Overview: a discursive essay is a type of essay that discusses a particular controversial topic or problem .
Showing posts with label IELTS and TOEFL iBT Writing Task 2. Show all posts
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How to successfully write a problem/solution essay
Overview
A problem/solution essay is a type of discursive essay that presents the problem(s) and suggests possible measures that could be taken to reduce or solve the impact of the problem. It can also clearly state the writer's own opinion.
How to successfully write an opinion essay
Overview
An opinion essay is a type of discursive essay that contains the writer's personal point of view on a chosen subject. It must also clearly state the examples or reasons to justify the writer's own opinion. This type of essay usually appears in both the IELTS and TOEFL iBT writing task 2.
How to successfully write a for and against essay?
Overview
A for and against essay is a type of discursive essay that contains the supporting as well as opposing viewpoints of a chosen subject (that is for and against a particular issue). It must also clearly state the examples or reasons to justify the supporting and opposing points. This type of essay usually appears in the IELTS or TOEFL iBT writing task 2.
The template for IELTS or TOEFL iBT Writing task 2
3773 Template
Introduction:
Introduction:
The number 3773 just means three sentences in the introduction, seven sentences in the second paragraph (for paragraph), seven in the third paragraph (against paragraph) and three in the conclusion.
Thesis statement in IELTS or TOEFL iBT Writing task 2
A thesis statement in the introduction of an opinion essay is a topic sentence (or two) that clearly states the writer's side of the argument and may briefly outline why he/she hold that position. If the essay is a kind of a for and against essay or problem-solution essay, then the thesis sentence(s) should just overview the writer's intention to tackle the topic without his/her own opinion.
Wordiness in IELTS or TOEFL iBT Writing task 2
According to Wiki (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verbosity), 'verbosity' or 'wordiness' in writing relates to the use of more words than is neccesary for 'clear' and 'concise' expression.
Generalization in writing task 2 IELTS or TOEFL iBT
Introduction
In your essay, there will be a number of generalizations and it's quite normal as the IELTS or TOEFL iBT writing task 2 does not require you to be an expert in the topic. Nevertheless, there might be over-generalization in your writing and it's not good. This is because over-generalization gives the readers the impression that you are not very thoughtful. As a result, they would not believed what you wrote. The following are statements wrote in an excessive manner and therefore will not convince your readers:
- The internet is the solution to all our problems.
- The youth can live without internet.
- Everyone uses internet nowadays.
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