FL2 essay lesson 4 p76

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Essay writing lesson 4             

At the end of this lesson, you will:

- know where you can find samples 

for the essay

- know how to structure an essay

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Reminder

Get your essay!

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What was the format?

How many paragraphs?

What kind of language should you use and not use?

Important

Essay

Purpose: Argue or discuss a topic

Tone: Formal, logical

Structure: Introduction → Main body (2–3 points) → Conclusion

What tip did I 

give you?

Check your own

- Have I answered the question?

- Did I add enough info (3rd point)?

- Style

- Linking words

- Vocab: synonyms, better words

- Grammar: mistakes, more complex?

- Spelling

Sample introduction

Nowadays, the environment is facing many problems such as pollution, climate change, and too much waste. Some people believe that recycling waste is the best way to improve our environment. I agree that recycling is important, but I think there are also other ways that can help even more.

Clear topic intro

reference to question

opinion

Sample first paragraph

First of all, recycling waste is quite easy for most people. In many cities and towns, there are special bins for plastic, glass, paper, and organic waste. People just need to separate their rubbish correctly. In some places, you can even earn money by recycling bottles and cans. This makes recycling simple and encourages more people to do it.

use of examples

linking words

broader that personal experience, different places

Sample second paragraph

Secondly, recycling is very useful for protecting the environment. When we recycle, we use less raw material and save natural resources like trees, water, and energy. For example, recycling paper helps to save forests. Also, it reduces the amount of trash that goes to landfills, which means less pollution and cleaner air and water.

explanation

examples

linking words

Sample own opinion

However, in my opinion, recycling is not the best way to improve the environment. I believe that reducing waste in the first place is even more important. For example, people can use reusable bags, bottles, and containers instead of single-use plastic. Factories and companies should also try to make products with less packaging. If we create less waste, we don’t need to recycle so much.

Personal idea is clear

balanced arguments

practical

Sample conclusion

In conclusion, recycling is easy and useful, and it definitely helps the environment. But I think reducing the amount of waste we produce is even better. If everyone makes small changes in their daily life, we can make a big difference for our planet.

summarizes main point

strong closing sentence

matches with intro

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Essay writing lesson 4             

At the end of this lesson, you will:

- know where you can find samples 

- know how to structure an essay

On post-it:

1 Your name

2 The structure of an essay

3 Important things to write in an essay

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Your next essay

Some people think that doing sports is the best way to stay healthy. 

What do you think?

Write an essay discussing this statement using 140-190 words

You should also write about:

• How doing sports helps people stay healthy
• Other ways people can stay healthy
• Give your opinion with reasons and examples.