Simon’s ielts writing task 2

Balanced opinion
1. Introduce the topic, then explain that you have a balanced view 
2. Main paragraph: explain your views on one side of the argument 
3. Main paragraph: explain why you also recognise the opposite view 
4. Conclusion: repeat / summarise your views 
Almost balanced opinion, but favouring one side
1. Introduce the topic, then use a "while" sentence (while I accept A, I believe B) 
2. Main paragraph: explain why you accept one side of the argument 
3. Main paragraph: but explain why you still favour the opposite view 
4. Conclusion: repeat / summarise your views 
Task:
I have used all four of the 'systems' above in different essays here on the blog. Can you find and link 
to an example essay for each system? 
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Wednesday, April 26, 2017 
IELTS Writing Task 2: 'agree or disagree' essay samples 
Here are links to four of my essays, each of which demonstrates one of the four "systems" that I 
recommended in last week's lesson. 
1. “Unpaid work” to see a strong answer with two supporting ideas. 
2. “Strong opinion” to see a strong answer in which I refute the opposite view. 
3. “Traditional views” to see a balanced answer. 
4. “Festivals” to see an "almost balanced" answer, favouring one side. 
Remember:
All four systems are equally good. I don't really have a favourite one - it all depends on the question 
and the ideas that I have. However, if you prefer to choose one or two of these systems and just 
practise it / them, that's fine! 
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