Unit 22: Task 2 | Chiến thuật làm bài Discuss both views
Đề mẫu
Topic 1:
A growing number of people feel that animals should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as humans, while others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including uses for food and research.
Discuss both sides of the argument and then give your opinion.
Topic 2:
Blood sports have become a hot topic for debate in recent years. As society develops it is increasingly seen as an uncivilized activity and cruel to the helpless animals that are killed. All blood sports should be banned.
Discuss the main arguments for this statement and give your own opinion.
Topic 3:
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Thông thường, dạng Discussion (thảo luận) sẽ đưa ra 2 luồng quan điểm trái chiều và yêu cầu thí sinh phải thảo luận cả 2 luồng quan điểm, đồng thời đưa ra ý kiến cá nhân. Nếu chúng ta chỉ tập trung phân tích 2 luồng quan điểm mà không thể hiện rõ ý kiến cá nhân trong bài viết của mình sẽ bị trừ điểm ở tiêu chí Task Achievement.
Cấu trúc
| Introduction Câu 1- Paraphrase Question: diễn giải câu hỏi Câu 2- State Both Points of View: nêu cả 2 luồng quan điểm Câu 2- Thesis Statement: nêu ý kiến, quan điểm cá nhân Câu 3- Outline Sentence: nêu những ý chính sẽ viết trong bài |
| Main Body Paragraph 1 (Viewpoint you don’t agree with) Câu 1- State first viewpoint: nêu luồng quan điểm thứ nhất (mà ta không đồng ý) Câu 2/3- Discuss first viewpoint: phân tích quan điểm Câu 3/4- Example: ví dụ dẫn chứng |
| Main Body Paragraph 2 Câu 1- State second viewpoint: nêu quan điểm thứ hai và nói rõ là mình đồng ý với quan điểm này Câu 2- Discuss second viewpoint: phân tích quan điểm Câu 3- Reason why you agree or disagree with viewpoint: lý do mình đồng ý/ không đồng ý với quan điểm này Câu 4- Example to support your view: ví dụ dẫn chứng |
| Conclusion Câu 1- Summary: tóm tắt ý chính Câu 2- State which one is better or more important: Nhấn mạnh ý kiến cá nhân |
Ví dụ
Topic:
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.
Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.
| Introduction | Paraphrase Question | There is an ever increasing use of technology, such as tablets and laptops, in the classroom. |
| State Both Points of View | It is often argued that this is a positive development, whilst others disagree and think it will lead to adverse ramifications. | |
| Thesis Statement | This essay agrees that an increase in technology is beneficial to students and teachers. This essay will discuss both points of view. | |
| Outline Sentence | ||
| Main Body Paragraph 1 | State first viewpoint | It is clear that the internet has provided students with access to more information than ever before. |
| Discuss first viewpoint |
Moreover, learners have the ability to 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. |
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| Example | Wikipedia is a prime example, where students can simply type in any keyword and gain access to in-depth knowledge quickly and easily. | |
| Main Body Paragraph 2 | State second viewpoint | However, many disagree and feel that technology deprives people of real human interaction. |
| Discuss second viewpoint | 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 technology should be dismissed for this reason. | |
| Reason why you agree or disagree with viewpoint | ||
| Example to support your view | For instance, Skype and Facebook make it possible for people to interact in ways that were never before possible. | |
| Conclusion | Summary | In conclusion, while the benefits of technology, particularly the internet, allow students to tap in to 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. |
| State which one is better or more important |
However, as long as we are careful to keep in mind the importance of human interaction in education, the educational benefits are clearly positive.
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Luyện tập
Bài 1: Chọn từ thích hợp trong bảng điền vào chỗ trống
Topic:
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Sample:
(1)____ they finish school, teenagers face the dilemma of whether to get a job or continue their education. (2)____ there are some benefits to getting a job straight after school, I would (3)____ that it is better to go to college or university. (Introduction)
The option to start work straight after school is attractive (4)____ several reasons. Many young people want to start earning money as soon as possible. (5)____, they can become independent, and they will be able to afford their own house or start a family. (6)____ their career, young people who decide to find work, (7)____ than continue their studies, may progress more (8)____. They will have the chance to gain real experience and learn practical skills (9)____ their chosen profession. This (10)____ lead to promotions and a successful career. (Main body paragraph 1 - viewpoint you don't agree with)
Bài 2: Viết đoạn Main body paragraph 2 và Conclusion cho bài essay trong Bài 1 ở trên.
Keys
Full sample:
When they finish school, teenagers face the dilemma of whether to get a job or continue their education. While there are some benefits to getting a job straight after school, I would argue that it is better to go to college or university.
The option to start work straight after school is attractive for several reasons. Many young people want to start earning money as soon as possible. In this way, they can become independent, and they will be able to afford their own house or start a family. In terms of their career, young people who decide to find work, rather than continue their studies, may progress more quickly. They will have the chance to gain real experience and learn practical skills related to their chosen profession. This may lead to promotions and a successful career.
On the other hand, I believe that it is more beneficial for students to continue their studies. Firstly, academic qualifications are required in many professions. For example, it is impossible to become a doctor, teacher or lawyer without having the relevant degree. As a result, university graduates have access to more and better job opportunities, and they tend to earn higher salaries than those with fewer qualifications. Secondly, the job market is becoming increasingly competitive, and sometimes there are hundreds of applicants for one position in a company. Young people who do not have qualifications from a university or college will not be able to compete.
For the reasons mentioned above, it seems to me that students are more likely to be successful in their careers if they continue their studies beyond school level.
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