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LIST OF ESSAY WRITING TASKS

Topic 01: Children can learn effectively by watching TV. Therefore, they should be
encouraged to watch TV regularly at home and at school. To what extent, do you
agree or disagree with this statement?

Topic 02: With an increasing population communicating via the Internet or text
messaging, face to face communication will become a thing of the past. To what extent,
do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Topic 03: Many people think that children should be encouraged by their parents to get
a part time job in their free time. To what extent, do you agree or disagree with this
statement?

Topic 04: Some people think that more money should be spent on protecting endangered
species while others think it is a waste ofvaluable money. Discuss both views and give
your own opinions.

Topic 05: Some people think that commuting by bus in the city is ideal for both people
and environment while others think its disadvantages out weight the advantages. Discuss
both views and give your own opinions.

Topic 06: Although many people their public parks, this space couldbe better use for
other purposes such as residential areas for the ever- growing population or to develop
business and boost economies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?

Topic 07: Nowadays people live in small families or nuclear familiesrather than large
families. What are the pros and cons of this trend?Write an essay to discuss the
advantages and disadvantages.

Topic 08: Nowadays people get married after the age of 30. Why does this happen?
What are some negative impacts of this development?

Topic 9: Nowadays many people have access to computers on a wide basis and a large
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number of children play computer games. What are the positive and negative impacts
of playing computer games and what can be done to minimize the bad effects?

Topic 10: Topic (Brain drain): An increasing number of professionals, such as scientists
and doctors, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries.
What problems does this cause? What solutions can you suggest to deal with this
situation?

Topic 11: Brain drain is defined as the migration of high educated people in search of
the better standard of living and quality life,higher salaries. Brain drain is a serious
problem in some developing countries. What are the causes and how to tackle this
issue?

Topic 12: Modern technology, such as the internet and computers will ever replace the
book or the written word as the main source of information? To what extent do you
agree or disagree with this opinion?

Topic 13: Computer do not help children learn more effectively. Onthe contrary the use
of computers has a negative effect on children’s physical and mental development. Some
of them even suffer from autism. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Topic 14: Mobile phones is a very useful tool to many people even with children. It is
said that mobile phones should be banned inprimary schools. Do you agree or disagree?
Write an essay to give your opinion.

Topic 15: Some people think that children should be let to use mobile phones in school
while others think it might negatively affect their school performance. Discuss both
views and give your opinion

Topic 16: Some parents buy their children whatever they ask for,and allow their
children to do whatever they want. Is this the good way to raise children? What
consequences could this style of parenting have for children as they get older?
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Topic 17: The presence of technology in the classroom has become more and more
apparent and offers students tremendous resources with which to supplement their
education. Given time, technology will completely replace the traditional teacher in the
classroom. Do you agree or disagree with the above statement?

Topic 18: The subject and lesson content what children are taught inschool is often
decided by central authorities, such as the federal government. Some people believe that
teachers should be responsible for this task. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Topic 19: In many countries, more and more people don’t want to become teachers,
particularly at secondary school. Why do you think the problem occurs? What could be
done to tackle this problem?

Topic 20: Obesity has become one of the main public health problems worldwide.
Childhood obesity rate is growing very fast in both developed and developing
countries. Both parents and schoolsare worried about this problem. There are many
reasons why children are obese. Write an essay to discuss the reasons and solutions for
children’s obesity.

Topic 21: Many people prefer to use public transportation while others say that personal
cars are the best mode of transportation.Excessive use of private cars is considered to be
the main reason for the traffic jam in many cities and that’s why the use of public
transportation is encouraged. In your opinion what are the pros andcons of using
public transport?

Topic 22: The world is experiencing a dramatic increase in population. This is causing
problems not only for the poor in undeveloped countries but also for industrialized and
developing nations. Describe some of the problems that over population causes, and
suggest at least one possible solution.

Topic 23: Recently, some office workers have begun to work from home instead of
commuting to an office each day, and this idea is growing in popularity. Does working
at home have more advantages or more disadvantages?
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Topic 24: Some people think that young people should choose their professions
themselves. Others believe that their parents should choose for them. Discuss both views
and give your own opinion.

Topic 25: Some people say material possessions are very useful in bringing us happiness
but others argue that they are useless in termsof providing happiness. Discuss both
the views and your opinion.

Topic 26: Governments should spend more money on education than on recreation and
sports. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Topic 27: Some people think that art is an essential subject for children at school while
others think it is a waste of time. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Topic 28: Some people argue that we have to think twice before deciding to eat fast food
because of some health problems it may cause, while others believe that this kind of food
is a good choice for those with a very busy life. Discuss both sides and give your
opinion.

Topic 29: In order to solve traffic problems, Vietnamese government should tax private
car owners heavily and use the money to improve public transportation. What are the
advantages and disadvantages of such a solution?

Topic 30: Levels of youth crime are increasing rapidly in major cities in Vietnam. What
are the reasons for this? Suggest some solutions.