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    UNIT 6 tscusiveEsoys 4 EG You will hear four people on a radio programme discussing whether progressis good for us. Look at the following questions, then listen to the cassette and answer the questions, A Which speaker discusses posible solutions toa problem?) gpgaker 4 B_ Which speaker gives a personal opinion on the subject? Which speaker (e. economic, social, etc) of the subject? (-] Speaker 3 D_ Which speaker presents a balanced argument discussing points in favour of progress as well as against progress? [] Speaker 2 iscusses various aspects Speaker 4 A good discursive assay should consist of 1) an introductory paragraph in which you clearly state the topic tobe discussed 'b) a main body, in which points are clearly stated in sepavate peragrapns and exemplified or justfied: and ©) closing paragraph summarising the main points of the essay, in which you Statetrestate your opinion, and/or give a balanced consideration cf the topic. Points to consider © Present each point in a separate paragraph. A well-developed paragraph contains 2 clear topic sentence, which summarises the contents of the paragraph, as well as Sele pentenee a clear justification, explanation or example in support of the point presented. ‘Many people, however, prefer {© Woit-known quotations (0g. As writer Somerset Maugham once sad, “itis bad fing tn ts because tayo! sal ‘enough to know the past; it would be intolerable to know the future"), rhetorical ‘questions (@.g. If people today are not concemed enough about tomorrow, will the justification future stil be there for man?) or thought-provoking staternents (@.g. The fact is that (one’s future is what one makes it. There is no such thing as chance.) are useful With increasing crime rates, ympesition more interesting. people ae afraid to ive in a devices to make your house, as they fee! more vulrer- © fore you bg wrtog, youshoué aay make ait the cs ou wl psn © Doro ise formal sy (eg, conracteafoms coloeuil guage, ate) orvery | ae © Bry and oer co strong language (e.g. now, | am sur.) evans {Use appropriate inking worsiphrases to sow the inks between paragraph ac | ina lea ata pn. wal ate nk sentence wi paragrahs a 4 Unit 6 Discursive Essays 2 Look at the essay plans below for the three types of discursive essays, then say what features the plans have in common and how each plan differs from the others. Introduction Intr Paragraph 1 Paragraph 1 state topic (without stating state the topic and your your opinion) opinion Mala Body Main Body Paragraphs 2-3 Paragraphs 2-4 arguments for & justifications, viewpoints & reasons/ ‘examples or reasons examples Paragraphs 4-5 Paragraph 5 arguments against & opposing viewpoint and justifications, examples or reason/example ~ reasons Conesion Final Paragraph balanced consideration ‘or opinion Concesion Final Paragraph ‘summarise/restate your opinion 3 Look at the essay topics below, and say whether each topic asks for a mn essay or an essay suggesting ics and make a list of “for and against” essay, an opi solutions to problems. Then, choose two of the to the points you would include in an essay on each topic. 1 “Animals should be treated with the same respect as humans.” Do you agree with this view? 2. “The generation gap is one which cannot be bridged.” Discuss 3 Do you believe that equality for women means that women should also do such things as military service? 4 “One language spoken worldwide would lead to better international relations.” Discuss 5 Genetic engineering poses a number of worrying problems, both moral and practical Discuss some of these problems and suggest what could be done to overcome them. 6 “Celebrities should be allowed to keep their private lives private, without the invasion of the media.” Discuss. 4 ltr Paragraph 1 state the problem and its cause(s)/ettect(s) A Mala B _. Paragraphs 2 - 5 suggestions & results Conclusion Final Paragraph summarise your opinion 7. “Fear and ignorance are the root caus- cs of racial hatred.” Discuss this state- ment and offer some possible solutions to the problem of racial prejudice. 8 “The motion picture industry's threat- ening to destroy culture and tradi- tion.” Do you agree? 9 “Too much money is spent on sport when it could be used to help the poor.” What are your views on this issue? 10 What are the advantages and disad- vantages of our ever-increasing use of computer technology? 56 Unit 6 Discursive Essays Formal styie fe Discursive essays are written in formal style. This means you should use: passive voice, impersonal constructions (c.g. tis argued tht... ft /s.@ common belie that.) 7 a range of advanced vocabulary (verbs, adjectives, abstract nouns, etc) (2.9. heated debate conceming the controversial Issue ..) 7 formal linking words/phrases (e.g. furthermore, however, nonetheless) 7 complex sentences with a variety of inks, dependent clauses, etc (0.9. Athough ft is widely accepted that compulsory military service, which provides an army with abundent manpower, is beneficial to.@ country’s ably to defend itset, closer analysis of miltary

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