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 Structure 1. Title : it must capture the reader's attention.  2. Introduction :  introduce the subject in a general way  2. Paragraph 2 : is about the 1st idea about the subject 3. Paragraph 3 : is about the 2nd idea about the subject 4. Paragraph 4 : is about you own idea 5. Conclusion : sums up the previous ideas exposed and in a way it is linked to the title (it answers the question of the title or makes a reference to it) Other tips: Using a question as a title is a good way to catch the reader's attention. Use advanced expressions, phrasal verbs, idioms and collocations. You will be rewarded if you use linkers such as: whereas, however, yet, despite... Use slightly formal or neutral language.  Give information, compare, contrast and finally give your opinion. Concerning content and keeping it short: read the task and do exactly  what it says.  Spend some time planning, that will make your work more effective. Find here a detailed guide to plan and write you essay: How to

There are two parts which are the 20% of the final mark of the exam. You have 80 minutes to write two texts; both writings must be between 140 and 190 words.  Manage time wisely  You should spend equal time on both writings. That gives you 40 minutes per text. A good way to plan it would be spending  10 minutes - planning 25 minutes - writing  5 minutes - checking