See free Year 6 balanced arguments worked examples with clear strategies and answers, aligned to the England primary curriculum.
Model the thinking
Four worked examples
Try each question first, then compare the strategy and answer. The aim is to understand the method, not just copy the final result.
1
Issue
State the issue clearly: Should primary pupils have homework every night?
How to think about it: Plan the idea before writing: decide the purpose, choose the strongest detail, then write a complete sentence or short section and reread it for clarity.
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Answer: A neutral statement of the issue.
2
For
Give one developed argument in favour.
How to think about it: Plan the idea before writing: decide the purpose, choose the strongest detail, then write a complete sentence or short section and reread it for clarity.
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Answer: Relevant reason plus explanation/example.
3
Against
Give one developed argument against.
How to think about it: Plan the idea before writing: decide the purpose, choose the strongest detail, then write a complete sentence or short section and reread it for clarity.
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Answer: Relevant counterargument plus explanation/example.
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Evidence
Add evidence or a realistic example to strengthen one side.
How to think about it: Plan the idea before writing: decide the purpose, choose the strongest detail, then write a complete sentence or short section and reread it for clarity.
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Answer: Relevant support.
Next step
Turn the explanation into practice
Use the printable for independent work, or return to the topic overview to choose another way to practise.