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ADVANTAGES / DISADVANTAGES ESSAY

INTRODUCTION
These days, there is an ongoing debate between people about _____________________. While it is
possible to claim that _____________________ , my view is that the disadvantages outweigh the
advantages. In this essay, I shall explain my point of view by analyzing both sides of the argument.

SECOND PARAGRAPH
There are several reasons why _____________________. One of them is that _____________________. It
can also be argued that _____________________. It should also be taken into account that
_____________________.

THIRD PARAGRAPH
Those who argue for _____________________ have a different view and say that it can actually be a
good thing. Firstly, it is claimed that _____________________. Then, there are concerns about
_____________________.

CONCLUSION
While there are strong arguments on both sides of the case, my personal opinion is that
_____________________. I would strongly recommend that _____________________.
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ADVANTAGES / DISADVANTAGES — with answer

INTRODUCTION
These days, there is an ongoing debate between people about television and if it should be viewed
as a posi@ve or nega@ve impact to society. While it is possible to claim that television provides a
source of entertainment to people, my view is that the disadvantages outweigh the advantages. In
this essay, I shall explain my point of view by analysing both sides of the argument.

SECOND PARAGRAPH
There are several reasons why Television is considered to be disadvantageous to society. One of
them is that viewing of television can be a source of distrac@on in our life, turning away our focus
from the more important things in life. It can also be argued that we tend to waste hours in front of
the television instead of working on our goals and ambi@ons in life. It should also be taken into
account that children at a young age spend too much @me in front of the television, and are missing
out on opportuni@es for all around development.

THIRD PARAGRAPH
Those who argue for Television have a different view and say that it can actually be a good thing.
Firstly, it is claimed that Television can be a good source of informa@on to learn new things if used
correctly. Then, there are concerns about people not viewing television to be unaware of current
events and latest new around the world.

CONCLUSION
While there are strong arguments on both sides of this case, my personal opinion is that Television
usage is best avoided or minimized as we should focus on other produc@ve tasks instead. I would
strongly recommend that people view how much @me they currently spend on watching Television
and see how this @me can be put to beLer use.
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Each color represents a different

AGREE / DISAGREE ESSAY variaBon - Choose one of them only

INTRODUCTION
FIRST SENTENCE: PARAPHRASE THE TOPIC. The statement in ques>on is [true/false/sensible/
problema>c] because _____________________. Opinions about ______________________ vary
drama>cally. Some say that ______________________, while others argue that ______________________.
There are merits to both the posi>ons and the best path lies somewhere between the two
extremes.

SECOND PARAGRAPH
To begin with | In the first place, | Firstly, | The first reason is ___________________. This is primarily
because | The reason behind this is that ______________________. Addi>onally, | Moreover, | To add |
What’s more, ______________________. For instance, ______________________. As a result, | For this
reason, | Due to this fact, ______________________.

THIRD PARAGRAPH
Addi>onally, | Another reason why | Pursuing this further, ______________________.

IF Counter Argument - (The other side of the topic)

On the contrary, | However, | On the other hand, | Meanwhile, | In contrast many people believe
______________________. However, that is not true. It is believed that ______________________ but
______________________. Also, ______________________. Another aspect to consider is
______________________. This means that ______________________. Finally, even though
______________________, the contrary is true.

CONCLUSION | FINAL COMMENT

In conclusion | To sum up | Therefore | To conclude with | Essen>ally | In all | To put it briefly,
______________________.
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OPINION BASED ESSAY

INTRODUCTION
The topic of _____________________ is interes8ng as it raises different opinions. While some people
argue _____________________, I am of an opinion that _____________________ because of
_____________________.

SECOND PARAGRAPH
There are several advantages to explain _____________________. One of them is that
_____________________. It can also be argued that _____________________. Further, we need to
consider that _____________________.

THIRD PARAGRAPH
However, there are some disadvantages to _____________________. Firstly, _____________________.
Further, _____________________, which _____________________.

CONCLUSION
These two opposing viewpoints both have merit. While there is some truth to the argument that
_____________________, there is also a need to understand that _____________________. In conclusion,
the best way forward is to embrace the posi8ves of _____________________ and mi8gate the bad
aspects of _____________________.