Developing arguments in depth

Turn a list of points into convincing paragraphs: explain how each claim works, support it with specific evidence, and handle the opposing view with a fair counter-argument and a strong rebuttal.

Level C1 30 min5 exercisesLesson 6 of 12 in Writing C1

Trains: IELTS Writing Task 2, TOEIC Writing – Write an opinion essay

What you'll learn

Extend a claim with an explanation that shows how and why it is true
Choose specific, realistic evidence instead of over-generalised statements or invented statistics
Present a counter-argument fairly and answer it with one of four rebuttal strategies
Write a fully developed body paragraph of about 150–190 words

Lesson content

11 steps · 5 exercises · 30 min total

1. Warm-up2 questions
2. LearnThe skill and the strategy
3. ModelSee how it's done
4. Practice 1Name the move
5. Practice 2Build a developed paragraph
6. Practice 3Strengthen the argument
7. Practice 4Concession and rebuttal language
8. Practice 5Your turn: one fully developed paragraph
9. Exam tips3 tips
10. Key vocabulary11 words
11. SummaryReview and finish

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