B2 ENGLISH WRITING GUIDE
Tips for Success
● Plan Before You Write Create an outline to organize ideas.
● Time Management Keep track of time to ensure all sections are completed.
● Proofread Leave time to check for grammar and spelling mistakes.
1. Essay To argue a point of view or present a discussion on a topic.
Introduction: Introduce the topic and present your thesis statement. Outline the main points to
be covered.
Body Paragraphs (2 3 paragraphs): Each paragraph should focus on one main idea. Start with
a topic sentence, followed by supporting details or examples.
Conclusion: Summarize the key points. Restate the thesis or present a final thought.
2. Formal Letter/Email To communicate professionally with a clear purpose.
Salutation: Dear [Name/Title],
Introduction: State your reason for writing.
Main Body: Explain the issue, provide details, or express your viewpoint clearly. Use formal
language and avoid contractions.
Closing: State any required action and express anticipation for a response. Sign off with
"Yours sincerely" or "Yours faithfully," followed by your name.
3. Informal Letter/Email To communicate personal thoughts or updates.
Salutation: Hi [Name] / Dear [Name],
Introduction: Start with a friendly opening or update.
Main Body: Share news, experiences, or express sentiments in a casual tone. Feel free to use
contractions and colloquial expressions.
Closing: End with a friendly note or suggestion to reply. Sign off with "Best wishes," "Take
care," or "See you soon," followed by your name.
4. Report To provide information or findings on a specific subject.
Title: Clear and concise title.
Introduction: Outline the purpose and scope of the report.
Main Body: Use headings/subheadings to organize information. Present data, findings, or
observations clearly and logically.
Conclusion: Summarize the main points and highlight any recommendations.
5. Review To evaluate a book, film, or product and share your opinion.
Introduction: State what you are reviewing and a brief overview.
Main Body: Discuss different elements (plot, characters, style, effectiveness). Provide
specific examples to support your evaluation.
Conclusion: Offer a final judgment and recommend or not recommend.
6. Article
To inform, entertain, or express an opinion in an engaging way.
Title: Catchy and relevant to the topic. Make the reader want to continue.
Introduction: Hook the reader with a question, anecdote, or interesting fact. Introduce the
topic and your point of view.
Main Body (2–3 paragraphs): Each paragraph should cover a different aspect of the topic.
Use engaging language and possibly rhetorical questions. Examples and personal opinions
can be included.
Conclusion: Summarize your main points and end with a memorable comment, suggestion,
or call to action.
7. Story
To narrate an event or series of events creatively.
Title: Imaginative and relevant to the story.
Introduction: Set the scene — describe the place, time, and characters. Create interest with
a problem or mystery.
Main Body (2–3 paragraphs): Develop the plot. Include events in chronological order. Use
descriptive language, direct speech, and connectors to show time (e.g., then, suddenly, after
that).
Conclusion: Resolve the story. End with a twist, a reflection, or a clear ending to the events.