TOEFL IBT Writing For An Academic Discussion Without Answers

TOEFL Writing Task 2:
Writing for an Academic Discussion
Contents
Task specifics - p. 2
Sample task - p. 3
Sample answers - p. 4
Comments on the sample answers - p. 5
Guidelines for writing for an academic discussion - p. 5
Structure and linking - pp. 6-7
Preparation 1: Political science - pp. 8-9
Preparation 2: Economics - pp. 10-11
Tasks for exam practice - pp. 12-18
Appendix 1: Assessment criteria - p. 19
Appendix 2: Answers to tasks - p. 20
TOEFL iBT: Writing for an Academic Discussion
About the task

One of the enhancements from July 26, 2023 concerns the second writing task. An independent writing
task (or essay) is replaced with a more concise and modern piece of writing called 'Writing for an
Academic Discussion'.
Here are key characteristics of this writing task:
Task details Read a question from a professor on a given topic (e.g. from a sociology, political
science or economics class) and then two short responses by students on this
topic. The task is to write a post in an online academic discussion.
The response should:

● include your personal opinion on the topic stated and explained
● be a contribution to the discussion related to the two short responses
provided
Timing Some time will be provided to read general instructions to this task
You will have 10 minutes to read the task and write your response.
Word count A minimum of 100 words
Scoring and The task is assessed on the scale from 0 to 5 (a raw scoring scale).
scoring criteria
An effective response should:
● be relevant to the task
● be a clearly expressed contribution to the online discussion
● have clear and detailed explanations
● display effective and accurate use of language (grammar, vocabulary)
Key strategies ● Read an introduction to the question by a professor and the question
and tips itself. Identify the general topic and important details. Pay attention to
what exactly the questions ask you to do and think about your own
opinion.
● Read the answers by two students and clearly identify their opinion and
what supporting ideas they provide.
● State your own opinion based on the question. You might agree with one
of the student responses, but your own explanation and supporting details
must be provided. Alternatively, you might express your unique view,
which is different from the perspectives of the two students.
● There is no correct answer to the task as long as you state your opinion,
provide relevant and reasonable support and make a meaningful
contribution to the online discussion.
● A top-scoring response will contain clear and appropriate reasons,
examples and details.
● Even though this is an online discussion between students, the style of
writing is not too informal. As such a question is set by a professor who
will be reading the contributions, you should follow standard grammar
rules and express your ideas in a respectful manner in the same way as
you would in a real discussion online.
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Sample task
Task 1. Read the task below and decide if the statements on the right are true or false.
Your professor is teaching a class on sociology. __ 1. You should write a post related to sociology.
Write a post responding to the professor’s __ 2. Stating your own view is optional.
question.
In your response you should: __ 3. It is important to write a maximum of 100
● express and support your opinion words.
● make a contribution to the discussion
An effective response will contain at least 100
words.
Dr. Diaz __ 4. You have to answer 3 questions related to

Over the next few weeks, we are going to look at the role of television in people's lives.
lots of different materials about the role of __ 5. You have to choose the biggest influence
television programs and television watching in that television has on people and write
people’s lives. But first, I want to know what you about it.
think about this topic. So here’s a question for the __ 6. You have to provide explanation why
class discussion board: What do you think is the watching television has this influence on
most significant effect that watching television has people.
on people? Why do you think television has this
effect?
Kelly __ 7. Kelly states that lack of entertainment for

I know that one way that television influences children is the main problem of television.
people’s behavior is that when you are watching __ 8. Kelly provides some explanation for this.
television, you are not moving around or
exercising. This is especially true for children. The
American Academy of Pediatrics says that when
children spend a lot of time watching television,
they have a greater tendency to be overweight.
Paul __ 9. Paul thinks that the most important influence

I think the main effect that television has on of television is providing more experience
people is to broaden their experience. There are about the natural world and travelling.
so many programs devoted to nature and travel. __ 10. Paul gives no explanation to support his
Think of all the different places in the world you opinion.
can experience through television! Last night I
watched a program about life in Antarctica, and it
was fascinating!
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Sample answers
Task 2. Read a reply by two candidates and answer the questions on the right.
Candidate 1
In my opinion, television makes the life more 1. Does the candidate state his/her opinion?
interesting and fun. There are so many interesting 2. Does the opinion clearly answer the questions
channels and programs, and they make people in the task?
laugh during watching TV. I think this is a big 3. Does the candidate rely on Kelly's or Paul's
effect that television on people, as time is passing opinion?
by. Especially these days, people lives with the 4. Does the candidate explain his/her opinion?
serious problems and accidents. People need 5. Does the candidate repeat any explanation
something fresh and can entertain. Televisions do used by Kelly or Paul or does he/she use their
these kind of works very well. Through Music own explanation?
program, people can have relaxing time, through 6. Does the explanation clearly support the
comedy program, people can laugh... and so on. opinion?
Therefore, the television influences people's 7. Is there any kind of conclusion to the ideas?
feeling much better, and I think this is very 8. Does the answer meet the word count
important effect!! requirement?
9. Is the language in the answer accurate?
Word count: 102 words 10. How would you rate the response on the scale
from 1 to 5 (1- lowest & 5-highest level)?
Candidate 2
In my opinion, Paul is right when he says that 1. Does the candidate state his/her opinion?
watching television might broaden your 2. Does the opinion clearly answer the questions
experience. By watching for example science in the task?
programs, you can gain valueable insights into 3. Does the candidate rely on Kelly's or Paul's
new topics. On the other hand, I think that a high opinion?
percentage of people don't watch TV to increase 4. Does the candidate explain his/her opinion?
their knowledge. I am of the opinion that many 5. Does the candidate repeat any explanation
people watch TV in order to get distracted from used by Kelly or Paul or does he/she use their
their real lives. They watch films or series to be own explanation?
entertained and to forget problems they have at 6. Does the explanation clearly support the
work or in their private lives. At least for me this opinion?
works well - for instance if I am sad, I watch a 7. Is there any kind of conclusion to the ideas?
comedy or a funny soap opera and afterwards, I 8. Does the answer meet the word count
am in a better mood. Therefore, I think that being requirement?
entertained and distracted is the most significant 9. Is the language in the answer accurate?
effect of TV. 10. How would you rate the response on the scale
from 1 to 5 (1- lowest & 5-highest level)?
Word count: 134 words
Task 3. Read the comments on both answers on the next page and compare with yours. Make your
conclusions about how to write a good answer.
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Comments on the sample answers*

Candidate 1
● This is a medium-range response, which is a useful contribution to the online discussion.
● The candidate's opinion is different from that of Kely's and Paul's, which is absolutely fine.
● The candidate provides an explanation of his/her view, but doesn't provide many many clearly
expressed details and the contribution seems only partially effective.
● There is repetition of ideas (TV is fun and makes people laugh), and some ideas are not clear
(e.g. what is meant by 'as time passing by'?)
● There are noticeable mistakes in every sentence, but despite this, it is still possible to understand
the message.
Candidate 2
● This is a high-range response, which is an effective contribution to the online discussion.
● The candidate states Paul's opinion and takes it as a starting point, but doesn't repeat Paul's
ideas.
● The candidate then presents a different point of view and develops this point by providing clear
and relevant arguments.
● There is no repetition of ideas of the writer's own ideas.
● The candidate uses overall accurate and clear language despite some minor mistakes.
* Assessment criteria can be found in the appendix.
Guidelines for writing for an academic discussion

Task 4. How to write a good answer for an academic discussion? Based on two sample answers above,
decide if these statements are true or false.
1. A clear answer (opinion) to the question must be provided in the post.

2. It is okay to provide an opinion not from the very beginning of the post.
3. It is acceptable to rely on one of the student's opinions and repeat explanations but in your own
words.
4. Having your own opinion, different from both students, is absolutely fine but your explanation
must not repeat any of the ideas presented by the students.
5. The opinion should be explained so that a reader who is not familiar with the topic could
understand.
6. Writing a conclusion to finish the post is obligatory.
7. A minimum length of the answer is 100 words, and it is a good idea to write more and explain the
ideas clearly and in depth.
8. The response must be checked carefully for spelling, use of vocabulary and grammar.
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Structure and linking
Task 5. Look at the response of candidate 2 again. Match labels with parts of the response and choose
one of the descriptions below.
__ In my opinion, Paul is right when he says that A. An example that illustrates own opinion
watching television might broaden your
experience. B. Explanation to support own opinion
C. A transition and own opinion, different from

__ By watching for example science programs, other students' opinion
you can gain valuable insights into new topics.
D. A conclusion summarising own opinion
__ On the other hand, I think that a high
percentage of people don't watch TV to increase E. An opinion based on one of the student's
their knowledge. I am of the opinion that many opinion
people watch TV in order to get distracted from
F. Explanation to support one of the student's
their real lives. opinion
__ They watch films or series to be entertained

and to forget problems they have at work or in
their private lives.
__ At least for me this works well - for instance if I

am sad, I watch a comedy or a funny soap opera
and afterwards, I am in a better mood.
__ Therefore, I think that being entertained and

distracted is the most significant effect of TV.
Task 6. Which of these descriptions matches the answer?

1. The writer supports and expands on one of the opinions stated in the task. This is followed by
mentioning and challenging the opposite opinion that is also supported by explanation and an
example. A conclusion summarises the opinion.
2. The writer supports one of the opinions given by the students and expands on it. Then his/her
own opinion is stated as a contrast and developed by providing explanation and an example. The
response ends with a conclusion.
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Task 7. Look at the phrases in italics in the answer and write them next to their meaning.
Stating an opinion - ……………….., ………………….

Providing an example - …………………, ………………….
Summarising/concluding - ……………………
In my opinion (1), Paul is right when he says that watching television might broaden your experience.
By watching for example (2) science programs, you can gain valuable insights into new topics.
On the other hand (3), I think that a high percentage of people don't watch TV to increase their
knowledge. I am of the opinion that (4) many people watch TV in order to get distracted from their real
lives. They watch films or series to be entertained and to forget problems they have at work or in their
private lives. At least for me this works well - for instance (5) if I am sad, I watch a comedy or a funny
soap opera and afterwards, I am in a better mood. Therefore (6), I think that being entertained and
distracted is the most significant effect of TV.
Task 8. After which of them do we have to have a comma and after which - not?
Comma after: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………
No comma after: …………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Task 9. What other phrases with the same meaning can you think of?
Stating an opinion
Providing an example
Summarising/concluding
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Preparation 1 (task): Political science

Task 10. Read the task and answer the questions on the right.
Your professor is teaching a class on political science. Write a post responding to the professor’s
question. In your response you should:
● express and support your opinion
An effective response will contain at least 100 words. You will have 10 minutes to write it.
Dr. Gupta 1. What is the topic of the class the

As I mentioned in class, governments make public policies to professor is talking about?
describe their responses to various problems that affect a
community. Part of this process involves setting and defending 2. What question does he pose?
priorities about which issues deserve the most attention and (use your own words)
resources. For example, governments need to decide whether
they should spend more money on education or on
environmental protections. If you were a policy maker, which
issue would you argue is more important—education or
environmental protections? Why?
Kelly 3. What is Kelly's opinion?

We all live on planet Earth, and it is the only planet we have. (use your own words to explain it)
Therefore, we must take care of it. Clearly, protecting the
environment should be the government’s priority over
education. I think the REAL question is, which approach to
protecting the environment—restricting pollution, regulating
population, promoting clean energy, or something else—should
be the government’s priority.
Andrew 4. What is Andrew's opinion?

I disagree with Kelly that the environment is more important (use your own words to explain it)
than education. Education is actually the best way to protect the
environment. Educated people can see how their decisions
affect the world around them. Also, with better science and
technology education, we can develop solutions to
environmental problems. Therefore, I think the government
should spend more money on education.
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Preparation 1 (planning a response)

Task 11. Plan your response by completing the table with your ideas. Write only notes now.
Whose opinion do you

agree with?
Why?
What do you think?
Explain your opinion
Provide an example
Write a
summary/conclusion
Task 12. Now you're ready to write (type) a response. Expand your notes and make sure you write at
least 100 words. Don't forget to check your writing.
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Preparation 2 (task): Economics

Task 13. Read the task and answer the questions on the right.
Your professor is teaching a class on economics. Write a post responding to the professor’s question. In
your response you should:
● express and support your opinion
Dr. Achebe 1. What is the topic of the class the

When people are asked about the most important discoveries professor is talking about?
or inventions made in the last two hundred years, they usually
mention something very obvious, like the computer or the cell 2. What question does he pose?
phone. But there are thousands of other discoveries or (use your own words)
inventions that have had a huge impact on how we live today.
What scientific discovery or technological invention from the
last two hundred years—other than computers and cell
phones—would you choose as being important? Why?
Paul 3. What is Kelly's opinion?

I mean, we’re so used to science and technology that we are (use your own words to explain it)
not even aware of all the things we use in our daily lives. I
would probably choose space satellites. This technology
happened in the last hundred years, and it has become
important for so many things. Just think about navigation, or
telecommunications, or even the military.
Claire 4. What is Andrew's opinion?

I am thinking about medical progress. Like, for example, when (use your own words to explain it)
scientists discovered things about healthy nutrition. I am
thinking of identifying all the vitamins we need to stay healthy. I
am not sure exactly when the vitamin discoveries happened,
but I know they are very important. Our health is much better
than it was 200 years ago.
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Preparation 1 (planning a response)

Task 14. Plan your response by completing the table with your ideas. Write only notes now.
Whose opinion do you

agree with?
Why?
What do you think?
Explain your opinion
Provide an example
Write a
summary/conclusion
Task 15. Now you're ready to write (type) a response. Expand your notes and make sure you write at
least 100 words. Don't forget to check your writing.
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Tasks for exam practice
Task 16. Read the task. Following the steps of preparation from the previous pages, write your answer.
Remember that you have 10 minutes to read the task, write (type) your response and check it carefully.
Your professor is teaching a class on social studies. Write a post responding to the professor’s question.
In your response, you should
● express and support your personal opinion

● make a contribution to the discussion in your own words
Professor: Today, we’re going to discuss the impact of social media on society. On one hand, social
media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have connected people from all over the world.
However, there are concerns about the negative effects of social media, such as the spread of
misinformation, the rise of cyberbullying, and addiction to social media use. What do you think? Does
social media cause more harm than good?
Sarah: I think that social media has caused more harm than good. While it’s true that social media
platforms have connected people in unprecedented ways, they have also caused real harm to individuals
and societies. Additionally, when people spend too much time on social media platforms, they could
suffer from mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. This is probably because they allow
people to anonymously bully and harass other users.
Mark: I think that social media has mostly improved society. For instance, it has given a voice to people
that previously were ignored. Moreover, it has provided platforms for political activism that has led to
positive change. And, of course, social media has made it easy for everyone to stay connected to family
and friends who are far away. In the past we had to make expensive phone calls to contact our loved
ones, now we can talk to them and send them pictures for free on social networks.
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Your professor is teaching a class on education. Write a post responding to the professor’s question. In
your response, you should

Professor: In class today, we are going to talk about grading students. Before you come to class, I want
you to think about whether grades are beneficial. On one hand, they provide a way to measure students’
progress. On the other hand, some argue that grades are too focused on performance and don’t provide
an accurate picture of a student’s overall academic abilities. If you had to choose, would you say that
students should be given grades or not? Why?
Lila: I think that students should not be given grades. Grades create a needlessly competitive
environment and can make students feel like they are only valued for their academic performance. When
students feel that grades are the most important thing, they get discouraged. Instead of giving specific
grades, teachers should provide personal feedback that helps students understand what they need to
improve and how they can do so. I think that approach leads to more academic success.
Jake: I believe that grades are the only way for students to understand how well they are doing and the
only way to motivate them to work harder. Without grades, there would be no way to measure their
progress or to identify areas where they need to improve. Moreover, grades prepare students for the real
world where they will be judged based on their performance. The only way for adults to advance in their
careers is to consistently perform well, and grading children prepares them for that.
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Your professor is teaching a class on computer science. Write a post responding to the professor’s
question. In your response, you should

Professor: A new story about Artificial Intelligence (AI) is in the news almost every day. And, of course,
companies are spending an enormous amount of money to develop new technologies related to AI.
Before next class, I want you to consider the following question: Is AI a dangerous technology that,
overall, will be harmful to society, or is it a powerful tool that will improve the lives of people?
Megan: Personally, I think AI is a threat. As AI advances, many jobs may become automated, leaving
people without work. That will certainly increase income inequality. Additionally, there’s the risk that AI
systems could be programmed with biases or used to discriminate against certain groups. We need to
be careful and ensure that AI is developed in an ethical and responsible way. Since we can’t guarantee
that right now, I think it is best to slow down.
David: I disagree with Megan. I’m of the opinion that AI has the potential to solve many of the world’s
problems, from climate change to disease. Additionally, AI can help us make better decisions by
analyzing vast amounts of data and identifying patterns that humans may miss. That said, I agree with
Megan that we must ensure that AI is developed and used in a responsible way that benefits society as
a whole.
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Your professor is teaching a class on business management. Write a post responding to the professor’s
question. In your response, you should
An effective response will contain at least 100 words. You have ten minutes to write.
Professor: Today, we’re going to talk about the benefits and drawbacks of remote work. Many
companies have implemented remote work policies in the past few years, and many others are
considering joining them. Given that this represents a major change in the way we work and interact with
each other, companies must carefully consider all relevant details before making a decision. What do
you think? Is remote work beneficial, or do you think it’s a bad idea?
Sara: I think remote work is a very positive trend. When we work from home, we spend commuting and
we have more flexible schedules. Plus, many people find that they are more productive when working
from home. Some people say this is because they aren’t distracted by their coworkers, while others
suggest it’s because their energy isn’t drained during a long and bothersome commute.
Michael: While I can see the benefits of remote work, I don’t think it should become the new normal.
There’s something to be said for the atmosphere that comes from being in the same physical space as
your colleagues. I also think that remote work can make it harder to build relationships and collaborate
effectively. This means it might limit our chances to earn promotions and raises. And what about people
who don’t have enough room for a home office? They’ll suffer if this trend continues.
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Your professor is teaching a class on education. Write a post responding to the professor’s question. In
Professor: Over the next few weeks, we’re going to talk about recent trends in education. Specifically,
we’ll discuss how many universities have started letting students take classes from home instead of
taking them in person on campus. I want to know what you think about this issue, so here’s a quick
question for the discussion board: “What do you think is the most significant impact of online classes?
Why do you think it has this impact?”
Jack: The main thing is that online classes make education more accessible. For one, they help reduce
commuting time and costs and give students more flexibility in their schedules. Plus, online learning can
be more accessible for students who have disabilities or live far away from campus. Traditionally, high
costs have prevented many people from pursuing an education, but thanks to online classes cost is less
of a problem.
Emily: I think that online classes cause people to learn less than before. There’s something to be said
for the energy and engagement that comes from being in the same physical space as your classmates
and instructor. Moreover, when we take classes in person it is easier to build relationships and
collaborate. We learn just as much from personal connections as we do from our actual lectures and
textbooks.
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Your professor is teaching a class on sociology. Write a post responding to the professor’s question. In
Professor: Lately we’ve talked a lot about the impact of technology on our lives. With the prevalence of
smartphones and other devices, we’re more connected than ever, but some people are distressed by
this trend. We’ll discuss this in our next class, but before we do I’d like to hear your thoughts on the
issue. Overall, do devices like smartphones have a positive impact on the way we communicate? Or a
negative one?
Rachel: Personally, I think this sort of technology has had a negative impact on our ability to
communicate face-to-face. People are too reliant on text messages, social media, and things like that,
which can lead to a lack of nuance and depth in our interactions. It’s harder to read body language and
tone of voice over text, and that can result in misunderstandings and miscommunications. I think that if
people want to become effective communicators, they should talk to people in person.
Mike: While I agree that it can sometimes be challenging to communicate in person, I also think modern
technology has its benefits. Smartphones make it possible for us to stay connected with acquaintances
and loved ones who are far away, and social networks provide a platform for introverted people to
express themselves in ways that they may not be able to do in person. Accordingly, I think smartphones
are mostly beneficial.
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Your professor is teaching a class on sociology. Write a post responding to the professor’s question. In
Professor: Hello class! Next week we will be discussing the impact of social media influencers on
consumer behavior. With the rise of social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube, we’ve seen the
emergence of a new type of celebrity: the social media influencer. These influencers have large
followings and can sway consumer behavior by endorsing products or services. What are your thoughts
on this?
Jack: I think social media influencers have a significant impact. When young people start admiring these
influencers and trust their recommendations, they are more likely to buy products or services that they
endorse. However, I also think there are some concerns about the authenticity of these endorsements,
as some influencers may promote products that they don’t actually use or believe in.
Emily: I’m not convinced that social media influencers have a significant impact on consumer behavior.
While they may have large followings, most people are smart enough to make their own purchasing
decisions based on their needs and preferences. Plus, there are so many influencers out there
promoting different products that it can be hard to know who to trust.
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Appendix: Assessment criteria

Here is a raw scale which raters use to assess this writing task.
Score Description
5 A fully successful response. The response is a relevant and very clearly expressed contribution
to the online discussion, and it demonstrates consistent facility in the use of language.
A typical response displays the following:
● Relevant and well-elaborated explanations, exemplifications, and/or details
● Effective use of a variety of syntactic structures and precise, idiomatic word choice
● Almost no lexical or grammatical errors other than those expected from a competent writer
writing under timed conditions (e.g., common typos or common misspellings or
substitutions like there/their)
4 A generally successful response. The response is a relevant contribution to the online

discussion, and facility in the use of language allows the writer’s ideas to be easily understood.
● Relevant and adequately elaborated explanations, exemplifications, and/or details
● A variety of syntactic structures and appropriate word choice
● Few lexical or grammatical errors
3 A partially successful response. The response is a mostly relevant and mostly understandable
contribution to the online discussion, and there is some facility in the use of language.
● Elaboration in which part of an explanation, example, or detail may be missing, unclear, or
irrelevant
● Some variety in syntactic structures and a range of vocabulary
● Some noticeable lexical and grammatical errors in sentence structure, word form, or use of
idiomatic language
2 A mostly unsuccessful response. The response reflects an attempt to contribute to the online
discussion, but limitations in the use of language may make ideas hard to follow.
● Ideas that may be poorly elaborated or only partially relevant
● A limited range of syntactic structures and vocabulary
● An accumulation of errors in sentence structure, word forms, or use
1 An unsuccessful response. The response reflects an ineffective attempt to contribute to the

online discussion, and limitations in the use of language may prevent the expression of ideas.
A typical response may display the following:
● Words and phrases that indicate an attempt to address the task but with few or no coherent
ideas
● Severely limited range of syntactic structures and vocabulary • Serious and frequent errors
in the use of language
● Minimal original language; any coherent language is mostly borrowed from the stimulus
0 The response is blank, rejects the topic, is not in English, is entirely copied from the prompt, is
entirely unconnected to the prompt, or consists of arbitrary keystrokes.
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Appendix 2: Answers to tasks
Task 1: 1T, 2F, 3F, 4F, 5T, 6T, 7F, 8T, 9T, 10F
Task 4: 1T, 2F, 3F, 4T, 5T, 6F, 7T, 8T
Task 5: EFCBAD
Task 6: #2
Task 7: Stating an opinion: In my opinion, I am of the opinion that
Providing an example: for example, for instance
Summarising/concluding: therefore
Task 8: Comma after: in my opinion, I am of the opinion that, for example, for instance
No comma after: I am of the opinion that
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Writing for an Academic Discussion

About the task

Here are key characteristics of this writing task:

The response should:

Word count A minimum of 100 words

Dr. Diaz __ 4. You have to answer 3 questions related to

Kelly __ 7. Kelly states that lack of entertainment for

Paul __ 9. Paul thinks that the most important influence

Comments on the sample answers*

* Assessment criteria can be found in the appendix.

Guidelines for writing for an academic discussion

1. A clear answer (opinion) to the question must be provided in the post.

Structure and linking

C. A transition and own opinion, different from

__ They watch films or series to be entertained

__ At least for me this works well - for instance if I

__ Therefore, I think that being entertained and

Task 6. Which of these descriptions matches the answer?

Stating an opinion - ……………….., ………………….

Comma after: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………

No comma after: …………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Preparation 1 (task): Political science

Dr. Gupta 1. What is the topic of the class the

Kelly 3. What is Kelly's opinion?

Andrew 4. What is Andrew's opinion?

Preparation 1 (planning a response)

Whose opinion do you

What do you think?

Explain your opinion

Preparation 2 (task): Economics

Dr. Achebe 1. What is the topic of the class the

Paul 3. What is Kelly's opinion?

Claire 4. What is Andrew's opinion?

Preparation 1 (planning a response)

Whose opinion do you

What do you think?

Explain your opinion

Tasks for exam practice

● express and support your personal opinion

● express and support your personal opinion

● express and support your personal opinion

Appendix: Assessment criteria

4 A generally successful response. The response is a relevant contribution to the online

1 An unsuccessful response. The response reflects an ineffective attempt to contribute to the

Appendix 2: Answers to tasks

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