WRITING A DISCUSSION ESSAY GUIDANCE

1. Type of question:
• Some people believe that… others say that…Discuss both views and give your
opinion.
2. Principle: discuss both 2 arguments, give your own opinion on the second body
paragraph.
3. Essay plan
• Introduction: 2 sentences. Paraphrasing the question and giving your whole opinion.
Sentence 1: Putting the topic: People have different views about whether….
Or: It is true/widely recognized that….
Sentence 2: while some argue that…., I would contend that/, I personally think that …
• Body 1: On the one hand, View 1
On the one hand, There are several reasons why (view A)…....
To begin with,… Idea 1 – explain – example
Moreover,… Idea 2 – explain – example
• Body 2: On the other hand, View 2
On the other hand/ Despite the above arguments, I believe that ... (view B)...
Firstly, Idea 1 – explain – example
Secondly, Idea 2 – explain – example
• In conclusion, In conclusion, For the reasons mentioned above, it seems to me that/ I am
firmly of the view that …is more advantageous/ beneficial….

Notice: You can show a balanced view by combining both views together.
Ex: Some people think that museums should be enjoyable places to entertain people, while
others believe that the purpose of museums is to educate. Discuss both views and give you own
opinion.
=> People have different views about the role and function of museums. In my opinion,
museums can and should be both entertaining and educational.
4. How to develop main ideas in any writing essay.
Ex: On the one hand, the option to start work straight after school is attractive for several
reasons. Many young people want to start earning money as soon as possible. In this way,
they can become independent, and they will be able to afford their own house or start a
family. In terms of their career, young people who decide to find work, rather than continue
their studies, may progress more quickly. They will have the chance to gain real experience
 and learn practical skills related to their chosen profession. This may lead to promotions and
a successful career.
How did the writer develop the argument for each viewpoint?
the option to start work straight after school is attractive for several reasons.
=> State first viewpoint
Many young people want to start earning money as soon as possible
=> present main idea 1 (topic sentence)
In this way, they can become independent, and they will be able to afford their own house or
start a family.
=> Explain
In terms of their career, young people who decide to find work, rather than continue their
studies, may progress more quickly.
=> present main idea 2
They will have the chance to gain real experience and learn practical skills related to their
chosen profession.
=> Explain
This may lead to promotions and a successful career.
=> result
Useful languages for idea’s development:
Topic sentence: Suggested structures
- On the one hand, the option to … is attractive for several reasons.
- On the one hand, the idea of … is beneficial to some extent.
- The argument that ... is reasonable to some extent.
Point 1 Introduction:
- Firstly, ....
- The first reason for this is …
Point 1 Explanation/Example/Result:
- It means that…
This is because …
- This is mainly due to …
- This could be explained by the fact …
• Giving example:
 - For example, …
- This is perfectly exemplified in case of …

• Showing result:
• - As a result, …
- Consequently, …
- Therefore, …
HANDLING A DISCUSSION ESSAY
Step 1: read the question, underline keywords, identify the topic of question and task
form
=>
Some people believe that our happiness depends on how much money we have. Others say
that money cannot buy happiness.
Do you think that money is the key to happiness or are there more important factors?
Topic: money, happiness
Task form: discuss both views and give your own opinion
Paraphrase the keywords to avoid repetition
“money” = “economic success” 
Key = fundamental/decisive factor
Step 2: brainstorm ideas and make an essay plan:
• Para 1:
• Introductory sentence:
• -
• -
• Para 2: View 1
• -
• -
• Para 3: View 2
• -
• -
• Para 4:
• Conclusion
• -
• -
Step 3: apply useful language to start writing a full essay

PRACTICE:
Question (classbook)
Televised talents shows have become popular in many societies today.
Are these shows a good method of finding talented people, or are they just entertainment.
Step 1: read the question, underline keywords, identify the topic of question and task
form
Topic: televised talents shows show a good method of finding talented people, or are they just
entertainment.………………………………………………………………………………..
Task form: ………………………………………………………………………………..
Paraphrase the keywords to avoid repetition
………………………………………………………………………………..
Step 2: brainstorm ideas and make an essay plan:

ESSAY PLAN
• Para 1:
• Introductory sentence:
• -
• -
• Para 2: View 1
• -
• -
• Para 3: View 2
• -
• -
• Para 4:
• Conclusion
• -
• -
Step 3: apply useful language to start writing a full essay
Practise developing ideas in body paragraphs.
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Para 3: On the other hand,
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