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Exercise 1

Here's a map we could use to structure an argumentative essay that makes the case that mobile phones should be banned in schools:

1. Use the mobile phones map to construct a short essay.  We'll provide all the pieces of text you need - your job is to work out where to place each claim in the essay.

Click here to proceed. An editable word processing document containing the map, box contents, essay template, and prompts will open in a new window.

Hints

• The introduction should clearly state the position you're arguing for
• The body should be split into paragraphs that each develop one main line of thought
• The conclusion should restate the position

2. Check your work against the model answer.

Set 6 - Essays • Second page • Third page • Ordering ideas • Exercise 1 • Signposting • Exercise 2 • Final

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