English Language Writing Skills

By Danso Kwasi Nti Samuel (DAS). Study the complete course source, examine every model and practise alongside Professor Jarvis.

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Example of concern or intention to join the discussion

As a concerned citizen, I would like to express my view on the causes of teenage pregnancy

in the country.

Preparing the background for the points

Just state that there are several points of the topic. Also, state that some of the points of the

topic are; an example will help us, isn’t it? I hope it will.

Illustrative example

   1. There are several causes of teenage pregnancy in the country.

   2. There are several effects of road accidents in the country.

   3. There are several reasons to have a canteen in the school, etc.

Bringing the points and showing readiness

State that some of the ‘topics are’, then bring out your points. Let us look at examples.

Examples

   1. Some of the causes of teenage pregnancy are inadequate parental care, poverty, and

      peer influence.

   2. Some of the effects of road accidents in the country are loss of lives, loss of government

      revenue, and poverty among families.

Readiness

Just state that below are the details of the topic. Check the examples.

Examples

   1. Below are the details of the causes of teenage pregnancy in the country.

   2. Below are the details of the effects of road accidents in the country.