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Agree or disagree ( Opinion essay ) By Narin Rasmey Mony

The structure :
1. Introduction
2. Main Body Paragraph 1
3. Main Body Paragraph 2
4. Conclusion ( Mostly)
Student Sample Answer
It is argued that volunteering should be made part of the school curriculum. This
essay agrees with that suggestion completely because it help pupils develop soft
skills and helps them gain much-needed work experience.
Education should not be limited to strictly academic pursuits, and those in
education should also develop life skills, such as teamwork, empathy and self-
discipline, and one of the best ways to hone these aptitudes is through
community service. Serving those less fortunate than ourselves teaches us many
lessons, including how to work with people from other backgrounds and the
value of hard work, thus enabling us to hone these skills before becoming an
adult. For example, many young people from wealthier countries take a gap year
and help those less fortunate than themselves to increase their gratitude for what
they have and improve their work ethic.
Many colleges and companies are also increasingly looking for this type of
experience. Most school leavers have the same grades, and charitable work can
help set you apart from other students when making college applications. For
example, Cambridge and Oxford receive thousands of applications from
straight-A students yearly and can only accept a small percentage of applicants.
What you have done outside the classroom often differentiates you from
everyone else and gets you that coveted spot.
In conclusion, teenagers should be made to partake in unpaid work as part of
their schooling because it will help them learn things they wouldn’t ordinarily
learn from their teachers, and it will also boost their chances of getting into
third-level education.
 2.Advantages and disadvantages
Type 1 : 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.

Introduction
Sentence 1- Paraphrase question
Sentence 2- Outline sentence
Supporting Paragraph 1 (Advantages)
Sentence 3- Topic sentence (2 Advantages)
Sentence 4- Explain first advantage
Sentence 5- Explain second advantage
Sentence 6- Example of second advantage
Supporting Paragraph 2 (Disadvantages)
Sentence 6- Topic sentence (2 Disadvantages)
Sentence 7- Explain first disadvantage
Sentence 8- Explain second disadvantage
Sentence 9- Example of second disadvantage
Conclusion
Sentence 9- Summary of main points
Sample Essay by Monyy
Before college, many young people are advised that a year of working or travelling
may be a good option. This essay will suggest that experience gained and money
saved are the biggest advantages of this, but delaying careers and reducing
motivatioN to study are the primary disadvantages.
The main advantages of a gap year are learning more about the world and earning
money. For students who have just finished secondary school, working or travelling
for a year will allow them to learn what life is like outside of the education system.
Also, third-level education is very expensive, and many students decide to work for
12 months and save money before they begin their studies. The average student at a
UK university requires over £10,000 per annum to survive, and many drop out
because they cannot afford to stay.
Despite these advantages, students lose a year that could have been used to advance
their future careers, and they often get used to working or travelling and don’t want
to return to a life of study. As job markets are very competitive, an extra year of
experience can make a massive difference when applying for jobs, and those who
took a gap year are at a disadvantage. Moreover, some decide to bypass university
altogether and go straight into a job that is beneath their capabilities or may not
offer the same prospects their future career might have. For instance, jobs in the
service industry are easy to get without a third-level education, and many gap
students fill these roles only to be stuck in them for the rest of their lives.
In conclusion, taking a break from studies can be advantageous if it allows people
to accumulate savings or learn more about the world. However, they should also be
careful that it does not delay the start of their careers and lead to disillusionment
with education.
Advantages and disadvantages
Type 2 :
Introduction
Sentence 1- Paraphrase question
Sentence 2- Thesis statement (state which one outweighs the other)
Sentence 3- Outline sentence
Main Body Paragraph 1 (Stronger Side)
Sentence 4- Topic Sentence
Sentence 5- Explain why it is strong
Sentence 6- Example
Sentence 7- Topic Sentence
Sentence 8- Explain why it is strong
Sentence 9- Example
Main Body Paragraph 2 (Weaker Side)
Sentence 10- Topic Sentence
Sentence 11- Explain why it is not strong
Sentence 12- Example
Conclusion
Sentence 13- Summary of main points and restate position.
 Mony Sample Answer
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign
language at primary schools rather than secondary schools.
Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Some authorities think that it is more favourable for pupils to begin studying
languages at primary school instead of secondary school. This essay will argue
that the advantages of this outweigh the drawbacks. The essay will first
demonstrate that the earlier someone learns an additional language, the more
likely they are to master it and that it brings added cognitive benefits, followed
by an analysis of how the primary disadvantage, namely confusion with their
native tongue, is not valid.
The main reason to start kids off with foreign languages early is that this
increases the likelihood they will achieve fluency in adulthood. That is to say
that they will have far more years to perfect their skills, and speaking bilingually
will seem perfectly normal. For example, in countries such as Holland and
Norway, where English is taught from a very young age, most adults speak it at
an advanced level. Learning a second language also helps to improve overall
cognitive abilities. In other words, it benefits the overall development of a
child’s brain. It is well known that bi-lingual children are significantly more
likely to score higher in Mathematics and Science.
Those opposed to this say that it causes the child to become confused between
their mother tongue and the other language. However, there is actually no
evidence to support this view and children from bilingual families do just as
well in both languages. My son was brought up speaking both Vietnamese and
English and outperforms most of his classmates in both.
On balance, the fact that early foreign language learning leads to higher fluency
and improved brain function clearly outweighs the flawed argument that it
impairs the uptake of native languages.
Advantages and Disadvantages Essay Next Steps
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essays, you can practice and reach the level you need.
 3.Discuss both view lessons

STRUCTURE :
• Introduction: paraphrase the question, state both points of view, make a thesis
statement and outline your sentence.
• Main body paragraph 1: state the first viewpoint, discuss it, state whether you
agree or disagree and give an example to support your view.
• Main body paragraph 2: state the second viewpoint, discuss it, state whether
you agree or disagree and give an example to support your view.
• Conclusion: summarise and state which viewpoint is better or more important.

Computers are being used more and more in education and so there will soon be no
role for the teacher in education.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Computers are being used more and more in education.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your own opinion.
Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is
a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences.
Example Answer

Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say
this is a positive trend, while others argue that it leads to negative
consequences.

Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.

There is an ever-increasing use of technology, such as tablets and laptops, in the

classroom. It is often argued that this is a positive development, whilst others
disagree and think it will lead to adverse ramifications. This essay agrees that an
increase in technology is beneficial to students and teachers.

The internet has provided students with access to more information than ever
before. Moreover, learners can research and learn about any subject at the touch
of a button. It is therefore agreed that technology is a very worthwhile tool for
education. Wikipedia is a prime example, where students can type in any
keyword and gain access to in-depth knowledge quickly and easily.

However, many disagree and feel that technology deprives people of real human
interaction. Human interaction teaches people valuable skills such as discourse,
debate and empathy. Despite this, human interaction is still possible through the
internet, and this essay disagrees that technology should be dismissed for this
reason. For instance, Skype and Facebook allow people to interact in ways that
were never before possible.

In conclusion, while the benefits of technology, particularly the internet, allow

students to tap into limitless sources of information, some still feel that people
should be wary of this new phenomenon and not allow it to curb face-to-face
interaction. However, as long as we carefully consider the importance of human
interaction in education, the educational benefits are clearly positive.

We can tell this from the typical instructions in the question, ‘Discuss both sides
of the argument and then give your opinion’.You may also be asked to ‘Discuss
both views and give your opinion’ or ‘Discuss both sides of the argument and
give your opinion’.
 4.PROBLEM AND SOLUTION ESSAYS TASK 2 FOR MONYY

Stucture :
Introduction
1- Paraphrase question
2- Outline sentence
Problem
3- State problems
4- Explain first problem
5- Explain second problem
6- Example of second problem
Solution
7- State solutions
8- Explain solution to first problem
9- Explain solution to second problem
10- Example of solution to second problem
Conclusion
Sentence 11- Summary of main points in paragraphs 2 and 3
Global warming is one of the biggest threats humans face in the 21st
Century, and sea levels continue to rise at alarming rates.
What problems are associated with this, and what are some possible
solutions?
Climate change is among the principal dangers facing people this century, and
ocean levels are increasing dramatically. This essay will first suggest that the
biggest problems caused by this phenomenon are the loss of land and the
flooding of homes and then argue that pollution reduction and building flood
protection are the most viable solutions.
The foremost problems caused by climbing sea levels are that land is being lost
and peoples’ residences are often flooded. As water levels rise, low-lying land is
submerged and many countries become smaller. Furthermore, millions of people
all over the world live in coastal areas, and if the sea rises by even a few feet,
they are inundated with water and lose their property. The devastation brought
about by this was clear for all to see during the 2011 Tsunami in Japan, in which
millions of people were displaced.
Possible solutions to these problems would be to reduce the amount of pollution
being created and to build flood barriers. If each person reduces their carbon
footprint, the negative effects on the environment will be reduced and this will
mean that the water level will stop rising. Furthermore, flood defences, such as
dikes, dams, and floodgates, could be built along coasts and waterways, thereby
stopping the water reaching populated areas. The Netherlands is one of the most
populated areas in the world and also one of the most vulnerable to flooding and
they have successfully employed various flood defence systems.
To conclude, stemming the rising tides caused by increasing global temperatures
is one of the foremost challenges we face and it will ultimately lead to some
countries losing landmass and many of the worlds’ cities being left underwater,
but possible solutions could be to protect our environment and to utilise the
flood prevention techniques already used by countries like Holland.
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