1 VSTEP WRITING TASK 2 – WRITING AN ESSAY ESSAY TYPES Opinion (Agree or Disagree) Advantages and Disadvantages Cause / Problem and Solution Discussion (Discuss both views (and give your opinio[.]
VSTEP WRITING TASK – WRITING AN ESSAY ESSAY TYPES: Opinion (Agree or Disagree) Advantages and Disadvantages Cause / Problem and Solution Discussion (Discuss both views (and give your opinion)) Two-part question (ielts) COMMON STRUCTURE: OPINION ESSAY (AGREE OR DISAGREE) Questions (Các dạng câu hỏi thường gặp): To what extent you agree or disagree? Do you agree or disagree? What are your opinions? Should children be allowed to play games? Structure (Cấu trúc viết): Introduction (Mở bài): Many people argue that [Diễn đạt lại đề bài] Personally, I completely agree/ disagree/ partly agree with this view for the following reasons Body (Thân bài) First of all, what convinces me most is that SVO [lý 1] As a matter of fact, SVO [phát triển ý cho lý 1] For example, SVO [ví dụ cho phần phát triển ý] Beyond any doubt, SVO [kết luận dựa ví dụ] In addition, another justification for this matter is that SVO [lý 2] It is common knowledge that SVO [phát triển ý cho lý 2] For instance, SVO [ví dụ cho phần phát triển ý] There is no denial that SVO [kết luận dựa ví dụ] Nếu “partly agree” đoạn sau (đồng ý phần): On the other hand, looking at the issue from the other aspect, I also believe that SVO [lý đối lập đoạn 1] Those who object to the former group often argue that SVO [phát triển ý ] For instance, SVO [ví dụ cho phần phát triển ý] There is no denial that SVO [kết luận dựa ví dụ] Conclusion (kết luận) In conclusion, I (do not) believe that SVO (diễn đạt lại điều đồng ý không đồng ý) Sample: Families who send their children to private schools should not be required to pay taxes that support the state education system To what extent you agree or disagree with this statement? Many people argue that parents of children who attend private schools should not need to contribute to state schools through taxes Personally, I completely disagree with this view for the following reasons First of all, what convinces me most is that it would be wrong to reduce taxes for families who pay for private education As a matter of fact, we all pay a certain amount of tax for public services that we may not use For example, most people are fortunate enough not to have to call the police or fire brigade at any time in their lives, but they would not expect a tax reduction for this There is no denial that, taxes can help to maintain social security for all people, especially with those in emergency cases In addition, another justification for this matter is that we should all be happy to pay our share of the money that supports public schools It is common knowledge that it is beneficial for all members of society to have a high-quality education system with equal opportunities for all young people This will result in a well-educated workforce, and in turn a more productive and prosperous nation For instance, a company owner will need well qualified and competent staff, and a wellfunded education system can provide such employees There is no denial that parents of children in private schools may also see the advantages of this in their own lives In conclusion, I not believe that any financial concessions should be made for people who choose private education ADVANTAGES – DISADVANTAGES Questions (Các dạng câu hỏi thường gặp): What are the advantages and disadvantages…? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? Is this a positive or negative development/ trend? Structure (Cấu trúc viết): What are the advantages and disadvantages…? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages KHƠNG CĨ OUTWEIGH (chỉ thảo luận khơng đưa ý kiến) Introduction (Mở bài): It is a fact that [Diễn đạt lại đề bài] This trend would create certain benefits but there will also be some drawbacks Body (Thân bài) On the one hand, it is clear that would create several advantages Nói ưu điểm 1: One evident strength is that it would In other words, Nói ưu điểm 2: Another reason is that it would help On the other hand, there are some obvious disadvantages that would arise Nói khuyết điểm 1: First, It means that Nói khuyết điểm 2: Second, In particular, Conclusion (Kết luận) In conclusion, … could bring about certain benefits, but its negative consequences should not be overlooked CÓ OUTWEIGH (đưa ý kiến cá nhân) Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? Is this a positive or negative development/ trend? Introduction (Mở bài): It is a fact that [Diễn đạt lại đề bài] Advantage > disadvantage In my opinion, the benefits of ….outweigh its drawbacks Advantage < disadvantage While this development may bring about some benefits, I would argue they are eclipsed the drawbacks Body (Thân bài) Advantage < Disadvantage Topic sentence Body 1: On the one hand, … offers people several benefits Body 2: On the other hand, I am of the opinion that the aforementioned advantages are at the expense of greater drawbacks Advantage > Disadvantage Topic sentence Body 1: When S + V, several problems can be anticipated Body 2: In spite of the drawbacks mentioned above, I believe that ……… is a positive measure/ trend/ development Conclusion (Kết luận) Advantage < disadvantage In conclusion, while………may have some positive aspects, I believe they are outweighed by the more significant negative aspects Advantage > disadvantage In conclusion, it seems to me that the advantages of ……… are more considerable than its disadvantages CHÚ Ý: Is This A Positive Or Negative Development/ Trend? Nếu bạn cho positive development, phần thân bạn nêu advantages benefits mà đem lại Nếu bạn cho negative development, phần thân bạn nêu disadvantages drawbacks Nếu muốn nói có mặt positive lẫn negative, paragraph nói advantages paragraph nói disadvantages CAUSE/ PROBLEM AND SOLUTION Questions (Các dạng câu hỏi thường gặp): What are the causes and effects…? causes - effects To what extent you think consumers are influenced by advertisements? What measures can be taken to protect them? → Effects – solutions Why is it not popular in many places? How to increase its popularity? → Causes - solutions Structure (Cấu trúc viết): Introduction (Mở bài): Introduction One of the matters of great concern in our contemporary life is …………………… - principle causes of…… - Nonetheless, a central question remains regarding what effects of……… on……… are the resolutions to this problem / issue - The objective of this essay is to present an overall view of these causes / effects and potential solutions Body (Thân bài) 1st supporting idea - To begin with, there are several evident causes of / effects of / resolution to…… - One of the major justifications for ……… / impacts of …… on………/ remedies to …… is… - There are growing evidences indicating that……… - Another evident contributor to / influence of …… on… / answer to …… is…………… - For example, ………………………… - Beyond any doubt…………………… 2nd supporting idea - Accordingly, feasible resolutions to this head-aching issue are suggested - Obviously, the effects of …… on our life are undeniable One of the radial remedies to ………… … is…… - The most evident impact of …… can be seen in the fact that …………./ It is common knowledge that…………………………… - Thus,……………………………… - Furthermore, this problem can be addressed by …………………… / Furthermore, the additional influence of……… is……… - Facts indicate that …………………………… - There is no denial that…………………… Conclusion (Kết luận) - Based on the facts outlined above, the obvious conclusion to be drawn is that……… - Therefore, it is advisable that……… should have radical and feasible solutions to the problem of …… before it becomes too serious DISCUSSION KHƠNG CĨ OPINION Questions (Các dạng câu hỏi thường gặp): Discuss Discuss both views Structure (Cấu trúc viết): Introduction (Mở bài): - ………… has been a matter of great controversies as different people entertain dissimilar opinions - While some hold a strong belief that ……… , others show great interest that…………… - The purpose of this piece of writing is to elaborate these two schools of thought with some facts being closely examined Body (Thân bài): Paragraph - First of all, the evident advantage of + 1st statement is undeniable As a matter of fact, …………………….; therefore, ……………… There are growing evidences indicating that………… Thus,…………………………… For example,……………………… Beyond any doubt…………………………… Paragraph - Nonetheless, there are several evident benefits of + 2nd statement This can be seen in the obvious reality that……… For instance……………………… As a result,………………… Another merit of………… is observed in the fact that…………………… It is common knowledge that………………………… There is no denial that…………………… Conclusion (Kết luận) - For aforementioned reasons, it can be affirmed that both [ý 1] and [ý 2] have their own benefits Therefore, it is highly recommended that………………………… CÓ OPINION Introduction Like above Body Like above Conclusion - For the reasons mentioned above, it seems to me that…………………… - Therefore, it is highly recommended that………………………… Môt số ý phần viết: - Đủ (từ, đoạn trả lời hết câu hỏi đề/trong thư trước) - Phải dùng mệnh đề quan hệ (và câu ghép, phức khác) - Có đưa ví dụ - Dùng phuongư tiện liên kết - đừng có paraphrase từ mà - Nên dùng danh từ số nhiều để tránh mắc lỗi chia động từ - Dùng modal verbs để tránh lỗi ngữ pháp chia động từ + tang điểm (nên dùng modals) He may have… - Dùng đa dạng thời (hiện tại, hoàn thành, tương lai, tương lai tiếp diễn…) SAMPLE 10 ... a strong belief that ……… , others show great interest that…………… - The purpose of this piece of writing is to elaborate these two schools of thought with some facts being closely examined Body