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Essay Skeleton — Guaranteed Pass Writing

Essay Skeleton — Guaranteed Pass Writing

Rule: Don't think. Just fill in the skeleton. Every good essay has 4 parts.

The 4-Part Structure

PartSentencesJob
Introduction2Say what you will write about
Body 14-5First main point
Body 24-5Second main point
Conclusion2Summarise everything

Total: 12-14 sentences. That's it. That's an essay.


Sentence Starters — MEMORISE 2 From Each

Introduction (2 sentences)

  1. "In today's world, _____ is a very important topic."
  2. "There are many reasons why _____ matters to us."
  3. "_____ is something that everyone can relate to."
  4. "Have you ever thought about _____? Well, let me share my view."
  5. "This essay will discuss _____ and why it is important."

Body 1 — First Point (4-5 sentences)

  1. "First of all, _____ plays a big role in our lives."
  2. "One important reason is _____."
  3. "For example, when _____, we can see that _____."
  4. "This shows that _____ is truly important."
  5. "Many people agree that _____ because _____."

Body 2 — Second Point (4-5 sentences)

  1. "Another reason is _____."
  2. "Besides that, _____ also affects us in many ways."
  3. "For instance, _____ can help us to _____."
  4. "This proves that _____ should not be ignored."
  5. "In my experience, _____ has taught me _____."

Conclusion (2 sentences)

  1. "In conclusion, _____ is something we must take seriously."
  2. "I hope that everyone will understand the importance of _____."
  3. "To sum up, _____ has both good and bad sides."
  4. "It is clear that _____ will continue to matter in the future."
  5. "Therefore, we should all do our part to _____."

Linking Words Cheat Sheet

WordWhen to UseExample
FirstStart your first point"First, social media connects people."
Next / ThenAdd another point"Next, it helps with learning."
Moreover / FurthermoreAdd a strong point"Moreover, it is free to use."
HoweverShow opposite"However, it can be dangerous."
Therefore / ThusShow result"Therefore, we must be careful."
In conclusion / To sum upEnd your essay"In conclusion, the internet is useful."
Tip: Use at least 3 linking words in your essay. Easy marks.

3 Essay Types — Templates

Template 1: Narrative (Tell a Story)

Introduction

"It all started when I _____."

"I will never forget the day I _____."

Body 1 — What happened first

"First, I decided to _____."

"After that, I felt _____."

"The feeling was _____."

"This made me want to _____."

Body 2 — What happened next

"Then, something unexpected happened."

"I saw _____ and I was _____."

"I quickly _____."

"In the end, everything turned out _____."

Conclusion

"Looking back, I learned that _____."

"This experience taught me to _____."


Template 2: Descriptive (Describe Something)

Introduction

"The _____ is a place that I really love."

"There are many things that make it special."

Body 1 — What you see / hear / feel

"First of all, you can see _____ everywhere."

"The colour of _____ is very _____."

"You can hear the sound of _____."

"The air smells like _____."

Body 2 — Why it matters to you

"Moreover, this place makes me feel _____."

"I always go there when I want to _____."

"For me, it is special because _____."

"Whenever I am there, I feel _____."

Conclusion

"In conclusion, _____ is more than just a place."

"It will always have a special meaning for me."


Template 3: Argumentative (Give Your Opinion)

Introduction

"Many people disagree about _____."

"In my opinion, _____ is a good thing."

Body 1 — Your reason 1

"First, _____ helps us to _____."

"For example, when _____, we can _____."

"This is important because _____."

"Therefore, I believe that _____ is necessary."

Body 2 — Your reason 2 + opposite view

"Moreover, _____ also gives us _____."

"However, some people say that _____."

"They think that _____."

"But I disagree because _____."

Conclusion

"In conclusion, I strongly believe that _____."

"Everyone should support _____ for a better future."


Bonus: 10 Power Sentences (Work in ANY Essay)

  1. "This is something that affects all of us."
  2. "There is no doubt that _____ plays an important role."
  3. "We cannot ignore the fact that _____."
  4. "It is clear that _____ has both advantages and disadvantages."
  5. "Many people believe that _____ is necessary in life."
  6. "In today's fast-changing world, _____ matters more than ever."
  7. "We should always remember that _____."
  8. "The truth is, _____ affects our daily lives in many ways."
  9. "Without _____, life would be very different."
  10. "It is up to us to make the right decision about _____."
How to use: Pick 2-3 power sentences and put them anywhere in your essay. They will make your essay sound better instantly.

Quick Checklist Before You Submit

  • [ ] Did you write 12-14 sentences total?
  • [ ] Did you use at least 3 linking words?
  • [ ] Did you use at least 1 power sentence?
  • [ ] Did you check spelling of the topic word?
  • [ ] Did you write a clear introduction and conclusion?
If yes → You will pass. Guaranteed.
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