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WorksheetsAVTC 5 - Lesson 7 - Opinion Essays
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 13mins
Which question prompt asks for your opinion?
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe getting a job straight after school is better. Discuss both views.
Some students work while studying. This often results in lacking time for education and constantly feeling under pressure.
What are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.
What information about an IELTS Opinion essay is INCORRECT?
You should not use an informal writing style.
You should only give your opinion about one side of the given statement.
You should write at least 250 words.
You should not give any irrelevant examples or reasons.
Drag and drop the following options to the correct boxes to make a complete outline for an IELTS Opinion essay
TRUE or FALSE
In the background sentence, students can introduce the topic by copying the statement from the question prompt.
True
False
TRUE or FALSE
In the thesis statement, students should give detailed reasons and examples.
True
False
TRUE or FALSE
In the thesis statement, students should give their opinion about the given statement.
True
False
TRUE or FALSE
In the thesis statement, students should give their opinion about the given statement.
True
False
Drag and drop the following words and phrases to make a complete Introduction for a Partly Agree/ Disagree essay.
Writing prompt: Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
(Background sentence): (a) (b) that (c) is (d) (e) .
Drag and drop the following words and phrases to make a complete Introduction for a Partly Agree/ Disagree essay.
Writing prompt: Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
(Thesis statement): (a) , (b) (c) (d) (e) for several reasons .
What is the Topic sentence of one body paragraph?
Writing Prompt: Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is true to a certain extent that a university degree can enhance a person's career prospects.
First, a university degree provides knowledge and skills that are relevant to many professions.
For example, a degree in computer science can teach students programming languages and software development, which are highly valued by employers in the tech industry.
Besides, a university degree can show that a person is committed and hardworking.
What is the best structure for a body paragraph?
Writing Prompt: Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
- 1st Argument
- 2nd Argument
- Details (Facts, Examples, Results, etc.)
- 1st Argument
– Details (Facts, Examples, Results, etc.)
– 2nd Argument
– Details (Facts, Examples, Results, etc.)
- Topic sentence
- 1st Argument
- 2nd Argument
- Details (Facts, Examples, Results, etc.)
- Topic sentence –
1st Argument
– Details (Facts, Examples, Results, etc.)
– 2nd Argument
– Details (Facts, Examples, Results, etc.)
Drag and drop the supporting sentences to their correct functions.
a. First, a university degree provides knowledge and skills that are relevant to many professions. --> (a)
b. A study by Georgetown University found that individuals with a bachelor's degree earn about 84% more than those with only a high school diploma. --> (b)
c. For example, a degree in computer science can teach students programming languages and software development, which are highly valued by employers in the tech industry. --> (c)
d. This is because a university education focuses on developing the necessary skills and abilities for various professions, such as critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving. --> (d)
e. Therefore, a university education not only enhances career prospects but can also contribute to overall job satisfaction and well-being. --> (e)
Reorder the sentences to make a complete body paragraph.
However, a university degree is not always necessary for achieving career success.
First, many successful professionals have achieved their career goals without a university degree.
For example, Steve Jobs and Bill Gates dropped out of college and built successful companies.
In addition, many industries, such as the creative arts, do not require formal education but talent and experience.
Many actors, musicians, and writers have proved that they can achieve success through hard work, networking, and raw talent, rather than a degree.
Choose the correct purpose of each statement in the concluding paragraph:
Writing prompt: Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
1. In short, a university degree can be crucial for achieving success in certain situations, it does not always hold true. (a)
2. Individuals should also have motivation, industry-specific skills, and practical experience to increase their chances of success in their chosen field. (b)
