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The document outlines the structure and purpose of writing an article for O and A Level English Language, specifically for CAIE 1123 Paper 2. It details the components of an article, including the title, introduction, body paragraphs presenting different viewpoints, personal opinion, and conclusion, while emphasizing the importance of clarity and formal tone. Additionally, it provides useful phrases and vocabulary for effective article writing.

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Article Writing Note

The document outlines the structure and purpose of writing an article for O and A Level English Language, specifically for CAIE 1123 Paper 2. It details the components of an article, including the title, introduction, body paragraphs presenting different viewpoints, personal opinion, and conclusion, while emphasizing the importance of clarity and formal tone. Additionally, it provides useful phrases and vocabulary for effective article writing.

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O and A Level English Language

Kawkab Ms 01918499060

Article Writing (CAIE 1123 Paper 2 – Question 1)

Purpose of an Article
An article is written to inform, explain, and discuss an issue for a wide audience, such as newspaper or magazine
readers. The tone is usually formal or semi-formal, and ideas should be presented clearly and logically.

1. Title / Headline
• Short and engaging
• Shows the main issue clearly
• Does NOT repeat the question
Examples:
• Tourism: Economic Growth or Environmental Risk?
• Are Mobile Phones Helping Students Learn?

2. Introduction (1 paragraph)
Purpose:
• Introduce the topic
• Show that there are different opinions
• Create interest
What to include:
• Brief background of the issue
• Mention that people disagree on it

3. Body Paragraph 1 – First Viewpoint


Purpose:
• Present and explain ideas from one passage
• Do NOT copy sentences
What to do:
• Paraphrase key ideas
• Explain why people support this view

4. Body Paragraph 2 – Second Viewpoint


Purpose:
• Present and explain the opposing viewpoint
What to do:
• Show contrast clearly
• Evaluate strengths or weaknesses of this view

5. Body Paragraph 3 – Your Opinion


Purpose:
• Give your own balanced opinion
• Use ideas from both passages
What to do:
• Agree, disagree, or partially agree
• Support your opinion with reasons

6. Conclusion
Purpose:
O and A Level English Language
Kawkab Ms 01918499060

• Summarise the discussion


• Give a final judgement
What to do:
• Do not introduce new ideas
• End clearly and confidently

Useful Language for Article Writing


1. Common Article Openings
• In recent years, the issue of … has attracted significant attention.
• Nowadays, many people believe that … while others argue that …
• There is ongoing debate about whether …

2. Phrases to Introduce Opinions


• Supporters argue that …
• Advocates believe that …
• Critics, however, point out that …
• Opponents of this idea claim that …

3. Phrases for Evaluation and Contrast


• On the one hand … on the other hand …
• While this view has its advantages, it also has drawbacks.
• This argument is convincing because …
• However, this viewpoint fails to consider …

4. Giving Your Own Opinion (Formal Tone)


• In my opinion, this issue should be approached carefully.
• I believe that a balanced approach is necessary.
• It seems reasonable to suggest that …
• From my perspective, the benefits outweigh the disadvantages.

5. Formal Tone Vocabulary (Recommended)


• significant, considerable, essential, effective
• consequences, impact, responsibility
• benefit, drawback, challenge, solution
Avoid: slang, contractions (don’t, can’t), personal stories

6. Conclusion Phrases
• In conclusion, it is clear that …
• Overall, the issue remains complex, but …
• To sum up, careful consideration is required before …

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