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    Essay Structures

    1. Introduction
    3 sentences
    2. Body paragraph 1
    5 sentences
    Topic - idea 1 – detail 1 – idea 2 – detail 2
    3. Body paragraph 2
    5 sentences
    Topic - idea 1 – detail 1 – idea 2 – detail 2
    4. Conclusion
    3 sentences

    Introduction
    Sentence #1 (General sentence)
    In modern times, the issue of……has become highly controversial.

    In the modern era, ……… have/has become an essential part of everyday our life.

    These days, more and more………… is/are………

    An increasing concern for many people around the world is ………

    One of the most topical issues is modern society is …………

    Sentence #2 (Contrast sentence)


    There are those who say that ……..….. , however others believe that …………
    It is often said that ……….. , however others feel that …………
    Many commentors are of the view that ………….. , whereas others feel that …………
    While a common opinion is that ………. , others people feel that …………
    While it can be argued that …………, another opinion is that …………

    Sentence #3 (Thesis sentence)


    In this essay I will examine/elucidate/discuss both sides if the argument and provide
    relevant evidence with my overall opinion regarding ……
    This essay will examine both sides of the arguments and provide relevant evidence with
    an overall opinion regarding ……
    Body Paragraph 1

    Sentence (Topic sentence)


    Generally speaking, there is/are a wide range of/variety of/two main/a number of why
    people believe that ……….

    Sentence (Idea sentence)


    Perhaps the main reason why people are favor of…….. is because……….
    Perhaps the main reason why people think that…….. is because……….
    A further point in favor of/against ………. Is that……….

    Sentence (Detail sentence)


    Example, For example, A good illustration of this is that, This is because, As a result,

    Body Paragraph 2

    Sentence (Topic sentence)


    Despite these arguments, there is also a case for the idea that………………..
    Despite these arguments, many people feel that………….. for a number of reasons

    Sentence (Idea sentence)


    Sentence (Detail sentence)
    Sentence (Another Idea sentence)
    Sentence (Detail sentence)
    Conclusion

    Sentence (Conclusion sentence)


    In conclusion, it must be said that ……… has become a complex issue with no easy
    solutions.
    In conclusion, this…… is a topic which is very relevant to modern society.
    In conclusion, this…… is a topic with raises strong passions on both sides of the
    argument.

    Sentence (Conclusion sentence)


    That said, I (do not) feel that ……………
    Despite arguments to the contrary, I feel that …………
    Having considered both sides of the issue, I would argue that……….

    Linking Words

    1. Introducing an Idea/Paragraph
    • Firstly
    • Secondly
    • To begin with
    • In the first place
    • Moreover
    • Furthermore
    • Additionally
    • Another point to consider is
    • Not only that, but also
    • On top of that

    2. Giving Examples
    • For example,
    • For instance,
    • Such as
    • Namely
    • To illustrate
    • In other words
    • Specifically
    • Take the case of
    • As an example,

    3. Adding Information
    • Also
    • Moreover
    • Furthermore
    • In addition
    • What is more
    • Not only that
    • Similarly
    • Besides this

    4. Contrasting Ideas
    • However
    • On the other hand
    • Nevertheless
    • Nonetheless
    • Although
    • Even though
    • Despite
    • In spite of
    • Whereas
    • While
    • Conversely

    5. Showing Cause and Effect


    • Because
    • Since
    • As
    • Therefore
    • Thus
    • Consequently
    • As a result,
    • For this reason
    • Owing to
    • Due to

    6. Comparing Ideas
    • Similarly
    • Likewise
    • In the same way
    • In comparison
    • By contrast
    • On the contrary

    7. Expressing Purpose
    • To
    • In order to
    • So that
    • For the purpose of
    8. Emphasizing a Point
    • Indeed
    • In fact
    • Obviously
    • Clearly
    • Importantly
    • Undoubtedly
    • Without a doubt

    9. Concluding
    • In conclusion
    • To conclude
    • To summarize
    • In summary
    • All things considered
    • On balance
    • Overall
    • In short

    10. Expressing Opinions


    • In my opinion
    • I believe that
    • From my perspective
    • It seems to me that
    • As far as I am concerned
    • I would argue that
    • Personally
    11. Showing Time/Sequence
    • Subsequently
    • Thereafter
    • After that
    • Meanwhile
    • At the same time
    • Then
    • Afterwards
    • Before

    12. Highlighting Advantages/Disadvantages


    Advantages:
    • The main advantage is
    • One of the key benefits is
    • A major positive aspect is
    Disadvantages:
    • The main drawback is
    • One of the major downsides is
    • A significant disadvantage is

    Using these linking words effectively can improve the coherence and cohesion of your
    essay. Ensure they fit the context and don’t overuse them!

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