Argumentative

introduction that contains a thesis statement to help you state your stance

Each paragraph should carry 1 supporting argument that reinforces your stand.

and each is build upon the previous one, leading reader logically towards your conclusion

Use Facts, statistics, examples, testimonies to support your answer and make it more credible and persuasive.


Discursive Essay

Introduction Para

  • Share an insight or observation regarding the issue. Why is this issue worth discussing? What are the implications of the issue? You can also use 5W1H questions to help you generate ideas.
  • Define your scope of discussion and if needed, define the keywords in the topic by setting out what is meant by, for instance, “young people” and “for the better”.

Personal Recount

OCCR if this is not present, you will not get band 5

  • Opening, conflict, climax, resolution.

Descriptive / Explanation

  • Intro + Main Ideas / Factors (PEEL) 1, 2, 3 + Conclusion