Step 8 · الخطوة 8
Why Protecting Nature Is Important
لماذا حماية الطبيعة مهمة؟
Discursive essay
Learning objective · هدف الدرس
I can write a balanced essay with an introduction, arguments, a counter-argument and a conclusion.
أستطيع كتابة مقال متوازن فيه مقدمة وحجج وحجة مضادة وخاتمة.

English explanation
الشرح بالإنجليزيةAn essay develops ONE question over several paragraphs. Each body paragraph starts with a topic sentence, gives evidence, and links back to the question. A counter-argument shows mature thinking.
Arabic explanation
الشرح بالعربيةStructure
البنيةIntroduction: the question + your position
المقدمة: السؤال وموقفك
Argument 1 + evidence (e.g. turtles, reefs)
الحجة الأولى والدليل
Argument 2 + evidence (e.g. water, trees)
الحجة الثانية والدليل
Counter-argument + response
الحجة المضادة والرد
Conclusion: summary + call to action
الخاتمة: التلخيص ودعوة للعمل
Model example
نموذجModel introduction: From the turtle beaches of Ras al Jinz to the frankincense hills of Dhofar, Oman's natural environment is one of its greatest treasures. This essay will argue that protecting it is the responsibility of every citizen.
Model counter-argument: Some people argue that economic development is more urgent than protecting nature. However, tourism, fishing and farming all depend on a healthy environment, so damaging nature would eventually harm the economy too.
Step-by-step guidance
خطوات الكتابة- 1
Write your position clearly in the introduction.
اكتب موقفك بوضوح في المقدمة.
- 2
Start each body paragraph with a topic sentence.
ابدأ كل فقرة بجملة موضوعية.
- 3
Use evidence from what you have read (Steps 4–8 reading lessons).
استخدم أدلة مما قرأته في دروس القراءة.
- 4
Include a counter-argument and respond with 'However'.
اذكر حجة مضادة وردّ عليها بـ However.
- 5
End with a summary and a call to action.
اختم بتلخيص ودعوة للعمل.
Useful vocabulary & sentence starters
مفردات وبدايات جمل مفيدة- This essay will argue that …
- The first reason is …
- A clear example of this is …
- Some people argue that … However, …
- In conclusion, …
- We must all …
Guided practice
تدريب موجّه1. Which is the best THESIS (position) sentence?
2. Which sentence is a COUNTER-ARGUMENT?
3. EDITING: choose the sentence with correct punctuation.
Independent writing
الكتابة المستقلةWrite a five-paragraph essay (250–300 words): 'Why protecting nature is important'. Include a counter-argument. Then edit your draft.
اكتب مقالًا من خمس فقرات (٢٥٠–٣٠٠ كلمة) بعنوان «لماذا حماية الطبيعة مهمة؟» مع حجة مضادة، ثم حرّر مسودتك.
Words: 0 / 250+
Your writing is not saved — it disappears when you leave this page.كتابتك لا تُحفظ، وتختفي عند مغادرة الصفحة.
Self-check checklist
قائمة التحقق الذاتيPractice freely — nothing is saved.تدرّب بحرية، لا يتم حفظ أي إجابة أو نتيجة.
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