Writing task 2 Cách nhận diện đề Với dạng bài Advantages – Disadvantages đề bài sẽ đưa ra một vấn đề hoặc ý kiến và yêu cầu bạn phải chỉ ra những nhược điểm cũng như ưu điểm của nó. Type 1: Do the disadvantages of this trend outweigh the advantages Type 1: Do the disadvantages of this trend outweigh the advantages In recent years, more and more people are choosing to read e-books rather than paper books. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? Children's education is expensive. In some countries, the government pay some or all of the costs. Do the advantages outweigh its disadvantages? In some countries, governments are encouraging industries and businesses to move to regional areas outside the big cities. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages? In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary schools rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? Type 1: Do the disadvantages of this trend outweigh the advantages People now have the freedom to work and live anywhere in the world due to the development of communication technology and transportation. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? More and more students are choosing to study at colleges and universities in foreign countries. Do the benefits of studying abroad outweigh the drawbacks? Do the positive effects outweigh the negative effects, when advertising gains popularity? Most countries want to improve the standard of living through economic development; however, others think the social value is lost as a result of economic development. To what extent do you think the advantages of economic development outweigh its disadvantages? Type 2: What are the advantages and disadvantages of X Type 3: Compare the advantages and disadvantages of X and Y Some people want to live in a house while others prefer living in an apartment. Does living in a house bring more advantages than living in an apartment? Type 3: Compare the advantages and disadvantages of X and Y Some people want to live in a house while others prefer living in an apartment. Does living in a house bring more advantages than living in an apartment? Type 1: Do the disadvantages of this trend outweigh the advantages Opening Paraphrase the question: It is true that … (paraphrase lần 1) Thesis statement: Although this trend has some benefits, I would argue that there are more drawbacks. Type 1: Do the disadvantages of this trend outweigh the advantages Body 1 Topic sentence: On the one hand, admittedly, the benefits that this trend brings are manifold. Supporting Sentence 1: Admittedly, … Developing Sentence 1.1: In particular, … Developing Sentence 1.2: Therefore, … Supporting Sentence 2: Furthermore, … Developing Sentence 2: For example, … Type 1: Do the disadvantages of this trend outweigh the advantages Body 2 Topic sentence: On the other hand, I believe that the disadvantages are even more significant. Supporting Sentence 1: As can be expected, … Developing Sentence 1.1: In fact, … Developing Sentence 1.2: Accordingly, Supporting Sentence 2: In addition, … Developing Sentence 2: For instance, … Type 1: Do the disadvantages of this trend outweigh the advantages Conclusion Restate of thesis statement: In conclusion, it seems to me that the drawbacks of … do outweigh the benefits Type 2: What are the advantages and disadvantages of X Opening Paraphrase the question: It has been suggested that … Thesis statement: However, X has had both positive and negative effects on our lives Type 2: What are the advantages and disadvantages of X Body 1 Topic sentence: The benefits that X offers are manifold. Supporting Sentence 1: Admittedly, … Developing Sentence 1.1: In particular, … Developing Sentence 1.2: Therefore, … Supporting Sentence 2: Furthermore, … Developing Sentence 2: For example, … Type 2: What are the advantages and disadvantages of X Body 2 Topic sentence: In spite of X being such a helpful …, its drawbacks cannot be overlooked Supporting Sentence 1: As can be expected, … Developing Sentence 1.1: In fact, … Developing Sentence 1.2: Accordingly, Supporting Sentence 2: In addition, … Developing Sentence 2: For instance, … Type 2: What are the advantages and disadvantages of X Conclusion Restate of thesis statement: In conclusion, …, but … Type 3: Compare the advantages and disadvantages of X and Y Opening Paraphrase the question: People have widely differing views with regard to the question of … Thesis statement: However, each option brings certain positive and negative effects on our lives Type 3: Compare the advantages and disadvantages of X and Y Body 1 Topic sentence: The benefits that X offers are manifold. Supporting Sentence 1: Admittedly, … Developing Sentence 1.1: In particular, … Developing Sentence 1.2: Therefore, … Supporting Sentence 2: Furthermore, … Developing Sentence 2: For example, … Type 3: Compare the advantages and disadvantages of X and Y Body 2 Topic sentence: In spite of X being such a helpful …, its drawbacks cannot be overlooked Supporting Sentence 1: As can be expected, … Developing Sentence 1.1: In fact, … Developing Sentence 1.2: Accordingly, Supporting Sentence 2: In addition, … Developing Sentence 2: For instance, … Type 3: Compare the advantages and disadvantages of X and Y Conclusion Restate of thesis statement: In conclusion, although … each have their advantages and disadvantages, it seems to me that the impact of … is the greatest.
