Dress code

OPINION ESSAY
WRITING SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

I am convinced
In my opinion,
I think that…
It seems to me that…
I feel that…
The way I see it,
I believe

‘In some companies employers are trying to control their employees’ personal appearance’.

The dress code
should be demanded
should be introduced
is reasonable
is essential
is necessary
can be recommended
is advisable

Ask your partner the following questions.
Your partner must say ‘YES’ to each one
and give a good reason why.
Do you hate English?
Do you think I’m really annoying?
Do you think you are the best student?

Defeat the following arguments:
I’m wearing this evening-dress because just after work I’m going to the restaurant with my boy-friend.
I’ve bought the coolest jeans and I want to show them off.
An elegant business suit is very expensive. I can’t afford it.

a single-breasted vs a double-breasted jacket

pants with cuts vs classic trousers

a button-down collar shirt

‘In some companies employers are trying to control their employees’ personal appearance’.