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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The main body

Summary

     1. Use transitions to introduce the points and proof the claim of the points by following

        step 2

2.     Putting together

                                    Topic sentence

                            Major supporting sentence

                            Minor supporting sentences
                               1.    Supporting details
                               2.    Use statistics
                               3.    Results
                               4.    Effects
                               5.    Solution
                            Each sentence should explain each other
                            by proving each claim

                                     Conclusion
                            Definite statement of view on claim made
                            or topic sentence

Using statistics in debate

Statistics are facts and figures that explain claims. They are important as they make claims

to be verifiably true. The use of statistics is important for argumentative essays and

speeches.