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TCF writing Task 3, model essay broken down paragraph by paragraph
Task 3 is where writing scores are won or lost. Here's one essay on a frequent theme, remote work, built deliberately against what examiners grade. Read why each sentence is there, then reuse the skeleton on any topic.
Updated November 2026 · 3 min read
The short answer
- Four paragraphs: introduce the debate → summarise view 1 → summarise view 2 → your position.
- Rephrase the documents; don't copy their sentences.
- Show range with one gérondif, one subjunctive, one concession, and correct basics.
- Land at about 160 words, safely inside 120–180.
1What examiners grade
| Criterion | What it means for Task 3 |
|---|---|
| Task completion | Both documents summarised, a clear personal position, word range respected |
| Coherence | Paragraphs, connectors, logical order |
| Vocabulary | Topic words, rephrasing, precision |
| Grammar | Few basic errors, some complex structures |
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- A full B2-level Task 3 essay on remote work
- Why each sentence is there, against the grading criteria
- A reusable skeleton with gérondif, subjunctive and concession
5Frequently asked questions
How do I structure TCF Canada writing Task 3?+
Four paragraphs: introduce the debate, summarise the first document's view in your own words, summarise the opposing view, then give your position with reasons, in 120–180 words.
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