Write a persuasive “for or against” argument based on one of the Easter-related topics we discussed in class.
You may choose one or two ideas only from the list below.
Your writing should be approximately 240 words and include clear arguments, examples, and your opinion.
An example for you below:
Easter is a special time of year that symbolises new life and renewal, but in recent years it has become increasingly commercialised. I strongly believe that Easter celebrations should focus more on family traditions rather than on the sale of chocolate eggs.
Firstly, Easter is an important cultural and religious holiday for many people. Traditions such as spending time with family, sharing meals, and taking part in meaningful activities help to strengthen relationships and create lasting memories. These experiences are far more valuable than material gifts.
Secondly, the over-commercialisation of Easter encourages excessive consumerism, especially among children. Supermarkets begin selling chocolate eggs months in advance, which can take away from the true meaning of the holiday. Instead of focusing on togetherness, attention is often placed on buying and receiving sweets.
On the other hand, some may argue that chocolate eggs bring joy and help families celebrate together. While this may be true, they should not be the main focus of the holiday.
In conclusion, Easter should be a time to reconnect with loved ones and appreciate traditions, rather than being centred around commercial products. By prioritising family values, we can preserve the true spirit of Easter.
Meheraj Sultana
Apr 14, 2026
Beyond the chocolate eggs: Why should our young people learn in school about the true significance of Easter?
Every single year, when our world begins to pass from winter to spring, in every culture celebration takes place: Easter. The insufficient teaching of the traditions that take place during this period of celebration and its meaning creates an educational gap and schools should try to fill in this gap and help younger people learn about Easter.
For starters, Easter is not simply a holiday where students don’t go to school and chocolate eggs and pastel imagery make an act of presence. It’s one of the most significant celebrations observable in Western civilization. Its origins lie in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day, an event that stands at the core of Christian Theology. This belief appears for the first time in the New Testament texts. These texts not only shape the doctrine of a religion but also an art, literature and way of thinking for almost two thousand years. The influence of christianism all over Europe since the reign of Constantine the Great legalized this religion in the fourth century in the Middle Ages.
Moreover the Easter holidays extend far beyond the religious meaning. Many symbological things such as eggs and rabbits, have a relationship with pre-christianity rituals for fertility that took place in spring. These elements became a part of christian practice with time, creating a historical pattern of cultural synthesis. Students can learn about how traditions evolve, adapt and endure the difficult times. Such knowledge is not only very interesting information, but it holds an essential role in our interconnected world.
Many people think that teaching about a religion is the same thing as promoting it. However, this assumption comes from a misunderstanding. Teaching about religions is not promoting it, but allowing students to have in their curriculum studies of religious traditions, which allows young people to understand about all the different perspectives that people have when they believe in a religion. It allows them to understand how a muslim sees the world when Ramadam takes place, the importance of the Bar Mitzvá for a jewish person, and they can have an inclusive approach towards someone else.
Written by LMHP
[Teacher Comment]
A really well written, thought out piece of work with good use of:
There are some grammatical errors, and a few sentences are quite long and unclear. There is also some repetition, and the flow of ideas is sometimes interrupted by jumping between points. Please also pay attention to spelling and capitalisation.
overall – brilliant, well done.
