Paper 2: Argumentative Essay Planning

Build confidence with developing a clear thesis and line of reasoning. Strengthen concession clauses through the Essay Extract reading task, then apply your learning in writing: Plan an argumentative essay: 'Schools should start later in the morning.' Plan a clear position, develop it with relevant support, and review your register before submitting.

Developing a clear thesis and line of reasoning

Vocabulary

Grammar

Reading

Writing

Listening

Consolidation

Word Cards

thesisTap to flip

the main position an essay will argue

Use “thesis” accurately when explaining your ideas.

concessionTap to flip

an acknowledgement of an opposing point

Use “concession” accurately when explaining your ideas.

counterargumentTap to flip

a reason against your main position

Use “counterargument” accurately when explaining your ideas.

justifyTap to flip

to give reasons that support a decision

Use “justify” accurately when explaining your ideas.

justifyTap to flip

to give reasons that support a choice

In a Public health task, use justify when you select relevant details for a defined purpose.

nuanceTap to flip

a small but important difference in meaning

In a Public health task, use nuance when you select relevant details for a defined purpose.

coherentTap to flip

logical and easy to follow

In a Public health task, use coherent when you select relevant details for a defined purpose.

implicationTap to flip

an idea suggested rather than directly stated

In a Public health task, use implication when you select relevant details for a defined purpose.

Matching Game

Click a word, then click its matching definition.