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FOR AND AGAINST

Structure and expressions

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DISADVANTAGES

INTRODUCTION

ADVANTAGES

CONCLUSION

General overview: introduce the topic and mention the controversy around it

Mention two or three advantages. Use linkers to create relations.

Mention two or three disadvantages. Use linkers to create relations.

General conclusion: balance advantages and disadvantages and take an option

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DISADVANTAGES

INTRODUCTION

ADVANTAGES

CONCLUSION

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  • This is a very controversial topic that has created great discussioin among people.

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  • - The idea of + noun has always been controversial and focus of discussion.

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  • (noun) is a topic that affects us in our everyday life.

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  • It is essential to be aware of the advantages and disadvantages that this topic has.

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  • (noun) is a hotly-debated and controversial topic that often divides public opinion.

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  • Today it is very common to hear about the topic of + noun phrase.

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DISADVANTAGES

INTRODUCTION

ADVANTAGES

CONCLUSION

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  • On the one hand, there are some advantages that call our attention.

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  • On the one side, we can find some aspects in favour of this topic.

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  • On the one hand, it is worth considering that…

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  • One of the main advantages that we can find is that…

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  • Those in favor consider that…

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    • NEW ARGUMENTS: Moreover, also, in adittion, what is more, last but not least,…

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DISADVANTAGES

INTRODUCTION

ADVANTAGES

CONCLUSION

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  • On the other hand, there are some disadvantages that call our attention.

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  • On the other side, we can find some aspects against this topic.

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  • On the other hand, it is worth considering that…

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  • One of the main disadvantages that we can find is that…

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  • Those against consider that…

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  • However, all that glitters is not gold.

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    • NEW ARGUMENTS: Moreover, also, in adittion, what is more, last but not least,…

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DISADVANTAGES

INTRODUCTION

ADVANTAGES

CONCLUSION

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  • In conclusion, and after analysing some aspects in favour and against the topic of (noun).

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  • Once we have analysed both sides of this controversial topic, we can conclude that…

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  • Finally, and as a way of conclusion, we can say that…

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  • In short, it is difficult to clearly take a side in this issue,…

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  • DON’T FORGET: This is the only place where you can say your opinion.

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