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Password English Essay Writing Test

Password Writing assesses a test-taker's ability to write an essay based on one of two provided topics, requiring a response of over 200 words within 30 minutes. The essay should be well-organized, clearly present ideas, and utilize a suitable range of grammar and vocabulary. Scoring is based on the clarity of ideas, use of examples, and overall writing quality.

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Password English Essay Writing Test

Password Writing assesses a test-taker's ability to write an essay based on one of two provided topics, requiring a response of over 200 words within 30 minutes. The essay should be well-organized, clearly present ideas, and utilize a suitable range of grammar and vocabulary. Scoring is based on the clarity of ideas, use of examples, and overall writing quality.

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Password Writing

Password Writing assesses a test-taker’s ability to write an essay. Test-takers are


presented with a choice of two essay titles.
Test-takers are given instructions regarding length and content.

Choose topic (A) OR (B) and write an essay on ONE.

(A) “School Children should choose the subjects they study from a young age and stop doing subjects they
find uninteresting.”
How much do you agree with this opinion and why? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.

(B) “Old people are an essential part of society, so they should be respected.”
How much do you agree with this opinion and why? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.

You have 30 minutes to write your answer. You should write more than 200 words; if you write less, your
score will be less.

Your essay should:

Clearly present your ideas about the topic and be well organised.

Use appropriate examples or details to support your opinion.

Make accurate use of a suitable range of grammar and vocabulary.


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Your score will be based on these aspects.

Write your answer in the box below. Do not click finish section until you have finished.

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Sample Answer:

School children should choose the subjects they study from a young age and stop doing subjects they find
uninteresting.

“In most education systems today, children learn a wide variety of subjects until they leave school. At
university, they begin to specialise before focussing on a specific job or career in the long term. Some
countries, however, allow students to start to choose areas of study they prefer from a much younger age and
in my opinion this is not a good idea.

First of all, when a pupil is still young, they often do not realise the consequences of their choices. By this I
mean that, if they choose not to study a subject because they find it too difficult or not interesting, they may not
realise that this will prevent them having many careers. They may lose their dream job because they did not
select the right subjects to study for it. In any case, working hard to overcome difficulties is an important life
lesson to learn for every young person.

Another reason for not allowing students to drop subjects too early is that they may give up studying ones
they feel are not useful in terms of their academic future, forgetting that these are important for their well-being
and creativity. Art, music, drama, dance and sport are all important for our lives and can help build self-
esteem. Research shows that these positive feelings can lower stress and even improve pupil’s exam results.

Finally, in my view, the world’s best thinkers are the people with the widest knowledge. In the future we will
need creative people who can make links across many subject areas to come up with new ideas.
Computers cannot do this as well as humans can, but to be able to make new links we need a wide
foundation. In conclusion, school is the place to get the broad subject knowledge to build our future.”

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If students abandon difficult subjects early, they may miss out on critical educational opportunities that contribute to their intellectual and personal development. They could limit their future career options and miss the chance to develop key life skills such as resilience and problem-solving. Additionally, they might not develop a well-rounded knowledge base, which is essential for creativity and critical thinking .

One of the drawbacks is that children may not fully understand the consequences of dropping certain subjects, which can limit their future career options if they haven't acquired the necessary skills or knowledge. They may also miss out on important life lessons such as perseverance and overcoming challenges, which are developed by engaging with a broad curriculum .

Overcoming difficulties in subjects perceived as uninteresting plays a critical role in personal development by teaching perseverance and resilience. This process helps students develop problem-solving skills and the ability to tackle challenges, which are valuable life lessons that contribute to a well-rounded personal growth and character building .

Engaging with a wide variety of subjects helps in developing creative and broad-thinking individuals as it provides a broad foundation of knowledge. This foundational breadth is essential for making connections across different fields, which computers are less capable of achieving. Such interdisciplinary skills are important for creativity and innovation .

Subjects like art, music, and sports enhance academic performance by promoting emotional well-being and reducing stress, which can lead to better concentration and productivity in traditional academic subjects. They also encourage creative thinking and problem-solving skills, contributing to a more positive and supportive learning environment .

Encouraging children to pursue only the subjects they find interesting might have negative effects on their well-being and creativity by depriving them of experiences that cultivate self-esteem and creativity. Subjects like art, music, drama, and sports are vital for emotional development and reducing stress, which in turn enhances overall well-being and academic performance .

This notion suggests that curriculum design should prioritize breadth over early specialization to foster creativity and innovation. If educational systems value wide knowledge, they might ensure that students are exposed to a diverse range of subjects, promoting a more holistic intellectual foundation that helps produce more versatile and innovative thinkers .

The document argues against early subject specialization by pointing out that students may lack the maturity to understand the long-term implications of their choices, thus potentially limiting their career options. It also emphasizes the importance of working through difficulties and maintaining a broad knowledge base, which is critical for creativity and innovation, thus opposing narrow specialization .

Retaining a broad curriculum can be beneficial as it prepares students to become versatile thinkers who can adapt to diverse challenges and come up with innovative solutions. As future societal needs will likely require creative individuals who can draw upon knowledge from multiple disciplines, a broad educational background can equip them with the tools needed to address such complex issues effectively .

Some educational systems suggest that allowing children to choose their subjects from a young age helps them to focus on areas they are passionate about and are more likely to pursue as careers. It acknowledges the individual strengths and preferences of students, potentially leading to greater engagement and motivation in their studies.

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