A 'for and against' essay

Writing an essay is different from arguing with a friend. You should write a balanced and rational argument and take opposing views into account.

Look at the example below:

Write a letter to your Local Education Authority arguing for or against compulsory school uniforms for all pupils.

It helps to sketch out a table like the one below.

Click on the sample answer to read a letter arguing against school uniforms.

Spot all the expressions that could be useful in the essay you have been assigned.

Source: BBC Bitesize