WRITING PRACTICE (1)

AGREE – DISAGREE – PARTLY AGREE ESSAY WRITING WORKSHEET

A. STRUCTURE OF INTRODUCTION
1. Introduce about the topic
2. Paraphrase the topic
3. Clearly state your opinion.
B. STRUCTURE OF Body Paragraph 1
4. Give the first reason supporting your opinion
5. Explain and give an example
C. STRUCTURE OF Body Paragraph 2 (Thân bài 2)
6. Give the second reason
7. Explain and give an example
D. STRUCTURE OF Conclusion (Kết luận)
8. Restate your opinion in other words
9. Summarize main points
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A. STRUCTURE OF INTRODUCTION
1. GENERAL STATEMENT
1. In today’s world, ...
2. It is widely believed that ...
3. There has been much debate about whether ...
4. Over the past few decades, ... has become a pressing issue.
5. Many people argue that ... while others believe that ...
6. Recently, the question of whether ... has sparked considerable discussion.
2. PARAPHRASE THE TOPIC
1. The issue of whether … has been a topic of debate for a long time.
2. People have different views about whether …
3. Some people believe that … while others argue that …
4. The question of whether … remains controversial.
5. Some people argue that ... while others oppose this idea.
6. There is a growing belief that ...
7. A common argument in favor of ... is that ...
8. It is often said that ... should/should not ...
9. The idea that ... has gained popularity in recent years.
10. There has been an ongoing debate about whether ...
11. Opinions differ as to whether ... should be encouraged or discouraged.
12. The discussion surrounding ... has drawn increasing attention recently.
3. CLEARLY STATE YOUR OPINION
3.1 AGREE
1. From my point of view, I completely agree that ...
2. I strongly believe that ...
3. I totally support the idea that ...
4. From my point of view, ... is absolutely necessary.
5. There is no doubt that ...
6. Personally, I believe that ...
7. I am firmly convinced that ...
8. I couldn’t agree more with the idea that ...
9. It seems to me that ... is the right thing to do.
10. I completely share the opinion that ...
3.2 DISAGREE (10 sentences)
1. I totally disagree with the idea that ...
2. I strongly oppose the view that ...
3. I do not believe that ...
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 4. From my perspective, ... is not a good idea.
5. I find it hard to accept that ...
6. I completely reject the argument that ...
7. I don’t think it is true that ...
8. Personally, I disagree because ...
9. It seems to me that ... is unreasonable.
10. While some may support this idea, I totally disagree with it.
3.3 PARTLY AGREE (10 sentences)
1. I partly agree with the view that ...
2. To some extent, I agree that ...
3. I agree with this idea to a certain degree.
4. While I accept that ..., I still believe that ...
5. It is true that ..., but we should also consider that ...
6. I agree in part, but not completely.
7. Although I see the benefits of ..., I think ...
8. I agree with some aspects of this idea, but not all.
9. There are both advantages and disadvantages to this view.
10. While this idea has some merit, I believe there are better alternatives.
SAMPLE INTRODUCTION (Topic: School Uniforms)
Some people think students should wear school uniforms. Do you agree or disagree?
AGREE VERSION
1. General Statement:
In today’s world, wearing school uniforms has become a common practice in many educational
systems.
2. Paraphrase the Topic:
The issue of whether students should be required to wear school uniforms has been a topic of
debate for a long time.
3. Clearly State Your Opinion:
From my point of view, I completely agree that students should wear uniforms because it helps
create a sense of equality and discipline among them.
 Full version:
In today’s world, wearing school uniforms has become a common practice in many educational
systems. The issue of whether students should be required to wear school uniforms has been a topic of
debate for a long time. From my point of view, I completely agree that students should wear uniforms
because it helps create a sense of equality and discipline among them.

PARTLY AGREE VERSION

1. General Statement:
In many countries, school uniforms have long been a part of the educational system, symbolizing
unity and discipline among students.
2. Paraphrase the Topic:
The question of whether students should be required to wear school uniforms continues to cause
debate among educators, parents, and learners.
3. Clearly State Your Opinion:
From my point of view, I partly agree with this idea because school uniforms promote equality and
school identity, but they may also limit students’ freedom of expression.
 Full version:
In many countries, school uniforms have long been a part of the educational system, symbolizing unity
and discipline among students. The question of whether students should be required to wear school
uniforms continues to cause debate among educators, parents, and learners. From my point of view, I
partly agree with this idea because school uniforms promote equality and school identity, but they may
also limit students’ freedom of expression.

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EXERCISE 1: PRACTICE TOPICS FOR WRITING THE INTRODUCTION

(AGREE / DISAGREE ESSAYS)

1. Online Learning
➡️Some people think that online learning is as effective as traditional classroom learning. Do you
agree or disagree?
2. Homework
➡️Some people believe that students should not be given homework every day. Do you agree or
disagree?
3. Mobile Phones at School
➡️Students should be allowed to use mobile phones at school. Do you agree or disagree?
4. Social Media and Teenagers
➡️Social media does more harm than good to young people. Do you agree or disagree?
5. Part-time Jobs for Students
➡️High school students should have part-time jobs. Do you agree or disagree?
6. Exams vs. Continuous Assessment
➡️Examinations are not a fair way to judge a student’s ability. Do you agree or disagree?
7. Technology in the Classroom
➡️Teachers should replace textbooks with digital devices in class. Do you agree or disagree?
8. Uniforms in the Workplace
➡️Employees should wear uniforms at work. Do you agree or disagree?
9. Learning a Second Language
➡️Children should start learning a foreign language at primary school. Do you agree or disagree?
10. Travel and Education
➡️Traveling is the best way to gain knowledge about the world. Do you agree or disagree?
11.  Learning from Home
➡️Studying from home is better than studying at school. Do you agree or disagree?
12.  Physical Education
➡️Physical education should be a compulsory subject in schools. Do you agree or disagree?
13.  Art and Music Education
➡️Art and music are as important as science and math. Do you agree or disagree?
14.  Social Media Ban for Children
➡️Children under 13 should not be allowed to use social media. Do you agree or disagree?
15.  Technology and Communication
➡️Modern technology has made people less sociable. Do you agree or disagree?
16.  Public Transport
➡️The government should invest more in public transportation instead of building new roads. Do you
agree or disagree?
17.  School Exams
➡️Exams should be replaced with more practical assessments. Do you agree or disagree?
18.  Working from Home
➡️Working from home is more productive than working in an office. Do you agree or disagree?
19.  Tourism and the Environment
➡️Tourism brings more harm than benefits to the environment. Do you agree or disagree?
20.  Space Exploration
➡️Spending money on space exploration is a waste of resources. Do you agree or disagree?

1. Từ và cụm từ thay thế cho "I think" (Tránh lặp lại quá nhiều I think để bài viết trôi chảy hơn)
 In my opinion,... (Theo ý kiến của tôi,...)

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  I believe that... (Tôi tin rằng...)
 From my perspective,... (Từ quan điểm của tôi,...)
 In my view,... (Theo quan điểm của tôi,...)
 As far as I am concerned,... (Theo như tôi quan tâm,...)
 I am convinced that... (Tôi bị thuyết phục rằng...)
 It seems to me that... (Dường như với tôi rằng...)
 I hold the view that... (Tôi giữ quan điểm rằng...)
🔹 2. Từ thay thế cho "agree" (Đồng ý) (Nên dùng đa dạng từ vựng để tránh lặp lại "agree")
 Support (Ủng hộ)
 Be in favor of (Đồng tình với)
 Advocate (Chủ trương, ủng hộ mạnh mẽ)
 Be on board with (Hoàn toàn đồng tình với)
 Approve of (Tán thành, đồng tình với)
 Concur with (Đồng quan điểm với)
 Stand by the idea that... (Ủng hộ quan điểm rằng...)
Ví dụ: I agree that free education is beneficial.
✔️I am in favor of free education as it benefits society.
🔹 3. Từ thay thế cho "disagree" (Không đồng ý)
 Oppose (Phản đối)
 Be against (Không đồng tình với)
 Reject (Bác bỏ)
 Refute (Bác bỏ bằng lập luận)
 Be skeptical of (Nghi ngờ về)
 Object to (Phản đối với)
 Challenge the idea that... (Thách thức quan điểm rằng...)
Ví dụ: I disagree with the idea that schools should only teach practical skills.
 I strongly oppose the notion that schools should eliminate theoretical knowledge.
4. Cách diễn đạt thay thế "This is important" (Điều này quan trọng)
This is crucial because... (Điều này rất quan trọng vì...)
It is essential to recognize that... (Điều cần thiết là phải nhận ra rằng...)
A key point to consider is... (Một điểm quan trọng cần cân nhắc là...)
This plays a vital role in... (Điều này đóng vai trò quan trọng trong...)
One cannot overlook the significance of... (Không thể bỏ qua tầm quan trọng của...)
Ví dụ:
Education is important for economic growth. -> Education plays a vital role in driving economic growth.
5. Cách thay thế "For example" (Ví dụ)
 For instance,... (Ví dụ như...)
 A case in point is... (Một ví dụ điển hình là...)
 To illustrate this,... (Để minh họa điều này,...)
 A notable example is... (Một ví dụ đáng chú ý là...)
 Take [something] as an example... (Lấy [cái gì đó] làm ví dụ...)
🔹 6. Cách thay thế "Because" (Bởi vì)
 Due to the fact that... (Do thực tế rằng...)
 Owing to... (Do...)
 Given that... (Xét rằng...)
 On account of... (Vì lý do...)
 As a result of... (Kết quả của...)
🔹 7. Cách thay thế "In conclusion" (Kết luận lại)
 To sum up,... (Tóm lại,...)
 In summary,... (Tóm tắt lại,...)
 Taking everything into account,... (Xem xét tất cả mọi thứ,...)
 All things considered,... (Sau khi cân nhắc tất cả mọi thứ,...)
 Ultimately,... (Cuối cùng,...)

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  In conclusion, practical skills are important for students.
 All things considered, practical skills are indispensable for students entering the workforce.
🔹 8. Từ nối để làm bài viết mạch lạc hơn
Thêm thông tin:
 Furthermore,... (Hơn nữa,...)
 Moreover,... (Ngoài ra,...)
 In addition,... (Thêm vào đó,...)
 Not only that, but... (Không chỉ vậy, mà còn...)
Chỉ ra kết quả:
 As a result,... (Kết quả là,...)
 Consequently,... (Do đó,...)
 Therefore,... (Vì vậy,...)
Đưa ra quan điểm đối lập:
 On the other hand,... (Mặt khác,...)
 Nevertheless,... (Tuy nhiên,...)
 Conversely,... (Ngược lại,...)
Diễn đạt cùng ý nhưng mạnh hơn:
Not to mention the fact that... (Chưa kể đến thực tế rằng...)
What is more,... (Hơn thế nữa,...)
Nhấn mạnh ý:
It is worth noting that... (Điều đáng chú ý là...)
Indeed,... (Thật vậy,...)
Tóm tắt ý vừa nói:
To put it simply,... (Nói một cách đơn giản,...)
In other words,... (Nói cách khác,...)