WRITING TASK 2 FORMAT

Argumentative/Opinion/Agree or Disagree Essay (Opinion essay)

Discussion Essay
Advantages and Disadvantages Essay
Causes and Effects/Causes and Solutions/Problems and Solutions Essay
Two-Part Question Essay
1. Argumentative/Opinion/Agree or Disagree Essay (Opinion essay):
To what extent do you agree?
What is your opinion?
INTRODUCTION(2):
Hook Idea (Background information): (Paraphrase)
+ It is argued that.......
+ It is true that many people prefer to. while nobody can deny............
+ It goes without saying that....(N/Ving)...is one of the most important issues facing us
today.
Thesis statement:
+ Personally, I completely agree with this view (clarify the view)
+ I somewhat agree/disagree with this viewpoint because while... (S +V).... (body 1), .... (S+V)
(body 2)..
I partly agree..
BODY 1: Statement - Explain - Example Consequence
On the one hand, (S+V)...... for a combination of reasons.
-One reason is that... (S+V)........./ First and foremost, ... (S+V)......... One way of explaining
this is that...... To illustrate,/For instance,./For example,/ One such example of this is that...
(S+V)...........
- Another compelling reason is that.....(S+V).......... To illustrate,/For instance,./For
example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that... (S+V).........
BODY 2: Statement - Explain - Example - Consequence
On the other hand, I believe that ...(S+V)...... Apart from the practical benefits/disadvantages
expressed above, I believe that... (S+V)...........
- The primary reason is that,../ Firstly,.... (S+V).......... To illustrate,/For instance,./For
example,/One way
of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that... (S+V)..........
-Furthermore/In addition,/Additionally./Secondly...(S+V)...... To illustrate,/For instance,./For
example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that... (S+V)........
CONCLUSION:
To summarise,/In conclusion,/In brief,/ All in all, it seems to me that... (S+V).....
+ In conclusion, for the reasons I have mentioned above, I strongly believe that.... (S+V)......
(Add your Opinion/Comment) personal comments
Although both views certainly have some validity, it seems to me that it is better to............
II. Discussion Essay (Discussing both views and giving your opinion):
INTRODUCTION (2):
- Hook Idea:
(Paraphrase the topic)
(N/V-ing)...is a hotly debated topic that often divides opinion.
+ While there are advantages to.. (Phrase 1).., there are also good reasons why it might be
beneficial to (Phrase 2)........
+ Many people believe that...(S+V)...... whereas others would assume that ... (S+V)......
+ A school of thought holds that...(S+V).... while the alternative stance asserts that...
(S+V)......
- Thesis statement:
+ The purpose of this essay is to discuss both sides of this contentious argument and then
expla in why I agree with the latter/former view.
+ The following essay takes a look at both sides of the argument and states my agreement
toward (the latter/former view).
BODY 1:
On the one hand, the option to.... (N/V-ing)...... is attractive for several reasons/is beneficial
in some ways./On the one hand, I believe that.....(S+V)...... because of some undeniable
advantages.
- First and foremost, (S+V)/First of all, it is worth considering that. (S+V).... To illustrate./For
instance,/For example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is
that... (S+V)
- Another compelling reason is that...(S+V)/Another point worth nating is... (N/V-ing).../
Another factor to consider is...(N/V-ing)...... To illustrate/For instance, /For example,/One
way of explaining this is that.../One such example of this is that...(S+V)...........

BODY 2:
On the other hand, I advocate those who believe that ... (S+V)... is disadvantageous to some
extent. / the trend of....../ the option to
- The primary reason is that,../ Firstly.... (S+V). To illustrate/For instance, /For example,/One
way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that...(S+V)......
-Furthermore/In addition/Additionally/Secondly... To illustrate,/For instance, /For
example/One way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that...(S+V)......
CONCLUSION:
In conclusion,/In brief/ All in all,
Although both views certainly have some validity, it seems to me that it is better to.. since
the disadvantages outweigh the advantages.
III. Advantages and Disadvantages Essay/Positive or Negative
INTRODUCTION:
- Hook Idea:
(Paraphrase the topic)
+ It is a fact that (S+V)......
+ It is true that these days........(S+V)...
- Thesis statement:
+ This essay will analyze why I believe that the inconveniences/conveniences of this trend
are outweighed by its merits/defects.
+ Despite some obvious disadvantages of this trend, I would argue that these are
outweighed by the advantages/disadvantages.
BODY 1: (viết theo phía mình không đồng tình)
On the one hand.....(N/V-ing)... brings a host of drawbacks/benefits/there are two major
drawbacks/benefits when...... (S+V)...
- First and foremost, ... (S+V). /First of all, it is worth considering that.......(S+V).... To
illustrate/For instance,./For example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such
example of this is that... (S+V).
- Another compelling reason is that......(S+V)/ Another point worth noting is...(N/V-ing).../
Another factor to consider is... (N/V-ing)........ To illustrate,/For instance,./For example,/One
way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that...(S+V).........

BODY 2: (viết theo phía mình đồng tình)

On the other hand, I believe that the benefits/drawbacks are more significant than such
disadvantages/advantages.........
- The primary reason is that,../ Firstly.....(S+V).......... To illustrate,/For instance,./For
example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that...(S+V)......
- Furthermore,/In addition/Additionally./ Secondly.. To illustrate,/For instance,/For
example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that....(S+V).....
CONCLUSION:
In conclusion,/In brief,/ All in all,
I believe that the disadvantages/advantages associated with.. (Summary Body 1) are
eclipsed by various advantages/disadvantages related to ...... (Summary Body 2)..
Weighing up both sides of the argument,/Taking everything into consideration, I believe
that ..(S+V)...... since/as/because the advantages of outweigh the disadvantages.......
While..(Summary Body 1)..., it is undoubtedly to say that.. (Summary Body 2).... As long as
the mentioned drawbacks are improvised with....N/V-ing. would be the most beneficial......
IV. Causes and Effects/Causes and Solutions/Problems and Solutions Essay
* Causes and Effects
INTRODUCTION:
- Hook Idea:
(Paraphrase the topic)
+ It is a fact that ....(S+V).....
+ It is true that these days........(S+V)...
- Thesis statement:
+ The purpose of this essay is to analyze some of the main reasons / problems and then
suggest certain effects that may result from the issue.
BODY 1: (Causes)
...(N/V-ing)...... can be explained by a combination of reasons.
- First and foremost, ... (S+V)......../First of all, it is worth considering that..........(S+V).... To
illustrate,/For instance,./For example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such
example of this is that...(S+V)..........
- Another compelling reason is that...... (S+V)........./ Another point worth noting is... (N/V-
ing).../ Another factor to consider is... (N/V-ing)........ To illustrate,/For instance,./For
example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that...
(S+V)...........
BODY 2: (Effects)
The possible effects of this problem include ...N/V-ing.
- Firstly,... (S+V)... To illustrate,/For instance,./For example,/One way of explaining this is
that.../ One such example of this is that...(S+V)..........
- Furthermore,/In addition,/Additionally,/ Secondly, To illustrate,/For instance,./For
example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that... (S+V).
CONCLUSION:
In conclusion,/In brief,/ All in all, this essay has highlighted/examined the main causes and
effect of.....(N/V-ing)...... (Give some of your thoughts on this: solution, personal opinions)
* Causes and Solutions
INTRODUCTION:
- Hook Idea:
(Paraphrase the topic)
+ It is a fact that ..(S+V).....
+ It is true that these days........(S+V)...
- Thesis statement:
+ This essay will analyze some of the main reasons and then suggest possible solutions to...
+ There are a number of reasons behind this phenomenon/tendency/trend/view and
several solutions should be adopted to improve the situation.
BODY 1: (Causes/Reasons)
....(N/V-ing)...... can be explained by a combination of reasons. / There are two primary
reasons why ...(S+V).....
- First and foremost, ... (S+V)....../First of all, it is worth considering that.......(S+V).... To
illustrate,/For instance,./For example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such
example of this is that...(S+V)..........
- Another compelling reason is that.....(S+V)....../ Another point worth noting is...(N/V-ing).../
Another factor to consider is... (N/V-ing........ To illustrate,/For instance,./For example,/One
way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that...(S+V).........
BODY 2: (Solutions)
The possible solutions of this problem include ...N/V-ing. into consideration to deal with the
problem. / Some measures should be taken
- An effective way is that ... (S+V)...... /Firstly.... (S+V).. To illustrate,/For instance,./For
example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such example of this is that...
(S+V)..........
- Another possible method is that.../Furthermore,/In addition,/Additionally,/Secondly,. To
illustrate,/For instance, /For example,/One way of explaining this is that... / One such
example of this is that...(S+V)..........
CONCLUSION:
In conclusion,/In brief,/ All in all,
It is clear that there are various reasons for...........and steps need to be taken to tackle this
problem.
..(Summary Body 1)........ are to blame for.... (the topic)......./ problems associated with
(Summary Body 1)..... can be seen when...... (the topic)..... However, some solutions such as
...(Summary Body 2).... are efficient and should be taken into account.
* Problems and Solutions
INTRODUCTION:
- Hook Idea:
(Paraphrase the topic)
+ It is a fact that ........ (S+V)......
+ It is true that these days.......(S+V)...
- Thesis statement:
+ This essay will analyze some of the main problems and then suggest possible solutions
to............
+ Several problems have resulted from this phenomenon/tendency and they should be
tackled by a number of effective solutions as mentioned below.
BODY 1: (Problems)
As..................... several related problems can be anticipated.
- First and foremost, (S+V)/The main issue is that. (5+V)....
Hence/Accordingly/Therefore, (S+V)...
- Another problem is that....(S+V)/ Another point worth noting is...(N/V-ing).../ Another
factor to consider is...(N/V-ing)...... To illustrate,/For instance../For example,/One way of
explaining this is that... /One such example of this is that...(S+V)...........
BODY 2: (Solutions)
The possible solutions to this problem include ...N/V-ing. into consideration to deal with the
problem. / Some measures should be taken
- An effective way is that... (S+V)/Firstly,...(S+V). To illustrate,/For instance,./For
example,/One way of explaining this is that.../ One such example of this is that...(S+V)..........
- Another possible method is that.../Furthermore,/In addition,/Additionally./Secondly... To
illustrate/For instance, /For example,/One way of explaining this is that.../ One such
example of this is that... (S+V)
CONCLUSION:
In conclusion/In brief,/ All in all,
There are various negative consequences of. and appropriate steps need to be taken to
tackle these problems. (not only by the government but also by individuals)
The problems associated with.....(Summary Body 1)..... can be seen when..... (the topic)....
However, some solutions such as..(Summary Body 2).... are efficient and should be taken
into account.
V. Two-part question essay:
* CAUSE AND IMPACT:
INTRODUCTION:
In recent years, ... There are a number of reasons for this trend, which is having a significant
impact on both family life and on the community as a whole.
BODY:
There are two important reasons why...
- Firstly..
- Secondly... For example...
However, this tendency could have negative consequences in terms of both family life and
society.
- An important concern for....
- Another negative factor is that....
CONCLUSION:
In conclusion, there are a number of reasons why... As a result, there could be negative
influences on individual families and society at large.

WHAT HAVE CHANGED AND WHETHER THE CHANGE IS POSITIVE OR NOT?:

INTRODUCTION:
It is true that modern life has brought.... There are some important changes that have taken
place, and in my opinion these have been largely positive.
BODY:
...become a thing of the past.
I consider
- Firstly...
- Secondly...
CONCLUSION:
In conclusion, while it may be fashionable to mourn the loss of the traditional family, it is
more realistic to welcome the changes that have taken place as positive, to meet the
challenges of the modern world.
* REASONS AND WHETHER THE ISSUE HAVE PROS OR CONS?
INTRODUCTION
It is true that... Some reasons can be identified, and I would argue that both..and...benefit.
BODY:
There are at least two important reasons why I think....
- Firstly...
Secondly...
Both... and... benefit. (XEM LẠI III)
benefits because...
benefit through...
CONCLUSION:
In conclusion, there are some clear reasons for this ... trend and I believe that everyone
benefits - it can truly be said to be a win-win situation.
[SUGGESTED STRUCTURE]
Câu điều kiện với "if"
• If a young person is promoted to an important position in the government just because he
or she is an offspring of someone important, it is obviously an abuse of power, which is not
good by any means.
(Clause A), which + clause B
OThe most valuable assets of the young are their creativity and energy, which helps
rejuvenate the government.
"when" or "as" or "because"
The ability to update new technology developments is an unchallenged advantage of young
people when technology and innovation have become key growth drivers in today's world.
WHEN EXPRESSING OPINIONS OR GIVING EXAMPLES:
- When it comes to noun/gerund... Khi nói đến + danh từ, động từ thêm -ing
- In terms of noun/gerund...: Về danh từ/ động từ thêm – ing
With respect to noun/gerund.... Đối với + danh từ, động từ thêm - ing
- Not only....but also...... Không những...... mà còn......
- According to experts,.....: Theo như các chuyên gia.......
- Research has found that......: Nghiên cứu đã tìm ra rằng
- There are those who argue that..... Nhiều người cho rằng......
- For instance .... / For example...../such as: ví du..../ vi du..../ như là......
• WHEN EXPRESSING THE RESULTS:
- As a result, ..../As a result of..... Kết quả là.....
...has led to.../...has resulted in ........ đã dẫn đến....
Consequently,..../ Therefore,..... Do đó, .... / Vì vậy,
On-account of .../ Due to..../Owing to....+ N/V-ing: Do....... Bởi vì.......
Because / As/Since +5+V
One reason behind this is....: Lý do đằng sau điều này là.......
• WHEN EXPRESSING THE OPPOSITE SIDE:
Although/ Even though subject + verb,....: Mặc dù + Chủ từ + Động từ......
Despite/ In spite of + noun/gerund,....: Mặc dù/ Bất chấp + Danh tử/ động từ thêm - ing
- Despite the fact that subject + verb,.....: Mặc dù thực tế là + Chủ từ + Động từ......
- On the one hand..... on the other hand....: Một mặt..... mặt khác......
- However, ..../ Nevertheless,..../ Even so....: Tuy nhiên,......Tuy nhiên,...../ Dù sao đi
nữa,......
- As far as I'm concerned, ...... Theo những gì tôi quan tâm,......
- From my point of view,....: Theo quan điểm của tôi.......
- In my opinion, ..... Theo ý kiến của tôi,......
- Personally speaking......: Theo ý kiến cá nhân......
- My own view on the matter is .....: Trên quan điểm cá nhân của tôi thì.......
*GENERALISATION
Smokers will suffer from lung cancer later in life -> STRONG STATEMENTS
(GENERALISATION)
6 WAYS TO AVOID GENERALIZATION:
a. Quantifier words: Many, certain, several...
Many smokers will suffer from lung cancer later in life.
b. Dùng tentative verb: appear, seem, tend
Smokers seem to suffer from lung cancer later in life.
c. Dùng adverb of frequency: sometimes, often, usually (không dùng always)
Smokers often suffer from lung cancer later in life.
d. Dùng modal verb: would, could, may, might,....
- Smokers may suffer from lung cancer later in life.
e. Dùng adverb of probability: possibly, capably, probably,...
- Smokers possibly suffer from lung cancer later in life.
f. Dùng expression: in many cases, in some circumstances, in some instances, the majority
of
- In many cases, smokers will suffer from lung cancer later in life.