State thesis briefly and directly without bald announcements. Use narrative strategy of delay to pique reader interest
Brainstorming enables creative thinking and idea generation. Quality over quantity and listening to all ideas are essential. Brainstorming techniques help teams overcome challenges and find solutions
Part 3 is a 4-5 minute discussion with an examiner. Questions are broader based on Part 2 topic. Time is strictly controlled by the examiner. Answers must be expanded with general world examples
Opinion essay presents and defends viewpoint on a topic. Must be supported by facts, evidence, and logical reasoning. Differs from argumentative or persuasive essays
Questions can ask for opinion or not require it. Essay can focus on one or two advantages/disadvantages. Minimum essay length is 250 words in 40 minutes
Argumentative essays investigate topics and defend them with data. Persuasive essays aim to convince readers of writer's viewpoint. Descriptive essays use sensory data to describe specific things. Narrative essays share personal experiences through storytelling. Research essays analyze broad topics for comprehensive research