Writing Task 2: Structuring Your Argument (TCF Canada)

Published: January 9, 2026 | Category: TCF Canada | Read Time: 14 Mins

The TCF Canada Writing Section is composed of 3 tasks.

• Task 1: Message to a friend/family (short).
• Task 2: Blog post / Report / Opinion (medium).
• Task 3: Comparison of two viewpoints (abstract).

Wait, did you think Task 2 was just "writing a story"? No. In TCF Canada, Task 2 often asks you to recount an experience AND give an opinion about a specific topic (e.g., "describe your last holiday and explain why travel is important").

Or it asks for a structured opinion log.

The key to scoring high here is Structure. Even if your French is perfect, a disorganized text will cap you at B2. C1 requires flow. This guide gives you the "Expository Essay" blueprint adapted for the TCF.

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1. The Anatomy of a Perfect Paragraph

Writing a "wall of text" is a fail. You need distinct paragraphs. Each paragraph should follow the P.E.E. Structure (Point, Explanation, Example).

• Point: What is your argument?
• Explanation: Why is this true? Elaborate.

2. The Standard Plan (Le Plan Dialectique vs Thématique)

For TCF Task 2, you generally use a Thematic Plan (Reason 1, Reason 2, Reason 3).

Introduction (30-40 words)

1. Hook (L'accroche): Define the topic. "Nowadays, teleworking has become a norm..."
2. Opinion: State your stance clearly. "Personally, I believe this is a positive shift."
3. Plan (L'annonce du plan): Tell the reader what's coming. "First we will see the benefits for health, then the economic advantages."

Body Paragraph 1 (Reason #1)

3. Sample Prompt & Execution

Prompt: "Write a blog post about your favorite city and explain why it is a good place for young professionals." (120-150 words).

Drafting The Plan:

4. Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Word Count Panic: The limit is strictly checked. If it says "Max 150 words", do not write 200. You will lose points for "Non-respect de la consigne".
   • Tip: Practice being concise. Quality > Quantity.
2. Register Mix-up: A blog post is semi-formal. Do not use slang (argot), but you don't need to be as stiff as a formal letter. Use "Nous" or "On" (if context fits), but stay professional.
3. Missing Connectors: If you delete the bold words in the example above, the text falls apart. Connectors are the glue.

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5. Cheat Sheet of Transitions

• To Start: Pour commencer, À mon avis, Il est évident que...