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What is a primary benefit of online shopping mentioned in the essay?
What is a primary benefit of online shopping mentioned in the essay?
Which expression is most suitable for showing cause and effect?
Which expression is most suitable for showing cause and effect?
What environmental concern related to online shopping was highlighted in the essay?
What environmental concern related to online shopping was highlighted in the essay?
Which statement reflects a challenge of online shopping?
Which statement reflects a challenge of online shopping?
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What aspect of online shopping does the essay argue needs addressing for sustainability?
What aspect of online shopping does the essay argue needs addressing for sustainability?
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Which expression is best for adding information or evidence?
Which expression is best for adding information or evidence?
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What report highlighted the vulnerabilities consumers face in online shopping?
What report highlighted the vulnerabilities consumers face in online shopping?
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Which is an argument against online shopping mentioned in the essay?
Which is an argument against online shopping mentioned in the essay?
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Study Notes
Task 3: Precise Expression
- Matching functional headings to expressions
- Introducing an argument: e.g., "As a result of this..."
- Sequencing information: e.g., "Firstly..., Secondly..."
- Providing supporting evidence: e.g., "Taking everything in consideration..."
- Adding information/evidence: e.g., "To sum up..."
- Comparing information/evidence: e.g., "This is proved by..."
- Showing cause and effect: e.g., "In addition to this..."
- Summing up: e.g., "One the one hand...on the other"
- Concluding: e.g., "One argument for this is..."
Task 4: Argumentation
- Online shopping benefits: convenience, accessibility, wide selection, competitive pricing
- Online shopping security risks: cybersecurity threats(identity theft, fraud), data breaches
- Online shopping environmental impact: packaging waste, carbon emissions from deliveries
- Conclusion: Balance between innovation and responsibility is required; striking a balance between the benefits of online shopping with the risks.
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Description
This quiz explores the intricacies of argumentation with a focus on online shopping. You'll learn how to structure arguments effectively while considering the benefits and risks associated with online shopping. Engage with various expressions and techniques to articulate your points convincingly.
