Answer — Exercise 4
9.7 - Writing ·Focus 5 (2nd edition) - Student's Book
Question
Complete the WRITING FOCUS with the phrases in purple in the box.
Answer
Summarise the current or recent situation.
- In recent years ...
Make a general point that most people would agree with.
- It is a well-known fact that ...
State that the issue is complicated, controversial or causes disagreement.
- There is seemingly no simple answer to the question of ...
- There is considerable debate as to whether ...
Summarise opposing views on the issue.
- Supporters (of) ... argue that ..., whereas critics believe ...
Summarise your own opinion at the end (opinion essay).
- I am inclined to believe that ...