The Essay Task
Below is the topic for an Advantages/Disadvantages essay. Read the task question and discuss it in pairs or groups:
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of seeing the doctor before you get sick?
How often should you visit the doctor?
Part Two: Planning the Essay
After you have thoroughly discussed the topic, open the exercise and organize your thoughts in the essay outline. Remember that an outline is simply an organizational tool and does not require complete sentences.