WRITING TASK 2

1. ENUMERATIVE

GIVEN: SITUATION
TASKS:
a. Discuss Advantage and Disadvantages
b. Discuss Problem and Solutions
c. Discuss Causes and Effects
ESSAY STRUCTURE:
I. INTRODUCTION (2 SENTENCES ONLY)

 It is thought by some people…

 It cannot be denied…
 Many/some people claim/opine/believe that...
 There is no denying that...
 It is often said that...
 These days.../ Nowadays.../ In this day and age...
 We live in an age when many of us are...
 People are divided in their opinion regarding...

II. PARAGRAPH 2 (DISCUSSION OF FIRST QUESTION)

 Topic Sentence
 1st Idea
 Elaborate
 2nd Indea
 Elaborate
III. PARAGRAPH 3 (DISCUSSION OF 2ND TASK eg. Solutions, effects, disadvantage)

 Topic Sentence
 1st Idea
 Elaborate
 2nd Indea
 Elaborate

IV. SUMMARY (-To end, By and large, To recapitulate, In a nutshell, All in all\
QUESTION:
The development of Tourism contributed to English becoming the most prominent lamguage in
the world. Some people think this will lead to English becoming the only language to be spoken
globally. What are advantages and Disadvantages to having one language in the world?

“It is thought by some people that English, which is now the most widely spoken language in the
world, may one day predominate over all other languages and result in their eventual
disappearance. Having one language would certainly aid understanding and economic growth but
there will also be some drawbacks.”
 2. OPINION ESSAY

GIVEN: A STATEMENT
TASK: TO AGREE OR DISAGREE

I. INTRODUCTION
 Rephrase the statement THEN your opinion

 In my opinion, I strongly agree with the idea that...

 I strongly disagree with the given topic...
 I think...
 My opinion is that...
 Personally speaking...
 In my view...
 I believe...
 From my point of view... (Not 'In my point of view')
 From my perspective...
 To my way of thinking...
 My own view on the matter is...

II. PARAGRAPH 2 (DISCUSS OTHER PEOPLE’S OPINION)

 Topic Sentence
 1st Idea
 Elaborate
 2nd Idea
 Elaborate

VOCABULARIES:

- A number of people suggest, Some people believe that, Some people argue that,
Other people believe, People usually argue…
III. PARAGRAPH 3 (DISCUSS YOUR PERSONAL OPINION/THOUGHTS)
 Topic Sentence
 1st Idea
 Elaborate
 2nd Idea
 Elaborate

IV. SUMMARY/RESTATE OPINION WRITTEN IN INTRODUCTION

 3. BALANCED ARGUMENT (Contradictory)

I. INTRODUCTION
-Restate the topic
-Identify your opinion
Example:
Q: Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of
sport facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little effect on public health and that other
measures are recquired.
“People’s opinions vary when it comes to how the well-being of the public should be promoted.
While some people say that sports facilities can contribute immensely to the improvement of
people’s health, I firmly believe that more should be done to ensure that every member in the
society is healthy.”
Other samples:
 Many people believe that… It is commonly believed that… It is often though that… It is
considered by many that… Some people support the opinion that….
 On on hand, On the other hand.

II. PARAGRAPH 2 (DISCUSS OTHER PEOPLE’S OPINION, view not chosen)

 Topic Sentence
 1st Idea
 Elaborate
 2nd Idea
 Elaborate
VOCABULARIES: A number of people suggest, Some people believe that, Some people argue
that, Other people believe, People usually argue…

III. PARAGRAPH 3 (DISCUSS YOUR PERSONAL OPINION/THOUGHTS)

 Topic Sentence
 1st Idea
 Elaborate
 2nd Idea
 Elaborate

IV. SUMMARY/RESTATE OPINION WRITTEN IN INTRODUCTION

 3.1 BALANCE ARGUMENT (THE WRITER CHOSES BOTH VIEWS)

I. INTRODUCTION (Restate topic then identify Opinion)

“It is thought by some people that the most effective method to get a good
placement is by completing University degree but it is argued by some that practical
knowledge and good soft skills are more significant. In my opinion, whether to have
tertiary education or skills depends on the type of job an individual aims for.”

Q: SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT PARENTS SHOULD TEAC CHILDREN

HOW TO BE GOOD MEMBERS OF THE SOCIETY. OTHERS,
HOWEVER, BELIEVE THAT THE SCHOOL IS THE PLACE TO LEARN
THIS.

“It is considered by many that parents should take the lead in transforming their
children to become responsible citizens, whereas others say that this is under the
exclusive purview of educational institutions. While I do not doubt the capacity of
either group, I highly believe that both parents and teachers should take active roles
in the formation of our young people.

II. PARAGRAPH 2 (DISCUSSION OF EACH VIEW, THIRD PERSON)

-Some people argue that…

III. PARAGRAPH 3 (YOUR VIEW ON WHY BOTH)

- To my mind,
- Nevertheless, I personally believe…

IV. RESTATEMENT OF INTRODUCTION

“ All in all, when it comes to children’s education, I highly believe that parents and
teachers are equally responsible.”
4. BALANCED ARGUMENT (PHENOMENON)
GIVEN: Phenomenon
TASK: Discuss whether the phenomenon is more positive or negative.

i. INTRODUCTION
ii. PARAGRAPH 2 ( DISCUSSION OF DISADVANTAGE/OTHER’S)
-On the on hand..

iii. PARAGRAPH 3 (DISCUSSION OF ADVANTAGE/YOUR OWN THOUGHTS)

-On the other hand..

iv. RESTATEMENT OF INTRODUCTION.