Dạng Câu Hỏi Discussion

Cách trả lời dạng Discussion trong IELTS Writing task 2
Table of Contents
1. All information about Discussion question ............................................................................. 1
2. How to answer to Discussion question ................................................................................... 1
Call to action 1: ....................................................................................................................................... 1
Call to action 2: ....................................................................................................................................... 5
3. Thực hành dạng câu hỏi Discussion essay .............................................................................. 7
4. Thử làm giám khảo IELTS..................................................................................................... 13
1. All information about Discussion question

• Write about both sides of the argument/ both views
• Should write a similar amount for each view
• If the question asks for your opinion, you need to show it in your essay
• Call to action:
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your opinion.
Do you think the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
• How to answer:
Body 1: Explain side 1/ view 1
Body 2: Explain side 2/ view 2 and give your opinion
Our focus in today lesson: Call to action 1
2. How to answer to Discussion question

Call to action 1:
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your opinion
Do you think the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages
How to answer to call to action 1:
- The writer has to give both advantages and disadvantages of the
trend/development/opinion given in the question
- The writer also has to state his opinion: More advantages than disadvantages or vice
versa.
Tham khảo sách học IELTS biên soạn bởi IELTS Thanh Loan tại:
https://ielts-thanhloan.com/danh-muc/sach-ielts-thanh-loan-viet
Structure of your answer:
Introduction • Paraphrase the question to introduce the topic
“It is believed/ thought that + clause”
• Give your answer:
“Although topic (noun phrase) … has some advantages (for …..), I believe that
these positive impacts are overshadowed by many adverse influences (on
…..)
Body 1 On the one hand, topic (noun phrase) is of benefit. Firstly, ….. (clause to
introduce the first supporting idea) because ….. (explain the first supporting idea).
For instance, ….. (clause to give an example for the first supporting idea … if you
have). Secondly, ….. (clause to introduce the second supporting idea), for …..
(explain the second supporting idea). A telling example is ….. (clause to give an
example for the second supporting idea … if you have)”.
Body 2 On the other hand, I believe that the disadvantages of topic (noun phrase) …
outweigh its advantages. The main drawback is …... Another downside of
this trend is …..
Conclusion In conclusion, despite some positive impacts on ......, I hold the opinion
that topic (noun phrase) ... trigger(s) more adverse effects on ......
Example for call to action 1:

Question:
People in the community can buy cheaper products nowadays.
Do you think that the advantages outweigh disadvantages?
Topic: Economy
Micro-topic words:
- Cheaper products
Call to action: Do you think that the advantages outweigh disadvantages?
Answer: I think disadvantages outweigh advantages
Tasks:
- Give some advantages of the popularity of cheaper products
- Give some disadvantages of the appearance of cheaper products
- State your opinion: This trend has more disadvantages than advantages
Outline:
Positives ü A more comfortable life since they can afford whatever they like
ü Boost the economy. Higher demand >> companies and factories can
expand
Negatives ü Decrease the quality of products (inferior materials are used)
ü Consumerism (Chase after the lastest versions and throw some usable
items away)
Sample essay:
Introduction Currently, consumer goods become more affordable in many countries.
Although the proliferation of low – price goods has some advantages for
both customers and national economy, I believe that these positive
impacts are overshadowed by many adverse influences on the quality of
products and consumers’ behaviors.
Body 1 On the one hand, the popularity of inexpensive products on market is of
benefit. Firstly, people, regardless of their income or social class, can enjoy
a more comfortable life since they are able to own whatever they need.
For instance, some kinds of cutting-edge smartphone such as Oppo F5 or
Galaxy S7 cost only under 10 million dong, so either affluent or medium-
income people can possess one. Secondly, the production of more cheap
goods also boosts economic development since it encourages customers to
buy more. Therefore, it accelerates the expansion of companies or
factories to meet the increasing demands of consumers.
Body 2 On the other hand, I believe that the disadvantages of affordable
products’ inundation outweigh its advantages. The main drawback is that
this trend will entail the decrease in quality. To charge an undercutting
price, producers have to utilize inferior materials, and buyers may suffer
from its consequences. For example, hotdog, which is a common
inexpensive fast food, is proven to be made of rotten meat that endangers
eaters’ health. Another downside of this trend is the explosion of
consumerism. People chase after the latest products released on market
since its price is affordable and are willing to throw usable ones away.
Conclusion In conclusion, despite the positive impacts on convenience of life and
economic development, I hold the opinion that the omnipresent
appearance of inexpensive products triggers more adverse effects on its
quality and buyers’ behaviors.
Compare Opinion and Discussion with opinion
Opinion (balanced view) Discussion with opinion

Call to Do you think it is a positive or Discuss the advantages and
action negative trend/ development? disadvantages and give your opinion
Do you think the advantages of this
trend outweigh the disadvantages?
Tasks The writer has to give both The writer has to give both
advantages and disadvantages of advantages and disadvantages of the
the trend/ development/ opinion trend/development/opinion given in
given in the question. the question
The writer also has to state his
opinion: More advantages than
disadvantages?
Introduction • Answer: • Give your answer:
“I think this trend/development “Although topic (noun phrase) … has
could have both positive and some advantages (for …..), I believe
negative influences in equal that these positive impacts are
measure, as now will be discussed” overshadowed by many adverse
influences (on …..)
Body 1 The same
Body 2 “Despite the good impacts On the other hand, I believe that the
mentioned above, I believe that disadvantages of topic (noun phrase)
topic ….. (noun phrase) is/are also a …. outweigh its advantages.
detrimental development/trend to
some extent.
Conclusion “In conclusion, despite some In conclusion, despite some positive
positive impacts on ......, I hold the impacts on ......, I hold the opinion
opinion that topic (noun phrase) that topic (noun phrase) triggers
also triggers adverse effects on ...... more adverse effects on ......
Call to action 2:
Discuss both views and give your opinion
Compare with call to action 1:
- Call to action 1: Give a trend/development/opinion and then require writers to
discuss both sides. Your opinion is whether you think disadvantages outweigh
advantages or vice versa
- Call to action 2: Discuss two different opinions “Some people think that.... while
others believe ....”. Your own opinion is whether you support view 1 or view 2.
How to answer call to action 2:
- Explain why some people have view 1
- Explain why some poeple have view 2
- State your opinion (Support view 1 or view 2?)
Structure of your answer:
Introduction • Introduce the topic
“People have differing views with regard to + topic (noun phrase)….”
• Give your answer
“While some people hold the opinion that + view 1 (clause), I believe
that + view 2 (clause)”
Body 1 • Introduce view 1 and give explanation(s) and example(s) to
support this view
On the one hand, there are some reasons why a common belief is
that + view 1 (clause)… . The main cause is + supporting idea 1
(clause)… . Another reason is + supporting idea 2 (clause) …
Body 2 • State that you support view 2 and give explanation(s) and
example(s) to support the second view
On the other hand, I believe that + view 2 (clause). Firstly, …..
Secondly, ….. Finally, ……
Conclusion In conclusion, while + view 1 (clause), I believe that + view 2 (clause)
Example for call to action 2:
Question:
Some people think that strict punishments for driving offences are the key to reducing
traffic accidents. Others, however, believe that other measures would be more
effective in improving road safety.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Topic: Traffic
Micro-topic words:
- Strict punishments
- Driving offences
- Reduce traffice accidents
- Other measures would be more effective
- Improving road safety
Call to action: Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Answer:
- I agree with the second view
Tasks:
- Explain why some people think that strict punishments can reduce traffic accidents
- Explain why other people think that there are more effective ways to improve road
safety
- Which view do you support? (The second view)
Sample essay:
Introduction People have differing views with regard to the question of how to
make our roads safer. While some people hold the opinion that
punishments can be used to promote better driving habits, I believe
that there are more effective measures that can be taken to increase
road safety.
Body 1 (Topic sentence) On the one hand, there are some reasons why a
common belief is that strict punishments can certainly help to
encourage people to drive more safely. (Explanation) Penalties for
dangerous drivers can act as a deterrent, meaning that people avoid
repeating the same offence. (Example) There are various types of
driving penalty, such as small fines, licence suspension, driver
awareness courses, and even prison sentences. The aim of these
punishments is to show dangerous drivers that their actions have
negative consequences. As a result, we would hope that drivers
become more disciplined and alert, and that they follow the rules
more carefully.
Body 2 (Topic sentence) On the other hand, I believe that safe driving can be
promoted in several different ways that do not punish drivers.
(Supporting idea 1) Firstly, it is vitally important to educate people
properly before they start to drive, and this could be done in schools
or even as part of an extended or more difficult driving test.
(Supporting idea 2) Secondly, more attention could be paid to safe
road design. For example, signs can be used to warn people, speed
bumps and road bends can be added to calm traffic, and speed
cameras can help to deter people from driving too quickly.
(Supporting idea 3) Finally, governments or local councils could
reduce road accidents by investing in better public transport, which
would mean that fewer people would need to travel by car.
Conclusion In conclusion, while punishments can help to prevent bad driving, I
believe that other road safety measures should also be introduced.
Source: ielts-simon.com
3. Thực hành dạng câu hỏi Discussion essay
Question 1
Some people think that good health is very important to every person, so medical
service should not be run by profit-making companies.
Do the advantages of private healthcare outweigh the disadvantages
Topic: Health
Micro-topic words:
- Profit-making companies
- Private healthcare
Call to action: Do the advantages of private healthcare outweigh the disadvantages
How to answer:
- Give some advantages of private healthcare
- Give some disadvantages of private healthcare
- State that disadvantages outweigh advantages
Planning ideas:
Advantages Disadvantages
- Higher quality services (better care, - Some private hospitals, because of profit,
shorter waiting list, better doctor-to- employ unskilled doctors >> put patients’
patient ratio, well-qualified doctors health at risk
and nurses, more cutting-edge - Overcharging
medical equipment)
Preparing an outline:
Introduction - Introduce the topic
- Although the use of private healthcare service has some advantages
for patients, I believe that these positive impacts are overshadowed
by many adverse influences.
Body 1 - Topic sentence: On the one hand, the fact that medical service is
provided by private companies is of benefit.
(Body - Explain: ...because patients are more likely to enjoy a much higher-
structure 2) quality service.
- Detail 1: shorter waiting list
- Detail 2: better doctor-to-patient ratio >> specialized care and
treatment
- Detail 3: well-qualified doctors and nurses and more cutting-edge
medical equipment >> make a quicker recovery
Body 2 - Topic sentence: On the other hand, I believe that the disadvantages of
private healthcare service outweigh its advantages.
(Body - The main drawback is .... some private hospitals, because of profit,
structure 1) employ unskilled doctors >> put patients’ health at risk. For example,
....
- Another downside of this trend is ...overcharging >> patients who live
in poverty cannot pay hospital fees.
Conclusion In conclusion, despite some positive impacts on patients, I hold the
opinion that non-governmental hospitals trigger more adverse effects.
Question 2
Some people think international car-free days are an effective way of reducing air
pollution, others think there are some other ways.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Topic: Environment
Micro-topic words:
- International car-free days
- Reducing air pollution
- Other ways
Call to action: Discuss both views and give your opinion.
How to answer:
- Why some people think that international car-free days can reduce air pollution.
- Why some people think there are other ways to reduce air pollution.
- State your opinion: Support the second view
Planning ideas:
Car-free days Other ways
- Reduce the quantity of exhaust fume - Impose higher taxes on cars >> fewer
from cars >> diminish the carbon people use this means of transport
footprint size. - Use alternative energy which is more
- Encourage people to use public environmentally friendly
transport >> may then become their - Develop energy-efficient engines
common choice
Preparing an outline:
Introduction - People have differing views with regard to how to address air
contamination.
- While some people hold the opinion that an outright ban on the use
of car in one day can be an effective measure, I believe that there are
more workable ways to increase air quality.
Body 1 - Topic sentence: On the one hand, there are some reasons why a
common belief is that forcing motorists to give up their cars in some
days can reduce air pollution.
- Supporting idea 1: The main cause is + reduce the quantity of exhaust
fume from cars >> diminish the carbon footprint size.
- Supporting idea 2: Another reason is + encourage people to use public
transport >> may then become their common choice.
Body 2 - Topic sentence: On the other hand, I believe that other more effective
actions should be taken to address this issue.
- Supporting idea 1: Firstly, …. impose higher taxes on cars >> fewer
people use this means of transport
- Supporting idea 2: Secondly, ….. use alternative energy which is more
environmentally friendly
Conclusion In conclusion, while the program that motorists are not allowed to use
their cars for one day is a good idea to deal with air pollution, I believe
that government need to simultaneously take other measures such as car
price increase and advancements of car engines.
Sample essay for question 1:
Introduction It is believed that the key to lead a happy life is to possess a good health,
so healthcare services should not be provided by private hospitals or
clinics. Although the use of private healthcare service has some advantages
for patients, I believe that these positive impacts are overshadowed by
many adverse influences.
Body 1 On the one hand, the fact that medical service is provided by private
companies is of benefit. Doctors and nurses in private ones cater for
patients more carefully and meticulously. Patients do not have to pass a
long waiting list before being medically examined and diagnosed. Also,
private hospitals can offer more specialized care and treatment and an
excellent doctor-to-patient ratio. In order to compete with others to make
more profit, those money-makers will also employ well-qualified doctors
and apply cutting-edge medical equipment, and therefore, patients can
make a quicker recovery from ailments or severe diseases.
Body 2 On the other hand, I believe that the disadvantages of private healthcare
service outweigh its advantages. There still exist some immoral private
hospitals or clinics that are driven by the motive to gain money rather than
save people’s life. The employment of unskilled doctors or careless nurses
reduces their spending on salaries, but it may either put patients’ health in
danger or even deprive their lives. For example, the Today News program
on TV informed many circumstances dying after minor operations due to
over-dosed anesthesia in some clinics. In addition, the private healthcare
centres are often accused of overcharging, so patients living in poverty are
incapable of paying for this exorbitant fee. If medical care is all run by non-
public companies, many people have to live with diseases.
Conclusion In conclusion, despite some positive impacts on patients, I hold the opinion
that non-governmental hospitals trigger more adverse effects.
Sample essay for question 2:
Introduction People have differing views with regard to how to address air
contamination. While some people hold the opinion that an outright ban on
the use of car in one day can be an effective measure, I believe that there
are more workable ways to increase air quality.
Body 1 On the one hand, there are some reasons why a common belief is that
forcing motorists to give up their cars in some days can reduce air pollution.
Firstly, exhaust fumes may be cut off which diminishes the carbon footprint
size. This expectation stems from the success of Earth hour program that
has been conducted for many years and made enormous contributions to
the reduction of electricity production. Secondly, on that day, they have to
commute by other means of transport such as walking, bus or subway, and
therefore, they may be aware of the convenience and mobility of
other commuting methods in comparison with cars. After that, these
environmentally - friendly means can become their preferred choice.
Body 2 On the other hand, I believe that other more effective actions should be
taken to address this issue. The first measure is that government should
impose higher luxury taxes on car so that fewer people can afford it, and
consequently car density on roads will fall with the decline of its emissions.
Furthermore, other developed nations should invest in energy-efficient
engines so that commuters can still benefit from the safety and comfort of
cars but the quantity of pollutants in the atmosphere is controlled. For
example, electric cars can be a feasible alternative for petroleum ones but
still maintain sustainable development.
Conclusion In conclusion, while the program that motorists are not allowed to use their
cars for one day is a good idea to deal with air pollution, I believe that
government need to simultaneously take other measures such as car price
increase and advancements of car engines.
4. Thử làm giám khảo IELTS
Your tasks in this lesson:

- Read the following question and think of your own answer. Commented [Office1]:
- Read the given essay and give comments based on 4 marking criteria
- Draw your own lessons.
Example 1:
Being a celebrity – such as a famous film star or sports personality – brings
problems as well as benefits.
Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits than problems?
Topic: The art
Micro-topic words:
- Being a celebrity
- A famous film star or sports personality
Call to action: Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits than problems?
- Question type: Discussion with opinion
- Tasks: Give some benefits of being a celebrity
Give some drawbacks of being a celebrity
Which is your opinion? More benefits or more problems? Commented [Office2]: LR: being in the public eye
Sample answer: Commented [Office3]: LR: too absolute >> being one of the
hardest ways in life
Nowadays being a celebrity is the hardest ways of life. There lot of advantages like being rich, Commented [Office4]: GR: there are many advantages
loved by many people and being famous, but there are many disadvantages that we should Commented [Office5]: LR: >> such as
think about. So, it is a difficult question, that there is not an easy answer to. Commented [Office6]: LR: >> consider
Commented [Office7]: Unclear answer
>> You should make it clear in the introduction what you think. Pick one side or the other. You could Commented [Office8]: LR: this part uses lots of spoken
language (let’s first talk….”
say something like “I believe there are more advantages than disadvantages” or “I believe the
Commented [Office9]: TR: This part does not mention the
disadvantages outweigh the advantages”. You could also include an outline sentence saying what advantages or disadvantages of being a celebrity >>
you will discuss in the rest of your essay. irrelevant
Commented [Office10]: C2: But should be used in the
Let’s first talk about the celebrities to see if there are some benefits of being well-known. middle of a sentence (Clause, but clause) and However
should be used in the beginning (Sentence. However,
Some of them has to work very hard to get to the point of being well-known and are sentence)
celebrities. But if we just look into their everyday, we can see that they have very wealthy Commented [Office11]: Their everyday lives
accomadations and lifestyle: they have the dream wages, they live in luxury houses, they can Commented [Office12]: LR: spelling errors and word choice
>> live in luxury mansions and have lavish lifestyle
buy all the cars they want. Commented [Office13]: LR: such as dream wages and super
cars
But, money is not nothing: even they who are rich, their personals lives is not always so happy Commented [Office14]: C2: But should be used in the
middle of a sentence (Clause, but clause) and However
as people see it is. I can now remember Michael Jackson as a good example. In the start he should be used in the beginning (Sentence. However,
sentence)
was king of Pop, but when he got older he had more and more life problems that got worse
Commented [Office15]: LR: everything
and worse day by day. Some say that he was a drug addicted because of being so sad and
Commented [Office16]: GR: not a full clause
others say his character has worse aspects. So being a celebrity is not all easy things and a LR: even rich, people’s lives are …
happy life. Commented [Office17]: GR: as happy as
Commented [Office18]: LR: Spoken language >> For
All in all, when I look at all the advantages and disadvantages, we can't see if it is a good or example, Michael Jackson was the king of Pop
bad. Commented [Office19]: GR: punctuation, add a comma

Commented [Office20]: LR: redundant
Commented [Office21]: LR: a drug addict
Marking criteria:
Commented [Office22]: C2. So should be used in the middle
1. Task response: Band 5.0 of a sentence (Clause, so clause) while Therefore should be
used in the beginning (Sentence. Therefore, sentence)
- Both the advantages and disadvantages are covered; however, the advantages of fame
Commented [Office23]: LR: Spoken language
are not covered in as much detail as the disadvantages.
Commented [Office24]: TR: unclear conclusion because the
- The answer would have been better if the ideas were more developed with writer doesn’t his opinion
explanations and examples. (body 1)
- The main weakness in this area is not having a clear opinion. The conclusions drawn
do not tell the reader which side of the argument the writer favours.
- The candidate wrote under the 250 word limit required (237 words).
Lessons drawn for you:
- Have one clear paragraph for advantages and one clear paragraph for disadvantages.
Each paragraph should have a topic sentence, an explanation and a specific example.
- State your opinion in the introduction, conclusion and in the topic sentence of body 2.
Giving yourself 5 minutes to plan what you are going to write at the start will also help
you in this area.
- Be careful with word count
2. Coherence and Cohesion: Band 5.0
- Ideas were organized logically with a clear introduction and then discussion of the
positives and negatives, but the beginning of paragraphs could be improved to link
ideas together more effectively
- Some pieces of information are irrelevant
- Cohesive devices are sometimes wrongly used
- Start each of the main body paragraphs with a clear topic sentence showing the reader
what that paragraph is about.
- Learn to use some simple cohesive devices such as ‘however’, ‘therefore’ and ‘in
conclusion’
- Try not to use informal language such as: ‘all in all’, ‘let’s talk …’
3. Vocabulary: Band 6.0

- Some words are repeated several times, such as ‘famous’ and ‘celebrity’
- Vocabulary is adequate for the task but with inappropriacies and repetition.
- Only use vocabulary you are 100% sure is correct
- Give yourself time to check your work at the end for small mistakes
4. Grammar: Band 5.0
- There is a mix of both simple and complex sentences, but most sentences have at least
one mistake.
è Overall band score: 5.0
Example 2
Some people think that the education system should only focus on preparing
students for employment, while others believe it has other important functions.
Discuss both sides and then give your own opinion.
Sample answer:
The purpose of education has been a controversial topic nowadays. Many people consider Commented [Office25]: GR: is
that education should just play a role of training students for their future employment,
whereas others are convinced that it should have additional purposes. This essay will discuss
both sides of this argument and then I will give my own perspective.
There are merits that schools focus on vocational training. Students will be equipped with
solid skills in their professions, and can immediately put their expertise to use at work. As Commented [Office26]: C1: You should develop the first
point a little bit more fully
well as this, it will effectively increase the possibility of employment when they graduate. In
addition, owning to the fact that most companies today prefer to employ those who can apply Commented [Office27]: GR. Wrong sentence structure.
>> This is owning to the fact that ….
their professional skills to work after a short term of training. Therefore, this may enormously
diminish unemployment rate in society, and benefit both students and employers. Commented [Office28]: GR: the unemployment rate
However, schools also provide other significant functions. By and large, the abilities of Commented [Office29]: TR: This sentence does not state
your opinion
communication and problem-solving are indispensable to students as well. Teamwork, is >> I believe that schools will also provide other significant
functions.
considered to be primary at workplace today, requires both as prerequisites. Therefore,
Commented [Office30]: GR: which is considered to be
schools can help students build up the ability of working with a diversity of groups and that primary requirement in workplace today
of solving problems independently, which will make students more rounded in many C1: By mentioning “requirement in the workplace today”,
you are going back to the other side of the argument.
respects. Commented [Office31]: LR: should
In my conclusion, both sides of arguments have their merits. On balance, however, schools Commented [Office32]: GR: the argument
seem to have more functions as education itself is multidisciplinary, which not only provide Commented [Office33]: GR: provides
professional skills but also teach students how to be a team player and to encounter and
resolve problems. In my view, it will help students to more rounded and resourceful in their Commented [Office34]: You support the second view, so
future careers. don't repeat information about future career here, it is
better to say: more rounded in their general life
Marking criteria:
1. Task response. Band 6.0
- Position of the writer is not clear, specially when he keeps referring back to the
workplace which switches it to the first side of the topic in body 2
2. Coherence and Cohesion. Band 6.0
- The first supporting idea in body 1 is not fully developed
- Cohesive devices are wrongly used in the middle of body 1 (In addition, …)
- The body 2 and conclusion are not clear as they sometimes refer back to the first view
3. Lexical resource. Band 7.0
- Inappropriate word choices (Therefore, schools can help students ….)
4. Grammar. Band 7.0
- Some minor mistakes about grammar
Lesson drawn for you:

- Show a clear opinion in your writing from the introduction, then restate it in the body
2 and conclusion
Bài giảng này được tham khảo từ hai trang web: ieltsadvantage.com và ieltsanswer.com

Dạng Câu Hỏi Discussion

Uploaded by

Document Information

Original Description:

Original Title

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

Dạng Câu Hỏi Discussion

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Cách trả lời dạng Discussion trong IELTS Writing task 2

1. All information about Discussion question

2. How to answer to Discussion question

Example for call to action 1:

Opinion (balanced view) Discussion with opinion

3. Thực hành dạng câu hỏi Discussion essay

Your tasks in this lesson:

bad. Commented [Office19]: GR: punctuation, add a comma

3. Vocabulary: Band 6.0

Lesson drawn for you:

You might also like