Writing an Analysis Essay — Practice

Exercise 1

Choose the correct option

6 points

Tap the best answer for each question.

1

Which phrase best introduces a thesis in an analysis essay?

2

Which connector signals that you are about to analyse evidence?

3

Which sentence correctly concedes a point before refuting it?

4

Which adjective is too vague for a B2 analysis essay?

5

Where should new evidence appear in an analysis essay?

6

Which phrase correctly links evidence to the thesis?

Exercise 2

Translate into Spanish

5 points

Type the correct translation. No accents needed.

1

Translate: "It can be stated that the data confirms the trend."

2

Translate: "Although it is true that costs have risen, quality has also improved."

3

Translate: "Hence it is necessary to consider other factors."

4

Translate: "Despite this, the general trend points in a different direction."

5

Translate: "In conclusion, having analysed the data, it can be affirmed that…"

Exercise 3

Test yourself

5 points

Choose the best answer.

1

Which phrase correctly introduces a refutation at B2 level?

2

Which is the correct impersonal construction?

3

Which sentence correctly synthesises in a conclusion?

4

Which connector correctly sequences analytical paragraphs?

5

What is the purpose of a concession in an analysis essay?