Lesson Worksheet

Direct Question Essays

Read the task 2 question below and do the exercises which follow.

Exercise 1. Read the description of someone describing a possible plan for

the task. Decide whether the writer is planning:

a. a positive

b. a negative

or c. a negative and positive answer.

I’m going to write an introduction saying that it is a negative

development. My second paragraph will discuss the positive aspect(s) of
the sciences and business studies. Then, I’m going to contrast this with
two paragraphs showing the negative side of studying the arts, followed
by a conclusion.

Exercise 2. Write an introduction, topic sentences and a conclusion

supporting the development in the statement in the writing task in exercise 1.

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● Introduction:

● Topic sentences:

● Conclusion:

Exercise 3. The text below is an extract from an model answer to the Task 2

question above. For 1-10, complete the gaps with a suitable word. The first

letter of each word is given.

Science, business studies and the 1. a_______________ are integral to the development of

society. However, I think the current emphasis in the 2. f_______________ of education on

science and business studies is a positive 3. t_______________.

There is no doubt that 4. p_______________ in the arts is useful for the development of the

individual and society generally. _______________drama, for example.

Drama, which requires lots of activity, is obviously good for 6. p_______________ and mental

health as it improves 7. c_______________ which is a skill that is missing in education today.

8. I____________ painting and pottery also help in this regard. For others, the purpose of

involvement in the arts is to help them relax, even if it is only going to see an 9. e___________

at an art 10. g_______________.

Having said this however, I feel…

Exercise 4. Find 1-5 below in the text in exercise 3:

1. examples of the writer’s opinion/position

2. examples of non-defining relative clauses, if they exist

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3. examples of defining relative clauses, if they exist

4. an example of a purpose

5. an example.

Exercise 5. Write your answer to the task 2 question below.

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