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Follow the instructions.
A. Choose the sentences that are effective
thesis statements.
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This essay is about effective communication skills. B. Identify the writer’s position on each of them. C. Identify their topics and subtopics. 2. Online communication has become essential in today's digital age, with virtual meetings, remote work, and online education becoming the norm. 3. January 1,1983 is considered the official birthday of the Internet. 4. Social media presents various risks such as misinformation and cyberbullying. 5. Face-to-face communication is the most efficient way of communication between people. 6. In this essay, I am going to write about the disadvantages of studying online. 7. Teachers in some countries never use online resources. 8. Should school children be allowed to use social media sites at school? 9. Personality types can influence how people approach decision-making, stress management and social interactions. 10. Online communication via instant messaging and e-mail is the most effective way of communication. |
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In pairs, improve the ineffective thesis statements in Task 1. Then compare them with
another pair’s sentences.
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Complete the thesis statements by adding suitable subtopics.
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Gossiping can be harmful to both ★★★ and ★★★.
2. Social media can be a wonderful tool for ★★★ and ★★★. 3. Social media can be a source of ★★★ and ★★★. 4. Improving communication skills can lead to greater success in both ★★★ and ★★★. 5. Misunderstanding non-verbal communication can lead to ★★★ and ★★★. 6. While negative gossip can be hurtful, positive gossip can help ★★★ and ★★★. 7. Being able to communicate effectively is an important life skill which can improve your ★★★, ★★★ and ★★★. 8. Understanding personality traits can lead to ★★★ and ★★★. |
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A.
Write a thesis statement for an essay on each of the following topics.
B.
Choose one of the thesis statements you wrote in Task 4A and develop it into an introductory paragraph.
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