A for and against essay

A for and against essay is usually about a controversial issue. It presents both sides of the issue and then concludes by supporting one of the sides. Look at the topic below. Then study the plan and read the useful language.

Topic (example)
Write a for and against essay on a topic connected to something.

Plan
Opening: Introduction to the issue.
Body: Arguments for one side of the issue, with supporting details and examples. Arguments for the other side of the issue, with supporting details and examples.
Closing: Summary of issue and writer's opinion.

Useful language
On the one hand, ...
On the other hand, ...
It is true that ...
Firstly / Secondly / Thirdly, ...
For example ...
In addition, ...
Furthermore, ...
However, ...
Nevertheless, ...
Due to ...
As a result, ...
Consequently, ...
In conclusion, ...
To sum up, ...
I believe that ...
In my opinion, ...
In my view, ...