TEF Expression Écrite Section B: The 5-Paragraph "Convincing" Structure

Introduction: The Logic of Persuasion

In the Section B of TEF Writing, you are not just writing an essay; you are fighting a battle for a specific point of view. You are usually responding to a controversial prompt (e.g., "Should remote work be mandatory?" or "Do we need more taxes on sugar?").

To score an NCLC 9 or 10 (CLB 9/10), your examiner needs to see logical structure, varied connectors, and high-level vocabulary. This is where the 5-Paragraph "Convincing" Structure comes in.

In this 2000-word guide, we’ll show you exactly how to build this structure, provide a "golden" template, and show you how to use to automate your mastery.