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Presentation On IELTS Essay Writing

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A guide to writing the main ideas for the IELTS Academic and General Essay

Barry R / Dubai

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  1. Writing the Main Paragraphs
  2. Writing the Main Paragraphs Each main paragraph should have an identical structure. For agree/disagree, advantage only, disadvantage only, solution and reasons why essays, the target length is between 50 and 70 words per paragraph For advantage/disadvantage, "both sides of the argument" and reasons+solutions essays the paragraph length should be 100 words The content must relate only to the topic of the paragraph The content should be interesting
  3. TEE The TEE structure is used for all main idea paragraphs • Topic Explain (or discuss) Example
  4. Paragraph Structure for an Advantage/Disadvantage, Both Sides of the Argument Essay There are a number of ...... . Discuss the advantages separately in the form of topic sentence and two or three supporting sentences for each advantage. You should write two or three advantages . Sentences containing an example related to the last advantage The same structure is used for disadvantages and other side of the argument
  5. Paragraph Structure for a agree or disgree essay. This type is where you argue your postion. Always write three paragraphs. First main — reason (1) why you agree or disagree, support it with text and example Second main — reason (2) why you agree or disagree, support it with text and example Third main — one argument that takes the opposite view, then say why it is wrong (dismiss
  6. Paragraph Structure There are a number of advantages... Two or three ideas - six sentences Example — one or two sentences
  7. Paragraph Structure for all other types of essay • Topic Sentence for this paragraph • Sentences to explain, discuss or talk about your idea • Sentences containing an example related to the topic of the paragraph
  8. Paragraph Structure Topic — one sentence Explain — two or three sentences Example — one or two sentences
  9. Paragraph Structure Topic — one sentence Explain — four or five sentences
  10. Typical Question — Solution Type Typical Question: Most cities experience major traffic problems. How can these problems be solved? Write at least 250 words. Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own knowledge and experience.
  11. Solutions (your ideas) 1) Improve the road infrastructure 2) Ban cars from city centres 3) Provide a comprehensive public transport service in cities 4) Have toll gates on all roads into the city 5) Change working practices to have flexible working hours
  12. Main Paragraph - 1 • The first solution is concerned with improving the infrastructure of the road network. <now write some ideas, thoughts, explanation to support this idea> <now write an appropriate example>
  13. Main Paragraph - 1 • Cities should have a modern and comprehensive road infrastructure. <now write some ideas, thoughts, explanation to support this idea> <now write an appropriate example>
  14. Main Paragraph - 2 • The second solution relates to banning cars from city centres. <now write some ideas, thoughts, explanation to support this idea> <now write an appropriate example>
  15. Main Paragraph - 2 • Cars should be banned from city centres. <now write some ideas, thoughts, explanation to support this idea> <now write an appropriate example>
  16. Main Paragraph - 3 • The final solution relates to the provision of an appropriate public transport system. <now write some ideas, thoughts, explanation to support this idea> <now write an appropriate example>
  17. Main Paragraph - 3 • All cities should have an appropriate public transport system. <now write some ideas, thoughts, explanation to support this idea> <now write an appropriate example>
  18. Question: Before new medications and drugs are made available to people, animals, such as dogs, monkeys and rats, are used for testing purposes. Some people think that using animals to test new drugs should be banned. Do you agree or disagree?
  19. Sample Main Paragraph (without an example) Quite clearly, it is necessary to use animals for new-drug testing as testing with people is not appropriate. Untested drugs cannot be given to patients. Obviously, it would be much worse to test new drugs on adults and children, or to let people die because there was not enough information about the effects of using a drug. Many animal rights activists have stated that this is cruel, which, in a very few cases, might be true. However, there is legislation in most countries which sets standards for animal treatment. Also, laboratories have guidelines to prevent cruelty..
  20. Using animals for new-drug testing is necessary. Testing with people is clearly inappropriate and untested drugs cannot be given to patients, so what choice is there but to use animals? It can never be acceptable to let people die of an illness when there might be a medication available, but it cannot be used because there was not enough information about its side-effects.
  21. Question Medical procedures for cosmetic purposes should not be allowed. Do you agree or disagree? Write at least 250 words. Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own knowledge and experience
  22. Sample Main Paragraph (with an example) Cosmetic medical procedures can cause severe health problems. Although cosmetic medical procedures can be used for beautification, it is nevertheless important to understand that the introduction of new tissue into the body can lead to various chronic conditions. This is likely to decrease a person's quality of life immensely. A prime example of such a condition is the development of skin cancer after the introduction of skin-grafts for facial modification. This is affecting a significant number of people throughout the developed world.
  23. Question What are the advantages and disadvantages of older people living in specialised retirement homes? Write at least 250 words. Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own knowledge and experience
  24. Main paragraph content - 1 There are a number of advantages of older people living in specialised retirement homes. The first advantage is concerned with the availability of health services. <discuss this issue>. The second advantage relates to the provision of catering facilities. <discuss the issue>. The third advantage is associated with social issues. <discuss the issue>. <give example to cover the last advantages>
  25. Main paragraph content - 2 There are, however, a number of disadvantages of older people living in specialised retirement homes. The first is concerned with family issues. <discuss this issue>. The second disadvantage relates to the personal care and attention. <discuss the issue>. The third disadvantage is concerned with religious duties.<discuss the issue>. <give example to cover one or more disadvantages>
  26. Reasons why with solution essay. In many areas of the world there are a large number of illiterate adults. Why has this happened? How can this problem be solved?
  27. Main paragraph content - 1 There are a number of reasons why this has occurred. The first reason is concerned with .. . <discuss this issue>. The second reason relates to . <discuss the issue>. The third reason is associated with <discuss the issue>. <give example to cover one or more reasons>
  28. Main paragraph 2 content There are a number of solutions to this has problem. The first solution is concerned with <discuss this issue>. The second solution relates to <discuss the issue>. The third solution is associated with ... <discuss the issue>. <give example to cover one or more reasons>
  29. Or Main paragraph 2 content There is only one realistic solutions to this problem. <discuss this issue>. <give an example>
  30. Question Many students do not complete their school education. Why is this? How can the problem be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.
  31. Most students who do not complete school do so because of family problems and issues. Some parents are not interested in education and do not provide financial, emotional and practical support for their children to study. Education is usually compulsory but, despite this, some parents and guardians have no interest in whether or not their son or daughter actually attend. Teenage girls, especially in developing countries, are often encouraged to leave school, get married and start a family..
  32. Furthermore, low-level jobs are often available to teenagers even if they do not have a good education. The third reason is pressure to earn money. Some families are poor and need their children to work in order to increase the income. All these problems will create young people who do not have any skills and who will not be able to improve their lives for their family, community or their country.
  33. There are several things that can be done about these problems. Parents should be encouraged to send their children to school. Schools with baby-minding facilities should be opened specially for married students. The government needs to stress the importance of education and even offer financial support to students to continue. This will encourage students to stay at school rather than start working.
  34. Question Drug abuse is a problem in many countries. What are the effects of drug abuse and how can this problem be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.
  35. Introduction Drug abuse has been prevalent in many countries for at least 200 years. Billions of dollars are spent internationally preventing drug use, treating addicts, and fighting drug-related crime. Although drugs threaten many societies, their effects can also be combated successfully. This essay looks at some of the effects of drug use on society, and suggests some solutions to the problem.
  36. Main idea Drug abuse creates multiple problems for countries and communities. The medical and psychological effects are very obvious. Quite clearly, addicts cannot function as normal members of society. They neglect or abuse their families, and eventually require expensive treatment and hospitalization. The second effect is on crime. Huge police resources are needed to fight smuggling and drug-dealing. Criminal gangs and mafia underworlds develop with the money from drug sales.
  37. However, the menace of drugs can be fought. Education is the first battle. Children need to be frequently told at home and in school about the dangers of drug-taking. Everyone needs to be aware of the effects so that they can avoid them. A second approach is to increase police manpower and enforce laws to stop drug dealers. Finally, and most importantly, the main target should be the drug-user. Families and counsellors need to talk to children and young people at risk. Parents need to ensure that their children become responsible adults. Governments need to provide worthwhile jobs and housing to give young people a role in society.
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