Exercices texte argumenté : anglais seconde

Indique à quelle partie d’un essai appartient chaque phrase : Introduction (I), Body (B) ou Conclusion (C).

1. To sum up, both solutions have advantages, but I prefer the second one.
2. Have you ever wondered how many hours you spend on your phone?
3. For instance, a recent survey shows that teenagers sleep less than before.
4. Is fast fashion really worth its low price?
5. All in all, I am convinced that we must change our habits.
6. Moreover, cycling is good for your health.

Associe chaque connecteur à sa fonction : a. ajouter – b. opposer – c. illustrer – d. cause – e. conséquence – f. concéder – g. conclure.

1. therefore
2. for instance
3. furthermore
4. however
5. although
6. since
7. to conclude
8. as a result

Complète avec : however, moreover, because, therefore, for example, although. Chaque mot sert une fois.

1. Public transport is cheaper than a car. ___, it is better for the planet.
2. ___ the train is expensive, many people take it.
3. Many students are tired ___ they go to bed too late.
4. Fast food is quick and cheap. ___, it is often unhealthy.
5. Some countries have banned plastic bags, ___ Kenya.
6. Prices are rising. ___, families are buying less.

Sujet : Should school uniforms be compulsory? Classe chaque argument : For (F) ou Against (A).

1. Uniforms reduce differences between rich and poor students.
2. Students cannot express their personality.
3. Parents save time and money every morning.
4. Uniforms are often uncomfortable and expensive.
5. A uniform creates a sense of belonging to the school.
6. Learning to choose your clothes is part of growing up.

Pour chaque paragraphe, choisis la phrase d’ouverture la plus adaptée (a, b ou c).

1. Paragraph: “…Cars produce CO2 and noise. In big cities, the air is often unhealthy.” a. I like cars. – b. First of all, cars are a major source of pollution. – c. Cars were invented in the 19th century.
2. Paragraph: “…You can visit museums, see concerts and meet people from everywhere.” a. Living in a city offers many cultural opportunities. – b. Cities are big. – c. I live in a small town.
3. Paragraph: “…Many young people feel anxious when they compare themselves to influencers.” a. Influencers earn a lot of money. – b. Social media can harm our self-esteem. – c. Social media were created in the 2000s.
4. Paragraph: “…Learning a language helps you get a job and travel more easily.” a. Speaking English is a real advantage for the future. – b. English is difficult. – c. My teacher is English.
5. Paragraph: “…Second-hand clothes are cheaper and reduce waste.” a. Clothes are important. – b. Buying second-hand is both economical and ecological. – c. I hate shopping.

Classe ces expressions de l’opinion la plus ferme (1) à la plus nuancée (5).

1. I tend to think that…
2. There is no doubt that…
3. In my opinion…
4. To a certain extent…
5. I strongly believe that…

Chaque phrase contient une erreur typique. Recopie-la correctement.

1. According to me, homework is useless.
2. I am agree with this idea.
3. People is more and more connected.
4. The society is changing quickly.
5. It exists many solutions to this problem.
6. In my point of view, sport is essential.
7. Therefore, we must to act now.

Relie les deux phrases avec le connecteur indiqué. Attention à la ponctuation et à l’ordre.

1. Electric cars are expensive. They are cleaner. (although)
2. She studied hard. She passed her exam. (as a result)
3. Many shops closed. People prefer buying online. (because)
4. Video games can be addictive. They can improve reflexes. (however)
5. The city built new cycle lanes. More people cycle to work. (that is why)

Quel type d’accroche est utilisé ? a. a question – b. a figure – c. a quotation – d. an anecdote – e. a provocative statement.

1. Last summer, my little brother spent ten hours a day playing video games.
2. Every minute, a truckload of plastic ends up in the ocean.
3. “Be the change you wish to see in the world,” a famous saying goes.
4. What would you do without the internet for a week?
5. Homework is a total waste of time.

Lis cet essai puis réponds en anglais.

1. What is the hook of the introduction?
2. What question does the essay ask?
3. What is the topic sentence of paragraph 2?
4. What example illustrates the first argument?
5. Find two connectors that express opposition or concession.
6. Is the writer’s opinion firm or nuanced? Justify with a quotation.
7. What suggestion does the conclusion make?

1. À mon avis, les devoirs sont utiles.
2. Je suis d’accord avec cette idée.
3. Il est vrai que la ville est bruyante, mais elle est vivante.
4. De plus, le vélo est bon pour la santé.
5. Par conséquent, nous devons agir maintenant.
6. Bien qu’il pleuve, ils jouent dehors.

Sujet : Should teenagers have a part-time job while they are at school? Rédige un essai de 180 à 220 mots en respectant les étapes suivantes.

1. Introduction : une accroche, le contexte et la question reformulée.
2. Paragraphe 1 : un argument pour, avec une topic sentence et un exemple.
3. Paragraphe 2 : un argument contre, introduit par un connecteur d’opposition.
4. Conclusion : un résumé, ton opinion nuancée et une ouverture.
5. Utilise au moins six connecteurs différents et deux expressions d’opinion.