FCE - an Essay

It is not mandatory for an ESSAY to have a title.

• true

• false

If you entitle your essay, it may have some benefits.

• grab reader´s attention

• set the tone of the essay

• clear indication of your focus

How many paragraphs do you structure your essay into?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What is the style of an essay?

• formal

• informal

• can be both

What do you put into the first paragraph?

• arguments to support the topic

• particular examples from your own experience

• a few introductory ideas

"The benefits and harms of global tourism."

What yould be the suitable opening to follow this essay title?

• I would call global tourism an ecological nightmare. I disagree with it because of the ever present carbon footprint.

• Global tourism has grown enormously. People tend to travel often and to different places in the world.

• Travelling by plane has always been my dream. It is an enjoyable activity that takes you to new places in no time.

What should 2nd and 3rd paragraph contain?

• arguments to support the opinion and examples that support the opposite side of the argument

• your overall opinion

What should be included in the last paragraph?

• some new examples to think about

• your overall opinion

• rhetorical question

To introduce facts and opinions, it is suitable to use these expressions:

• People often find that...

• Some people believe that... on the contrary others insist...

• It is often said...

• To begin with, it is worth acknowledging that...

• Noboby could deny that...

When giving different points of view, you should:

• make it personal and use "I" and "we"

• avoid using "I" and "we"; use impersonal phrases (such as passive structures)