1. Many people keep dogs and cats as companions.

Discuss the advantages and

disadvantages of pet ownership for the animals involved and for the community as
a whole.
For: Against: By contrast,
- - It takes time to keep the house clean
Having a pet is a good companion. It is and do frequent housework as they are
more loyal than humans. For example, pets, they cannot keep the house tidy.
dogs or cats will be their best friends - The owners must be patient with them
when people are sad. These pets may to train them to be well-mannered.
play with the owners and are not harmful - The cost of taking care of them is
to them. rather high, such as vaccines and food.
-The more humans know about pets, the Therefore, the owners may spend a
better they will live in the future. When rather large amount of money on taking
the owners get to know more about pets’ care of them.
habits and characteristics, they may want -Some pets may bring some diseases to
to take care of them and treat them well. humans and it may be very harmful and
- Some pets will bring humans a great dangerous to them.
sense of security as they will alarm them
when something dangerous occurs as
theft or robbery.

SAMPLE CHO EM THAM KHẢO NHA

It is true that numerous individuals have dogs and cats as their companions for many
reasons. However, some people believe that this may bring out both drawbacks and
benefits for the pets’ owners and the whole community as well. This essay discusses
both sides of advantages and disadvantages of owning pets and then I will give my
own perspective on the matter.
On the one side of the argument, people believe that keeping pets such as cats and
dogs will bring some benefits, give the following reasons. Firstly, pets will be the
owners’ good companions because they are more loyal than humans. For example,
dogs or cats will be their best friends when people are sad or lonely. These pets may
play with the owners and are not harmful to them. Secondly, the more humans know
about pets, the better they will live in the future. When the owners get to know more
about pets’ habits and characteristics, they may want to take care of them and treat
them well. Finally, some pets will bring humans a great sense of security as they will
alarm them when something dangerous occurs as theft or robbery.
On the other hand, some people would have a different view on this matter as they
think that pets may bring some disadvantages to many people. The first reason is that
it may take time for the owners to keep the house clean and do frequent housework as

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they are pets, they cannot keep the house tidy. Hence, the owners must be patient with
them to train them to be well-mannered. Besides, if the owners do not have a lot of
time to pay attention to them, they may bark or hurt anyone who is closer to them and
might make the neighbors dislike or find ways to hurt these pets. Furthermore, the cost
of taking care of them is rather high, such as vaccines and food. Therefore, the owners
may spend a rather large amount of money on taking care of them. Last but not least,
some pets may bring some diseases to humans and it may be very harmful and
dangerous to them. For instance, ví dụ ở đây là gì ghi ra nhé.
In conclusion, although both views are reasonable and are still controversial, it
seems evident that the drawbacks of keeping pets are greater than the benefits.
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2. Many people feel it is a waste of money to try to save endangered animal species,
for example the tiger or the blue whale.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
For: Against:
- There are some underdeveloped - Wild animals are extremely valuable
countries, such as those in Africa, where natural resources, making an important
spending money on animal protection is contribution to creating ecological
unnecessary. balance and ensuring a healthy living
environment for humans. Hence, they
- Spending money to help people who should be protected and well-cared.
have difficulties in life by building new
schools and hospitals is more important. - In the bodies of many wild animals,
there are also quite useful chemicals for
- Humans should spread awareness
about animal protection at work and in the research of new therapeutic solutions
schools without spending any money. and the production of pharmaceuticals.
Therefore, the government can spend the
budget on other necessary areas such as - Establishing parks to protect animals
medicine, education, or citizens’ and for tourists to visit contributes to the
welfare. economic growth of the country as well.
.
SAMPLE
It is true that numerous animals are on the verge of extinction and many people are
trying to save them around the world. Some individuals think that it might be wasteful
in the effort of saving them like the tiger or the blue whale. There are good arguments
both for and against this view, but I believe it depends on different reasons.
I entirely agree with the idea that wild animals are endangered and need to be saved
because of many reasons. Firstly, wild animals are extremely valuable natural

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resources, making an important contribution to creating ecological balance and
ensuring a healthy living environment for humans. Hence, they should be protected
and well-cared. Secondly, there are also quite useful chemicals in the bodies of many
wild animals for the research of new therapeutic solutions and the production of
pharmaceuticals, which might help save humans’ lives. Finally, if the government
develops more space such as zoos to protect animals, this will be beneficial for the
economic growth of the country when it attracts more tourists to visit these places. For
example, ghi vi du ra nhe
However, I believe that other sectors for human beings right here on the Earth should
be taken into consideration. The first reason is that some underdeveloped countries
such as those in Africa, where spending money on animal protection is unnecessary.
Furthermore, spending money to help people who have difficulties in life by building
new schools and hospitals is more important. Last but not least, humans can spread
awareness about animal protection at work and in schools without spending any
money. Therefore, the government can spend the budget on other necessary areas such
as medicine, education, or citizens’ welfare. For instance, ghi vi du ra day nhe
In conclusion, although the views of wildlife creatures on the edge of extinction and
spending a large amount of money on it may sometimes seem negative in today’s
world, we should not dismiss other ideas as irrelevant.
3. Computer games are very popular for all ages and nationalities. However, parents
think they have little educational value and will be harmful for children.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
For Against
-Not all computer games are harmful. -Some children become addicted to these
Some may help children to learn certain games and they spend most of their time
skills such as fast calculating, good playing them, resulting in negative
problem-solving skills, flexibility, and effects on their academic learning
good learning vocabulary. results.
- Children need to relax and enjoy - Children may tend to imitate and copy
themselves for a while to be able to stay the violent and aggressive content which
focused on the tough subjects better. may cause fights or injuries at school.
- Some games with educational content - They tend to lead a sedentary lifestyle
may be a big support for children’s due to the absence of physical activities.
academic learning. For example, most children spend hours
on games; then they may become
addicted to games. Hence, they often
have bad academic results from school
and even bad health such as obesity or
diabetes.

SAMPLE:

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It is true that numerous people around the world are interested in computer games and
some players may become addicted to them. However, plenty of parents believe that
these games are harmful to their children because most of these games are not
valuable and may bring some negative sides. There are good arguments both for and
against this view, but I believe it depends on different reasons.
I entirely agree with the idea that some computer games may have little value and
have great impacts on children. Firstly, some children become addicted to these games
and they spend most of their time playing them, resulting in negative effects on their
academic learning results. Secondly, children may tend to imitate and copy violent
and aggressive content which may cause fights or injuries at school. Finally, they tend
to lead a sedentary lifestyle due to the absence of physical activities. For example,
most children spend hours on games, then they may become addicted to games.
Hence, they often have bad academic results from school and even bad health such as
obesity or diabetes.
However, I believe that not all computer games are harmful. The first reason is that
some computer games may help children learn certain skills such as fast calculating,
good problem-solving skills, flexibility, and good learning vocabulary. Furthermore,
children need to relax and enjoy themselves for a while to be able to stay focused on
the tough subjects better. Last but not least, some games with educational content may
be a big support for children’s academic learning. For instance, ghi vi du ra nha
In conclusion, although the views of computer games that are harmful and have less
valuable content may sometimes seem negative in today’s world, we should not
dismiss other ideas as irrelevant.
4. Nowadays computers are widely used in education. As a result, some people
think teachers no longer play important roles in classrooms.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
For: Against:
-Computers help teachers impart -Computers are machines so in some
knowledge faster and easier. cases, they cannot solve complicated
- Computers may save time and money issues.
for school operators. - Computers cannot explain in more
- Schools can have online classes with detail to critical questions. In these
more options for learners and teachers. cases, only teachers can help learners
-Everything done with computers seems address complicated issues.
to be friendly to the environment -Computers cannot sympathize and
because learners do not use much paper. understand the learners’ personal needs.
Therefore, it cannot help learners
-It is more economical for education balance their emotions or help them
operations as it does not take up much overcome their problems.
space for facilities. -Students need more direct and face-to-
face communication to be more engaged

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 and active in learning.
-Teachers play a vital role in supervising
the progress of the learners and they can
help learners better in their learning to
get the targets.

SAMPLE:
It is true that computers are gaining more popularity in education around the world
and they might bring numerous benefits to learners. Hence, some people believe that
the role of teachers in the classroom is not necessary. There are good arguments both
for and against this view, but I believe it depends on different reasons.
I entirely agree with the idea that computers are used widely in education and bring
numerous advantages to schools. Firstly, everything done with computers seems to be
friendly to the environment because learners do not use much paper. Secondly, it is
more economical for education operations as it does not take up much space for
facilities. For example, schools can have online classes with more options for learners
and make them more comfortable and flexible with more choices. Finally, computers
help impart knowledge faster and easier as well as they may save time and money for
school operators.
However, I believe that teacher roles cannot be ignored and become less important
because of many reasons. The first reason is that computers are machines so in some
cases, they cannot solve complicated issues. Computers cannot explain in more detail
to critical questions. In these cases, only teachers can help learners address
complicated issues. Furthermore, computers cannot sympathize and understand the
learners’ personal needs. Therefore, it cannot help learners balance their emotions or
help them overcome their problems. Last but not least, students need more direct and
face-to-face communication to be more engaged and active in learning. Besides, only
the teachers can supervise the progress of the learners and they can help learners better
in their learning to get the targets.
In conclusion, although the views of the benefits that computers bring to schools and
the role of teachers becoming less important may sometimes seem negative in today’s
world, we should not dismiss other ideas as irrelevant.
5. As greater numbers of people move to cities and as cities expand in size, city life
loses its appeal. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?
Agree -Citizens in cities may have a fast pace
-More people living in the cities, more living style, so many of them may suffer
crimes might have a great impact on the high pressure from work and study and
city; therefore, these things can make health problems due to the highly
city life lose its appeal. demanding working and living
-For example, more violent and environment. To illustrate, officers often
aggressive scenes on the streets are work overtime to earn money to support
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 reported every day on TV and social their personal needs while students learn
media to residents about their security at school the whole day to keep up with
when they go out. the development of cities. Many of them
- With the rise in the number of residents have less time for their families and for
relocating to the cities, this means that themselves, so socializing with their
the volume of traffic also increases. peers may be more difficult.
Hence, this may cause more road
accidents and traffic congestion and -It is hard to have a green, spacious
might make people living in the city less space worth living in the cities as before
comfortable and more tired. Besides, the due to the density of the population.
road facilities will be degraded over time Hence, more people in cities will make
due to the high capacity of commuters. the living space more polluted, narrower,
noisier, and less secure. Therefore, all
-For instance, the number of deaths these things make city life lose its
caused by road accidents is increasing appeal.
annually, not only by alcohol drinkers
but also by careless drivers who do not
obey traffic laws.
- More people will make life in cities
more competitive but the life quality will
be lower. This makes the city less
attractive in the eyes of business
investors.

SAMPLE
It is true that the increasing number of individuals relocating to the city in search of a
better life will definitely make city life lose its appeal when it develops and expands in
size. I entirely agree with this statement for the following reasons.
I totally agree with the idea that city life will lose its appeal when more people move
to live there. Firstly, with the rise in the number of residents relocating to the cities,
this means that the volume of traffic also increases. Hence, this may cause more road
accidents and traffic congestion and might make people living in the city less
comfortable and more tired. More importantly, there would be a case that the road
facilities will be degraded over time due to the high capacity of commuters. For
example, the number of deaths caused by road accidents is increasing annually, not
only by alcohol drinkers but also by careless drivers who do not obey traffic laws.
Apart from the concerns mentioned above, there are two other reasons should be
discussed. The second reason is that more people will make life in cities more
competitive but the life quality will be lower. For instance, people may have less time
for their families and for themselves, so socializing with their peers may be more
difficult. Last but not least, it is hard to have a green, spacious space worth living in
the cities as before due to the density of the population. Hence, more people in cities
will make the living space more polluted, narrower, noisier, and less secure.

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Therefore, all these things make city life lose its appeal. To illustrate, ghi vi du ra
nha…
In conclusion, for the reasons mentioned above, I firmly agree with the view that more
people moving to the city, they will definitely make some changes to city life and
make it lose its appeal.
6. Some people think it is easy to learn a language without the help of a teacher.
Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
AGREE: Disagree:
-Learners may have a variety of good -Some advanced and critical knowledge
sources to enhance and improve their may need a good teacher.
knowledge. Therefore, people, today can -Teachers can bring out good emotions
learn without the help of teachers. and a comfortable learning atmosphere
- They can learn through social media to help learners engage and be active in
such as youtube, Facebook, or watching lesson activities; hence, students can
TV. There are many useful channels for reap excellent results.
education that help learners develop -Learning with a teacher is more fun and
their self-learning skills easily. more interesting, so it helps learners
-The benefits of taking part in a remember the lessons and new words
languages club may help us improve easily.
ourselves and enhance our language -Teachers can help shape learners to
skills. become well-rounded citizens.
-It is easy to access the internet and learn -Teachers develop certain skills besides
online with free online lessons made by language knowledge such as soft skills.
some teachers.

SAMPLE:
It is true that learners today can benefit from learning from a rich variety of sources
online; hence, some people believe that they can learn a language well without the
help of a teacher. There are good arguments both for and against this view, but I
believe it depends on different reasons.
I totally agree with the idea that learners may have a variety of good sources to
enhance and improve their knowledge. Therefore, people, today can learn without the
help of teachers. Firstly, they can learn through social media such as Youtube,
Facebook, or watching TV. There are many useful channels for education that help
learners develop their self-learning skills easily. Secondly, the benefits of taking part
in a languages club may help us improve ourselves and enhance our language skills.
More learners will have a great chance to interact and communicate with native
speakers in person. Finally, it is easy to access the internet and learn online with free
online lessons made by some teachers. For example, ghi vi du ra day nha
However, I believe that some advanced and critical knowledge may need a good
teacher. Therefore, teachers still play a vital role in supporting learners. The first
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reason is that teachers can bring out good emotions and a comfortable learning
atmosphere to help learners engage and be active in lesson activities; hence, students
can reap excellent results. Furthermore, learning with a teacher is more fun and more
interesting, so it helps learners remember the lessons and new words easily. Last but
not least, teachers can help shape learners to become well-rounded citizens and
develop certain skills besides language knowledge such as soft skills. For instance, ghi
vi du ra nha
In conclusion, although the views of the benefits that learners can access different
sources of learning without the help of the teacher may sometimes seem positive in
today’s world, we should not dismiss other ideas as irrelevant.
7. Information technology is changing many aspects of our lives and now dominates
our home, leisure, and work activities.
To what extent do the benefits of information technology outweigh the
disadvantages?
Advantages: Disadvantages:
-Information technology may help
humans save time, money, and labor to -Technology can cause great destruction
operate or run a business. if something wrong happens.
- Information technology can address - More laborers are likely to be
complicated problems that are harmful unemployed.
to humans. -Negative effects are on one’s health and
- Information technology could create lifestyle. Many people tend to lead a
more products with better quality; hence sedentary lifestyle or have bad eyesight
technology contributes to economic when they spend much time on the
development. screen.
- Information technology may bring out
breakthrough inventions which have a
great influence on medicine, education,
and agriculture.
SAMPLE:
It is true that information technology is increasing and has had a great impact on
human lives in many aspects and it even dominates people’s activities from home,
leisure, and work. This essay discusses both sides of advantages and disadvantages of
information technology’s dominance and then I will give my own perspective on the
matter.
On the one side of the argument, people believe that information technology’s
changes bring some advantages to people. Firstly, information technology may help
humans save time, money, and labor to operate or run a business. Secondly,
information technology can address complicated problems that are harmful to humans
and it could help businesses create more products with better quality; hence
technology contributes to economic development. For example, ghi vi du ra nha.

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Finally, information technology may bring out breakthrough inventions which have a
great influence on medicine, education, and agriculture. To illustrate, ghi vi du ra nha
On the other hand, some people would have a different view on this matter as
information technology may have some disadvantages. The first reason is that
technology can cause great destruction if something wrong happens. Furthermore,
more laborers are likely to be unemployed. Last but not least, information technology
may have negative effects on one’s health and lifestyle. For instance, many people
tend to lead a sedentary lifestyle or have bad eyesight when they spend much time on
the screen.
In conclusion, although both views are reasonable and are still controversial, it
seems evident that the benefits of information technology are greater than its
drawbacks. (có thể thêm ý vào đây)
8. Travelling in group with a tour guide is the best way to travel.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
For: Against:
-Travelers will be more confident and -Travelling with a tour guide may limit
safer with a good tour guide as he may the freedom to enjoy the trip as travelers
help them arrange their itinerary. have to follow the fixed schedule of the
- Tourists may save more time to do tour.
other things. For example, they can be -Traveling alone may help tourists save
flexible to arrange their own work more money and have more time to
during the trip with the help of the tour discover and learn new things on their
guide. own.
- Individuals may have a chance to _ Traveling without a tour guide can
interact and make more friends if they taste and enjoy the local foods made by
travel in groups with a tour guide. the local residents as well as feel not
- They may have chances to know more rushed by other people.
places and discover new things from the -They can drop by some specific
local people and the tour guide. locations that the tour with many tourists
cannot. For example, they cannot get
into narrow roads which are only
suitable for a few people with small
means of transport.
SAMPLE:
It is true that more people today have more chances to go traveling and visit their
favorite places. Some individuals think that traveling with a tour guide will bring more
benefits to tourists. There are good arguments both for and against this view, but I
believe it depends on different reasons.
I totally agree with the idea that traveling with a tour guide can help the trips better.
Firstly, travelers will be more confident and safer with a good tour guide as the tour
guide may help them arrange their itinerary. Therefore, tourists may save more time to
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do other things. For example, they can be flexible to arrange their own work during
the trip with the help of the tour guide. Secondly, visitors or tourists may have a
chance to interact and make more friends if they travel in groups with a tour guide.
Finally, they may have chances to know more places and discover new things that
they have never been there before from the local people and the tour guide.
However, I believe that traveling with a tour guide in some cases can make tourists
less comfortable. The first reason is that traveling with a tour guide may limit the
freedom to enjoy the trip as travelers have to follow a fixed schedule for the tour.
Furthermore, traveling alone may help tourists save more money and have more time
to discover and learn new things on their own. They do not feel rushed by other
people. Last but not least, they can drop by some specific locations that the tour with
many tourists cannot. For example, they can get on narrow roads which are only
suitable for a few people with small means of transport.
In conclusion, although the views of the benefits that traveling with a tour guide to
tourists becoming more important sometimes seem positive in today’s world, we
should not dismiss other ideas as irrelevant.

9. It has been said that people who read for pleasure have more developed
imaginations and better language skills than people who prefer to watch TV.
Do you agree or disagree?
For: Against:
-Reading may help develop people’s -Watching TV is more interesting as we
reading skills and enhance their can see more colorful images in
imagination as they have to imagine combination with great sound that makes
what they see and feel from the books. us feel lost in the new world.
-It is more convenient and portable as -Reading a lot can hurt the reader’s eyes.
they can read online or from physical -We can do armchair tourism at home
books. with our TV instead of traveling to the
- It is easy to get access to various kinds places in person.
of books as well as update more -Everything we see and feel is direct and
knowledge. it doesn’t take time to think or imagine.
-The more we read the better our
imagination is because it might help -Watching TV with family members is a
develop language skills such as writing. great activity to strengthen the bond and
build a close-knit relationship.

SAMPLE:

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It is true that numerous individuals choose reading as a good means of reducing stress
and enriching their knowledge. However, some people believe that people reading for
pleasure may have developed their imagination and language skills more than those
who prefer to watch TV. There are good arguments both for and against this view, but
I believe it depends on different reasons.
I totally agree with the idea that reading for pleasure may help develop people’s
reading skills and enhance their imagination as they have to imagine what they see
and feel from the books. Firstly, reading is more useful, more convenient, and portable
as readers can read online or from physical books. Secondly, it is easy to get access to
various kinds of books as well as update more knowledge. Some can read to enhance
their imagination which supports their major like arts. Finally, the more we read the
better our imagination is because it might help develop language skills such as
writing. For example, ghi vi du ra nha.
However, I believe that watching TV can help many reap some benefits. The first
reason is that watching TV is more interesting as they can see more colorful images in
combination with great sound that makes them feel lost in the new world and be more
impressed with what they have seen. Furthermore, some individuals can do armchair
tourism at home with their TV instead of traveling to the places in person when they
are up to the ear and busy with their personal lives. Last but not least, everything
people see and feel may be direct and it does not take time to think or imagine; hence
it is very suitable for busy people. For instance, ghi vi du ra day nha
In conclusion, although the views of the benefits that reading for pleasure can help
readers enhance their imagination and language skills more than watching Tv
sometimes seem positive in today’s world, we should not dismiss other ideas as
irrelevant.
In conclusion, although both views are reasonable and are still controversial, it
seems evident that the drawbacks of getting news from the newspaper are
greater than the benefits. (có thể thêm ý vào đây)

10. Some people think that newspapers are the best way to get news. However, others
believe that they can get news better through other media.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
View 1: View 2:
- Reading newspapers is a traditional -It is more flexible and less costly than
way that elderly people often choose reading newspapers as the readers may
because they are not very good at have to pay fees for physical
technology and it is also a good habit newspapers.
that they keep it a long time. -Reading news online is more
-It is more convenient for those who do convenient and faster than reading

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 not love technology. newspapers because you can do it from
-You can get news without internet your smartphone and read it any time
access. Therefore, you can find it more you like.
convenient and flexible than being stuck -You can update the news constantly and
on the internet. frequently while reading news from the
printed paper is limited.
-It is environmentally friendly because
readers do not use paper; hence, it may
help save the forests.
SAMPLE:
It is true that there are many means of getting news for people in today’s life. Some
individuals think that the newspaper is the best way to get news while other people
believe that they can read news from other sources like social media. This essay
discusses both sides of this view and then I will give my own perspective on the
matter.
On the one side of the argument, people believe that reading news from the newspaper
is the best choice, give the following reasons. Firstly, reading newspapers is a
traditional way that elderly people often choose because they are not very good at
technology and it is also a good habit that they keep it a long time. Secondly, it is
more convenient for those who do not love technology. Finally, more people can get
news without internet access. Therefore, they can find it more convenient and flexible
than being stuck on the internet. For example, ghi vi du ra nha
On the other hand, some people would have a different view on this matter as they
think that there are many different ways for them to get news. The first reason is that
more people may choose to read news online as it is more convenient and faster than
reading newspapers and readers can do it from their smartphone and read it any time
they like. Furthermore, they can update the news constantly and frequently while
reading news from the printed paper is limited. For instance, ghi vi du ra day nha. Last
but not least, reading news online is environmentally friendly because readers do not
use paper; hence, it may help save the forests.

11. Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to
travel or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why
someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both of these views and give your
own opinions?
FOR: (View 1) AGAINST: (View 2)
-Knowing more languages would be an -Knowing more languages would bring
advantage for those living and working numerous benefits to humans.
in other countries. -Some people can learn a new language
- Knowing more languages brings more to study and enhance their knowledge
opportunities for education and career and get the targets. For instance, they

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 for people who live far away from their can learn languages to explore new
country. things like the culture of other countries.
- Residents abroad may have chances to -Learning more languages can help
enhance and improve their lives as well people enjoy a rich source of
as to adapt to a new living and working entertainment such as listening to music
environment abroad. or watching movies without seeing the
-They can get used to new things subtitles.
including transport, food, culture, and -More languages would bring people
lifestyle if they know more than one from different countries closer and
language. enhance their relationship with each
- It might help people with more other.
languages improve and enhance their _ People knowing more languages can
living standards and satisfy their help them broaden their knowledge to
personal needs. learn great things from developed
For example, people living abroad will countries.
gain the benefits of a good education
system.
SAMPLE:
It is true that more people today learn a foreign language to live and work abroad.
Some people believe that living and working in another country is the main reason
while other individuals think that learning a foreign language may bring them more
benefits than living and working abroad. This essay discusses both sides of this view
and then I will give my own perspective on the matter.
On the one side of the argument, people believe that learning a foreign language is in
order to travel and work abroad, give the following reasons. Firstly, it would be an
advantage for those living and working in other countries and help bring more
opportunities for education and career for people who live far away from their
country. Secondly, by mastering a foreign language, residents abroad may have
chances to enhance and improve their lives as well as to adapt to a new living and
working environment abroad easily. Finally, they can get used to new things including
transport, food, culture, and lifestyle if they know a foreign language. Hence, it might
help people with more languages improve and enhance their living standards and
satisfy their personal needs. For example, people living abroad will gain the benefits
of a good education system. Ghi them vi du ra nha
On the other hand, some people would have a different view on this matter as they
think that there are many different benefits of learning a foreign language. The first
reason is that learning foreign languages can help people enjoy a rich source of
entertainment such as listening to music or watching movies without seeing the
subtitles. Furthermore, knowing more languages would bring people from different
countries closer and enhance their relationship with each other. Last but not least,
people knowing more languages can help them broaden their knowledge to learn great
things from developed countries and to do research with the aim of contributing to the
country’s development. For instance, gh vi du ra nha
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In conclusion, although both views are reasonable and are still controversial, it
seems evident that the benefits of learning a foreign language are greater and
make people have more choices to enjoy their lives to the fullest. (có thể thêm ý
vào đây)
12. 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.
Advantages: Disadvantages:
-People who travel or work for a year - Some of them may be distracted and
between finishing high school and cannot stay focused on academic
starting university studies may reap the learning when coming back to school.
benefits of certain skills such as - They might feel bored as they would
problem-solving skills and soft skills recognize some differences between
during a gap year. what they experience and learn at
- It may be more confident and well- university.
prepared for a new target and new - They can have a feeling of being lag
learning environment. Therefore, it may behind as they may forget some contents
help them be more energetic and more learned before.
motivated for their own goals. - Some of them might be not motivated
- It can broaden the horizon as well as to take part in the learning activities.
improve and enhance oneself better. Hence, some may quit school and start
- They might gain more valuable and seeking work or have new plans.
hands-on experiences not only from
work but also from traveling.

SAMPLE
It is true that numerous individuals are encouraged to take a year gap to work and
travel before starting to learn at university. However, some people believe that this
may bring out both drawbacks and benefits for those who make this decision. This
essay discusses both sides of advantages and disadvantages of taking a year gap to
work and study and then I will give my own perspective on the matter.
On the one side of the argument, people believe that taking a year gap to work and
travel will bring some benefits, give the following reasons. Firstly, people who travel
or work for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies may
reap the benefits of certain skills such as problem-solving skills and soft skills during
a gap year. Secondly, they may be more confident and well-prepared to help them
ready for a new target and new learning environment. Therefore, it may help them be
more energetic and more motivated for their own goals. Finally, it can broaden the
horizon as well as improve and enhance oneself better. For example, they might gain
more valuable and hands-on experiences not only from work but also from traveling.

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On the other hand, some people would have a different view on this matter as they
think that taking a year gap before starting to learn at university may have some
disadvantages. The first reason is that some of them may be distracted and cannot stay
focused on academic learning when coming back to school. Furthermore, they might
feel bored as they would recognize some differences between what they experience
and learn at university. Last but not least, they can have a feeling of being lag behind
as they may forget some content learned before. For instance, some of them might be
not motivated to take part in the learning activities. Hence, some may quit school and
start seeking work or have new plans.
13. Some people may argue that many Vietnamese students study English for years,
but not many of them can use English to communicate well. In order to improve the
quality of English learning and teaching in Vietnam, it is strongly recommended that
English should be taught by native English teachers only.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Disagree:
There are several benefits that can be -Most of the students will be timid and
reaped from studying with local feel ashamed or embarrassed when
teachers. learning with foreigners.
-Students can understand completely - Some of them will be likely shocked
what the teachers say about the lesson due to the cultural differences. When
and the ways the teachers impart good they want to understand the words and
knowledge to learners. use them correctly; they may have
- Vietnamese teacher is closer, friendly, difficulty in describing them precisely.
and easy-going to students than native -Not many students can afford to learn
teachers. Therefore, learners will be with native teachers as the cost or school
likely more comfortable to learn easily fee is often higher.
and effectively.
- They can also be confident and active
to share what they think with
Vietnamese teachers; hence, complicated
issues can be addressed or solved.

SAMPLE:
It is true that numerous Vietnamese students have studied English for a long time, but
some of them cannot use English to communicate well. Therefore, it is strongly
recommended that English should be taught by native English teachers only to
improve and enhance the quality of English learning and teaching in Vietnam. I totally
disagree with this statement because of many reasons.
I totally disagree with the idea that learners should learn with native teachers only to
improve their language ability. Firstly, most of the students will be timid and feel

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ashamed or embarrassed when learning with foreigners. Therefore, many of them will
not be confident to share what they think and feel with the native teachers. For
example, some of them will be likely shocked due to cultural differences. When they
want to understand the words and use them correctly; they may have difficulty in
describing them precisely. In this case, a Vietnamese teacher can help them
understand completely what the teachers say about the lesson and the ways the
teachers impart good knowledge to learners. More importantly, there would be a case
that most Vietnamese teachers are closer, friendly, and easy-going to students than
native teachers. Therefore, learners will be likely more comfortable to learn easily and
effectively.
Apart from the concerns mentioned above, there are two other reasons that should be
discussed. The second reason is that not many students can afford to learn with native
teachers as the cost or school fee is often higher, especially those who are from
families of deprived backgrounds or average income. Hence, learning with a foreign
teacher may be a luxury for them. Last but not least, Vietnamese teachers are often
trained and learned many years of pedagogy to become a teacher; therefore, they
might have great teaching methods and can help learners deal with complicated issues.
Besides, learners can access different sources of learning online to enhance and
improve their language skills. To illustrate, ghi vi du ra day nha.
In conclusion, for the reasons mentioned above, I firmly disagree with the view that
learners can improve their communication skills by learning with the foreign teachers
only. ( ghi them y ra nha)

14. Some people say that physical exercise should be a required part of every school
day. Other people believe that students should spend the whole school day on
academic studies. Which opinion do you agree with?
+ For -Learning academic subjects can make
- Physical exercise may help learners learners lose their interest in the other
stay focused on academic learning and ones as these subjects are tough and
can help students to be well-prepared for hard. Hence, physical activities may help
their future careers. reduce tension and make them learn
-If they have regular physical activities, better.
they might have good health and it will - For instance, most of them may suffer
help them learn better. negative effects of bad health such as
-For example, learners may have more obesity or diabetes due to the absence of
energy and motivation to stay focused on physical activities.
learning hard and tough subjects such as - The targets to be well-rounded and
maths. healthy citizens who may contribute
- A healthy student will bring a healthy greatly to the development of societies
community as well. are still far from reality if learners or
-When learners are healthy, they are citizens are not healthy.

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 more likely to adapt to the modern world -A prosperous nation is when most of
in which some subjects like science, the residents are well-taken care, well-
technology, and languages are of great educated, and healthy. Therefore,
importance and good support to them. physical education might help learners
- With good health, students can keep up not only be strong but also interested in
with the latest trend and would have a their academic learning and their
good ability to tackle new issues that the passionate pursuit.
AI world brings about. Therefore, they
might be confident to find a dream job - Learning academic subjects only
and integrate with the development of cannot set their mind at ease and reduce
other countries easily. negative thoughts because they can be
stressed when they spend a lot of time
sitting in one place.

SAMPLE
It is true that physical exercise is necessary and students should learn it every school
day for many benefits although other people think that students should spend the
whole school day on academic studies to enhance themselves. I totally agree with this
statement for the following reasons.
I totally disagree with the idea that physical exercise is important and should be a
required part of every school day. Firstly, physical exercise may help learners stay
focused on academic learning and can help students be well-prepared for their future
careers. If they have regular physical activities, they might have good health and it
will help them learn better. For example, learners may have more energy and
motivation to stay focused on learning hard and tough subjects such as maths. More
importantly, there would be a case that when learners are healthy, they are more likely
to adapt to the modern world in which some subjects like science, technology, and
languages are of great importance and good support to them. For instance, with good
health, students can keep up with the latest trend and would have a good ability to
tackle new issues that the AI world brings about. Therefore, they might be confident
to find a dream job and integrate with the development of other countries easily.
Apart from the concerns mentioned above, there are two other reasons that should be
discussed. The second reason is that learning academic subjects can make learners
lose interest in the other ones as these subjects are tough and hard. Hence, physical
activities may help reduce tension and make them learn better. To illustrate, most of
them may suffer negative effects of bad health such as obesity or diabetes due to the
absence of physical activities. Last but not least, a prosperous nation is when most of
the residents are well-taken care, well-educated, and healthy. Therefore, physical
education might help learners not only be strong but also interested in their academic
learning and their passionate pursuit.

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In conclusion, for the reasons mentioned above, I firmly agree with the view that
physical exercise is necessary for learners and the benefits that it brings to both
learners and the community are greater than spending time learning academic subjects
only.
15. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign
country.
Advantages: Disadvantages:
-People who live and work abroad may -Working and living abroad may make
have more opportunities to enhance and them always busy and have less time for
improve their knowledge. themselves and family due to the highly
- They can have a great chance to demanding working and living
broaden their horizon and learn new environment.
things including languages, customs, and
culture. - some of them might have difficulty
-Working and learning abroad can adapting to new cultures and languages.
challenge themselves to reach their goals -
and get success. - If they live abroad for a long time, they
-It might develop certain skills such as might be westernized and may lose their
problem-solving skills, flexibility, and typical habits or lifestyle.
adaptability.
- They can reap the benefits of good -For instance, it will be difficult for them
education, medicine, and welfare that the drive a motorbike to work if they are
may be hard in their country. familiar with using cars or modern
public transport abroad.
SAMPLE:
It is true that people have different views about both the negative and positive sides of
living and working abroad. Some people believe that this may bring them both
advantages and disadvantages. This essay discusses this question from both points of
view and then I will give my own perspective on the matter.
On the one side of the argument, people who argue that working and living may reap
the benefits from a foreign country, give the following reasons. Firstly, people who
live and work abroad may have more opportunities to enhance and improve their
knowledge. Hence, they can have a great chance to broaden their horizon and learn
new things including languages, customs, and culture. Secondly, working and learning
abroad can challenge themselves to reach their goals and get success when they can
access the best things from education, and medicine to welfare that may be hard to get
in their country. Finally, they might develop certain skills such as problem-solving
skills, flexibility, and adaptability to integrate into a new living environment. For
example, ghi vi du ra nha
On the other hand, some people would have a different view on this matter as they
think that living and working abroad may also have some drawbacks. The first reason
is that working and living abroad may make them always busy and have less time for
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themselves and family due to the highly demanding working and living environment.
Furthermore, some of them might have difficulty adapting to new cultures and
languages. Therefore, they may be shocked by cultural differences and feel isolated
from communities. Last but not least, if they live abroad for a long time, they might be
westernized and may lose their typical habits or lifestyle. For instance, it will be
difficult for them the drive a motorbike to work if they are familiar with using cars or
modern public transport abroad.
In conclusion, although both views are reasonable and is still controversial, it
seems evident that the benefits of living and working in a foreign country are
greater than the drawbacks. (ghi them y ca nhan ra nha)
16. Some people think that universities should not provide so much theoretical
knowledge but give more practical training throughout their courses. To what extent
do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
FOR: -AGAINST
-Theoretical knowledge might help Learners cannot reap the benefits and
learners understand the foundation to get apply what they have learned effectively
advanced and critical knowledge easily. if theoretical knowledge is so
If they do not have solid theoretical academical and too overwhelming to
knowledge, it might be hard to gain the remember.
advanced level.
-Most theoretical knowledge is reliable -New knowledge is updated frequently
as it is logically developed through to fit the demand of societies’
research. development while a great amount of
theoretical knowledge is kept from
- Theoretical knowledge helps avoid books and used for a long time.
mistakes when learners apply it in
practice. - Learners equipped with a large amount
of theoretical knowledge over time will
For example, if someone would like to likely be lagged.
produce new products, they might know
what to do first from their school in For instance, new products of iPhones
combination with their practical are updated frequently to meet the need
experience. of the market and to adapt to the
development of artificial technology;
hence, producers cannot create the same
models based on what they have learned.

SAMPLE:

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It is true that some people think that it is not advisable for universities to emphasize
too much on theory but more practical training should provide to learners throughout
their courses. There are good arguments both for and against this view, but I believe it
depends on different reasons.
I entirely agree with the idea that giving more practical training throughout their
courses may benefit learners greatly. Firstly, learners cannot reap the benefits and
apply what they have learned effectively if theoretical knowledge is so academic and
too overwhelming to remember. Secondly, new knowledge is updated frequently to fit
the demand of societies’ development while a great amount of theoretical knowledge
is kept from books and used for a long time. Finally, learners equipped with a large
amount of theoretical knowledge over time will likely be lagged. For instance, new
products of iPhones are updated frequently to meet the need of the market and to
adapt to the development of artificial technology; hence, producers cannot create the
same models based on what they have learned.
However, I believe that theoretical knowledge is also necessary and plays a vital role
in supporting practical training in certain cases. The first reason is that theoretical
knowledge might help learners understand the foundation to access advanced and
critical knowledge easily. If they do not have solid theoretical knowledge, it might be
hard to gain the advanced level. Furthermore, most theoretical knowledge is reliable as
it is logically developed through research. Last but not least, theoretical knowledge
helps avoid mistakes when learners apply it in practice. For example, if someone
would like to produce new products, they might know what to do first from their
school in combination with their practical experience.
In conclusion, although the views of theoretical knowledge should not focus so much
instead practical training during the courses for learners may sometimes seem
negative in today’s world, we should not dismiss other ideas as irrelevant.
17. Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding
change. Others, however, think that change is always a good thing. Discuss both
views and give your own opinion.
View 1 View 2
-Doing the same things and avoiding However, I believe that great change
change can help most people be less brings humans numerous benefits.
stressed and be more stable with what - Individuals are often considered to
they have been familiar with. be people who challenge themselves,
Therefore, they can easily manage get out of their comfort zones, and
their time to balance work and look for new opportunities. Therefore,
personal life. they may fulfill their big dreams.
- Starting a new path means you have - They are not afraid to make
to learn from scratch and there will be sacrifices to start a new journey from
certain risks that you cannot predict. scratch to learn more from a new

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 path, and a new environment; hence,
- Individuals tend to have a safer they will have more experience and
feeling when they do not change and better skills than those who just stay
they tend to love what they have kept in their comfort zone.
for a long time.
- One of the benefits of changing
- For example, being with something themselves is that they get to interact
for a long time in the company means with many people, have more
that they stick with it and can handle relationships, and their living
it easily. That helps them to be environment also makes people
happier, more comfortable, and work around them feel comfortable.
better. Hence, productivity is also
better.

SAMPLE:
It is true that people have different views about whether or not to change their life is a
subject of debate. Some people believe that doing the same thing and avoiding change
may benefit them in certain ways while others think that change will be a great thing
and make life better. This essay discusses this question from both points of view and
then I will give my own perspective on the matter.
On the one side of the argument, people who prefer to spend their lives doing the
same things and avoiding changes, give the following reasons. Firstly, doing the same
things and avoiding change can help most people be less stressed and more stable with
what they have been familiar with. Therefore, they can easily manage their time to
balance work and personal life. Secondly, starting a new path means they have to
learn from scratch and there will be certain risks that they cannot predict. Finally,
individuals tend to have a safer feeling when they do not change and they tend to love
what they have kept for a long time. For example, being with something for a long
time in the company means that they stick with it and can handle it easily. That helps
them to be happier, more comfortable, and work better. Hence, productivity is also
better.
On the other hand, some people would have a different view on this matter as they
think that change is always a good thing and may bring them more benefits. The first
reason is that individuals are often considered to be people who challenge themselves,
get out of their comfort zones, and look for new opportunities. Therefore, they may
fulfill their big dreams. Furthermore, they are not afraid to make sacrifices to start a
new journey from scratch to learn more from a new path, and a new environment;
hence, they will have more experience and better skills than those who just stay in
their comfort zone. Last but not least, one of the benefits of changing themselves is

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that they get to interact with many people, have more relationships, and their living
environment also makes people around them feel comfortable. For instance, ghi vi du
ra nha
In conclusion, although both views are reasonable and still controversial, it
seems evident that the benefits of making changes in one’s life are greater than
those who prefer the same things and avoid changes. (có thể thêm ý vào đây)

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