Advantages and Disadvantages Essay

What is the best structure for an Advantages and Disadvantages essay?

• Introduction - mixed paragraphs discussing both advantages and disadvantages - conclusion

• Introduction - one paragraph for advantages - one paragraph for disadvantages - conclusion

• Introduction - two paragraphs for advantages - one paragraph for disadvantages - conclusion

Which phrase is useful for introducing an advantage?

• "In contrast…"

• "On the other hand…"

• "One of the main benefits is…"

"Due to the high demands of big companies in the city, working here is more stressful."

=> Is this an advantage or disadvantage of working in the city?

• 
  A disadvantage

• 
  An advantage

• Neither. This is an opinion.

Your second paragraph is about the advantages.

=> What else should be in this paragraph?

• The topic sentence, the supporting sentences to explain the disadvantages, and examples.

• The topic sentence, the supporting sentences to explain the advantages, and examples.

• The topic sentence, the supporting sentences, and the conclusion of the essay.

What is an appropriate phrase to use when concluding an advantages and disadvantages essay?

• One major advantage (of + topic (noun phrase)) + is that …

• Although this offers some great benefits, it also has some drawbacks, which will be discussed in this essay.

• There is a growing concern aboutThere is a growing concern about.......

• To summarize, …

Which option is a suitable topic sentence for discussing disadvantages in the body of the essay?

• Topic (noun phrase) + has significant drawbacks, such as …

• Furthermore, + clause (Second advantage)

• The main advantages of + topic (noun phrase) + are + (noun phrase).

• This essay will examine the advantages and disadvantages of + noun phrase.

Based on the topic sentence below, what should you write about in your body paragraph?

Topic sentence: "The main advantages of giving children pocket money are teaching them the value of money and how to be responsible for their money."

• Different reasons why parents do not give their kids pocket money

• Many reasons why kids should receive pocket money

• How pocket money teaches kids the value of money and responsibility

"The city offers a greater number of employment opportunities."

=> Is this an advantage or disadvantage of working in the city?

• A disadvantage

• An advantage

• Neither. This is an opinion.

What is a common mistake in the conclusion?

• 
  Summarizing the main points

• 
  Restating the thesis statement

• Introducing an advantage or disadvantage

• Using formal language

How many body paragraphs should one write?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1