A For and Against Essay
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Complete the sentences with the connectors below.
although • despite • in addition to • furthermore • however
1. ……………………… having a great sense of humour, he’s good-looking.
2. My sister and I are twins. ……………………… , we don’t look alike at all.
3. Good friends have usually got many common interests. ……………………… , they usually
spend a lot of time together.
4. ……………………… my brother often gets on my nerves, I love him dearly.
5. They keep in touch, ……………………… the fact that they live in different countries.
2
Look at the plan of a for and against essay and at the sentences that follow. The sentences
are from a for
and against essay about using Internet dating sites to meet people. Match the sentences
to the correct paragraphs in the plan.
A FOR AND AGAINST ESSAY
Paragraph 1 – states the issue
Paragraphs 2 and 3 – present arguments for and against, giving examples
Paragraph 4 – summarises the topic, and states the writer’s opinion
…… a. On the other hand, since you can’t see the person you’re chatting with, how do you know
who that person really is?
…… b. An increasing number of people are using Internet dating sites to meet people. The
question is if this is a good idea.
…… c. Some people believe that online dating is safe if you use good judgement.
…… d. For example, an adult man can pretend to be a young teenager.
…… e. To sum up, online dating isn’t very safe.
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Now write your own for and against essay about using Internet dating sites to meet
people.
Use 100-150 words.
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