How to write an essay for new CAE format 2015

I suppose many of you are wondering how to write the new CAE
essay. Guess what, I have good news for you! Its easier than the old
one. What do you have to do?
You are given notes on a topic three bullet points. What you have to
do is select two and dwell on them. Forget about the third one. You
have to explain which of the two is more important and give reasons.
Below the notes you will find three related opinions. However, you are
not obliged to use them. If you decide to do so, you should use your
own words, i.e. paraphrase them. Bearing in mind this is not easy, I
would simply recommend that you do not to use them at all.
What should your essay consist of:
PARAGRAPH 1 INTRODUCTION. What you have to do is introduce
the topic (go from general to concrete). I would suggest three
sentences
here.
Make
the
third
one
a
question.
PARAGRAPH 2 Discuss the first bullet point. Write a good topic
sentence and give reasons to support your argument. Point out
advantages and maybe also disadvantages (on the other hand, it
is ....). Use examples where possible.
PARAGRAPH 3 Discuss the second bullet point you have chosen in
a similar way. Its not obligatory to point disadvantages again (bear in
mind
you
have
to
write
up
to
260
words).
PARAGRAPH 4 CONCLUSION. State your opinion. Write two or
three sentences. Point out clearly which of the two discussed aspects
is more important, on the basis of what you have written above. The
conclusion should put a full stop to what you have written and not
open a new argument.
NOTES:
STYLE
Semi-formal to formal. Be objective and not too emotional. Avoid too
expressive words (amazing, magnificent, disgusting).

LANGUAGE
Use various structures and vocabulary with more set phrases and
idioms. Pay special attention to appropriate linking devices.
.........
Introducing the topic: Some people believe that, It is often said that.
Supporting your argument: Firstly, Secondly, Last but not least.
Adding information: In addition, Furthermore, What is more, Moreover.
Expressing an opposite point of view: On the other hand.
Summing up: In conclusion, To sum up.
..........
BE always to the point. While writing the essay, look at the
instructions from time to time and make sure you do not deviate from
them.
Leave
enough
time
to
check
your
essay.
N.B.!!! READ as many good models as you can find, analyse them
carefully and try to figure out their structure (identify introduction,
arguments and conclusion). Underline linking devices and try to
remember them, as well as interesting phrases, vocabulary and
idioms.
My advice is to have a special notebook, in which to copy the models.
If you are still wondering how to put this into practice look at our
essays.