CELPIP Writing Task 2 10 SURVEY STANCE FORMULAS — CLB 10–12

 CELPIP Writing Task 2 10  SURVEY STANCE FORMULAS — CLB 10–12

1. “I am inclined to favour…”

Sentence formula:

Although both options could be worthwhile, I am inclined to favour [A/B], mainly because it would [POINT 1] and [POINT 2].

Example:

Although both options could be worthwhile, I am inclined to favour the community sports complex, mainly because it would promote healthier lifestyles and create a stronger sense of community.

Useful vocabulary:

be inclined to favour = prefer

promote = encourage

healthier lifestyles = improved physical well-being

sense of community = community cohesion

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2. “My preference lies with…”

Sentence formula:

My preference lies with [A/B], as this initiative would offer greater [BENEFIT 1] while providing [BENEFIT 2].

Example:

My preference lies with the public art programme, as this initiative would offer greater cultural exposure while providing opportunities for local artists.

Useful vocabulary:

preference lies with = preference is for

initiative = proposal/project

cultural exposure = access to cultural experiences

provide opportunities = create opportunities

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3. “I would give precedence to…”

Sentence formula:

I would give precedence to [A/B] over its alternative because of its potential to [POINT 1] and [POINT 2].

Example:

I would give precedence to restoring the historic theatre over its alternative because of its potential to preserve local heritage and generate economic activity.

Useful vocabulary:

give precedence to = prioritise

alternative = other option

preserve = protect

generate = create

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4. “The stronger proposition…”

Sentence formula:

Of the two alternatives, [A/B] appears to be the stronger proposition, given its ability to [POINT 1] and [POINT 2].

Example:

Of the two alternatives, converting the vacant building into a youth centre appears to be the stronger proposition, given its ability to support young people and revitalise the neighbourhood.

Useful vocabulary:

proposition = proposal

given its ability to = because it can

revitalise = make active and attractive again

support = assist

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5. “I would lean towards…”

Sentence formula:

While each alternative has its own advantages, I would lean towards [A/B], particularly because it could [POINT 1], as well as [POINT 2].

Example:

While each alternative has its own advantages, I would lean towards the farmers’ market, particularly because it could support local producers, as well as give residents access to fresher food.

Useful vocabulary:

lean towards = prefer

alternative = option

local producers = nearby businesses/farmers

access to = opportunity to obtain

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6. “There are stronger grounds for…”

Sentence formula:

There are stronger grounds for selecting [A/B], since this choice would not only [POINT 1] but would also [POINT 2].

Example:

There are stronger grounds for selecting the riverside recreation area, since this choice would not only provide residents with outdoor facilities but would also attract visitors to the area.

Useful vocabulary:

grounds for = reasons for

selecting = choosing

outdoor facilities = recreational amenities

attract visitors = draw tourists/residents

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7. “I would place greater emphasis on…”

Sentence formula:

If given the choice between [A] and [B], I would place greater emphasis on [A/B], primarily on account of its [POINT 1] and [POINT 2].

Example:

If given the choice between a new parking facility and a public garden, I would place greater emphasis on the latter, primarily on account of its environmental value and recreational benefits.

Useful vocabulary:

place greater emphasis on = prioritise

on account of = because of

environmental value = ecological benefit

recreational benefits = leisure advantages

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8. “The latter would be more advantageous…”

Sentence formula:

Having considered both proposals, I believe the latter would be more advantageous, particularly in terms of [POINT 1] and [POINT 2].

Example:

Having considered both proposals, I believe the latter would be more advantageous, particularly in terms of accessibility and long-term community engagement.

Useful vocabulary:

advantageous = beneficial

particularly in terms of = especially regarding

accessibility = ease of access

long-term = lasting

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9. “I would favour the proposal that…”

Sentence formula:

I would favour the proposal that offers greater scope for [POINT 1] while simultaneously addressing [POINT 2].

Example:

I would favour the proposal that offers greater scope for cultural activities while simultaneously addressing the shortage of affordable community spaces.

Useful vocabulary:

favour = prefer/support

greater scope for = more opportunities for

simultaneously = at the same time

shortage = lack

affordable = reasonably priced

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10. “On balance…”

Sentence formula:

On balance, I would select [A/B], since its overall advantages in terms of [POINT 1] and [POINT 2] outweigh those offered by the alternative.

Example:

On balance, I would select the theatre renovation, since its overall advantages in terms of cultural participation and economic development outweigh those offered by the alternative.

Useful vocabulary:

on balance = after considering everything

overall advantages = total benefits

outweigh = be more significant than

economic development = growth in local economic activity

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CLB 12 VOCABULARY BANK

Instead of I choose:

I would favour

I would opt for

I would select

I would give precedence to

I would lean towards

My preference lies with

I would place greater emphasis on

Instead of because:

primarily because

mainly because

given that

since

on account of

owing to

in light of

particularly because

Instead of better:

more advantageous

more beneficial

more worthwhile

more viable

more effective

more practical

more appropriate

the stronger proposition

Instead of good for the community:

strengthen community cohesion

enhance residents’ quality of life

broaden public participation

address local needs

create lasting community benefits

contribute to neighbourhood development

THE CLB 12 FORMULA

CHOICE → STANCE → TWO REASONS

Do not spend the entire introduction explaining both options.

A strong opening should make these three things immediately obvious:

What are the choices?

Which one do you support?

What are your two main reasons?

Master example

Of the two proposals of renovating the railway station into a cultural hub and restoring the historic theatre as an event venue, I would opt for the latter, primarily because it would broaden cultural participation and stimulate the local economy.