Advantages of Nuclear Power -Compared to fossil fuels, nuclear power is cheaper, quicker and cleaner to produce. -It cannot run out Advantages of Nuclear Weapons - The threat of them is enough to stop war breaking out (e.g. Cold War) Disadvantages of Nuclear Power -Strong possibility of serious health risks if accident happens (e.g. Chernobyl/ Fukushima) - expensive to build Disadvantages of Nuclear Weapons -Only rich countries can afford them which creates power imbalances -Unimaginably destructive -Creates climate of distrust

 The development of weapons through history.  Suggestions for achieving world peace.  Our increasing reliance on modern technology.  The depletion of natural resources.  The high cost of fuel.

Claims/viewsSupporting evidence There is a strong possibility of serious health risks if accident happens at or near a nuclear power plant. e.g. Japanese earthquake - Fukushima The threat of nuclear weapons and their potential to cause widespread destruction and death is enough to stop war breaking out. e.g. the Cold War between the USA and the former Soviet Union

IntroductionCause and effectConclusion This issue/ problem has.. Generally speaking,… Currently, … As a result,… Due to… Because of… …has led to… In conclusion,… To sum up,… There seems to be little doubt that… AndButFor example In addition,… Moreover,… Furthermore,… Not only…but also… Firstly,… Secondly,… However,… Although,… Despite/ In spite of… Nevertheless,… In contrast,… For example,… For instance,… …such as… A case in point being… One example of this…

 Good arguments and a clear point of view  But poor structures and answer not very coherent  Supporting arguments/ evidence not linked together and some ideas unfinished  Some good vocabulary but often words missing.  Band score = 5

 Well-written and writer’s point of view is clear  Some good arguments but are repeated  Easy to read and well-organised  Some good use of linkers but confused occasionally  Wide range of structures handled well  A few small problems with vocabulary, including spelling and word choice  Band score = 7