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Template cho dng bi "Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?" - Trch xut
t IELTS Simon.
It is true that __(gii thiu topic)__. While I accept that ___ can sometimes have a
positive effect on the user, I believe that they are more likely to have a harmful
impact.
On the one hand, ___ is beneficial in some ways.
However, I would argue that these benefits are outweighed by the drawbacks.
In conclusion, it seems to me that the potential dangers of ___ are more significant
than the possible benefits.
V d p dng:
TOPIC: Some people regard video games as harmless fun, or even as a useful educational
tool. Others, however, believe that videos games are having an adverse effect on the people
who play them. In your opinion, do the drawbacks of video games outweigh the benefits?
ANSWER:
Many people, and children in particular, enjoy playing computer games. While I accept that
these games can sometimes have a positive effect on the user, I believe that they are more
likely to have a harmful impact.
On the one hand, video games can be both entertaining and educational. Users, or gamers,
are transported into virtual worlds which are often more exciting and engaging than real-life
pastimes. From an educational perspective, these games encourage imagination and
creativity, as well as concentration, logical thinking and problem solving, all of which are
useful skills outside the gaming context. Furthermore, it has been shown that computer
simulation games can improve users motor skills and help to prepare them for real-world
tasks, such as flying a plane.
However, I would argue that these benefits are outweighed by the drawbacks. Gaming can
be highly addictive because users are constantly given scores, new targets and frequent
rewards to keep them playing. Many children now spend hours each day trying to progress
through the levels of a game or to get a higher score than their friends. This type of addiction
can have effects ranging from lack of sleep to problems at school, when homework is
sacrificed for a few more hours on the computer or console. The rise in obesity in recent
years has also been linked in part to the sedentary lifestyle and lack of exercise that often
accompany gaming addiction.
In conclusion, it seems to me that the potential dangers of video games are more significant
than the possible benefits.
(258 words, band 9)


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Template cho dng "Do you agree or disagree?" - cch vit th nht (balanced)
Introduction: It is true that/ it is sometimes argued that ___ . While I agree that ____, I
believe that ___
Body 1: On the one hand, I agree that _____(support the statement)___.
Body 2: On the other hand, I believe that _____(give examples or arguments to point
out that the statement is wrong)___.
Conclusion: In conclusion, while___(restate the statement)___, I do not believe that
___(you reject the statement in some cases)__.
V d p dng:
TOPIC: When choosing a job, the salary is the most important consideration. To what extent
do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER:
Many people choose their jobs based on the size of the salary offered. Personally, I disagree
with the idea that money is the key consideration when deciding on a career, because I
believe that other factors are equally important.
On the one hand, I agree that money is necessary in order for people to meet their basic
needs. For example, we all need money to pay for housing, food, bills, health care, and
education. Most people consider it a priority to at least earn a salary that allows them to
cover these needs and have a reasonable quality of life. If people chose their jobs based on
enjoyment or other non-financial factors, they might find it difficult to support themselves.
Artists and musicians, for instance, are known for choosing a career path that they love, but
that does not always provide them with enough money to live comfortably and raise a family.
Nevertheless, I believe that other considerations are just as important as what we earn in our
jobs. Firstly, personal relationships and the atmosphere in a workplace are extremely
important when choosing a job. Having a good manager or friendly colleagues, for example,
can make a huge difference to workers levels of happiness and general quality of life.
Secondly, many peoples feelings of job satisfaction come from their professional
achievements, the skills they learn, and the position they reach, rather than the money they
earn. Finally, some people choose a career because they want to help others and contribute
something positive to society.
In conclusion, while salaries certainly affect peoples choice of profession, I do not believe
that money outweighs all other motivators.
(275 words, band 9)



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Template vit dng bi "What are the effects? What are the solutions"
Template:
Introduction: It is true that (gii thiu topic). Although there will undoubtedly be some
negative consequences of this trend, XXX can take steps to mitigate these potential
problems.
Body 1: As ___(something happens)___, several related problems can be
anticipated. The main issue is that ___. Furthermore, ____
Body 2: There are several actions that XXX could take to solve the problems
described above. Firstly. Secondly. Finally.
Conclusion: In conclusion, various measures can be taken to tackle the problems
that are certain to arise as __(something happens)___.
V d:
TOPIC: In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will
this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to
reduce the impact of ageing populations.
ANSWER:
It is true that people in industrialised nations can expect to live longer than ever before.
Although there will undoubtedly be some negative consequences of this trend, societies can
take steps to mitigate these potential problems.
As people live longer and the populations of developed countries grow older, several related
problems can be anticipated. The main issue is that there will obviously be more people of
retirement age who will be eligible to receive a pension. The proportion of younger, working
adults will be smaller, and governments will therefore receive less money in taxes in relation
to the size of the population. In other words, an ageing population will mean a greater tax
burden for working adults. Further pressures will include a rise in the demand for healthcare,
and the fact young adults will increasingly have to look after their elderly relatives.
There are several actions that governments could take to solve the problems described
above. Firstly, a simple solution would be to increase the retirement age for working adults,
perhaps from 65 to 70. Nowadays, people of this age tend to be healthy enough to continue
a productive working life. A second measure would be for governments to encourage
immigration in order to increase the number of working adults who pay taxes. Finally, money
from national budgets will need to be taken from other areas and spent on vital healthcare,
accommodation and transport facilities for the rising numbers of older citizens.
In conclusion, various measures can be taken to tackle the problems that are certain to arise
as the populations of countries grow older.
(265 words, band 9)
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Template vit bi IELTS Writing task 2, dng "discuss both views and give your
opinion".
Introduction: It is true that ...(gii thiu topic)... While it can be argued that ...(view
A)..., I believe that ...(view B)....
Body 1: There are several reasons why (view A)... Firstly. Secondly. Finally.
Despite the above arguments, I believe that ... (view B)...
In conclusion, ...(view A)..., but ...(view B).
Lu :
- Body no bn ng th sau.
- Cn k nng paraphrase cu hi th vo nhng ch view A, view B pha trn.
V d p dng:
TOPIC: Several languages are in danger of extinction because they are spoken by very
small numbers of people. Some people say that governments should spend public money on
saving these languages, while others believe that would be a waste of money.
Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
ANSWER:
It is true that some minority languages may disappear in the near future. Although it can be
argued that governments could save money by allowing this to happen, I believe that these
languages should be protected and preserved.
There are several reasons why saving minority languages could be seen as a waste of
money. Firstly, if a language is only spoken by a small number of people, expensive
education programmes will be needed to make sure that more people learn it, and the state
will have to pay for facilities, teachers and marketing. This money might be better spent on
other public services. Secondly, it would be much cheaper and more efficient for countries to
have just one language. Governments could cut all kinds of costs related to communicating
with each minority group.
Despite the above arguments, I believe that governments should try to preserve languages
that are less widely spoken. A language is much more than simply a means of
communication; it has a vital connection with the cultural identity of the people who speak it.
If a language disappears, a whole way of life will disappear with it, and we will lose the rich
cultural diversity that makes societies more interesting. By spending money to protect
minority languages, governments can also preserve traditions, customs and behaviours that
are part of a countrys history.
In conclusion, it may save money in the short term if we allow minority languages to
disappear, but in the long term this would have an extremely negative impact on our cultural
heritage.
(258 words)