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B2 Lesson 2 of 3 · DELF B2: Argue and Convince

The argued essay (about 250 words)

Build a dialectical or thematic plan, write a strong introduction and conclusion, and link your paragraphs.

17 min · 6 activities

In this lesson you will

  • Choose between dialectical and thematic plans
  • Write an introduction in three moves
  • Link paragraphs with transitions
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Lesson summary

The key points to remember, for revision.

  • 1Yes/no question → dialectical plan (advantages, limits, position); open question → thematic plan.
  • 2Introduction: hook → question → plan. Conclusion: answer + nuance + opening.
  • 3Transitions: si ces avantages sont réels…, au-delà de…, il convient toutefois de nuancer…

Key vocabulary

une accrochea hook
la problématiquethe central question
au détriment deat the expense of
une fin en soian end in itself