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Task 2 · Discussion and problem–solution

Cover every part of a two-part question. Unbalanced essays lose Task Response marks.

Lesson

  • Discuss both views + opinion: give each view a paragraph, then your view in the second body or a short third paragraph.
  • Problem–solution: do not spend 80% of the essay on problems. Pair each problem with a realistic solution.
  • Causes and effects: keep the chain logical. One cause, one effect, one example is better than a list.
  • Use a concession sentence so the other view sounds fair, then show why your position is stronger.
Question 1 of 1

A prompt asks you to discuss both views and give your own opinion. An essay that only argues for one view will mainly lose marks in