Argumentative essays are a core part of WAEC English Language Paper 1. In this type of essay, the candidate is expected to take a clear stand on an issue (either for or against) and defend it logically using facts, examples, and persuasive language.
WAEC examiners expect:
- A clear thesis statement (your position).
- Well-organised points (each paragraph presenting a new argument).
- Logical connectors (firstly, moreover, in addition, however, etc.).
- Relevant examples to support arguments.
- A conclusion that restates your position firmly.
Now, here are standard WAEC past argumentative essay questions with model answers written to WAEC standard.
WAEC Argumentative Essay Questions
- “School uniforms should be abolished in secondary schools.” Do you agree?
- “Corporal punishment should be banned in schools.” Write for or against the motion.
- “Television has done more harm than good.” Do you agree?
- “Female children are more beneficial to their parents than male children.” Do you agree?
- “Boarding schools are better than day schools.” Do you agree?
- “Money is the root of all evil.” Do you agree?
- “Teachers are more important than doctors.” Do you agree?
- “Examination malpractice is the only cause of poor standard of education in Nigeria.” Do you agree?
- “Science has done more harm than good.” Do you agree?
- “Education is better than wealth.” Do you agree?
- “Mobile phones should be banned in schools.” Do you agree?
- “University education should be free.” Do you agree?
- “Politics is a dirty game.” Do you agree?
- “Students should not be allowed to work while schooling.” Do you agree?
- “Internet and social media have done more harm than good to the youth.” Do you agree?
- “Teachers should be paid more than politicians.” Do you agree?
- “Private schools are better than public schools.” Do you agree?
- “Sports and games are as important as academics in schools.” Do you agree?
- “Parents are to blame for the poor moral upbringing of children.” Do you agree?
- “Foreign goods are better than locally made goods.” Do you agree?
- “Girls should not be given equal rights as boys.” Do you agree?
- “Boarding school life is better than home life.” Do you agree?
- “Marriage is more beneficial than single life.” Do you agree?
- “Censorship of films and music should be abolished.” Do you agree?
- “Rural life is better than urban life.” Do you agree?
- “Science and technology have improved our standard of living.” Do you agree?
- “A good name is better than riches.” Do you agree?
- “Students should not be promoted automatically to the next class.” Do you agree?
- “Religion has done more harm than good.” Do you agree?
- “Democracy is the best form of government.” Do you agree?
- “Social media does more harm than good.” Do you agree?
- “Climate is the greatest threat to humanity.” Do you agree?
- “Government should provide free education for all.” Do you agree?