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Social Media Debate Writing

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Social Media Debate Writing

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🎯 Part 1: Punctuation Starter Activity

1. Rewrite these sentences with correct capital letters and full stops:

a) social media platforms like instagram and tiktok are very popular with teenagers

b) many young people spend hours scrolling through their feeds every day

c) some experts believe that social media can damage mental health

2. Choose your debate topic by ticking ONE box:

Social media is harmful to young people

Social media is useful for learning and communication

Social media should be banned for those under 16

Social media helps people stay connected

Social media creates unrealistic expectations

📝 Part 2: Planning Your Debate Response

3. Plan your main arguments (write 3 key points that support your chosen topic):

Argument 1:

Argument 2:

Argument 3:

4. What might someone who disagrees with you say? (Counter-argument):
5. How will you respond to that counter-argument?

📚 Vocabulary Bank

Positive words: beneficial, educational, connecting, empowering, creative, supportive, informative, inspiring

Negative words: harmful, addictive, dangerous, misleading, isolating, damaging, overwhelming, toxic

Debate phrases: Furthermore, However, On the other hand, In contrast, Additionally, Nevertheless, Therefore, Consequently

✍️ Part 3: Writing Frame for Your Debate Response

6. Use this frame to write your full debate response (aim for 300-400 words):

Introduction: I believe that _________________ because _________________

First argument: Firstly, _________________

Second argument: Furthermore, _________________

Counter-argument: Some people might argue that _________________, however _________________

Conclusion: In conclusion, _________________

7. Design a poster for your debate topic in the space below:

Success Criteria:

✓ Used correct punctuation throughout
✓ Included 3 clear arguments
✓ Addressed a counter-argument
✓ Used formal debate language
✓ Written 300+ words


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