Introduction In today’s world, businesses are no longer judged solely on their financial success but also on their contribution to society. One increasingly popular idea is that companies should provide sports and...
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Deciding whether companies should provide sports and social facilities for local communities is a complex question of business ethics and social policy. This guide offers a model essay and a detailed breakdown of how to structure your arguments, use evidence effectively, and achieve a top grade on your English exam.
Why this matters on the exam
The Norwegian curriculum for the English subject requires you to discuss and elaborate on social, cultural, and political issues from the English-speaking world. The role of corporations in society is a classic theme that can appear in various forms on your exam. Understanding the arguments surrounding corporate social responsibility (CSR) will prepare you for a range of tasks.
For example, exam questions often ask you to deliberate on contested social issues. You might encounter tasks like:
- Argumentative Essay: A prompt almost identical to this article's title is a common exam task where you must choose a side and defend it with clear, logical arguments.
- Short Answer Task: You could be asked to define a key term, for instance: "Explain the concept of 'Corporate Social Responsibility' and provide one concrete example of a CSR initiative."
- Oral Exam Presentation: You might choose or be assigned a topic like "The Evolving Role of Business in the 21st Century," where discussing a company's community obligations would be a central and impressive point to make. A detailed analysis like this gives you the vocabulary and structure to excel.
Model Essay: Should Companies Provide Sports and Social Facilities for Local Communities?
The following text is a complete model essay. We will use this essay as a basis for understanding how to structure arguments, use evidence, and meet examiner expectations in the sections that follow. …