Essay Section B, decoded
One essay from three prompts in minutes. LNAT's ideal is to words, and its recommended maximum is .
Choose the prompt you can argue
Pick the prompt where you can define the dispute, give two reasons and meet a serious objection. Knowing the topic matters less. You can state assumptions instead of facts.
Split the 40 minutes
| Time | Job |
|---|---|
| - | Choose the prompt and define the claim |
| - | Two reasons, the strongest objection, your reply |
| - | Write |
| - | Sharpen the conclusion, cut repetition |
Let the objection change your answer
Worked example Should public debate protect offensive speech?
Define
Protection means a strong presumption against punishment. Offensive means speech that wounds without threatening harm.
Reason
Vague offence rules get used against unpopular minorities.
Strongest objection
Repeated degrading speech can push people out of public life without any threat.
Judgement
Protect offence alone, with narrow rules for threats, targeted harassment and conduct that blocks equal access.
Why this works: The position gets more precise after meeting the objection.
Why the tempting route fails: One point each side and 'both have a point' leaves the question undecided.
Every paragraph proves one thing
Claim, reason, one example, then what it changes for your answer. Cut background that never enters the reasoning.