AVTC4_Unit 9

III. Post-writing

Task 1: Work in pairs. Read your partner’s essay. Then use the Checklist below to
help you comment on your partner’s writing. Be sure to offer positive
suggestions and comments that will help your partner improve his or her writing.
Consider your partner’s comments as you revise your own essay.

Content Y/N Comments/ Suggestions

Task Response

Is the essay at least 150 words?

Is the topic clearly identified in the introduction?

Does the thesis statement clearly mention
advantages and disadvantages as being asked?
Is each paragraph related to the topic?
Does the conclusion summarize the main ideas/
restate the thesis statement?
Coherence & Cohesion
Does the essay have an introduction, two body
paragraphs, and a conclusion?
Is there a clear topic sentence in each paragraph?
Does the writer include any relevant examples
and/or other supporting details (explanation,
reasons, etc.)?
Are there at least 3 transitional expressions used
correctly (e.g.: nevertheless, however, moreover, ...)
Lexical Resource

Has the question been paraphrased properly?

Does the writer repeat vocabulary?

Is there any spelling error?

Does the essay contain vocabulary specific to the
topic?
Grammar Range and Accuracy

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Does the writer use a range of simple, compound,

and complex sentences?
Is there any error in verb tenses?

Is there any error in subject-verb agreement?

Does the writer use correct punctuation?

Additional Topics for Writing

Here are more ideas for topics for an advantages-disadvantages essay.
TOPIC 1: Research shows that business meetings, discussions and training are happening
online nowadays. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?

TOPIC 2: It is becoming increasingly popular to have a year off between finishing school and
going to university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?

TOPIC 3: A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately,
tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not well-managed. What are the
advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world?

TOPIC 4: In some countries, it is illegal for companies to reject job applicants for their age. Is
this a positive or negative development?

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