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Part 2
Extra writing tasks — Opinion

Four practice tasks. State a view, defend it with reasons and examples, and answer the other side.

Opinion

Before you start — what this text type needs

State your opinion clearly in the topic sentence. Give 2–3 reasons, each with an example. Use because and as a result. Acknowledge the other side with Although or However. Suggest a solution before your conclusion.

1

Should students be required to wear a school uniform?

Opinion

Should students be required to wear a school uniform? Give your opinion and reasons in a paragraph of at least 130 words.

One paragraph · three parts · minimum 130 words.

My plan Notes first — then write.

My paragraph

0 / 130 words

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2

Is it better to live in a big city or a small town?

Opinion

Is it better to live in a big city or a small town? Give your opinion and reasons in a paragraph of at least 130 words.

One paragraph · three parts · minimum 130 words.

My plan Notes first — then write.

My paragraph

0 / 130 words

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3

Should students be allowed to use mobile phones during lessons?

Opinion

Should students be allowed to use mobile phones during lessons? Give your opinion and reasons in a paragraph of at least 130 words.

One paragraph · three parts · minimum 130 words.

My plan Notes first — then write.

My paragraph

0 / 130 words

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4

Is it better to study alone or to study in a group?

Opinion

Is it better to study alone or to study in a group? Give your opinion and reasons in a paragraph of at least 130 words.

One paragraph · three parts · minimum 130 words.

My plan Notes first — then write.

My paragraph

0 / 130 words

Nothing is saved automatically. Copy or save your paragraph before you close this tab — only your own writing is saved, not the exercises.