DISCUSSION ESSAY TEMPLATE

Question:

Some people think that zoos are cruel and should be closed down. Others, however, believe
that zoos can be useful in protecting wild animals.

Discuss both views and give your opinion. Introduction:

Sentence 1: Suggested structures

1. Many people argue that ....
2. It is true that ...
3. It is sometimes argued that ...
Sentence 2: Suggested structures
1. While there are some benefits to…, I maintain/ am of the opinion that ...
2. Many people believe that …, whereas I believe/ am of the opinion that …

Example:

a. Many people argue that zoos are important in preserving wild creatures. While
there are some benefits to build up these premises, I maintain that we should
completely abolish them.
b. It is true that the existence of zoos is a topic of much debate. While there
might be some reasons to support their existence, I am of the opinion that they
should be completely abolished.

Body 1:

Topic sentence: Suggested structures

1. On the one hand, the option to … is attractive for several reasons.
2. On the one hand, the idea of … is beneficial to some extent.
3. The argument that ... is reasonable to some extent.
Point 1 introduction:
Firstly, ....
Point 2 introduction:

Secondly,

...

Example:

a. On the one hand, the option to allow zoos to exist is attractive for several
reasons. Firstly, ... Secondly, ...
b. On the one hand, the argument that zoos should be allowed to exist is reasonable to
some extent. Firstly, ... Secondly, ...
Conclusion of paragraph

Body 2:

Topic sentence: Suggested structures

1. Nevertheless, I believe that ....

 2. On the other hand, there are a variety of reasons why I believe ...
3. Despite the above mentioned ideas, I believe that ...
Point 1 introduction
The main one is ...
The first reason relates to ...
Point 2 introduction
Furthermore, ...
The second reason relates to ...

Example:

a. Nevertheless, I believe that all zoos should be required to close. The first reason is
that ... Furthermore, ...
b. On the other hand, there are a variety of reasons why I believe zoos should be
required to close... The first reason relates to ... The second one is that ...
Conclusion of paragraph

Conclusion: Suggested structures

1. In conclusion, while some maintain that ..., I believe it is better to..................It is

predicted that...
2. In conclusion, it seems evident that both … and … have its own unique
advantages, but I maintain that ... Therefore, it is advisable that...

Example
a. In conclusion, while some maintain that zoos help protect endangered animals, I
believe it is better to close these premises. In my opinion, governments should
create more national parks while safeguarding natural forests to prevent precious
species from dying out.
b. In conclusion, it seems evident that both sides of the idea have its own unique
advantages, but I maintain that zoos should not continue to exist. In my opinion,
governments should create more national parks while safeguarding natural forests to
prevent precious species from dying out
 CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS TEMPLATE
Introduction:
Sentence 1: Suggested structures It is true that ....
Sentence 2: Suggested structures
There are a number of reasons behind this phenomenon/tendency/trend/view and several
solutions should be adopted (by governments and individuals) to improve the situation.
Example:
It is true that many offenders recommit crimes after being released from prison. There are
a number of reasons behind this phenomenon, and several solutions should be adopted
by the governments to improve the situation.
Body 1:
Topic sentence: Suggested structures There are two primary reasons why the …
Point 1 introduction: One reason is that …
Point 2 introduction: Furthermore …
Example:
There are two primary reasons why many crimes are committed by ex-prisoners. One
reason is that ... Furthermore, ...
Conclusion of the paragraph
Body 2:
Topic sentence: Suggested structures
Fortunately, several measures could be taken to alleviate this problem
Point 1 introduction:
The first solution would be …
Point 2 introduction:
The second measure would be …
Example:
Fortunately, several measures could be taken to alleviate this problem. The first solution
would be ... The second measure would be ...
Conclusion of the paragraph
Conclusion:
In conclusion, it is clear that there are various reasons for …, and steps need to be taken
to tackle this problem.

Example:
In conclusion, it is clear that there are various reasons for ex-prisoners to commit more crimes,
and steps need to be taken to tackle this problem.
 PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS TEMPLATE
Introduction:
Sentence 1: Suggested structures It is true that ....
Sentence 2: Suggested structures
Several problems have resulted from this tendency and they should be tackled by a number of
effective solutions from …
Example:
It is true that many offenders recommit crimes after being released from prison. There are a
number of reasons behind this phenomenon, and several solutions should be adopted by the
governments to improve the situation.
Body 1:
Topic sentence: Suggested structures
There are several problems related to …
Point 1 introduction:
The main issue is that …
Point 2 introduction:
Another problem is that …
Example:
As ex-prisoners are committing more crimes, several related problems can be anticipated. The
main issue is that ... Another problem is that ...
Body 2:
Topic sentence: Suggested structures
Since such issues are serious, the government and individuals should immediately take steps to
address these problems.
Point 1 introduction:
The first solution would be …
Point 2 introduction:
The second measure would be …
Example:
Since such issues are serious, the government should immediately take steps to address these
problems. The first solution would beThe second measure would
be ...
Conclusion:
In conclusion, there are various negative consequences of … and appropriate steps need to be
taken to tackle these problems (not only by the government but also by individuals).
Example:
In conclusion, there are various negative consequences of re-committing crimes and
appropriate steps need to be taken to tackle these problems.
 OPINION ESSAY TEMPLATE
Partly Agree/ Disagree
Introduction:
Sentence 1: Suggested structures
1. Many people argue that ....
2. It is true that ...
3. It is sometimes argued that ...
Sentence 2: Suggested structures
1. While there are some benefits to…, I maintain/ am of the opinion that …
2. Many people believe that …, whereas I believe/ am of the opinion that … Example:
a. Many people argue that children should enjoy a range of outdoor games. While there
are some benefits for children to play these games, I maintain that we should not support
that idea.
b. It is true that many people encourage their offspring to enjoy a range of outdoor games.
While there might be some reasons to support that idea, I believe children should rather
spend time doing something else.

Body 1:
Topic sentence: Suggested structures
1. On the one hand, the option to … is attractive for several reasons.
2. On the one hand, the idea of … is beneficial to some extent.
3. The argument that ... is reasonable to some extent.
Point 1 introduction:
Firstly, ....
Point 2 introduction:
Secondly, ...
Example:
a. On the one hand, the option to integrate outdoor activities into a child’s life is attractive
for several reasons. Firstly, ... Secondly, ...
b. On the one hand, the argument that children should be motivated to engage in outdoor
activities is reasonable to some extent. Firstly, ... Secondly, ...
Conclusion of paragraph

Body 2:
Topic sentence: Suggested structures
1. Nevertheless, I believe that ....
2. On the other hand, there are a variety of reasons why I believe ...
Point 1 introduction
The main one is ...
The first reason relates to ...
Point 2 introduction
Furthermore, ...
The second reason relates to ...
Example:
a. Nevertheless, I believe that indoors activities appear to be a better option. The first
reason is that ... Furthermore, ...
b. On the other hand, there are a variety of reasons why The first reason relates to ...
The second one is that ...
Conclusion of paragraph
Conclusion: Suggested structures
1. In conclusion, while some maintain that ..., I believe it is better to It is predicted that...
2. In conclusion, it seems evident that both … and … have its own unique advantages, but
I maintain that ... Therefore, it is advisable that...
Example:
a. In conclusion, while some maintain that playing outdoors helps children to enhance
their physical strength, I believe it is better not to play outdoor games because of the risk
of injury. Therefore, parents should consider suitable indoor activities such as board
games for their children.
b. In conclusion, it seems evident that both sides of the idea have its own unique
advantages, but I maintain that outdoor recreation is an ideal option for children. In the
future, it is predicted that more parents will understand the importance of outdoor games
and ask their children to participate in.