Discursive Essay

Part A, Task 1: How many sentences are in each sample introduction paragraph?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

"While some people believe governments should be responsible for improving the health of their nation, others believe it is up to the individual."

What is the purpose of this sentence in Sample A?

• Grabbing the reader's attention

• The thesis Statement

• Move towards specific information

• Give background details

"This essay will examine both sides of the argument."

What is the purpose of this sentence is Sample A?

• Overview

• Thesis Statement

• Topic Sentence

• Background information

"It is often argued that the State should take the responsibility of ensuring a healthy lifestyle of its citizens."

What is the purpose of this sentence in Sample B?

• Grabbing the reader's attention

• The thesis Statement

• Move towards specific information

• Give background details

In Sample B which sentence is the Thesis Statement?

• 1st

• 2nd

• 3rd

• 4th

"However, others believe that the ones lie on the person to lead a healthy, stress-free life."

What is the purpose of this sentence in Sample B?

• Grabbing the reader's attention

• The thesis statement

• Move towards specific information

• Give background details

What is the purpose of the first sentence is Sample C?

"Some people believe that it is government’s responsibility to ensure that their citizens stay healthy, while others argue that it is the responsibility of concerned individual."

What is the purpose of this sentence in Sample C?

• Grabbing the reader's attention

• The thesis statement

• Move towards specific information

• Give background details

The thesis statement in Sample C is. . .

(type the answer)

What is the order of the sentences in the image?

(just type the letters, no spaces)