B2 First (FCE) Article: Structure Title Think of an interesting title which will make people want to read your article Introduction Start your article in an interesting way. You could ask the reader a question or make a strong statement. Ist body paragraph The first paragraph should involve the reader in some way. 2nd body paragraph Build on the interest you have raised in the first paragraph by telling the next part of the story Conclusion Finish the article in an interesting way. This could be humorous or thought-provokingB2 First (FCE) Article: Tips Lo SS S 2 GS ANSWER THE QUESTION PLAN your article. = Give your article a title. ee Ask rhetorical questions to get your readers’ attention. Eg. What would the world be like without oil? What will life be like in 20 years time? Speak directly to your readers. Eg. Let's just imagine some of the possibilities. Give examples where appropriate. Use humour where appropriate Give a conclusion and summary in the last paragraph. Finally, give your opinion where appropriate. REVISE your article to correct mistakesTitle Articles usually have a title. The title should be informative (give the reader an idea of the subject) and attractive (make the reader want to read the article). © Keep it short (2-5 words) and clear ® No need for a complete sentence Example: Title A: The Internet: A Great InventionIntroduction The start of the article should be linked to the title, introduce the topic and engage the reader. Often, an article starts with a question that introduces the topic which will be discussed in the article. © General statement about the topic. ® Start with a question, problem or quotation. Example: Introduction A: The Internet has changed the way we live. It started as something that we could access only through a computer, but nowadays it is everywhere, and | love it!Example! Introduction A: The Internet has changed the way we live. It started as something that we could access only through a computer, but nowadays it is everywhere, and | love it! Example: Introduction B: Are you a busy college student? Do you struggle to keep fit and eat healthily? Don't worry! | am going to tell you exactly what you should do. Keep on reading, you will thank me later!Paragraphs 1-2 Each should be clearly defined, not too long and clearly linked. ® Describe issues in detail and use one paragraph per issue. ® Use linkers, sequencing and sophisticated vocabulary. Example: Paragraph Al: One of the cool things about the world wide web is that you can Example: Paragraph A2: However, the greatest thing about the Internet is how you can learn tons of things...Conclusion An ending can state an opinion, give the reader something to think about, summarise the article or even end with a quotation. Exomple: Conclusion A: If you follow all these tips, I'm sure you will keep fit easily! And if you already tried that, let me know how you feel now Example! Conclusion B: In conclusion, the Internet has a lot of great things. For me, the best are finding information and learning online. What about you? What are your favourite things about it?39% Let's summarize! — How to write an Article? 1, Give your article a title. Kall 2. Try and engage the reader's attention and interest. Ask questions at the beginning. - 3. There should be a link between the opening sentence and the title. 4. Personalise the article using true stories or anecdotes. 5. If you decide to take a light-hearted approach or a more serious one, maintain the same style throughout the article. 6. Check your work for accuracy, punctuation and spelling.Rhetorical phrases: Have YOU @VEF ss... ? What do you think about .. Are you one of those people who thinks that ......? Are you one of those people who .. What would life be like if ......? Will the future bring us ..... ?Introducing your first point: Firstly In the first place First of all The first thing to consider is One thing to consider is To begin withIntroducing more points: Secondly Another consideration Yet another consideration Another thing to consider is Added to that Apart from that In addition to thisIntroducing your final points: In conclusion To conclude To sum up So Introducing your opinion: I think In my opinion Personally, | believe that In my view If you ask me To my mind My personal opinion isSubject: Alocal magazine has asked readers to write an article about their favourite things about the Internet. Write the article talking about the things you do with the Internet and recommend a website to other readers. Write your article.The Internet: A Great Invention The Internet has changed the way we live. It started as something that we could access only through a computer, but nowadays it is everywhere, and I love it! One of the cool things about the world wide web is that you can look up anythinc you want and f[nd out the answer straight away. Isn't that fantastic? For example, imagine you are arguing with your friends about how to do something. Easy solution! Go online and find the answer.However, the greatest thing about the Internet is how you can learn tons of things very cheaply or even for free! In fact, my favourite website is www.udemy.com,where people register to teach and learn about different things: music, website design, making apps, history, etc. So | totally recommend it to everyone! In conclusion, the Internet has a lot of great things. For me, the best are finding information and learning online. What about you? What are your favourite things about it?