Personal Assignment 3

Week 7

2502016563 - Rizkian Akbar Juniansyah

Requirements

1. Language: All answer must be in English

2. Forms: Essay

3. Coverage: Session 10-11

4. Number of assignments: 2 sections (Reading, Writing), 3 numbers, 100 points (Part

A=30; B=70)

5. Notes:

a. The file should be saved in a Word format

b. Type the answers only based on each section case (Youtube link/ essay/ multiple
choice only)

c. Some speaking/ writing assignment places the highest score in the assignment.
Please be well informed.

d. Special notes for the speaking assignment. You have to make sure that your
YouTube link is an open source (do not set as the protected link and do not delete
it until the course is ended)

e. Special notes for writing assignment. Write it in Times New Roman 12 and 1.5
line spacing and mind the originality of your work, no copy-paste and no
plagiarism.

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 A. Reading (30 Points)

Choose and study one discussion essay among the three provided compositions. Take the
main points and extract the outline of the discussion essay.

Discussion Essay 1

Choosing a career can be a challenging process. It can be difficult to say whether this
decision should be made alone or made with input from loved ones. In my opinion, it is best to
find one’s career independently, with no more than a small amount of advice from family or
friends. Below, I will explain why I feel that we must ultimately face career decisions on our
own.

Getting career guidance input from loved ones can be confusing rather than useful.
Family and friends likely have different careers, and thus give different, conflicting advice.
Suppose, for instance, that your father is a teacher, your mother is an accountant, and your best
friend is a nurse. They have all made very different career decisions, and only have knowledge
on their respective careers. Different people will likely only steer you to their careers, without
giving good advice on your own best path.

In contrast, focusing on one’s own preferences and skills provides a clearer path to the
right career. After all, individuals have the best knowledge of their own abilities and interests. As
an example, if someone has gone to university to study biology, they will know more about
biology careers than a family member or friend who does not have that same kind of training.
Ultimately, your career must be built on your own training and experience, not the training and
experience of others.

For the reasons I’ve outlined above, I really do believe that career decisions are a matter
of personal knowledge. Other people, even trusted family and friends, simply cannot understand
your career the way you can. To select your field of work wisely, you must face this important
decision alone.

Discussion Essay 2
Nowadays, both work and study can easily take a person out of their home country. This
can be good because people can explore new cultures now more than ever. At the same time,
world travelers may become disconnected from their own home countries. In this essay, I will
take a closer look at the aforementioned key advantage and key disadvantage.

To be sure, ordinary people now have unprecedented access to life abroad. It is easier
than ever to work or study in a foreign land for months and even years. Many large international
corporations offer overseas work to their employees, just as nearly all universities provide study
abroad options at partner campuses overseas. Ultimately, nearly any adult anywhere in the world

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can potentially immerse themselves in another language or culture, with support from their
bosses or teachers.

The problem is that international workers and students sometimes become unconcerned
with the affairs in the nations they are from. This kind of apathy can prevent people from doing
their civic duty. As one example, people from countries with compulsory military service may
spend years abroad and even renounce their citizenship to avoid protecting their homeland. Even
more commonly, people who go abroad may choose not to vote in elections back home, failing
to make their voice heard on important matters. So modern mobility can undermine one’s ability
or desire to make a difference back home.

Learning about other cultures by actually living abroad is a powerful tool for better
intercultural understanding. However, as valuable as this is, sometimes going abroad can cause
people to ignore the importance of their own culture and country. Not all students and workers
should go abroad, and the ones that do should not forget their role in their country of origin.

Discussion Essay 3
In the present day, food from around the globe makes its way to our plates, thanks to free
trade and modern technology. While this phenomenon has some downsides, I think it is
ultimately a good thing, because it allows us to experience new food cultures and improve our
diets.
To understand the benefits of eating globally instead of locally, it is important to examine
the causes. For one thing, trade agreements give participating countries access to food beyond
what they can grow domestically. This international trade is aided by freezer transport, which
can move food great distances without spoilage. As an example, free trade and food transport
technology allows German diners to affordably eat pineapple, a healthy and delicious fruit that
only grows in tropical regions. Through trade and technology, truly anyone can enjoy the best
food the world offers.
This kind of benefit opens our minds to other cultures and strengthens our bodies. For
instance, someone in the United States may not have much firsthand knowledge of India, but if
they are able to eat imported Indian food, they may develop an interest in the culture. As a
bonus, food from India and other countries can help Americans and others to eat a balanced diet,
even during times of the year when their local foods are not in season. Indian food is just one
example; clearly, today we can enjoy a rainbow of national foods and nutrients.
In short, trade agreements and rapid frozen food transport work together to create a better
world. This new world allows us to become more aware of other cultures in a very enjoyable
way while getting the nutrients we need to eat well. International food, then, is good for both our
bodies and our souls.

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Answer (Discussion Essay 1)
Outline:

I. Introduction
- Difficulty of choosing a career
- Question of whether to make the decision alone or with input from loved ones
- Opinion that it is best to find one’s career independently, with minimal input from
others

II. Why input from loved ones can be confusing

- Family and friends have different careers and give conflicting advice
- Only have knowledge on their respective careers
- Tendency to steer towards their own careers

III. Why focusing on one’s own preferences and skills is clearer

- Individuals have the best knowledge of their own abilities and interests
- Example of someone with training in biology knowing more about biology
careers than someone without that training
- Career must be built on one's own training and experience, not the training and
experience of others

IV. Conclusion
- Career decisions are a matter of personal knowledge
- Others, even trusted family and friends, cannot understand a career the way an
individual can
- To select a field of work wisely, one must face the decision alone.

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 B. Writing (70 points)

Contact your lecturer as soon as possible to get the information about the customized
topic for writing a discussion essay.

1. Write down the outline of your essay before composing the complete discussion essay
(20 points). Cover your essay with an introduction, a thesis statement, main ideas, and
closing.
2. Write a minimum 300 words of discussion essay based on the lecturer’s topics (50
points).

the topic is “Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding
change. Others, however, think that change is always a good thing”

Answer
Outline:

I. Introduction
- Explanation of the topic
- Presentation of the two sides of the argument (people who prefer to spend their
lives doing the same things and avoiding change versus people who think that
change is always a good thing)
- Thesis statement: Both sides have valid points, but ultimately it is important to
find a balance between embracing change and maintaining consistency in one’s
life.

II. Body Paragraph 1: The benefits of consistency

- Explanation of why some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things
and avoiding change
- Examples of benefits of consistency such as stability, predictability, and a sense
of security
- Point that consistency can also lead to mastery in a specific field

III. Body Paragraph 2: The benefits of change

- Explanation of why some people think that change is always a good thing
- Examples of benefits of change such as personal growth, new experiences, and
the ability to adapt to new situations

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 - Point that change can also lead to new opportunities and a sense of excitement

IV. Body Paragraph 3: Finding a balance between consistency and change

- Explanation of how important it is to find a balance between embracing change
and maintaining consistency
- Examples of how this balance can be achieved such as setting small goals for
change, incorporating new things into one’s routine, and taking time to reflect on
past experiences
- Point that this balance can lead to a fulfilling and well-rounded life

V. Conclusion
- Summary of the main points of the essay
- Emphasis on the importance of finding a balance between consistency and change
- Final thoughts on how this balance can lead to a fulfilling life.

Discussion Essay:

Change is an inevitable part of life, and how we choose to navigate it can greatly impact
our personal growth and well-being. Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same
things and avoiding change, while others think that change is always a good thing. Both sides
have valid points, but ultimately it is important to find a balance between embracing change and
maintaining consistency in one’s life.

On one hand, consistency can bring a sense of stability and predictability to one’s life.
People who prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change may find
comfort in the familiar and the routine. Consistency can also lead to mastery in a specific field,
as repetitive practice can result in proficiency and success. In addition, having a consistent daily
routine can lead to a sense of security and a sense of control over one’s life.

On the other hand, change can bring new experiences, personal growth, and the ability to
adapt to new situations. People who think that change is always a good thing may find
excitement in the unknown and the opportunity for growth. Change can also bring new
opportunities and open up new doors for personal and professional growth. In addition, change
can lead to a sense of excitement and adventure in one’s life.

However, it is important to find a balance between embracing change and maintaining

consistency in one’s life. This can be achieved by setting small goals for change, incorporating
new things into one’s routine, and taking time to reflect on past experiences. Incorporating small
changes into one’s routine can help to prevent feeling overwhelmed, and reflecting on past
experiences can help to identify what has worked and what has not. By finding this balance, one
can achieve a fulfilling and well-rounded life.

In conclusion, while both consistency and change have their own benefits, it is important
to find a balance between the two. Consistency brings stability and predictability, while change
brings growth and new opportunities. By setting small goals for change, incorporating new

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things into one’s routine, and taking time to reflect on past experiences, one can achieve a
fulfilling and well-rounded life. It is important to remember that change is inevitable, and it is up
to each individual to navigate it in a way that best serves their personal growth and well-being.
Ultimately, it is a personal decision to find the right balance between consistency and change that
will lead to a happy and fulfilled life.

Good Luck

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