Discursive Essay Writing Techniques

Teacher Rosalina introduces discursive essays, focusing on their structure and purpose. The video covers types of essays in writing task 2, with a detailed look at discursive essays, which explore topics by presenting both sides of an argument without persuading the reader. A sample question is analyzed, and content points for supporting and opposing views are discussed. The structure of a discursive essay is outlined, including the introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion. The video concludes with a detailed breakdown of each paragraph's role in the essay.

What are the three types of essays mentioned in the video?

• Narrative, Descriptive, Expository

• Discursive, Argumentative, Problem Solution

• Expository, Narrative, Argumentative

• Persuasive, Analytical, Reflective

What is the main purpose of writing a discursive essay?

• To describe a process in detail

• To narrate a personal story

• To explore a topic and present both sides

• To convince the reader

In a discursive essay, what should the writer avoid doing?

• Providing personal opinions

• Exploring the topic in depth

• Convincing the reader to agree with their views

• Presenting both sides of an argument

What is the sample question discussed in the video?

• Should education be free for everyone?

• Is technology making us less human?

• A person's career choice should be based on their interest.

• Is climate change the biggest threat to humanity?

What is one reason to support the idea that career choice should be based on interest?

• It guarantees a high salary

• It is a requirement for most jobs

• It leads to job satisfaction and happiness

• It ensures job security

What is a reason to oppose the idea that career choice should be based on interest?

• All jobs are equally satisfying

• Interest is not important in a career

• High unemployment rates require flexibility

• Interest always leads to success

How many paragraphs should a discursive essay have according to the video?

• Six

• Three

• Five

• Four

What should the first paragraph of a discursive essay include?

• A hook and thesis statement

• A summary of the essay

• A detailed analysis

• A list of references

What is the purpose of the hook in the introduction?

• To summarize the essay

• To provide a conclusion

• To attract the reader's attention

• To list the main points

What should the body paragraphs of a discursive essay contain?

• Only supporting arguments

• Both supporting and opposing arguments

• A summary of the introduction

• Only opposing arguments