TAILIEUCHUNG - Barron's writing for the toefl ibt part 22

In order to plan their responses 10 rhe writing topics, students need to be able to formulate opinions on these topics- They must get used to thinking about and describing reasons and advantages or disadvantages. In small groups, students can brainstorm and discuss their ideas on the writing topics presented throughout the book and in the Appendix. | Writing Skills Independent Task 149 Essay Topic 70 Some people think that the automobile has improved modern life. Others think that the automobile has caused serious problems. What is your opinion Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer. 150 Writing for the TOEFL ÍBT Step 2 Write WRITE THE INTRODUCTION You need two things to write a good introduction. You need to have an opinion on the topic and you need to have topic sentences for each of the paragraphs. Your opinion will tell the reader what you think about the subject the summary of the topic sentences will guide your reader through your essay. State Your Opinion The introduction to your essay should tell the reader what your opinion is on the topic. The Independent Task is a personal essay. Your ideas on a topic are important. The readers are interested in what you have to say. There is however no right or wrong opinion. The readers look to see how you express your opinion whatever it is. You can express your opinion by using set phrases or by varying the verbs adjectives and adverbs you use. On the Independent Task you must show semantic and syntactic variety in your language to score high. This section will help you give your writing more variety. Here are some examples of set phrases that you can use to express your opinion. Set Phrases In my opinion It is my opinion that According to me I believe To my way of thinking I think In my view It seems to me that To me It appears that From my point of view To my mind EXAMPLES In my opinion university students must attend classes. According to me one must change with the times. To me there is nothing more important than good health. It is my opinion that one learns by example. It seems to me that a good neighbor is one who respects your privacy. It appears that all the information one needs is available on computer. Writing Skills Independent Task 151 PRACTICE 1 Give your opinion about these topics. Use the phrases suggested. 1. Peoples lives are

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