OMEWORK 1:
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Exercise 1: Advertising influences people to buy things, such as clothes and
shoes. What are the problems caused by that? What solutions should be
given?
I n recent years, advertising plays an important role in shaping consumer
behaviour, especially in persuading people to purchase fashion items such as
clothing and footwear. This essay will first outline the consequences of
advertisements before proposing some viable solutions to address these issues.
heriseinadvertisingcanexertseveralfar-reachingnegativeeffects.Oneof
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them is that it can encourage impulsive buying by employing psychological
techniques to instill the the creation of fear of missing out (FOMO) feelings by
employing physical technique. These strategies put people into impulsive buying
without thoroughly considering their actual needs. As aresult,individualstendto
purchase more than necessary necessity, leading to excessive consumption and
worsening waste accumulation. Another detrimental effect worth mentioning is
that advertisements may exaggerate features of their products and manipulate
peopletopurchaselow-qualityitems,whichcanjeopardize/harmnegativelyaffect
consumers’ health and or cause emotional dissatisfaction. For instance, young
generations are crazy about a trendyfashionbrandcalledShein,whichfrequently
use recently. They frequently use eye-catching images andadvertisementsabout
theirclothesandshoes,andevenworsesponsorsomecelebrities,whosepopularity
significantly influences adolescents,toadvertisetheirproducts.However,manyof
thosearemadefromcheapmaterialsinsteadofadvertisedpremiumfabricsthatdo
not last long. As a result, customers may feel disappointed with the quality and
regretwasting/splurging spendingmoney on itemsthey rarely use.
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To address these problems, practical measures should be taken. Firstly,
education programs play a vital role in promoting awareness and understanding
about marketing principles for citizens. By accumulating enough knowledge,
consumers can validate/verify the accuracy of information on advertisements
beforemakinganypurchasingdecisions,therebysoastoavoidingbeingmisled.In
parallelwiththis,thegovernmentshouldenforcestricterregulationsondishonest
advertisements. For instance, this is exemplified authorities can exemplify by
putting heavy fines on companiesthatwhichexaggerateproductbenefits,banning
f alseclaims,andconsideringimprisonmentfordeceptiveadvertiserswhoreoffend
many times who are illegally sellselling. These strong deterrents can incentivize
companies to prioritize truthfulness in their marketing strategies and better
protect customers from manipulation.-> Good
I n conclusion,excessiveadvertisingcanleadtoimpulsivepurchasingFOMO
feelings and consumption of low-quality products. However, by promoting
educational programs and strictly controlling regulations, we can mitigate these
negative/detrimentaleffects.
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Sample:
I n recent years, advertising has played a significant role in shaping consumer behavior,
particularly in the fashion industry, where clothes and shoes are heavily promoted. This
essay will first outline the consequences of advertisements before proposing some
viable solutions to address these issues.
he rise in advertising can exert several far-reaching effects. One of them is that it can
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encourage the consumption of low-quality products. Many advertisements often
exaggerate the features of items, potentially persuading consumers to purchase goods
that are overpriced or poorly made. When these products fail to meet expectations,
buyers may feel frustrated and regretful for wasting money on such items. Additionally,
fashion and lifestyle advertising often trigger a feeling of missing out and promote the
idea of chasing the latest trends. These tactics may lead to customers’ excessive buying
and foster a throwaway culture, where clothes and shoes are quickly discarded. Over
time, this trend can contribute to worsening waste accumulation and natural resources
depletion.
o address these problems, practical measures should be taken. First,
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consumer-targeted educational programs are essential to help them develop better
purchasing awareness and critical thinking. With greater awareness, people can
alidate the accuracy of information in advertisements and understand principles of
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marketing, reducing their risk of being deceived by misleading marketing strategies. In
parallel with this, governments should enforce stricter laws to stop dishonest
advertising. This could be exemplified by banning false claims, imposing heavy fines on
companies that break the rules, and even considering imprisonment for those who
intentionally deceive the public. Not only would such strict actions discourage those
who promote deceptive advertising, but they would also help create a more honest and
responsible marketplace.
I n conclusion,advertisingcan lead to the consumptionof substandard items
and environmental degradation. However, by raising consumers’ purchasing
awareness and enforcing more rigorous laws on dishonest advertising, we can
reduce/mitigate these negative effects.
OMEWORK 2:
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Looking first at
Turning to
Concerning… -> Topic đảo ngữ
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal
skills, such as cooperative skills. What are the causes, and what are possible
solutions
I n recent years, many employers have expressed concern that new
employees often lack essential interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to
collaborate effectively with others. This essay will first outline the underlying
causes of this phenomenon before proposing several measures to enhance
employees’ social skills.-> Smooth, Nice
mployees’deficiencyinsocialskillscanbelargelyattributedtotwoprimary
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factors. One of these is that higher education in some countries is often
over-theoretical and test-oriented. As a result, pupils concentrate more on
academic outcomes learningbyheartratherthanonpromotingpromotepractical
orinterpersonalskills.ThiscanbeseeninVietnam,wherecollegestudentsmaybe
required or pressured to ace tests, whereas developing social skills seems to be
overlooked unnecessary. In parallel with this, technological advancements
increases the overuse of digital technology among of young people/individuals
adolescents. This problem can result in relying on texting and online chatting
instead of face-to-face communication, reducing the ability to express feelingsin
person,communication,andalack ofbasic group-workingskills.
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irst, second, third,finally->vănacademic->bàinghiêncứukhoahọc/bàiluận
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First, second, third, finally -> văn báo chí -> mechanical -> First, Moreover,
Furthermore, in addition, in parallel with this/ In tandem with this, ….
o address these problems, the following steps should be taken. First,
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educational institutions should shift their teaching philosophy toward fostering
well-roundedfutureworkerswhonotonlypossessvalidprofessionalexpertisebut
alsoadiversesocialskillset.Thisobjectivecanbeachievedthroughamoreholistic
assessment with test marks and extracurricular credits. In tandem with this
Second, companies can offer training programs and workshops that focus on
team-building and workplace communication so as to equip employees with
necessary relationship-building skills, thereby creating a supportive working
environment. Additionally, tenhance supportive working environments where
employees are encouraged to work together. Regarding employees themselves,
t oavoidfullyimmersinginthevirtualworldandlosingtheirsocialskills,they
should adopt a digital detox, a method that keeps them away from devices
and enables them to spend time on other social skill-developing activities.
Such approaches can go a long way towardspromotinginterpersonalskills
among new employees (mini-conclusion).
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I nconclusion,thelackofinterpersonalskillsamongnewemployeesismainly
causedbyover-theoreticalstudyprograms/curriculumandonlinecommunication
drawbacks. However, by promoting educational programs, and organizing some
bonding activities, andadoptingdigitaldetox,wecanmitigatethisshortcomingin
the workforce.
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OMEWORK 3:More and more people want to buy famousbrands of
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clothes, cars, and other items. Why is it? Do you think it is a positive or
negative development (Opinion)?
Reasons (idea) -> purchasing branded items ->
Purchasing branded items -> ….. -> drawbacks
eason 1: advertising -> companies invest large money on advertising -> create
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persuasive marketing -> manipulate consumers -> buy famous brands
Reason 2: social media -> fear of missing out (FOMO)->impulsivebuying->ex:
teenagers crime
egative 1: excessive purchasing -> waste accumulation -> wasting money/
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negative effect to environment.
Negative2:feelfrustratedorregretfulafterspendingalotofmoneytobuyitems
from famous brands
I nrecentyears,consumersareinclinedlookinguptobrandedproductssuch
asclothing,cars,andotheritems.Thisessaywillfirstoutlinetheunderlyingcauses
of this phenomenon before concluding that it is a net negative trend.
he growingtrendofbuyingbrandeditemscanbelargelyattributedtotwo
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factors. One of them is that advertising directly influences consumer psychology.
Well-known companies invest an enormous amount of money in creating
persuasive marketing strategies that associate their products with attractiveness.
These advertisements often manipulate emotions, making consumers believe that
purchasing a luxury item can enhancetheirsocialstatusandpersonalimage.Asa
result,peoplearemorelikelytopreferbrandeditemsovernormalones,evenwhen
the quality is the same. In parallel with this, the impact of social media, such as
InstagramorTikTok,oftenshowcasescelebritiesandinfluencerspromotingluxury
products, which evokes a strong sense of fear of missing out (FOMO) among
consumers. As a result, people mayengageinimpulsivebuyingtofeelincludedor
accepted by their peers/ achieve a sense of belonging.
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Purchasing branded items -> benefit for the environment
I consider this trend largely negative. First, it encourages excessive
purchasing,whichcanresultinwasteaccumulationandunnecessarystrainonthe
environment. Many branded goods are discarded quickly as trends change,
contributing to pollution and unsustainable consumption. In addition Secondly,
individualsmayfeelregretoremotionaldissatisfactionafterspendingasignificant
amount of money on items that do not deliver the promised value or quality. In
some cases, people go into debt simply to follow this trend. Primarily, as young
people are often impressionable and lack hands-on financial literacy, they can
easily fall prey to impulsivepurchasingofcostlylabelleditems,exposingthemto
financial struggles appear fashionable. Even worse, For instance, some reports
have shown that adolescents Pressured by peers and social trends, some ofthem
may commit theft in order to own luxury fashion items that they cannot afford.
This not only reflects a distorted set of values but also raises concerns aboutthe
social and psychological consequences of such consumer trends.
I n conclusion, the growing desire to buy famous brands largely stemsfrom
advertisements and social media. Although it may benefit big companies
economically, I strongly believe that it is a negative development as it promotes
impulsive spending, social pressure, and environmentalharm.
Word count: Nên đọc báo gốc - tiếp xúc vấn đề first-world countries - The
Guardian - Opinions.
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Sample:
In today’s world, the desire to purchase prominent, branded items, such as
clothes and cars, is becoming increasingly common among people. My
essay will first outline the underlying reasons behind this trend before
concluding that it is a net positive trend.
he growing trend of buying branded items can be largely attributed to two
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factors. One of these can be associated with materialism, which has
seeped into today’s generation through social media. Excessively exposed
to idealized content on social media platforms, such as Instagram and
TikTok, many young individuals may be misled about the benchmark of
success, considering those who showcase high-end products as role
models. This distorted perception may thereby prompt them to purchase
branded items as a way to gain a sense of “achievement”. Nonetheless, not
all motivations for this behavior are harmful. One favorable reason is the
heightened consciousness of contemporary customers about the
relationship between low-quality goods and environmental degradation.
This awareness has allowed them, for example, to avoid fast-fashion items
and opt for sustainable premium brands like The 31, which offer durable
and eco-friendly products.
lthough this trend brings several drawbacks, these are outweighed by the
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benefits this trend offers, making it an overall favorable trend. Admittedly,
this tendency can pose a threat to young people’s financial well-being. As
young people are often impressionable and lack hands-on financial literacy,
they can easily fall prey to impulsive purchasing of costly labelled items,
exposing them to financial struggles. However, this issue can easily be
mitigated through educational programs. On the positive side, this trend
can benefit the environment in the long term, as branded items often offer
greater durability and a longer life cycle. Shifting toward labelled
merchandise can contribute to reduced trash accumulation, which is
usually triggered by low-quality items. Such a long-term environmental
benefit arguably surpasses the aforementioned drawback.
In conclusion, the growing purchasing of brand-name items islargelydue
to materialism and increased environmental awareness. Notwithstanding a
financial threat to young people, this trend yields a long-term benefit to the
environment, making it a net positive.