Essay Structure
True or False: A thesis statement is optional in your introduction paragraph.
FALSE!
Make this expression more academic: “It’s”
It is
Which is the largest international airport in the UK?
Heathrow Airport
True or False: A well-structured paragraph will contain more than one central point or claim.
Make this expression more academic: “I believe that…”
It can be argued that… or It is suggested that…
Which UK city has the largest student population outside London?
Manchester
Explain what a counterargument is.
An opposing viewpoint that challenges your main argument.
Make this expression more academic: “Many cities have a big problem.”
Many cities face a significant challenge.
Write CAS in full.
Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies.
Why do we need to include counterarguments in an argumentative essay?
Example answers: strengthen your argument, show your awareness of different perspectives, show your critical thinking skills.
Make this expression more academic: “So some people think…”
Therefore, some argue that...
Student visa holders can usually work up to how many hours per week during term time?
20 hours.
Why do we need to include a refutation in an argumentative essay?
A refutation explains why the opposing argument is weak or less valid, reinforcing your own position.
Write a grammatically correct sentence using hedging language.
: )
What is the Union Jack?
The national flag of the United Kingdom.