WRITING TASK 2

DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS

AND GIVE YOUR OWN OPINION

I. INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH
Introducing sentence: People have/ hold different views about (whether or not)
[topic]
Thesis statement: While those who support [view 1] have their own good
arguments, I am more convinced that [view 2].

Introducing sentence: Opinions on [topic] are largely divided.

Thesis statement: While many argue that [view 1], I firmly believe that [view
2].
II. BODY PARAGRAPHS
BODY 1 (OTHER'S VIEW)
- On the one hand, there are some
good reasons why people tend to
think/ argue that [view 1]. [Idea 1]
Firstly, ______. [Idea 2] Secondly,
______.
- It is justifiable for some to argue
that [view 1]. [Idea 1] One reason is
______. [Idea 2] Another point is
______.
- On the one hand, supporters of
[view 1] would argue that ______
[chuỗi lập luận: reasoning: context/
nature/ target group => example =>
cause & effects].
BODY 2 (YOUR VIEW)
- On the other hand, / In spite of the
above arguments, I side with those who
advocate / I am more in favor of + [view
2]. [Idea 1] The first reason/ benefit is
that ______. [Idea 2] Another reason/
benefit worth mentioning is ______.
- However, I am more convinced that
[view 2] / However, I am more
convinced of the need of [view 2].
[chuỗi lập luận: reasoning: context/
nature/ target group => example =>
cause & effects].

III. CONCLUSION
● In conclusion, despite arguments for [view 1], I am more of the opinion that
[view 2]
● In conclusion, I firmly believe that [...] should not be limited to [...] but also
about [...
Here are some phrases and language to express your opinion in IELTS Writing Task
2 on Discuss Both Views and Give Your Opinion:

● In my opinion/view...
● From my perspective...
● From my viewpoint, From my perspective
● I would argue that...
● I am of the opinion that...
● I strongly believe that...

When expressing your opinion, it's important to support it with reasons and
examples. Here are some phrases to help you do this:

● This is because...
● The reason for this is...
● For instance...
● To illustrate...
● It is clear that...
● It is evident that...
IMPORTANT GENERAL EXPRESSIVE VOCABULARY

1. [ context / effect ]. This might be because S + V. / This is because S + V.

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2. [ context / effect ]. This is (partly) due to the fact that S + V

…………………………………………………………………………………….…
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3. [ context / effect ]. An explanation for this could be that S + V

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4. [ context ] .Therefore, S+V [effect]
…………………………………………………………………………………….…
………………………………………………………………………………….……

5. As a result/ as a consequence, S+V [effect]

…………………………………………………………………………………….…
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……………………………………………………………………………….………
PRACTICE
Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to
or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone
should learn a foreign language.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some
people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.