How to approach material-based writing

Step 1: Understanding the task

Read the situation and the task. Make sure you fully understand the topic!

Step 2: Analysing the material

Look at the material given and make sure you understand the message provided in the different sources.

Step 3: Structuring

Brainstorm your ideas on the topic.
Structure your arguments, including the material you want to use as examples/ explanations, etc.
Make sure the arguments are logically connected to the subject.
Note down some useful vocabulary on the topic.

Step 4: Writing

Introduce the topic in general and state the problem. You may already use information from a source (e.g. message of cartoon, etc.).
Present each of your arguments in a well-structured paragraph:
Present a general statement to convey your main idea in a topic sentence.
Give reasons for your point of view (explanation) and provide suitable examples/evidence to support your line of argumentation (e.g. information from one of the materials).
Use linking words and phrases to guide the reader through the argument thus producing a coherent text.
Draw a conclusion, by drafting a solution to the problem, giving a future outlook, etc.