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 Giới thiệu chung
- Phần 2 của kỹ năng viết Vstep yêu cầu – viết 1 bài luận có độ dài ít nhất 250
từ về 1 chủ đề cho sẵn, sử dụng lý do và ví dụ cụ thể để minh họa cho các lập luận.
- Thời gian: nên 40 phút
- Bài viết luận chiếm 2/3 tổng số điểm của bài thi viết. Thang điểm chấm là 20
điểm
 Bố cục của 1 bài luận:

I. Mở bài (3 hoặc 4 câu): 40 =45 từ

- Giới thiệu chung về chủ đề General statements (2-3 câu)
- Câu thesis statement: (trả lời câu hỏi đề bài/ yêu cầu đề bài) (1 câu)
II. Thân bài (2-3 đoạn) Mỗi đoạn văn trong tiếng Anh phải có ít nhất 2 câu.
- Đưa ra các lập luận giải quyết yêu cầu đề bài. Mỗi lập luận viết thành một đoạn sử
dụng lý do và ví dụ cụ thể để minh hoạ. Nên viết từ 2-3 đoạn trong phần thân bài.
III. Kết luận
- Tóm tắt ý chính
- Đưa ra nhận xét hoặc ý kiến, bình luận, giải pháp… cá nhân
ESSAY TYPES
1. Advantages and Disadvantages
2. Opinion (Agree or Disagree)/ Argumentation
3. Discussion (Discuss both views (and give your opinion))
4. Cause / Problem/ Effect and Solution
5. Two-part question
 ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES
ESSAYS
Q TYPES:
1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend…? benefits and drawbacks?
2. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages
ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES ESSAYS:
INTRODUCTION
Introduction: + General statement: paraphrase lại đề bài: It is a fact that ... In recent years, …..
+ Other people’s opinion: quan điểm của người khác
+ Thesis statement: trả lời câu hỏi của đề bài - khẳng định xu hướng/ giải pháp này mang đến cả lợi
ích lẫn bất lợi. This trend would create certain benefits but there will also be some drawbacks

Ex: These days, more and more people are going to other countries for significant periods of time, either to find a job or
to study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country.

Introduction: Nowadays, taking a year out to live or study abroad is becoming increasingly popular. For many people,
especially young adults, the chance to spend an extended period of time overseas is an attractive one. However, there are
both pros and cons to decide to do this.
- In this essay, I will discuss some of the reasons why moving abroad is so popular and some of the challenges to be
overcome.
- In this essay, I will discuss some of the reasons why moving abroad is so popular and some of the challenges to be
overcome.
- There are some advantages and disadvantages of living and working in another country.
- In this essay, I will discuss some benefits and drawbacks of ……
 ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES ESSAYS: INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Câu 1: Câu giới Nowadays ,These days, Recently,/ In recent it seems that…..
thiệu chung years, people are all aware of… N hoac V-ing
Chọn 1 trong số In / Over the past few years, we have all become concerned that…. S-V ( mệnh để)
các câu sau- việt In the 21 st century, we have all become aware of the fact that….S-V
lại nd đề bài – ko it is undeniable to state that….S-V
chép nguyên 100% It is often said that it is unavoidable to say that…..S-V
It is often argued that S-V
……has become a common concern to the public.

Câu 2,3 Some people think that……chủ đê……-has some advantages ……………………………But, on the other
hand, some others may believe that………chủ đề……has some drawbacks………

Câu 4: 1.The following essay will analyze / present / explain both pros and cons of this problem / issue / situation in more
Thesis detail
Statement 2. In the following essay, the pros and cons of …chủ đề………will be analyzed / presented in more detail.

3. This trend/ development would create certain benefits but there will also be some drawbacks
Practice: Introduction
1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the Internet? Give reasons for your answer and include some
relevant examples from your own knowledge or experiences.
In recent years, the internet has been gaining its popularity at an amazing rate. Some people suggest that the
internet brings us a lot of benefits. But on the other hand, there are also many people who strongly advocate (ủng
hộ) that its drawbacks should not be ignored. In the following essay, both pros and cons of the internet will be
presented/ hoac analyzed hoac discussed in more detail. - thesis statement

2. Nowadays online shopping has become more and more popular. Many people even think that it will replace in-store
shopping in the future. What are the advantages and disadvantages of online shopping?
Currently, people are increasingly doing their shopping on the Internet instead of going to stores. Many people say
that purchasing online will substitute traditional shopping in the future. This essay aims to discuss both benefits
and drawbacks of online shopping

3. After graduating from high school, some young people decide to start working right away instead of going to
university.What are the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this?
Some young people would like to find a job after leaving high school rather than pursuing university education.
In my opinion, there are both benefits and drawbacks of doing this.
Practice: Introduction
4. These days, more and more people are going to other countries for significant periods of time, either to find a job or to
study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss
the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country.

Nowadays, taking a year out to live or study abroad is becoming increasingly popular. For many people, especially young
adults, the chance to spend an extended period of time overseas is an attractive one. However, there are both pros and cons
to decoding to do this. In this essay, I will discuss some of the reasons why moving abroad is so popular and some of the
challenges to be overcome. There are some advantages and disadvantages of living in another country. In this essay/
I will discuss some ……
This essay will discuss ….
 ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES ESSAYS: BODY
BODY
Paragragh 1: 1. Topic sentence
Let’s begin by looking at the positive aspects /There are a number of benefits of….
Advantages 2. idea 1 + Supporting idea/ Example (2,3,4 câu)
Firstly,……/ One of the main advantages of + chủ đề + is that….. For example/ For
- 5-7 câu íntance…In fact/ The fact shows/ proves that…. It can be explained that……That means
- 2-3 ý that….. In other words,,,,,,,,,,.
Ex: The greatest advantage of the Internet is that it supplies people with a cheap and
convenient way of communication. For example, hoac For instance, ……In fact,/ The fact
shows ( proves- chưng minh) that….It can be explained that……That means that….. In other
words,,,,,,,,,,.
3. Idea 2 + Supporting idea/ Example (2,3,4 câu)…….
Secondly, ……/ Moreover, Furthermore/ In addition, This would mean that…For example, /
For instance,….…In other words,……In fact, … Actually,….

.Another major advantage of the Internet is that it provides an interesting form of

entertainment for people of almost all ages.
It can be seen……….
 ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES ESSAYS: BODY
BODY
Paragragh 2 1. Topic sentence
On the other hand,/ However, / On the contrary, there are some negative sides/
Disadvantages disadvantages/drawbacks of………chủ đề…………
2. idea 1 + Supporting idea/ Example (2,3,4 câu)
- 5-7 câu Firstly,/ One of the main/biggest/ greatest disadvantages/ The first drawbacks of + chủ đề
- 2-3 ý + is that….. For example/ For íntance…In fact/ The fact shows/ proves that…. It can be
explained that……That means that….. In other words,,,,,,,,,,.
Ex: The first drawback of the Internet is that it contains a number of harmful sites to children.
For instance,……..
3. Idea 2 + Supporting idea/ Example (2,3,4 câu)…….
Secondly, / Moreover/ Furthermore/ In addition/ Another disadvantage/ Another negative
aspect is that….. This would mean that…For example, / For instance,….…In other words,
……In fact, … Actually,….
Ex: Another negative aspect of the Internet is that it could cause addiction, which is especially
detrimental to children and teenagers. The fact shows that….. Take…. as an example. …A
clear illustration is that….

Notes: “ advantages and disadvantages”, có thể thay bằng “ pros and cons”, “ benefits and
drawbacks”, “ good points and bad points”, or “ positive and negative side/ aspect/ point”
 Practice: Body
Viết một đoạn văn hoàn chỉnh cho câu chủ đề sau.
1. Topic sentence : Mobile phones are an excellent tool for communication.
Supporting idea 1: phones are used by most people to keep in contact with friends and work.
Supporting idea 2: mobile phones make arrangements easier.

Mobile phones are an excellent tool for communication. Today, these phones are used by most people to keep in contact
with friends and work. Mobile phones can help parents find out where their children are. For example, if a child is not
home on time, their parents can call them and check where they are. In addition, mobile phones make arrangements easier.
This is because people can use their mobile phones to change plans or call people if they are delayed.

2. Topic sentence: There are many advantages of social networking.

Supporting idea 1: Social networking helps people keep in touch with their friends and family easily.
Supporting idea 2: social networking helps people pass on news.

There are many advantages to social networking. Firstly, social networking means that people can keep in touch with
their friends and family easily. For example, if a person has relatives in another country, they can keep in contact using
Facebook. In addition, social networking helps people pass on news. Often when a news story breaks, social websites
help us hear the experiences and opinions of the people where the news is happening.
ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES ESSAYS: CONCLUSION
CONCLUSION: KẾT LUẬN
• Write a general, one-sentence summary In conclusion, all things considered,
learning a foreign language at an early age
• State your opinion about the situation • Give a piece of
is both positive and negative. However, in
advice, prediction, or comment To introduce the conclusion,
my view, the benefits of sending children to
you write:
an English center at the age of 3 or 4
In conclusion, /To conclude,/ To sum up,/ In short/ In outweigh the drawbacks. Therefore, if
summary/ All in all … possible, parents should do so for the sake
of their children.-54w
To express your opinion, : Personally, I believe…. /In my
opinion, ………/In my view, ……
 Practice: Conclusion
1. Nowadays online shopping has become more and more popular. Many people even think that it will replace in-store
shopping in the future. What are the advantages and disadvantages of online shopping?
In conclusion, buying things online has become common nowadays. It is obvious that it has more merits than downsides.
Therefore, I personally believe that it will be as important as in-store shopping in the future.

2. After graduating from high school, some young people decide to start working right away instead of going to university.
What are the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this?

In conclusion, those who begin working immediately after high school graduation meet many obstacles. At the same time,
they also gain much experience in life and earn a sum of money for their future study.

3. These days, more and more people are going to other countries for significant periods of time, either to find a job or to
study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss
the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country.

All things considered, starting life in a foreign country is never easy. You need to weigh up the pros of a better lifestyle,
weather and so on, and the cons of culture shock and language barrier. Personally, I believe the benefits in terms of
personal growth eventually outweigh any negatives.
CÁC TỪ NỐI CÁC Ý DÙNG TRONG PHẦN THÂN BÀI
( dùng để giải thích / chứng mình)
In fact/The fact shows that/ Actually: Thực tế là
It can be seen/ proved that : có thể thấy// chứng minh rằng
It can be illustrated that : có thể được minh họa rằng
It can be explained that: có thể được giải thích rằng. This would mean that: điều này có nghĩa là….
In other words: Hay nói cách khác là
For example/ For instance: To illustrate : VD như là
Take smt (n/ ving ) ….. as an example: Lấy cái gì…..làm vi dụ là….
A specific example of this is that: Một ví dụ cụ thể đó là S -V ( subject- verb)
A clear illustration is that: Một ví dụ rõ ràng là….S- V
In addition/ Also/ Moreover/ What is more/ Furthermore/ Besides/ Apart from that Ngoài ra nữa
thì/ Thêm vào đó là……
However/ On the other hand/ Nevertheless: Tuy nhiên/ Mặt khác thì---- từ nối đoạn 2 với đoạn 1
Therefore/ Hence/:That is why: chính vì vậy mà As a result: KQ là As a consequence,
Although S - V, S - V: mặc dù….., nhưng….. If S - V, S would….
 Brainstorm ideas
What are the advantages and disadvantages of cell phones?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The use of cell phones (mobile phones) has increased rapidly in the twenty-first century. Additionally, cell phones can now be used for
many purposes besides making phone calls.
Advantages of mobile Phones: Disadvantages of mobile phones:
Communication:It is the best source of Waste of time:When we use mobile phones without limits then
communication. this android phone wastes our time.
Access Internet: You can access internet service even Cause of Cancer:When we use android phones without limits
in simple mobiles now. then radiation emits from android phones which became the cause
of cancer.
Send text messages:You can send text messages with
the help of an android phone. Cause certain Diseases:Mobile phones cause certain diseases
when we use android phones without limit.
Call: It is the best source of communication to call
someone, maybe a friend or family. Reduce focus in sports:People play games online today which
reduces the focus on daily real sports.
Easy to use: It is simple and easy to use.
Addiction: The major problem of android phones is addiction.
People become mobile addicted when they use android phones
without limit.
 Brainstorm ideas
What are the advantages and disadvantages of cell phones?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The use of cell phones (mobile phones) has increased rapidly in the twenty-first century. Additionally, cell phones can now be used for
many purposes besides making phone calls.
Advantages of mobile Phones: Disadvantages of mobile phones:
Advantages Disadvantages;
● Brings you closer to the outer world ● You are not present mentally
● Keeps you connected to your friends and ● Keeps you distracted
family whom you can’t reach ● You are busy recording the moment rather than living it
● News about the world ● Lowers confidence in a way that you get so stuck with only
● Keeps you entertained by movies, games, writing behind your phone and not speaking up yourself
music etc
● Gets your work done within a few touches
● Lets you record memories
ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGE SAMPLE ESSAY
What are the advantages and disadvantages of having/ owning a car in an urban area?
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having a car in an urban area and state your opinion.

As the standard of living is getting higher, more and more people are buying cars just as they are buying a T.V. sets. It is, however, debatable if
buying a car in an urban area is advantageous or not. Having a car in an urban area, on the one hand, provides the owner with comfort and
safety but on the other hand it involves a lot of worry and expenses/ hoac (In the following essay, the pros and cons of using car in big city
will be analyzed in more detail.)- thesis statement

There are some advantages to owning a car in an urban area. First, sitting in your car is much more comfortable than having to wait a
long time for the arrival of the bus or train. For example, in bad weather the driver of the car is warm and comfortable and is
always guaranteed a seat. Second, in urban areas it is much safer to be in your car, especially at night, than having to walk down a dark
street to get to a bus stop or train.- 88 w
However/hoac On the other hand, there are some disadvantages of owning a car. First, a car is expensive. For instance, gasoline is not
cheap and car insurance rates in urban areas are very high. In addition,there are other expenses to be considered too, such as car maintenance
and repairs as well as parking fees. Second, owning a car causes a lot of worry and stress. If you leave your car in the street at night, it might
get stolen or its parts might get stolen. Moreover, it is also very stressful to be driving on the freeway or in traffic jams and there is the
constant fear and stress of being involved in an accident.-115 w

In conclusion hoac In short, owning a car in an urban area can be both advantageous by providing comfort and safety and disadvantageous by
causing worry and stress as well as a lot of expenses to the driver. In my own opinion, owning a car is indispensable for getting around safely
and freely in a big town and its advantages far outweigh its disadvantages.=300 w
ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGE SAMPLE ESSAY
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: In order to solve traffic problems, the 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?

Traffic congestion(jam ) in many big cities of Vietnam is getting more and more serious. Many people believe that one possible solution
to this problem is to impose heavy taxes on car drivers and spend this money on making the public transport system better. However,
there are both pros and cons to deciding to do this. The following essay will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of such a measure.

Let’s begin by looking at the positive aspects of such a solution. Ý1 One of the main advantages would be that the heavy taxes
would discourage car owners from using their cars because it would become very expensive to drive. This would mean that they would
begin to make use of public transport instead to travel here and there, thus reducing road accidents and pollution as well. Ý 2
Another good point would be that more people would use public transport if it were improved. In fact, public transport in major
cities like Hanoi and Saigon is very poor. For example, we often see old and dirty buses and trains that no one wants to take a ride on. High
taxes would create enough money to make the necessary changes.
On the other hand, there are some negative points of such a measure. 1.First, this would be a heavy financial burden on car
drivers. At present, taxes on private cars are already high for a lot of people, and so further taxes would only mean less money at the end of
the month for most people who may have no choice but to drive every day.2 Another problem is that this type of tax would likely be
set at a fixed amount for all who use car as a means of transport. This would mean that it would hit those with less money harder, while
the rich could afford it. It is, therefore, not a fair tax.
In conclusion, there are two sides to everything and applying this solution is not an exception. However, personally I think it’s time for us
to do something to tackle the problem of traffic jams in big cities of Vietnam. This measure is, therefore, obviously worth
considering to improve the current situation.
ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGE SAMPLE ESSAY
What are the advantages and disadvantages of (attending) online courses/ internet-based courses ? –
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

It is undeniable that attending online courses has become one of the study methods in today’s modern society.. A large number of people
believe that it is a good choice since it is beneficial in many aspects. Nevertheless, hoac On the other hand, there are certain drawbacks that
should not be ignored. Discussion below will analyse both pros and cons of this type of method=hoac This essay will discuss the pros and
cons of online teaching and learning in more detail.
It is visible that participating in online classes offers/ brings learners a lot of benefits. 1One of the advantages of it is that it helps
students save time and money. In fact, there are many courses which have low tuition or even free. Moreover, they also save a large amount of
commuting costs when they join this type of study method. Most courses have a flexible schedule so learners can study at their leisure time.
2.Besides, attending online courses allows learners to access high quality courses. Actually, there are a wide range of classes that learners can
choose; as a result, they may choose the best courses which are suitable for them.
On the other hand, besides the advantages mentioned above, there are potential drawbacks of it. One of the negative impacts is that this
type of study method may prevent learners from getting a high academic result. The fact shows that they have to use their computers to take
part in online courses so they find it difficult to concentrate on learning. In addition, hoac What is more/ Furthermore hoac Besides,
attending online courses excessively can make learners get short-sighted very soon. Actually, gluing their eyes on screen leads to exhausted
health, as a result, their eyes may become weaker.=95 w
In conclusion/ Taking everything into account, we can reach the conclusion that attending online courses has several positive impacts.
However, there are potential drawbacks besides. I believe that the advantages of this type of method far outweigh the disadvantages. People
should have further considerations in this issue.
ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGE SAMPLE ESSAY
Countless reports, surveys, and studies have shown that online learning isn't showing any signs of slowing down. In fact, an increasing number
of individuals, corporations, and institutions are turning to eLearning as they recognize its effectiveness and its convenience.
Write an essay to discuss the benefits and drawbacks of online learning.
You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfilment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

It is undeniable that e-learning has become more popular than ever before with a huge number of online courses offered. Many people choose to
study online instead of going to classes because of its obvious effectiveness. However, several problems also arise during the process of online
learning. This essay will discuss both benefits and drawbacks of learning on the Internet.

On the one hand, e-learning brings various merits. Firstly, it is apparent that learning on the Internet is so convenient. Students can learn
anywhere and anytime instead of taking long hours to go to traditional classes. As a result, they might avoid traffic jams. Besides, as students
are able to study at their own pace, they can manage to arrange their busy timetables to study online. Another advantage is that learning on the
Internet offers courses to a large number of people at a cheaper cost. While the number of students in traditional classes is limited, online
courses offer attendance to anyone who is connected to the Internet.

On the other hand, learning on the Internet can be negative in several ways. The first disadvantage is that not everyone can get access to online
learning courses because some people do not have Internet connection or even if they have, the connection is so weak that it is difficult for them
to access virtual courses. Furthermore, students lack interaction between teachers and students and among peers, which has negative effects on
students’ learning outcomes.

In conclusion, it is obvious that there are both benefits and drawbacks of learning online. However, the pros outweigh the cons.
ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGE SAMPLE ESSAY
Nowadays a huge number of people use the Internet to collect information. While there are many advantages to finding information on the
Internet, people also find it hard to find reliable information online.
Write an essay to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of collecting information on the Internet. You should write at least 250 words.
Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

Nowadays the Internet has become a great source for people to find information. While some people believe it is a useful tool to collect
information, they also have difficulties accessing reliable data. This essay will describe both benefits and drawbacks of searching
information on the Internet.
On the one hand, there are several merits of obtaining information on the Internet. Firstly, people have instant access to information.
Instead of going to the library, nowadays people can stay at home and find information quickly, even within seconds from the comfort of
their homes. Secondly, the source of information online is abundant. It is possible for people to get information on almost any subject in
life such as education, entertainment. Finally, data found online are at a very low cost or even free of charge. It is true that many websites
provide useful information for free or online courses that are much more affordable than traditional ones.
On the other hand, collecting information on the Internet has several drawbacks. The first disadvantage is that not all information is
accurate because anyone can post information online without being verified. For example, people can freely edit information on Wiki
websites. Furthermore, the Internet is a popular source of spreading viruses, which can harm your computers. For instance, identity theft
is a common problem caused by this. People might lose personal details and a lot more important data. Last but not least, people might
accidentally access some bad websites with abusive content like violent or sexual images, which makes them feel annoyed.
In conclusion, it is undeniable that the Internet is a great source of information because of its instant access, rich information and low cost.
However, while searching information online, people might also have the risks of losing personal details or find it hard to find reliable
information.
 ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGE SAMPLE ESSAY
Nowadays the Internet has become increasingly popular. Many people use it to do business online. As a result, shopping
online has grown rapidly recently. Write an essay to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of online shopping. You
should write at least 250 words

Nowadays the Internet has become more and more popular, which leads to the growth of shopping online. This essay will
describe both the benefits and drawbacks of buying things on the Internet.
On the one hand, there are some merits of buying items online. Firstly, it is quicker and cheaper to shop on the Internet.
For example, instead of going to traditional stores, people can just stay at home and order the products online. Therefore,
it enables them to save time and cost of travelling. Another advantage of purchasing on the Internet is that it allows
people to have a wider range of products at a competitive price. As almost everything is sold online nowadays, it is
possible for people to do research of the desired product from various providers. Thus, they are able to compare different
brands and shops in terms of price, quality, guarantee and so on.
On the other hand, making a purchase on the Internet can be negative in several ways. The first drawback is
that customers cannot try the products before buying them. As a result, they might not be satisfied with them when the
products get delivered home. For example, it is impossible for people to try on clothes to see if they fit or
not. Furthermore, products sold online are often less reliable. To be more specific, customers might see unreal pictures of
the products online and the things they buy might have poorer quality than expected.
In conclusion, it can be seen that shopping on the Internet has both merits and downsides. However, I believe that the
advantages still outweigh the disadvantages.
 ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGE SAMPLE ESSAY
Information technology is changing many aspects of our lives and now dominates our home, leisure and work activities. What are
the advantages and the disadvantages of information technology? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant
examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.

Information technology has become an integral part of human life, and we are becoming increasingly dependent on it. But while it
enhances certain aspects of our lives, I also think it may be having a detrimental effect on others.
One of the biggest drawbacks of information technology is that it can be incredibly time consuming. People who work in
international business have to read hundreds of emails every day, and children can spend hours chatting online. Some people would
argue that this time could be better spent.
A related criticism is that it leads to unhealthy lifestyles. Rather than going out and taking regular exercise, for example, some people
spend a lot of time sitting at their computers or with their smartphones. In the long term, this lack of activity does not do our bodies
any good.
Despite these drawbacks, we cannot deny that technology has made aspects of life more pleasurable. We all have instant access to
entertainment and social connections are just a click away. Like many people, I use a networking site, which apparently has more
than 800 million active users. This type of statistic illustrates just how popular this website is.
There are also huge benefits to using technology for study and work. The Internet is an invaluable resource for students of all ages,
provided that it is used sensibly. Also, some areas of work have moved forward in leaps and bounds due to the huge amount of data
that computers can store.
Clearly, there are some negative aspects to technology. Having said that, it is the way we use it that causes these. If it is used sensibly
and people take regular breaks from their computers, there are only benefits that remain.
 ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGE SAMPLE ESSAY
Nowadays many people have access to computers and a large number of children enjoy playing video games.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of playing video games for children?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.

In today's world where we all have access to the internet, more and more children are playing computer games and their popularity is
increasing all the time. This essay will look at the positive aspects these games can have and also the negative effects on children.

Firstly, as education is becoming more demanding for many young people, computer games can provide a way of relaxing and
reducing stress. Computer games can take us into different worlds where we can escape from reality. In addition to this, computer
games today are very advanced and can help children develop their thinking skills. Instructions need to be understood and games
often include complicated problems which need to be solved.
However, there are also many problems with the increasing popularity of computer games. Many children become addicted to them
and they play for hours, sometimes through the night. In South Korea, the government has banned children from playing games after
midnight as the problem was so great and the effect on education was very negative. Furthermore, some children find it difficult to
identify what is real and what is virtual. Some people argue that this has led to a rise in crime inspired by video games. This is not
proven, but it is undeniable that games today can be very violent.
To sum up, there are both advantages and disadvantages with computer games and it seems that parents need to exercise caution and
monitor their children's activity as some games may be more suitable than others.
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1. You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Read the following text from an article about the Internet
In some countries, people are increasingly doing their shopping on the Internet instead of going to stores. Some people,
especially those with a limited time budget, regard online shopping as a positive development since they can buy products
at home or office without having to go to stores or shopping malls. However, there are those who argue that making online
transactions can be disadvantageous to them in several ways.
Now, write an essay to an educated reader to discuss your opinions about the positive and negative aspects of online
shopping. Include reasons and any relevant examples to support your answer. You should write at least 250 words.

2. These days more and more people are going to other countries for significant periods of time, either to find a job or to
study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss
the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country.
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
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3. Read the following text from a book about advertising.
Advertising is a very common feature of all our daily media. In fact, in most daily newspapers, advertising makes up the
majority of the content. Very large amounts of money are spent on advertising. A television commercial can easily cost
many thousands of dollars per second. (Academic Encounters- Life in Society, chapter 5, page 117)
Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss both advantages and disadvantages of advertising. Include reasons and
any relevant examples to support your answer.
You should write at least 250 words.

4. You should spend 40 minutes on this task. Read the following extract from an article.
Using public transport has become familiar to everyone in Vietnam. Millions of people today are travelling by lots of
kinds of public transport. Some people think that using public transport brings a lot of advantages to society in general and
to themselves in particular; others argue that they have to face disadvantages when using public transport.
Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using public transport. Include
reasons and any relevant examples to support your answer. You should write at least 250 words.
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