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English Mind Academy — EMA

Writing with Power

Leaders & Mastermind · B2–C1 · 30 min · Writing Focus
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1Phase

Warm-Up: Quick Review ⚡

5 minutes · Review · Yesterday's content
S = Simple
CP = Compound
CX = Complex
📌 Instructions
Look at each sentence. Click the button to label it: S (Simple), CP (Compound), or CX (Complex). Keep clicking to cycle through the options.
1
Scientists made a groundbreaking discovery.
2
AI is changing the world, and many industries are adapting quickly.
3
Although governments are debating regulations, AI companies keep expanding.
4
The storm destroyed several homes.
5
We can access information instantly because technology has advanced.
6
Social media connects people, but it also creates division.
Answer Key — Phase 1
  1. S — one subject + one verb, complete thought, nothing extra
  2. CP — two independent clauses joined by and
  3. CX — dependent clause introduced by Although
  4. S — one subject + one verb, complete thought
  5. CX — dependent clause introduced by because
  6. CP — two independent clauses joined by but
2Phase

Reading: A Real-World Text 📱

7 minutes · Input · Read carefully — you'll use this text next
Read the text carefully. Think about: What is the main argument? and Do you agree? You will use this text for the next two activities.
Scrolling Into Crisis

Teenagers today spend an average of five hours per day on social media, and researchers say the consequences are serious. Rates of anxiety, depression, and loneliness among young people have risen sharply since smartphones became widespread. Although some studies suggest that social media helps people feel connected, a growing body of evidence points in the opposite direction. Several governments are now passing laws to restrict access for children, and some schools have banned phones entirely. Technology companies argue that their platforms are not responsible for mental health outcomes, yet internal documents have shown they knew about the harm for years. The world is finally paying attention, but the damage may already be deep.

💬 Quick Discussion (2 min)
1. What surprised you most about this text?
2. Do you think five hours a day on social media is typical for people you know?
3. Is this a problem in your generation? Why or why not?
3Phase

Sentence Hunt 🔍

6 minutes · Controlled Practice · Identify sentence types in real text
Step 1: Select a label below. Step 2: Click on a sentence in the text to mark it.
Find: 2 Simple (S) · 2 Compound (CP) · 2 Complex (CX)
Scrolling Into Crisis

Teenagers today spend an average of five hours per day on social media, and researchers say the consequences are serious. Rates of anxiety, depression, and loneliness among young people have risen sharply since smartphones became widespread. Although some studies suggest that social media helps people feel connected, a growing body of evidence points in the opposite direction. Several governments are now passing laws to restrict access for children, and some schools have banned phones entirely. Technology companies argue that their platforms are not responsible for mental health outcomes, yet internal documents have shown they knew about the harm for years. The world is finally paying attention, but the damage may already be deep.

Marked: 0 S  ·  0 CP  ·  0 CX
Answer Key — Sentence Hunt
  • CP — Sentence 1: "Teenagers today spend… and researchers say…" → joined by and
  • CX — Sentence 2: "Rates of anxiety… since smartphones became widespread" → dependent clause with since
  • CX — Sentence 3: "Although some studies suggest… a growing body…" → Although introduces dependent clause
  • CP — Sentence 4: "Several governments… and some schools…" → joined by and
  • CP — Sentence 5: "Tech companies argue… yet internal documents have shown…" → joined by yet
  • CP — Sentence 6: "The world is finally paying attention, but…" → joined by but
  • ⚡ Coach note: There are NO pure simple sentences in this text! Use this as a discussion moment — this is how real, sophisticated writing works. Complexity is a sign of a strong writer.
4Phase

New Pattern: Compound-Complex 🔗⚡

5 minutes · New Input · The most powerful sentence type
You've mastered 3 types. Now meet the most powerful one.
A compound-complex sentence brings together everything you know:
→ The depth of complex — one idea depends on another
→ The power of compound — two or more connected ideas

The result: sentences that think out loud — showing contrast, cause, and connection at the same time.
The Pattern
[Although / While + dependent idea]  ,  [independent idea]   and / but / yet   [independent idea]
Color key:
Purple = dependent idea (cannot stand alone) Blue = independent idea (complete thought) Yellow = connecting word
💡 Mentor Sentences — From our topic
"Although platforms claim to connect people, anxiety rates are rising sharply, and governments are finally taking action."
"While technology companies deny responsibility, internal documents reveal the truth, yet most users continue scrolling every single day."
"Although some experts believe social media has real benefits, studies show clear mental health risks, and the evidence keeps growing every year."
✏️ Quick Practice — Complete these sentences
1. Although social media , young people , and the consequences .
2. While governments , tech companies , yet .
5Phase

Write Your Reaction ✍️

7 minutes · Free Practice · Individual or up to 3 students · Pick your prompt
Choose one prompt below — the one that interests you most. Write a paragraph of 5–7 sentences reacting to the text. Challenge yourself to use all 4 sentence types.
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Prompt 1 — Personal
"If you could grow up without social media, would you choose that? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer."
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Prompt 2 — Critical Thinking
"Who is really responsible for the mental health crisis caused by social media — the platforms, the parents, or society itself? Defend your position."
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Prompt 3 — Policy
"Should governments ban social media for anyone under 18? Explain whether you agree or disagree, and why."
🚀 Sentence Starters — Optional (click to insert)
I believe that... Although many people think... This is a serious issue, and... Even though this is complex... While some argue that... In my opinion... Although the evidence is clear... Society needs to act, because...
✅ Self-Check Before Sharing
6Phase

Closure & Feedback 🎯

5 minutes · Share · Identify · Celebrate
💬
"Today you didn't just practice grammar — you practiced thinking in English. Every sentence type is a tool. The more tools you master, the more powerful your writing becomes."
Each person shares one sentence from their paragraph. The group labels it together: S · CP · CX · CCX
🎤 Sharing Round — Label Together
Each student reads ONE sentence aloud. The group decides: S / CP / CX / CCX
S = Simple
CP = Compound
CX = Complex
CCX = Compound-Complex
1
Student reads their sentence here…
2
Student reads their sentence here…
3
Student reads their sentence here…
🏆 Today's Wins
✓ Reviewed: Simple, Compound, and Complex sentences
✓ Practiced: Identifying sentence types in real-world text
✓ Learned: Compound-Complex sentences — the most powerful type
✓ Applied: All 4 types in your own writing