exposition+writing+test

The assessment is tomorrow. You have to write 300 words on **one** of the following topics. You have to agree or disagree with the topic:

1) Australia is a racist country. 2) Cosmetic surgery is never necessary. 3) Mobile phones can be dangerous. 4) Money can never buy happiness. 5) Marriage is difficult for many people. 6) Smoking should be banned in Australia.

There are two parts to the test. In part one, you have to write an outline. The outline is a plan for your essay. It must include: 1) The topic 2) Statement of position (do you agree or disagree) 2) Series of arguments (why do you agree or disagree - at least five different reasons) 3) Restatement of position (a conclusion where you give your opinion again)

In part two, you have to write the essay. It must be at least 300 words long. Also: 1) You have to explain your arguments, give facts and information (example: 'Smoking should be banned in Australia because smoking kills 5 million people worldwide every year.') 2) You have to use linkers (eg. in addition, furthermore) 3) You have to use topic sentences. 4) You have to use words like 'because,' 'for this reason,' etc. 5) You have to use good grammar. 6) You have to show your opinion ('I would argue that...,' 'it is obvious that...') 7) You have to use correct punctuation. 8) You have to spell most words correctly. 9) You have to write your letters clearly.

Remember that you can use a dictionary during the test, and you can bring notes. DO NOT bring a whole essay with you and copy it to the test paper.

You should do research on the Internet about your topic, write some notes down, and bring those notes to class on Friday.