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Các bài viết tham khảo IELTS
Writing Task 2
(band 8.0+)
Band 8.0

While some people consider global warming to be the
most pressing environmental problem which we have at
the moment, others believe that deforestation has a more
devastating impact on our world.
Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Environmental degradation has been an alarming issue throughout the world and most debate now circles
around whether global warming or deforestation causes the most serious damage. In my opinion,
although loss of forest is undeniably affecting our lives to some extent, global warming should be paid
more attention due to its widespread outcomes.

Some environmentalists argue that deforestation has been the most affecting factor on the world’s
population and living things. Forest clearance leads to the loss of the system that performs valuable but
under-appreciated services like ensuring the regular flow of clean water and protecting the community
from flood and drought. Those natural disasters can wreak havoc on crops and people’s livelihood and
sometimes put their lives in danger. In Vietnam, reports have shown there are thousands of people who
are missing or die from annually severe floods. Long lasting effects from the ongoing destruction of ---wilderness will inevitably result in other unforeseen catastrophes as forest is considered to be the lungs of
the earth.

However, deforestation brings about disastrous consequences predominantly in those areas without
forest cover. On the contrary, increasing temperature takes its toll on global existence that no individual or
country can ignore. Health risks through rising air temperatures and extended heatwaves including
respiratory mortality and heart attacks will lower the average life expectancy of human being. Another
remarkable detriment to our planet is the loss of biodiversity due to limited adaptability and adaptability
speed of flora and fauna. Extreme weather events as a result of high temperature lead to habitat
destruction; this may push less adaptable animals to the verge of extinction. Scientists predict that by

2050, if no stringent regulations on this issue is enforced, massive species will die out.


In conclusion, global warming should be deemed a more life-threatening phenomenon and prioritized over
deforestation. However, any forward-looking countries should address both issues simultaneously in order
to reap benefits later.
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Bài chữa
Environmental degradation has been an alarming issue throughout the world and most debate now circles
around whether global warming or deforestation causes the most serious damage. In my opinion,
although loss of forest is undeniably affecting our lives to some extent, global warming should be paid
more attention due to its widespread outcomes.

Some environmentalists argue that deforestation has been the most affecting factor on the world’s
population and living things. Forest clearance leads to the loss of the system that performs valuable but
under-appreciated services like ensuring the regular flow of clean water and protecting the community
from flood and drought. Those natural disasters can wreak havoc on crops and people’s livelihood and
sometimes put their lives in danger. In Vietnam, reports have shown there are thousands of people who
are missing or die from annually severe floods [have shown that people have been missing or die
annually from severe floods]. Long lasting effects from the ongoing destruction of wilderness will
inevitably result in other unforeseen catastrophes as forest is considered to be the lungs of the earth.
However, deforestation brings about disastrous consequences predominantly in those areas without
forest cover [không rõ vai trò của câu này trong lập luận].


On the contrary, [Việc trái đất nóng lên hay mất rừng về cơ bản là GIỐNG NHAU về tác động tiêu cực,
nên em dùng On the contrary ở đây là không hợp lý. Đoạn này thảo luận một vấn đề riêng, em khơng
nhất thiết phải có từ nối ở đây.] increasing temperature takes its toll on global existence that no individual
or country can ignore. Health risks through rising air temperatures and extended heatwaves including
respiratory mortality and heart attacks will lower the average life expectancy of human being [human
beings]. Another remarkable detriment to our planet is the loss of biodiversity due to limited adaptability
and adaptability speed of flora and fauna. Extreme weather events as a result of high temperature lead to

habitat destruction; this may push less adaptable animals to the verge of extinction. Scientists predict that
by 2050, if no stringent regulations on this issue is enforced, massive species will die out [cái này là facts,
em có thể bỏ đi vì Task 2 thiên nhiều hơn về lập luận].

In conclusion, global warming should be deemed a more life-threatening phenomenon and prioritized over
deforestation. However, any forward-looking countries should address both issues simultaneously in order
to reap benefits later.

(Bài viết được chữa bởi thầy Vũ Hải Đăng)

Sport is becoming a business. More and more companies
are getting involved in sporting events. Do you think that
it is a positive or negative development?
It is true that corporates have the tendency to play a role in different aspects of competitive sports
nowadays. While I understand that this bilateral relation may cause some negative impacts, I would argue
that it is a step long sought by sports advocates to help sporting events take off.

The unfavorable side of this movement can be attributed to two main factors, match-fixing and the use of
illegal substance. Many companies which are funding sporting events, are simultaneously sponsoring one
or mutliple teams of their own. Hence, many people are apprehensive about the idea that the result of a
tournament could be predetermined by how much money big companies are pouring in to buy their teams’
victories. Furthermore, substantial monetary benefits may entice athletes into using performanceenhancing drugs in sports tournaments. This can have detrimental effects on sporting events, as it
jeopardizes the health of its users, while ruining sportsmanship and the outputs of all the matches that it is
involved in.
On the flip side, funding from corporates can facilitate sports development in many ways. Firstly, it helps
sporting organizations have the money needed to organize holistically better events. This money can be
used for many activities, namely the production and marketing of the campaign, to serve the purpose of
meeting the public’s expectations by bringing out a fully operational and aesthetically pleasing
tournament. Secondly, sportsmen, atleast those who play popular ones, are able to secure themselves a
stable or even lucrative income. As a result, devoted athletes can rid themselves of financial worries and

be extra focused on their games to give more eye-pleasing performances for the followers of the sport.
In conclusion, while the connection between sporting events and commercial companies can have
several bad effects, I am convinced that the benefits far outweigh the drawbacks.
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Bài chữa
It is true that corporates have the tendency to play a role [have a tendency to get involved | have a
tendency to play an influencing role] in different aspects of competitive sports nowadays. While I
understand that this bilateral relation may cause some negative impacts, I would argue that it is a step
long sought by sports advocates to help sporting events take off.

The unfavorable side [unfavourable effect] of this movement can be attributed to two main factors, matchfixing and the use of illegal substance. Many companies which are funding sporting events, are
simultaneously sponsoring one or mutliple teams of their own. Hence, many people are apprehensive
about the idea that the result of a tournament could be predetermined by how much money big
companies are pouring in to buy their teams’ victories. Furthermore, substantial monetary benefits may
entice athletes into using performance-enhancing drugs in sports tournaments. This can have detrimental
effects on sporting events, as it jeopardizes the health of its users, while ruining sportsmanship and the
outputs of all the matches that it is involved in [bỏ “in”].

On the flip side, funding from corporates can facilitate sports development in many ways. Firstly, it helps
sporting organizations have the money needed to organize holistically better events. This money can be
used for many activities, namely the production and marketing of the campaign, to serve the purpose of
meeting the public’s expectations by bringing out a fully operational [well organised] and aesthetically
pleasing tournament. Secondly, sportsmen, atleast [nên thay bằng “especially”] those who play popular


ones, are able to secure themselves a stable or even lucrative income. As a result, devoted athletes can
rid themselves of financial worries and be extra focused on their games to give more eye-pleasing
performances for the followers of the sport [sports fans].

In conclusion, while the connection between sporting events and commercial companies can have
several bad effects, I am convinced that the benefits far outweigh the drawbacks.

Is is more important for school children to learn about
local history than world history. To what extent do you
agree or disagree? Write at least 250 words.
Sample answer (260 words)
Many people think that it is more important for school children to study their own local history than
world history. I only agree in part with this opinion for the following reasons.
It is true that school children should learn more about the history of their countries and localities than
about the history of the whole world. Stories about past events which directly relate to the place where
they live or the language they speak and the people they are grown up with are without a doubt dearer
to their heart than those which happen elsewhere. For this reason, school children can find it easier to
understand the lessons.
However, it is hard to learn local history in isolation because it is part of a bigger picture. Take Vietnam as
an example, teaching history lessons about Vietnam without mentioning the influence of China (as its
closest neighboring country) is almost impossible. As a matter of fact, the development of the local
language, the rise and fall of dynasties and the growth of social sentiments against China are all linked to
past interactions between the two countries. Other examples include global events such as the two
World Wars which cast impacts on countries worldwide and can hardly be left out of history lessons in
schools.
To conclude, although many people have reasons to believe that local history is more important to
school children, itis my belief that children can also learn about historical events on a grander scale so
long as the lessons are interesting enough to keep them interested.
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Doing an enjoyable activity with a child can develop better skills and more creativity
than reading. To what extent do you agree? Use reasons and specific examples to
explain your answer.

Essay answer (1)
Parents throughout the world place spend time reading with their offspring to prepare
them for school where their literacy skills are further developed; however, recent
research suggests that focusing on reading at an early age can be detrimental, and
participating in fun activities would be far more beneficial. I am a strong advocate of this
approach, and the benefits of it will be covered in this essay.
A fundamental reason for this is that there is no biological age for reading, and pushing
infants to acquire this skill before they are ready could have repercussions. For
example, in the UK, many boys are reluctant readers, possibly because of being forced

to read, and this turned them off reading. By focusing on other activities and developing
other skills such as creativity and imagination, when they are ready to read, they usually
acquire this skill rapidly.
In addition, the importance of encouraging creativity and developing a child’s
imagination must be acknowledged. Through play, youngsters develop social and
cognitive skills, for example, they are more likely to learn vocabulary through context
rather than learning it from a book.
Furthermore, play allows youngsters to mature emotionally, and gain self-confidence.
There is no scientific research which suggests reading at a young age is essential for a
child’s development, moreover, evidence suggests the reverse is true. In Finland, early
years’ education focuses on playing.
Reading is only encouraged if a child shows and interest in developing this skill. This
self-directed approach certainly does not result in Finnish school leavers falling behind
their foreign counterparts. In fact, Finland was ranked the sixth best in the world in
terms of reading.
Despite being a supporter of this non-reading approach, I strongly recommend
incorporating bedtime stories into a child’s daily routine. However, reading as a regular


daytime activity should be swapped for something which allows the child to develop
other skills.
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Essay sample answer (2)
The global phenomenon of urbanisation from the beginning of industrialisation to the
present day has brought opportunity and prosperity, albeit at a cost in the quality of life.
With an increasing city population, the complexity of the challenges also increases, the
causes and solutions for this are outlined below.
The causes for the decrease in the quality of life are paradoxically the prosperity
endowed on such metropolitan centres. Their growth is largely due to the increase of
opportunities on offer, which in turn increases their attractiveness, essentially they are
trapped in a positive self-reinforcing cycle.
However, this eventually leads to a decrease in the quality of life as the city can
experience overcrowding, exorbitant property prices, and increased vulnerability to
terrorist attacks. For example, the density of London makes it a more efficient place to
attack, when compared to a smaller city such as Bradford. Therefore, due to continuous

growth and prosperity, urban citizens, especially the less well off, often experience a
lower standard of living.


Considering the solutions, greater investment in public transport would ease traffic
congestion, as would bike lanes. In theory this would reduce air pollution, and possibly
improve the wellbeing of the population if they did adopt a more active lifestyle and
cycle to work.
To counter violent terrorist attacks, cities could embark on CCTV installations, so as to
closely monitor for threats. For example, it is said, the CCTV in London has foiled many
potential attacks, and therefore greatly increased the security of its citizens.
To conclude, a wealthy city attracts a large population inflow, which then causes
pressure on existing infrastructure and security. Various solutions exist to mitigate such
drawbacks, nevertheless an indefinite solution has yet to be found.
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Social media marketing can influence what consumers buy. Do you agree or disagree?
To what extent do you agree?

Essay sample answer (3)
Since the introduction of social media applications in the early 2000’s the world has
become a much smaller place. Social media applications such as Facebook, Instagram
and Twitter have become information sources for a majority of the global market.


As such, I would agree that marketing, which happens to be a source of information
accessible on these platforms can influence the consumers who use them. This notion
is further aided by the rise in online retail stores who conduct the bulk of their
transactions online. This makes it easier for the consumer to purchase from anywhere
in the world.
As a consumer on social media, you are constantly bombarded with advertisements of
various products that are specifically designed to catch your attention. This means that
most of the adverts on your news feeds aren’t random and will almost always feature
something you have previously searched online or something currently popular or
trending. Given the fact that most social media users are young consumers who are
influenced by current trends and happenings these adverts will almost always catch

their eye.
The habit of sharing, retweeting and liking also ensures that these adverts get around,
quite fast. As such, when an advert does reach your news feed you have already
probably seen it on your friend’s news feed. The truth is, adverts are a form of
information and with the age of the internet, information spreads faster than a wild fire.
Therefore, it only makes sense that in the era and age of technology, globalization and
the need to be trendy, social media marketing can influence what consumers buy.
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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following
topic


Fresh water has always been a limited resource in some parts of the world.
Today, however, growing worldwide demand has made this a global problem.

What are the causes of the increased demand and what measure could
governments and individuals take to respond to this problem?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your
own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Model Answer:
Since time immemorial, in certain drier parts of the world, fresh water has
always been a scarce natural resource. However, in the present time, due to
various reasons, scarcity of fresh water has become a global issue. This
essay will illustrate some factors contributing to this problem and will also
elicit certain steps that can help the national authorities and individuals in
controlling this growing demand for natural salt free water.

Firstly, population explosion is the factor of utmost importance, which has
lead to the global surge in potable water requirement. Secondly, increased
pollution of natural fresh water reserves due to urbanization and
industrialization has compounded this demand. Furthermore, in modern

times, the growing use of salt free water for activities like recreational
swimming, have also catalyzed the surge in global water demand.
National authorities, on the other hand, can control this surge by
implementing public education schemes regarding controlled water usage.
Strict national legislations for preventing natural fresh water reserve
pollution are also required. Moreover, government should also enact
infrastructures for purification of seawater into saline free water, which will
help
in
meeting
the
growing
requirement
of
fresh
water.


Similarly, public can also contribute towards this noble cause by conserving
water and also by limiting their daily household water usage. They should
refrain themselves from performing activities that will pollute natural fresh
water
reserves.
Thus even though, the scarcity of fresh water is a growing global problem,
there are various means and methods available, by which both the
government and individuals can prevent this from worsening.
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Đề bài:
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic

Forests are the lungs of the earth. Destruction of the world’s forests amounts

to death of the world we currently know.


To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your
own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Model Answer:
I am in consummate accord with the statement that, the Earth’s natural
green reserves purify its atmosphere and functions synonymously as that of
the mammalian lungs. I also advocate the view that, forest destruction will
ruin our present world.

Firstly, from our basic knowledge of plant physiology, it can be restated that,
plants by the process of photosynthesis convert the harmful carbon-dioxide
gas into Oxygen, without which life cannot exist. Thus in a wider
perspective, it can be stated that, the earth’s forests purify the atmosphere
and thereby help in sustaining life. Secondly, environmentalists have proven
that, the rapid destruction of forests is also a leading cause of global
warming. Hence, destruction of the natural green reserves may lead to such
a surge in the global temperature that agricultural land may become arid,
leading to wide spread famine and deaths. Thirdly, forests also house diverse
forms of life and these would become extinct if we continue to destroy their
natural habitats.

Furthermore, scientific research has proven that forest ecosystem act as
natural scavengers and by the process of biodegradation, forest ecology

helps in producing crude oil, which fuels our modern world and its
unavailability is unimaginable as this will directly catalyze a global economic
crisis. Finally, forests are also source of numerous medicinal plants, from
which varieties of modern medicines are produced; Quinine, an antimalarial
drug, produced from the barks of Cinchona trees is the best possible


example. Hence forest destruction will also be a bane for the medical
community.

Thus the harmony of the present wonderful will be ruined if our natural green
reserves are continuously destroyed and there is a theoretical possibility that
the blue planet might become lifeless if these green lungs are totally wiped
out.
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Đề bài:
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic

The most important thing about a job is how much money you earn in that
job.
Do you agree or disagree?


Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your
own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Model Answer:
A vast majority of our adult life is spent working; hence it is important that
we have an appropriate job that fulfils our aspirations. While financial
remuneration is an important factor that attracts individuals towards a
specific work, there are other factors of equal significance that make a job
ideal.

Firstly, the importance of financial security cannot be undermined in the
modern materialistic world. Since a vast majority of people earn their

livelihood from their workplace, it will be difficult for individuals with single
source of income, to make their ends meet, from underpaying jobs. Thus
underpaid employees, because of their financial burdens, may not be able to
offer dedication and commitment at workplace, which in turn results in
under-performance. Secondly, the educated refrain from being employed in
underpaying jobs, as these are less attractive. Hence the remuneration
associated, is an important factor that determines the value of a particular
job.

On the other hand, to glorify higher earning as the sole determiner of an
ideal job is incorrect. This is because various other factors like work and life
balance; working place culture and adequate recognition contribute towards
satisfaction and contentment in work. Thus an astronomically higher paying
job with a demanding employer, with poor social life in a tedious work place
environment will lead to higher job dissatisfaction, which in turn will also
promote higher attrition.
Henceforth, it can be stated that apart from financial remuneration, which is
a major determiner of a good occupation, job satisfaction is also an equally
important associated factor that determines the value of a specific job.
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Đề bài:
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic

Some people believe the aim of university education is to help graduates get
better jobs. Others believe there are much wider benefits of university
education for both individuals and society.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your
own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.


Model Answer:
University education, even though is definitely directed towards generating
lucrative employment opportunities for the advanced students; there are
additional arrays of associated benefits of tertiary education that are worth
mentioning.

Firstly market researches in the United States and other developed countries
have shown that post graduates are able to command a considerable higher
salary at workplace when compared to graduates or simple high school
diploma holders. Moreover, the professional world of certain white collared
highly respected professions, like those of physicians, engineers, scientists
can only be pursued, after graduating from the respective university courses.
Furthermore, in certain fields like management, the credibility of various
universities are judged by their ability to generate glittering well-paid
employment offers for their fresh graduates, during their campus
placements. Hence university education is definitely perceived as a means of
better employability.

In this context it is worth mentioning that, apart from generating lucrative
jobs for students, universities also benefit the nation by creating educated
societies, containing an immense pool of forward thinking individuals, who
can contribute towards social development by their respective expertise.
Individuals graduating from universities also additionally benefit from the
multicultural environments that promote intercultural tolerance and
brotherhood. The process of tertiary education also promotes teamwork and
collective development amongst individuals. Over and above, numerous long
lasting friendships, business partnerships and courtships also bloom from the

university campus life.

Finally, to sum up, it can be confidently stated that apart from generating
respectable employment, there are numerous associated positive aspects of
university education, which are of great social and individual significance.

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Đề bài:
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic

International tourism has brought enormous benefit to many places. At the
same time, there is concern about its impact on local inhabitants and the
environment.
Do the disadvantages of international tourism outweigh the advantages?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your
own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.

Model Answer:
Travel industry has experienced a major boom in the later part of the 20th
century and has been a boon in disguise, which has helped some weaker
nations to uplift their failing economies. While questions have been raised
regarding the negative impacts that accompany the growth in the travel
sector, these definitely do not outweigh the associated benefits.


The economic boost that accompanies a successful travel industry is quite
well recognised and Thailand is the best example. The entire Thai economy
revolves around tourism and the country had been able to uplift its socio
economic status through its flourishing hospitality sector. Egypt is another
nation that is heavily dependent on its hospitality sector. The growth in the
number of incoming tourists leads to innumerable prospects in terms of local
entrepreneurship & employment generation. This is also associated with

international investments and infrastructure development. The national
authorities, in order to ensure safety of the international visitors provide
better law and order enforcement, improved transportation and healthcare
facilities, which in turn benefit the local population.

On the other hand, the rising influx of holidaymakers is associated with
increased incidences of crimes, prostitution and antisocial activities like
drugs, human trafficking and gambling, which affect the values of the
indigenous society. The local population are also affected by the growth in
property value indices. Environmentalists are also concerned regarding
environmental remodelling, that is associated with increased tourist activities
in natural reserves. In this context, it is worth mentioning that, by enforcing
stern law and order and implementing strict legislations, governments can
control most of these negative impacts of tourism.

Henceforth, it can be confidently conveyed that, even though the growth in
travel industry has accompanying negative social impacts, these do not
outweigh the contributions made by this sector towards social development.
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Đề bài:
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic

In the modern world, the image (photograph or film) is becoming a more
powerful way of communicating than the written word.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your

own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.

Model Answer:

In modern society, with the advent of advanced telecommunication and
photographic technologies, visual expression in mediums such as television,
photography and films are increasingly becoming popular as powerful means
of expression when compared to the simple mundane printed medium.

The increasing preference and use of visual resources over written
communication is an undeniable fact and the growing utilization of video
based learning in modern schools over text book based knowledge transfer is


the best possible example. In the present evidence-seeking world, visual
communication is a powerful tool as it provides recognizable facts.
Meticulously crafted images, like political cartoons and television
documentaries readily deliver the concerned messages to the onlookers and
are mostly beneficial in conveying thoughts to the busy and uneducated
sections of the society. The television is also being bombarded with
numerous catchy advertisements, by which manufacturers try to
communicate with the masses regarding their products.

On the other hand, the appeal of the printed media as means of mass
communication, is declining as the younger generation considers it to be
relatively old fashioned and boring. Moreover, in the fast paced modern city
life, less number of people can afford to dedicate time for reading the daily
morning newsprints, instead, most of the city dwellers follow daily-televised
news. Despite this decreased appeal for mass communication, value of the

written form still stands tall in the field of interpersonal and formal
communication. Written words, as a form of official documentation, can
never be superseded by any other means.

Thus, visual communication is definitely a popular, powerful and better tool
for mass communication but written form of expression still has equal
importance for official, formal and interpersonal purposes.

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic

In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year
between finishing high school and starting university studies.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to
do this.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your
own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.

Model Answer:
In certain countries, it is preferred that students should take a year off from
studies after completing high school, prior to joining universities and during
this period they are encouraged to work or to travel. Even though this seems
to be a noble concept, it has its own merits and demerits and some of these
will be illustrated in this essay.

Firstly, a year off, after completing years of continuous school education is a
welcome break for students and is well deserved too. This period also serves
as well earned family time for those pupils who grew up within the closed
boundaries of boarding schools. Secondly, this period provides ample

opportunities to young people, to experience the realities of the modern
world. Those students who prefer a break, can experiment with various forms
of employment and thereby decide their career goals and directions
depending upon their experiences. The holidaymakers, on the other hand
can familiarise with the customs and cultures of various countries, which in


turn will widen their outlook and will also promote cultural tolerance. Thus, in
a wider perspective, such breaks help the young minds in preparing for the
much demanding university life.

In contrast, certain disadvantages are definitely associated with this concept
and are worth mentioning. Firstly, scholars are of the opinion that, such
breaks from studies, during the learning phase of life, affects further
education. According to them, such activities should not be encouraged as
there are higher chances that the young minds might loose interest in
learning or may get demotivated due to various reasons and might
ultimately refrain from pursuing university education. Secondly, the
employed youth, due to a sudden increase in their purchasing power, might
also get attracted to various social evils like drugs, gambling and alcoholism.

Thus to sum up, it will be wise to comment that such policies even though
are noble practices, should not be made mandatory in a national scale, as
these activities are also associated with considerable negative outcome.

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Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and
ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

It is often said that music has the power to unite and connect people, regardless of their
cultural backgrounds or ages. I completely agree with this view, and will give my
reasons below.
Music can certainly reach across cultural and national boundaries and bring people
together. Perhaps the best example of this would be the Live Aid concerts that took
place back in the 1980s, and which were broadcast to a global audience. Two live
events were held simultaneously in the UK and the US, and the objective was to raise
funds for famine relief in Ethiopia. The concerts were a huge success, both in terms of
the number of people around the world who watched them and their impact on
international public awareness of the famine. They demonstrated, I believe, that music
truly is the planet’s global language.
Just as it transcends cultures, music also has the ability to connect people from different
generations. Regardless of age, we can all enjoy a memorable melody, a strong rhythm
or a beautiful singing voice, and the best songs seem to have the same magical effect
on all of us. This would explain why televised music competitions, such as ‘The X
Factor’ or ‘The Voice’, are such popular prime-time shows. These programmes attract
incredibly broad audiences because singing and popular songs appeal to children,
parents and grandparents alike. I would argue that no other form of entertainment can
bring families together in this way.
In conclusion, I believe that music is unique in its capacity to create shared experiences
between people, irrespective of culture and age.
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Genetic engineering is an important issue in society today. Some people think that it will
improve people’s lives in many ways. Others feel that it may be a threat to life on earth.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
It is true that genetic engineering is a key area of modern scientific research, with broad

implications for all human societies. While I accept that this field of technology may
have its dangers, I believe that the benefits of genetic engineering outweigh the
drawbacks.
The negative implications of genetic engineering are often discussed in terms of two key
areas, which are food production and the cloning of humans. Genetically modified crops
are already being grown, and people are concerned that they may damage whole
ecosystems as foods become resistant to diseases and natural predators. But perhaps
even more worrying is the possibility that humans could be modified or cloned. Some
people imagine a world in which cloned humans are used to fight wars or to provide
body part replacements. Although perhaps not a threat to life on earth, the implications
of such practices would be unprecedented.
A more optimistic prediction, and one that I favour, is that humans will find ways to
mitigate the risks and use genetic technologies in a responsible way. From the food
production perspective, genetic engineering could be the solution to famine in
developing countries, if, for instance, crops can be grown more reliably in harsh
conditions. From a medical perspective, scientists may use genetic engineering to
produce vaccines, to cure diseases, or to correct a genetic defect before a child is born.
If properly regulated, even cloning can be done in a way that improves lives. For


example, the cloning of individual organs, such as a heart or kidney, could be permitted
for transplant purposes.
In conclusion, I am convinced that genetic engineering will have a positive impact on
our lives, and that people's fears will be unwarranted.
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In many countries today, people in cities either live alone or in small family units, rather
than in large, extended family groups. Is this a positive or negative trend?
It is true that cities are seeing a rise in smaller families and one-person households,
while the extended family is becoming a rarity. In my opinion, this is a negative
development.
As families become smaller, the traditional family support network is disappearing, and
this can have a negative impact on children as they grow up. In a nuclear family or
single-parent household, childcare becomes an expensive and stressful part of daily life.
Without the help of grandparents or aunts and uncles, busy parents must rely on
babysitters, nannies and after-school clubs to take care of younger children, while older
children may be left alone after school and during holidays. The absence of adult family
members can mean that friends, television and the Internet become the primary

influences on children’s behaviour. It is no surprise that the decline of the extended
family has been linked to a rise in psychological and behavioural problems amongst
young people.