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AbeViet English IELTS Essay
AbeViet English IELTS Essay
Now, cross (X) the reasons for NOT learning a language in a foreign country.
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writing practice
Take 40 minutes to complete this task.
Make a plan, and write your essay.
Q. The best way to learn a foreign language is by studying in a foreign country.
Do you agree?
ASK A TEACHER TO CORRECT YOUR WRITING. COMPARE WITH SAMPLE IN THE BACK OF THE BOOK.
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review
language learning
checklist
Did you read the essay question carefully?
Did you make a plan, and follow it?
Did you write a clear POSITION statement?
Did you have clear paragraphs?
Did you use LISTING conjunctions?
COMPARE your essay with the sample answer at the back of the book. Can you
see any differences between the two? Can you see any mistakes you have
made? Note the mistakes, and think about exercises that might help you to
correct your mistakes? IF you have difficulty checking your writing, you might like
to ask a teacher to help!
summary
This chapter looked at how to answer the essay question. The student always
has choices, and must decide on a clear position. The beginning or introduction
of any essay should contain a clear POSITION statement. When planning your
answer, choose your arguments carefully, and then use CONJUNCTIONS to
sequence your arguments logically and effectively. This chapter introduced
vocabulary on the topic of Language Learning.
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sample essay questions
It has been said that education is the cause of
social inequality of the difference between the
haves and the have-nots. To what extent do
you agree with this statement?
There is some debate as to whether schooling
should be a preparation for life or work. What
should be the priorities of the education system,
and why?
Boys and girls would seem to perform better
when they are in separate classes. If this is the
case, shouldnt schools be single-sex, rather than
co-educational? Give your opinion.
It is easy to learn a foreign language, like
English. Do you agree with this statement? Give
reasons to support your point of view.
Illiteracy is one of the main problems for school
systems in many countries. Nearly a quarter of
all students experience difficulties with reading
and writing. What are the possible causes, effects
and solutions for this problem?
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ANSWERS
topic 1 : language learning
1.1
1. e
2. b
3. d
4. c
5. a.
6. g
7. f
8. l
9. j
10. k
11. h
12. i
1.2
1. goal
2. functional
proficiency
3. depends
4. context
5. memorise
6. comparatively
7. method
8. recommends
9. interaction
10. advantage,
11. distinction
12. effectively
1.3
1. studied/ious
2. study
3. studiously
4. learning
5. learn
6. copied
7. copying
8. understood
9. understanding
10.understandably
11.memorised
12. memorise
13. memorably
14. enjoyment
15. enjoy
16. enjoyably
17. repetition
18. repeat
19.repeatedly
20. acquisitive
21. acquire
22. acquisitively
23. instructive
24. instruction
25. instructively
26. taught
27. teaching
28. methodical
29. method
30. function
31. function
32.functionally
33.dependent
34.dependent
35.depend
36.interactive
37.interact
38.interactively
39.recommended
40.recommend
41.context
42.contextualise
43.advantageous
44.advance
45.advantageously
46.seriousness
47.seriously
48.textual
49.text
50.proficient
51.proficiently
52. conversation
53. converse
54. spoken
55. speak
56. necessity
57. necessitate
58. necessarily
1.4
1.T
2.T
3.F
4.F
5.F
6.T
7.F
8.F
9.F
10.T
11.T
12.F
1.5
1.and
2.because
3.but
4.because
5.and
6.but
7.but
8.but
9.Because
10.and
11When
12.Although
13.so
14.so
15.When
16.although
17.when
18.when
19.When
20.Although
1.6
1.d
2.a
3.b
4.c
5.h
6.e
7.j
8.f
9.i
10.g
11.p
12.k
13.l
14.t
15.m
16.n17.o
18.q
19.r
20.s
21.u
22.x
23.w
24.w
25.z
26.B
27.y
28.D
29.A
30.C
1.7
(1) Firstly
(2) also
(3) but/whereas
(4) In addition
(5) Therefore/As
such
(6) Another
(7) so
(8) Another
(9) Finally/
In conclusion
(10) also
(11) By contrast/
However
(12)but
1.8
1.A/D
2.E
3.A
4.A/D
5.E
6.E
7.D
8.A/D
9.A/D
10.E
11.A/D
12.E
1.9 b) Credit cards are risky. / Credit cards are not risky. / Credit cards might involve some
risk, but they are generally quite safe.
c) Too much hard work is boring. / Hard work isnt boring. / Hard work can be boring.
d) The environment should be protected. / The environment shouldnt be protected. / The
environment should be protected, though some areas should not be protected.
e) Advertising is visual pollution. / Advertising is not visual pollution. / Some advertising is visual
pollution.
f) Fair trade between rich and poor countries is impossible. / Fair trade between rich and poor
countries is possible. / Fair trade between rich and poor countries is possible within certain
limits.
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g) Married couples should share household duties. / Household duties should not be shared by
married couples. / Some household duties should be shared by married couples, but not all.
h) Modern technology makes a great nation. / Modern technology does not make a great
nation. / Modern technology does not make a great nation, but it helps.
1.10 a)!, b)X, c)!, d)X, e)!, f)X, g)X, h)!, i)!, j)!, k)!, l)X, m)X, n)!/X, o)X, p)!, q)X, r)!, s)X, t)X,
u)X, v)X, w)!, x)!, y)X, z)!/X
Sample Answer - STUDYING A FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Studying in a foreign country is a good way to learn a foreign language, but there are other
ways of learning.
First of all, studying in a foreign country is a good way to learn a foreign language, because
you can practise speaking everyday. You must communicate to get everything you need, like
food and dink. In addition, you can meet local people, and learn how to speak like them. You
can also learn everyday expressions that may not be in textbooks. Additionally, you can learn
more about the culture, because you are learning and speaking the language in the country.
However, there are other ways to learn a foreign language, and the way you learn, probably
depends on your purpose. For example, if you want to read a lot in that language, you can
build your vocabulary by reading more books. You can go to websites on the Internet that have
information in the foreign language, and read and do exercises.
Another way to learn a foreign language is in the classroom, with the help of a teacher. Some
students want a teacher to correct their mistakes, and teach them the grammar of the
language. Perhaps, they prefer a more analytical approach. They might also be a bit shy, so
they can build their confidence in the classroom setting.
In conclusion, there are advantages in learning a foreign language in the country, but this is not
the only way to learn. Much depends on your purpose in the first place. Classrooms can be a
good place to start, but learning a language in situ is beneficial..
About the e-book
Thi s book i s desi gned to hel p prepare
students for Task 2, the Essay wri ti ng
component of the IELTS exami nati on.
In parti cul ar, the book:
i ntroduces the essay and
three types of question / response
expl ai ns the purpose,
stagi ng and l anguage features
bui l ds vocabul ary
on key academi c topi cs
provi des practi cal exerci ses
i n readi ng comprehensi on
devel ops knowl edge of grammar
for persuasi ve wri ti ng
devel ops strategi es for wri ti ng
short exam essays, esp. for IELTS.
The Author
Robert Lewis is an EAP specialist and IELTS Examiner, with over 20 years experience
teaching English to students from many countries throughout the world,
across primary and secondary schools as well as universities.
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