Simple & Easy PTE Essay Template for Popular Opinion Essays (“Many People Think”)
What PTE Really Wants?
- Show you understand the popular opinion
- Show your opinion clearly
- Keep language simple
- Clear 4-paragraph structure
Paragraph 1: Introduction (3 sentences)
- Mention the common belief
Start with Many people think/ believe that… - Your opinion
Say agree/ disagree / partly agree - Short reason or approach
Briefly say why, or that you’ll discuss both sides
Easy formula:
I agree/ disagree/ partly agree with this view.
Paragraph 2: Popular Opinion (What Many People Think)
- Topic sentence
Explain why many people believe this idea - Explanation
Give one or two reasons - (Optional) Result or simple example
Even if you disagree, explain their view first
Paragraph 3: Your Opinion
- Topic sentence
Introduce your view (agree, disagree, or balanced) - Explanation
Give your main reason - (Optional) Example or result
Paragraph 4: Conclusion (2 sentences)
- Summary
Mention both sides briefly - Final opinion
Restate your position clearly
Why This Works for PTE?
- Directly answers “many people think”
- Shows understanding of both sides
- Very simple language
- Fast to write
- Low grammar risk
Simple Sample Essay
Question:
Many people think that technology isolates people rather than connecting them.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Sample Answer
Paragraph 1: Introduction
- Many people think that technology isolates people instead of bringing them closer.
- I partly agree with this view because technology has both negative and positive effects.
- Its impact depends on how it is used.
Paragraph 2: Popular Opinion
- Many people believe this because technology reduces face-to-face communication.
- People often spend too much time on phones and social media instead of talking in person.
- As a result, relationships can become weaker.
Paragraph 3: My Opinion
- However, I believe technology also helps people stay connected.
- It allows individuals to communicate easily with family and friends who live far away.
- For example, video calls and messaging apps make communication faster and easier.
Paragraph 4: Conclusion
- In conclusion, technology can both isolate and connect people.
- Therefore, I believe its effect depends mainly on how people use it.
Ultra-Easy Memory Version
Intro:
Many people think → My opinion → Hint
Body 1:
Why do people think this
Body 2:
My view
Conclusion:
Both sides → Opinion again
Key PTE Advice
❌ Do NOT over-explain
❌ Do NOT use difficult vocabulary
✅ Simple + clear + structured = high score
Fill-in-the-blank template for Popular Opinion PTE essays.
(“Many People Think”)
You can memorize this and use it for any topic.
Fill-in-the-Blank Template
Paragraph 1: Introduction
Sentence 1:
Many people think that __________.
Sentence 2:
I agree/ disagree/ partly agree with this view.
Sentence 3:
This essay will discuss __________.
Paragraph 2: Popular Opinion
Sentence 1:
Many people believe this because __________.
Sentence 2:
They think that __________, which can lead to __________.
Sentence 3 (optional):
For example, __________.
Paragraph 3: My Opinion
Sentence 1:
However, I believe that __________.
Sentence 2:
This is because __________.
Sentence 3 (optional):
For instance, __________.
Paragraph 4: Conclusion
Sentence 1:
In conclusion, __________ has both advantages and disadvantages.
Sentence 2:
Therefore, I agree/ disagree/ partly agree that __________.
Ultra-Short Memory Version
Intro:
Belief → Opinion → Topic
Body 1:
Why do people think this
Body 2:
My view
Conclusion:
Summary → Opinion again
Mini Example (Quick Fill)
Topic: Technology and isolation
Many people think that technology isolates people.
I partly agree with this view.
This essay will discuss both sides of this issue.
PTE Tip
- Examples are optional
- Keep sentences short
- Do not use complex words
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