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Writing : sample answer

Cambridge FCE B2
Name : ……………………………………………….. Group :………………………….

In your English class you have been talking about hobbies and free time. Now
your English teacher has
asked you to write an essay.
Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your points of
view. Write your
essay in 140–190 words in an appropriate style.

Young people today spend too much of their free time playing video games.
Do you agree?
Notes
Write about:
1. things you can learn from video games
2. doing exercise
3. .......................... (your own idea)

Nowadays, video games are very popular, and some young people spend a lot of
time playing them, either alone or with their friends. Although there are some
benefits to these games, there are also some disadvantages too.

It is possible to learn some important skills from video games. In many games,
players have to make decisions quickly and decide on the best way to solve
problems, often in very difficult situations. Moreover, some games can help
young people to learn about different periods in history or different parts of the
world in a fun way.
However, most people would agree that it isn’t good to spend too much time
sitting in front of a screen. It is important to be active and do plenty of exercise
in order to be healthy.

Young people also need to go out so they can meet new people and make friends
in the real world.
To sum up, I would say that video games are a fun way to relax, have fun and
learn useful skills, but it is important for young people to go out and have other
hobbies too.

(187 words)