I.

Advantages-Disadvantages
Intro Lead-in Nowadays, there are a lot of [object of the topic
sentence e.g computers, private cars…]
In today’s world/In today’s life, … is becoming
more and more popular
… has become an essential part in our
everyday life
There have been a lot of talks about…
… is among the most popular topics in
everyday talk
… plays an important role in our life.
Thesis It may seem that [N/V-ing] brings only
statement benefits, but further consideration shows that
it also has disadvantages.
No-one can deny the benefits of [N/V-ing] but
it also causes many problems to people/in the
real life.
Even though [N/V-ing] affects [something] in a
very positive way, its negative side should not
be forgotten.
It is undeniable to say that [N/V-ing] has
resulted in both positive and negative effects
which must be addressed accordingly.
Some people argue that [N/V-ing] has a
fundamentally beneficial influence on our
lives, while many others contend that it has a
detrimental effect as well.
Advantages Opening On the one hand, [N/V-ing] can bring about
sentence many advantages.
Adv 1 A convincing argument can be made about
/ -ing] is that it menh e -V]
[N/V-ing] allows/enables [whom] to V
[N/V-ing] provides/offer/gives [whom]
opportunities to V
[N/V-ing] improves/
enhances/facilitates/helps/simplifies V-ing/N
 N/V-ing has its advantages/is of great benefits,
such as…
Adv 2 At the same time, besides, moreover,
furthermore…
(Similar to Adv 1)
Ending All these advantages combine to make a strong
case for [V-ing]
Disadvantages Opening On the other hand, we cannot deny the
negative effects in this case.
Nevertheless/However, [N/V-ing] also present
many disadvantages
However, there are also disadvantages
involved in [N/V-ing]
Disad 1 The main drawback is that S-V
(Not) N/V-ing is a serious
handicap/disadvantage
ome people find it (difficult/a nuisance/…) to
V
Disad 2 Another drawback is that S-V
Conclusion In conclusion/To sum up/Overall, I would
agree that [N/V-ing] does come with adverse
effects, but benefits created by it far outweigh
the disadvantages.
- Advantage = strength, strong point, benefit, opportunity, chance, gain …
- Disadvantage: drawback, shortcoming, weakness, minus point, handicap,
problem...
 II. To what extent do you agree/disagree [partly agree/disagree]

Introduction Lead-in See I.

sentence
Thesis ome people agree/say that … while others
statement claim/believe that [S-V]
Some people strongly agree/strongly
disagree/are strongly against [N/V-ing].
However, [the other side of the argument –
N/V-ing] also has some justification.
It is controversial whether [S-V] or [S-V]
It is argued that [S-V]. However/Personally, …
Sentence 3 This essay will take a closer look at the issue.
Paragraph 1 Opening First of all/To begin with, [rephrase one
sentence viewpoint]
In one group are those who believe/feel that
[S-V]
Paragraph 2 Opening In the other group are those who feel/believe
sentence that [S-V]
Conclusion In conclusion/To sum up,
Note: See I. for more expressions of advantages and disadvantages

Discussing other people’s opinions

- It is argued by some people that

- Yet others believe that
- Many people think that
- A commonly held belief is that
- Some people feel that
 III. Agree/disagree [100% agree or disagree]

Intro Lead-in See I.

sentence
Thesis ome people agree/say that … while others
claim/believe that [S-V]
Some people strongly agree/strongly
disagree/are strongly against [N/V-ing].
However, [the other side of the argument –
N/V-ing] also has some justification.
It is controversial whether [S-V] or [S-V]
It is argued that [S-V]. However, …
State ersonally, I totally agree with the former cai
viewpoint viet tr c]/latter cai viet sau] viewpoint.
From a personal viewpoint/In my own opnion,
I have to totally disagree with [one point]
Body This part can be similar to that of an Adv-Disad
essay
Conclusion For the reasons mentioned above, I am
strongly opposed to the idea of [N/V-ing].
Instead, S-V
- Arguable: debatable, controversial, questionable,
- Clear: understandable, obvious, cannot be denied, must admit,

Bonus

To take examples:

- For example
- For instance
- A very good example here is
- A case in point is
- Take… for example. It/they
 IV. Problem-Solution

Problems Opening First/First of all, such problems as [N/V-ing]

sentence + might present challenges to [whom]
present
problem 1

Problem 2 The problem of [N/V-ing] is also significant.

There are also problems of [N/V-ing] to deal
with.
Solutions Opening The problem of [N/V-ing]can be reduced by
sentence using several strategies.
There are several things that can be done about
these problems.
Solution 1 First of all, S need to [V]
To cope with this problem, S should V
The problem/obstacle can be minimized by [V-
ing]
The best strategy for minimizing [what] is to [V]
… -ing) may overcome many of these problems
One way of solving the problem/ would be to [V]
Solution 2 Another approach is that [S-V]
…
Vocabulary

- Problem: obstacle, barrier, difficulty, trouble, unfavorable situation

- Face: meet with, face up with, encounter, confront
- Solution: key, answer, way-out
- Solve: minimize, find an answer to, find a solution to, handle, address
(only goes with problem), cope with, overcome

Results to the solutions

- As a result/Consequently
- This would enable/help them to
- Is would lead to
- This means that they would
- By doing this.