The document provides 5 potential writing topics: 1) arguing for or against keeping animals in zoos, 2) arguing whether video games increase violence, 3) writing to a head teacher about the benefits of physical education, 4) writing to a friend about a new interest, and 5) arguing which sport is best to watch and play. For each topic, it provides some suggested points to include in the writing piece.
The document provides 5 potential writing topics: 1) arguing for or against keeping animals in zoos, 2) arguing whether video games increase violence, 3) writing to a head teacher about the benefits of physical education, 4) writing to a friend about a new interest, and 5) arguing which sport is best to watch and play. For each topic, it provides some suggested points to include in the writing piece.
The document provides 5 potential writing topics: 1) arguing for or against keeping animals in zoos, 2) arguing whether video games increase violence, 3) writing to a head teacher about the benefits of physical education, 4) writing to a friend about a new interest, and 5) arguing which sport is best to watch and play. For each topic, it provides some suggested points to include in the writing piece.
Topic 1: Some people believe that it’s wrong to keep
animals in captivity in zoos. Others think zos do valuable conservation work while allowing the public to see usual or endangered animals. What do you think, any why? Write a balanced argument, giving your opinion. You could add these points: • whether you think it’s better to see animals in the wild or in zoos • you own experience of seeing animals in different environments • your own ideas about animals
Topic 2: Video games are one of the main stimuli that
increase violence and aggression among kids and teens. Write a persuasive article, including your own opinion on that topic.
Topic 3: Your head teacher has recently expressed the view
that taking more than one P.E session is a waste of time.
Write a letter to your head teacher, giving your opinion on
taking P.E sessions at school, persuading them to change their view. You could include some of the following points in your letter:
• The advantages of P.E sessions
• The disadvantages of too many P.E sessions – if you think there are any. • why the school should increase the duration and sessions of P.E.
Topic 4: Write a letter to a friend, telling them about a
new interest you have taken up. Try to convince them to take up your interest too.
You will need to include:
• what the interest is, e.g. sport, music, acting, etc. • why you relish this interest. • how your friend might get involved.
Topic 5: ………….. is the best sport to watch and
play. Write a persuasive writing, convincing readers with your point of view of why that sport specifically is the best. You could include: • what makes this sport the best • what are some benefits of watching or playing this sport • why they should also start enjoying such a sport