Notes+ Excel in Expository, Argumentative & Discursive Essays – Upper Secondary |

Notes+ Excel in Expository, Argumentative and Discursive Essays for Lower Secondary Levels is a useful resource for secondary 1 and 2 students attempting these essay genres.

Common Topics and Themes Model essays on a wide variety of topics and themes are provided to trigger the thinking processes of students. The essays are peppered with idioms and selected vocabulary and the points mentioned are also substantiated with facts or real-life examples. Students can refer to these essays for ideas when preparing for English language examinations.

Tips on Drafting an Essay Different ways of writing the introduction, body and conclusion are provided before each essay. There are clear and concise notes on how to organise and elaborate on the main points, allowing students to understand and apply the techniques of a well-structured essay in their own writing.

List of Idioms and Vocabulary The meanings of idioms and vocabulary are provided to facilitate the use of figurative language and varied word use for more impactful essay writing.