Абзац - перефразируем тему Эссе , показав два противоположных мнения.

In many large cities around the world, it has become common for people to live alone or in a small family instead of living in large extended family households. Some people are strongly convinced that the best choice for them is living in a nuclear family or individually. Others are in favour of living with joint family.

Абзац - Ваше мнение, близкая автору точка зрения (3 аргумента в поддержку).

In my opinion, people living in a small family or living alone have some positive aspects. Firstly, lots of young people do not wish to live the traditional lifestyles of their parents and grandparents. Therefore, living alone or in a nuclear family allows them the freedom to do as they please without having to face constant judgement or criticism. Secondly, young generation prefer eating fast food and listening to loud music while the elderly are keen on traditional meals, and soft relaxing music. Living separately gives them opportunities to satisfy their needs and avoid conflicts. Finally, living alone, or in smaller family groups allows each generation to live their preferred lifestyle.

Абзац – Точка зрения оппонентов (2 аргумента в поддержку).

However, some people prefer to live in a large extended family. They think that staying away from other family members may have some harmful effects. To begin with, as parents and grandparents get older, they may face a number of physical and mental health problems, and by living alone, they may lack the care and attention they need from their children. Additionally, young people have less interaction and influence from grandparents, and important traditions and customs may also be lost from generation to generation. Living alone, or in small family groups can lead to poor family bonds between generations.

Абзац – Сформулируйте контраргументы против каждого аргумента из предыдущего абзаца.

Despite all my respect to my opponents’ opinion, I do not find their arguments convincing enough. Personally, I believe that many older people do not wish to live the hectic, fast-paced lifestyle of modern city life and prefer to live a slower-paced, healthier life in the countryside during their retirement. Also, in traditional societies, family gatherings are common to celebrate special occasions that bring the family closer and strengthen familial ties and bonds.

Абзац – Заключение с обновлённым формулированием.

All things considered, though there might be advantages of living in a combine family, I believe that life in miniature family units or individually can be more interesting and exciting because they can make their own decisions and create their own rules for living.

СТРУКТУРА НАПИСАНИЯ ЭССЕ

1. Абзац - Перефразируем тему Эссе, показав два противоположных мнения.	1. 1. Перифраз… 2. 2. Some people believe that … … …, while others claim that ……………. Some people /A group of people find/are convinced that… while others consider/believe it negatively.
2. Абзац - Ваше мнение, близкая автору точка зрения (3 аргумента в поддержку).	Пишем вводное предложение, содержащее главную мысль абзаца, а затем три развёрнутых и весомых аргумента в его обоснование: In my opinion, … ваша точка зрения. Firstly, … дайте 1-й аргумент Secondly, … дайте 2-й аргумент Thirdly/Finally, … дайте 3-й аргумент
3. Абзац – Точка зрения оппонентов (2 аргумента в поддержку).	Пишем вводное предложение, содержащее главную мысль абзаца и приводим два аргумента в пользу оппонентов:   However, there are some people who have an opposing opinion. / However, there are some contrary points of this process. / At the same time there are people who say that … - В то же время есть люди, которые говорят, что... To begin with,/To start with, … 1-й аргумент Additionally,/ Furthermore,/ What is more, …2-й аргумент
4. Абзац – Сформулируйте контраргументы против каждого аргумента из предыдущего абзаца.	Этот абзац условно называют "перевертыш". Он должен опровергнуть все аргументы Вашего оппонента. Пишем открытое вежливое несогласие, опровергаем аргументы третьего параграфа и приводим два развёрнутых контраргумента (против каждого аргумента из предыдущего абзаца). Помните, они не должны повторять аргументы из второго абзаца: Despite all my respect to my opponents’ opinion, I do not find their arguments convincing enough. Personally, I disagree with this statement. I am convinced that... I cannot agree with the opinion mentioned above for particular reasons.   1-й контраргумент. Moreover, … 2-й контраргумент.
5. Абзац – Заключение с обновлённым формулированием.	Ещё раз заявляем о проблемном характере темы и признаём существование двух точек зрения, окончательно утверждаем свою авторскую позицию, переформулировав ее из вступления. Здесь важно не повториться в формулировках и мыслях.                    In conclusion, I am completely convinced that …/ In conclusion, I still strongly believe that…. Nevertheless, there are those who continue to challenge (оспаривать) my position, and I can only respectfully disagree with them. / In spite of the fact that there are those who continue to challenge (оспаривать) my position and I can only respectfully disagree with them. In conclusion, I would like to state that there are two different opinions on this issue, but I’m convinced that …. Weighing up both sides of the arguments again, I strongly agree that… In conclusion, I insist that there should be the right balance between…   Старайтесь не повторять тему эссе и первый абзац – за это снимают баллы.