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Unit 3
Conservation
Writing workshop
Part 1—Lead in
Lead in
In today’s lesson, we are going to write a “for” and “against” essay on one of the statements.
You can discuss and list the arguments for and against the statements. Then share your ideas.
Lead in
Lead in
In this lesson, we’ll learn how to write a “for” and “against” essay.
Part 2—Words and expressions
essay
/ ese /
n. 论说文;散文
e.g. This essay is just not good enough.
Words and Expressions
organic
/ ɡ n k/
adj. 不使用化肥的,有机的,绿色的
e.g. Add plenty of organic matter to improve the soil.
Words and Expressions
involve
/ n v lv/
vt. 包含,需要
e.g. We'll make our decision and contact the people involved.
Words and Expressions
institute
/ nst tju t/
n. 机构;研究院
e.g. Mr. Lin is associate director of the Institute.
Words and Expressions
poultry
/ p ltri/
n. 家禽肉,家禽
e.g. Eat plenty of fish and poultry.
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billion
/ b lj n/
n. 十亿
e.g. Worldwide sales look set to top$ 1 billion.
Words and Expressions
opponent
/ p n nt/
n. 反对者;对手,敌手
e.g. The wrestler put his opponent into a head hold.
Words and Expressions
cruel
/ kru l/
adj. 残忍的
e.g. It is cruel to keep animals in confined spaces.
Words and Expressions
instance
/ nst ns/
n. 例子,实例
e.g. This is only one instance out of many.
Words and Expressions
for instance 例如
claim
/kle m/
vt. 声称;断言;主张
n. 声称;(根据权利而提出的)要求
e.g. They claim to be the party of law and order.
Words and Expressions
chemical
/ kem kl/
n. 化学品
adj. 化学的
e.g. Use of these chemicals may present a fire risk.
Words and Expressions
drug
/dr ɡ/
n. 药物,药材;毒品
e.g. This drug is used to lower blood pressure.
Words and Expressions
sum
/s m/
vt. 概括,总结
n. 金额,款项;总数
e.g. The sum of all the angles of a triangle is 180 degrees.
Words and Expressions
sum up 概括,总结
Part 3—Before writing
Before reading, let’s predict these questions.
Read for writing
1 What is the main topic of the essay
2 What are the main arguments and supporting details used “for” and “against” factory farming
3 What is the writer’s opinion about factory farming
Let’s read.
Read for writing
Factory farming involves keeping farm animals inside building to increase the production of meat or eggs. According to an Institute, “ 74% of the world’s poultry, 43% of its beef and 68% of its eggs are produced in this way.”
After reading, let’s check the answers.
Read for writing
1 What is the main topic of the essay
The pros and cons of factory farming.
After reading, let’s check the answers.
Read for writing
2 What are the main arguments and supporting details used “for” and “against” factory farming
for: Apart from being a lot cheaper than organic farming, it provides more food for a world population that has already reached seven billion.
against: Opponents of factory farming say that it is cruel to the animals.
After reading, let’s check the answers.
Read for writing
3 What is the writer’s opinion about factory farming
We should try to reduce this kind of farming, although we should have to pay more for our eggs and meat.
Focus on structure and language
You should know these sentences!
1. The main argument for factory farming is that, apart from being a lot cheaper than traditional or organic farming.
2. On the other hand, opponents of factory say that it is cruel to the animals.
3. Moreover, factory-farmed animals suffer from fewer diseases than those living outside.
4. To sum up, despite producing cheap food, factory farming is bad for the planet and for the animals themselves.
Focus on structure and language
Read the essay again. Match the functions to each paragraph.
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Focus on structure and language
Which of the linking expressions in the Sentence Builder has the following function
Sentence Builder
Linking Expressions
1 according to
According to an institute, “74% of the world’s poultry... are produced in this way.”
2 moreover
Moreover, factory-farmed animals suffer from fewer diseases...
3 on the other hand
On the other hand, opponents of factory farming say that it is cruel to the animals.
4 for instance
For instance, many farm animals are kept in small spaces where they can hardly move.
5 in addition to
In addition to this, factory farming has a negative impact o the environment.
6 in my opinion
In my opinion, we should try to reduce this kind of farming, although we would have to pay more for our eggs and meat.
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1
3
Write 2-3 arguments on the statemet “ We should only have organic farming.” or “We should not use any animal products for food or clothing.” Use the Sentence Builder to help you.
Focus on structure and language
Sentence Builder
Linking Expressions
according to
According to an institute, “74% of the world’s poultry... are produced in this way.”
moreover
Moreover, factory-farmed animals suffer from fewer diseases...
on the other hand
On the other hand, opponents of factory farming say that it is cruel to the animals.
for instance
For instance, many farm animals are kept in small spaces where they can hardly move.
in addition to
In addition to this, factory farming has a negative impact o the environment.
in my opinion
In my opinion, we should try to reduce this kind of farming, although we would have to pay more for our eggs and meat.
Focus on structure and language
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②
③
Example:
Moreover, one is given the chance to learn and become fluent in another language through everyday use.
In addition, many people become more independent by having to cope with difficult situations on their own.
……
Part 4—While writing
Search online to find data that can support your argument.
While writing
Attention!
While writing
Attention!
While writing
In a For and Against Essay, a topic is considered from opposing points of view.
Attention!
While writing
In this type of essay:
There are normally 4 paragraphs:
1. Introduction
2. Arguments for/ against
3. Arguments against/ for
4. Conclusion
Attention!
While writing
1. Introductory paragraph
Here, you state the topic. This means that you talk generally about the topic without giving your opinion.
Attention!
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Techniques for beginnings
Make reference to a strange scene or situation.
Address the reader directly.
Ask a rhetorical question.
Start with a quotation.
Attention!
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2. Arguments for
Here, you write the advantages, along with your justification.
Attention!
While writing
3. Arguments against
Here, you write the advantages, along with your justification.
Attention!
While writing
4. Closing paragraph
Here, you give either your opinion or a balanced consideration of the topic.
Attention!
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Techniques for endings
State a personal opinion.
Give the reader something to consider.
End with a quotation.
End with a rethorical question.
Complete the outline of your essay on the statement you have chosen based on Activity 3.
While writing
Paragraph 4: __________________
Use your outline and the Writing Help to write your first draft. Make sure that the sentences and paragraphs are properly linked.
While writing
Part 5—After writing
Edit your essay in pairs. Then share what you have written in class.
After writing
Part 6—Homework
Recite the key expressions and sentences.
Complete and rewrite your writing.
Homework