Children should begin learning a foreign language as soon as…

How to answer: structure and key points

Essay outline

1. Introduction: restate the question in your own words and give your position.
2. Body paragraph 1: your main reason, with an example.
3. Body paragraph 2: a second reason, or the other side and why it is weaker.
4. Conclusion: restate your position in one or two sentences.
5. Stay on the topic: a response that misses the topic scores zero on every trait.

An outline for this prompt

• The question: Should another language be introduced at the start of schooling?
• Position: Early introduction is reasonable if the teaching suits young learners.
• Paragraph 1: An early start allows language learning to become a regular part of school, through simple age-appropriate activities.
• Paragraph 2: The case depends on suitable teaching and space in the curriculum; starting young alone does not ensure progress.
• Conclusion: Support an age-appropriate start rather than demanding rapid mastery.

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