The Study Skills Programme
Write your own biased argument
In the video , Jack talked through the simple argument below which attempts to prove that football is a better sport than cricket .
Football is a much better sport than cricket . Let ’ s think objectively - this is because there is so much more action in football . In one football match , you will see so many skills : ball control , dribbling skills , passing accuracy and body control . And importantly , a footballer needs to be equipped with game intelligence skills : spatial awareness , tactical knowledge and on the spot risk assessments . Whereas , while there is no doubt a cricketer needs to be physically fit in order to bowl , bat and field , a footballer also needs endurance , balance and coordination , speed , strength and power . If you have any doubt left – think about how many times you will be on the edge of your seat in a football match , this level of excitement never happens in cricket !
Write your own short , biased argument using this structure :
• State your point of view ( remember to present it as if it is a fact )
• Give reasons for this point of view
• Provide evidence to support your point of view ( remember this does not need to be factual )
• Include a counter-argument and then dismiss it .
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