Write a short text of 150 – 180 words and use for and against arguments from one of the following themes:
While writing please follow these steps:
1. Write down at least three positive points and three negative points/arguments about the topic
2. Write down a general statement of the situation in the introduction (usually the first sentence),
3. Write down your own personal opinion in the end (final paragraph).
4. Summarize both sides in a short concluding statement.
5. Use a meaningful language and pay attention to the tenses, punctuation and spelling.
To help you write your letter:
| Expressing Both Sides | Additional Arguments | Showing Contrast |
| advantages/disadvantages pros / cons/against positive / negative | What is more, In addition to ..., the ... Further | However, On the other hand, Although ....., Unfortunately, |
| Ordering | Summarizing | Expressing Your Opinion |
| Firstly / Secondly, Then, Next, Finally | To sum up, In conclusion, In summary, Last of all | In my opinion, I feel / think that ... Personally, |