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Free Abitur English practice pack: argumentative writing on the promise and risks of science and technology, with model structure.
- Niveau / Level
- B2–C1 (GER/CEFR)
- Für / For
- Abitur
- Fertigkeiten / Skills
- Schreiben / Writing
- Schwerpunkt / Focus
- Argumentative writing
- Aufgaben / Tasks
- 5
- Kosten / Cost
- kostenlos, ohne Anmeldung / free, no sign-up
Essay question: "Some people believe that scientific and technological progress, especially artificial intelligence, will solve humanity's biggest problems, while others believe it creates as many problems as it solves. Discuss both views and give your own opinion."
📘 Reference Guide: Connectives for Argumentation
Adding a point — in addition, furthermore, what is more.
Example: "Furthermore, remote work has changed how people define success."
Example: "Furthermore, remote work has changed how people define success."
Contrasting a point — however, on the other hand, in contrast.
Example: "On the other hand, some argue that ambition drives innovation."
Example: "On the other hand, some argue that ambition drives innovation."
Showing cause and effect — as a result, consequently, this leads to.
Example: "As a result, many young professionals report higher rates of burnout."
Example: "As a result, many young professionals report higher rates of burnout."
Conceding a point — although, while it is true that, admittedly.
Example: "Although ambition can be exhausting, it also gives people a sense of purpose."
Example: "Although ambition can be exhausting, it also gives people a sense of purpose."
Concluding — in conclusion, overall, to sum up.
Example: "In conclusion, a healthy balance of ambition and rest seems most beneficial."
Example: "In conclusion, a healthy balance of ambition and rest seems most beneficial."
Exercise 1 · Order the Essay Structure
Click the paragraph descriptions below in the correct order to build a well-structured argumentative essay responding to the question above. Click a filled slot to send it back.
💡 Prüfungstipp / Exam tip: List your "for" and "against" points before you decide your own opinion — starting from a conclusion tends to produce a one-sided essay, which examiners mark down as unbalanced.
Exercise 2 · Structure Quiz
Answer the following questions about good argumentative essay structure.
Exercise 3 · Match the Connectives
Match each sentence to the function its connective (underlined) performs.
Exercise 4 · Strong vs Weak Arguments
For each pair, choose the argument that is better developed and more convincing.
Exercise 5 · Write a Full Essay
Now write your own argumentative essay (200–250 words) responding to the essay question above.
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