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Au BAC, la production écrite porte souvent sur un essay argumentatif ou discursif. Essay argumentatif (for/against essay) : présente deux points de vue opposés sur un sujet. Structure : Introduction (contexte + thesis statement) → Arguments pour → Arguments contre → Conclusion (opinion personnelle ou résumé équilibré). Essay discursif (opinion essay) : défend un point de vue personnel. Structure : Introduction (thesis claire) → Arguments développés + exemples → Réfutation des objections → Conclusion (restate thesis + appel à l'action ou perspective). Thesis statement : phrase clé qui annonce la position de l'auteur, placée à la fin de l'introduction. Chaque paragraphe développe un seul argument, avec des exemples concrets. Registre : formel — évitez les contractions, les expressions familières, 'I think' seul. Utilisez : 'It can be argued that...', 'There is no doubt that...', 'It is widely believed that...', 'While some claim...', 'Evidence suggests that...'
Exercice 1 : Rédigez un plan détaillé (outline) pour ce sujet.
'Some people think that technology is making us less social. Do you agree?'
Exercice 2 : Rédigez une introduction complète (4-5 phrases) pour ce sujet :
'Should smartphones be banned in schools?'
Votre introduction doit inclure : accroche générale + contexte + thesis statement.
What is a thesis statement and where should it appear?
Correction
A thesis statement is a clear, concise sentence that expresses the main argument or position of your essay. It should appear at the end of the introduction paragraph. It tells the reader what the essay will argue and how it will be organized. Example: 'Although social media connects people worldwide, its overuse can lead to isolation and anxiety among young people.'
What is the difference between an argumentative and a discursive essay?
Correction
A discursive (for-and-against) essay explores both sides of an issue fairly and objectively, often without a strong personal conclusion. An argumentative (opinion) essay defends a clear personal position from the start, using evidence and reasoning to persuade the reader. BAC questions often ask for opinions — use the argumentative format.
How do you write an effective conclusion for a BAC English essay?
Correction
A good conclusion: (1) restates the thesis in different words; (2) summarizes the main points briefly without adding new information; (3) ends with a strong final statement — a prediction, a call to action, or a broader perspective. Avoid starting with 'In conclusion, I think...' — prefer 'In conclusion, it is evident that...'