs presenting arguments for and against with justifications, and a conclusion giving a balanced consideration and stating the writer's opinion. Useful linking words and expressions are provided to organize points and make contrasting arguments.

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For and Against

This document provides tips for writing a "for and against" essay. It explains that this type of essay considers a topic from opposing viewpoints in a balanced way. It recommends making a list of points for and against, using topic sentences and formal language. The structure should include an introduction stating the topic, main body paragraphs presenting arguments for and against with justifications, and a conclusion giving a balanced consideration and stating the writer's opinion. Useful linking words and expressions are provided to organize points and make contrasting arguments.

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“FOR AND AGAINST” ESSAY

Writing tips
WHAT IS A FOR AND AGAINST ESSAY?

• An essay on the advantages and disadvantages of some current issue.


• A formal piece of writing in which a topic is considered from
opposing points of view.
• You should present both sides in a fair way by discussing them
objectively and in equal detail.
POINTS TO CONSIDER

• Make a list of the points for and against.


• Start each paragraph with a topic sentence which summarizes the
topic of the paragraph.
• Do not use informal style (e.g. contractions,colloquial language
etc.) or strong language to express your opinion (e.g. I know…,
etc.).
STRUCTURE

1 an introductory paragraph
• you clearly state the topic to be discussed, without giving
• your opinion
2 A MAIN BODY
• the points for and against along with your justifications,
• examples or reasons are presented in separate paragraphs
• A CLOSING PARAGRAPH
• you give a balanced consideration of the topic and state your
opinion
USEFUL LINKING WORDS AND EXPRESSIONS

To list points/arguments:
• Firstly, First of all, In the first place, To begin/start with,
• Secondly, Thirdly, Finally
To list advantages:
• One/Another/A further/An additional (major) advantage of… is …
• The main/greatest/first advantage of… is …
To list disadvantages:
• One/Another/ A further/An additional disadvantage
• The main/greatest/most serious/first disadvantage…
• Another negative aspect of…
To make contrasting points:
• on the other hand, however, still, yet, but, nevertheless, even so,
• it may be said/argued/claimed that,…
• others/many people oppose this viewpoint/strongly disagree…,
• although, though, even though, while, whilst,
• whereas, despite/in spite of (the fact that),
• regardless of the fact that
• Opponents of … argue/believe/claim that…
• The fact that… contradicts the belief
To introduce examples:
• for example, for instance, such as, like, in particular, particularly, especially,
• This is (clearly) illustrated/shown by the fact that…
• One/A clear/striking/ typical example of (this)…
• The fact that…. shows/illustrates that…
To make a Conclusion expressing balanced considerations
and your opinion
• To sum up,
• All in all,
• Finally/Lastly
• In conclusion/to conclude
…it is my belief/opinion that
… I (firmly) believe/feel/think that …
… I am convinced that … Homework
… I am inclined to believe that … Is the internet bad for
… I (do not) agree that/with … young people?
(140-190)

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