f Opiaioa Questioas [Agree or Disagree]

Typicat Question Words-

is Your oPinion?
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Do you agree or disagree?

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Direct question.

Erample Question-

Some people believe that.unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high
schoof prógr***.s (for example working for a charity, irnprovlng the neighbourhood or
teaching sports to younger children).

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

§tructure
Introduction
Sentence 1- Paraphrase Question

Sentence 2- Thesis Staternent (lt is agreed.../It is disagr'eed'.-/This es§ay

Sentence 3- Outlin': -Q';ntence iTl:is essay will discu§§....i

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Sentence t- Topic Sentence
Sentence 2- Explain Topic Sentence

Sentence 3- Example

Main Bod]¡ ParagraPh 2

Sentence 1- Topic Sentence

Sentence 2- Explain Topic Sentence

Sentence 3- Example

Conclusion

Sentence 1- Summary and opinion

 Sample Ansrver \
It is argued that volunteering should-b._ marle part
agrees with that suggestion óompletely
of the school curriculum. This essay
becaus[ of the benefits it brings to pupils. The
essay will first look at how voluntary work
can help students á"uurop soft skills and then
discuss how universities and employ*"" value
. these extracurricular activities.
Education should not be limited to strictly academic
shciuld also develop life skills, such as pursuits and those in education
teámwork, empathy arrd self.discipline¡,"ar.rd one
the best ways to hóne these aptitudes i- of
fortunate than ourselves teacñes us many
ih;";;;h sen,ice. serving those less
lessáns"o*,r.rnity
inctuding how to urork with people
from other backgrounds and the value oiharct
volunteered to spend 6 weeks in Africa t.r"rrirrg i?iu, For exarnple, I personally
rnuch higher work ethic when I returned disadvantaged children and this led. to a
to myituares.
Many colleges and companies are also increasingly
locrking for this type of experience.
Most school ieavers have the same grades
and cLaritable üorks can help set you apart
from the herd' For o<ample, cambrfoge
from straight-A students every year
*rlo"ñrd receive thousanris of applications
Lo "-"r, only accept a snrrall percentage of
applicants' what you have doná outside the classroom is often tÉe thing that
differentiates you from everyone -r--
that coveiÁá *p"t.
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In conclusion, teenagers should be mad.e to partake
schooling because.it will help them learn irr unpaid work as part of their
teachers and it witl a-lso boost their
tiriiis lrr*y *orün,t oráinarily rearn from their
"h;;;;?!"rrlrg into ttrird ]evel education.
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Advantages and Disadvantages euestions
§pical Question Words
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages.

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your own opinion.

Example Question ,

computers are being used'rnore and more in education.

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Discuss the advanh$es and disadvantages and give your own opinion.

lrri.oar"tion
Sentence 1- Paraphrase euestion

Sentence 2- Outiine Sentence

Main Bod.y Paragraph 1 ;

Sentence 1- State One Advantage

Sentence 2- Expand/Explain Advantage

Sentence 3- Example

Sentence 4- Resu1t

Main Body Paragraph 2 /

Sentence 1- State One Disadvantage

Sentence 2- Expand/Explain Disadvantage

Sentence 3- Example

Sentence 4- Result

Conclusion

Sentence 1* Summary

Sentence 2- Opinion
Sample Answer
It is argued that technologr is piaying an every increasing role in schools and
universities. This essay will firstly, discuss student freedom as one of the main
advantages of this and secondly, outline decreasing levels of face to face contact as one
of the main disadvantages.

One of the principle ad.vantages of an increase in the use electronic devices in education
is the autonomy it provides students. Sturlents have the freedom to focus on whatever
topic or subject they want and study it in depth through the internet. A prime example of
this is the amount of online university courses available to st.udents, covering a myriad
of subjects, that up until recently were unavaíiable to most learners. This has resulted in
more people studying third level degrees than ever before, at a pace and schedule that
suits them.

The main disadvantage associated with increasing use of technoiogr in education is the
decrease in face-to-face interaction between sturients. Students spend more time looking
at computer screens by themselves than interacting with each other. For instance, the
recent explosion in smart phone use has been at the expense of genuine human
interaction. This results in soft skills, such as verbal commlrnication and empathy, being
affecied.

In conclusion, the benefits technology brings to education, such ¿rs student autonomy,
must be weighed against the drawbacks, such as negative effects nn human interaction.
Overall, the educationatr benefits outweigh the disadvantages because human beings will
always want human contact and most people will not solely use IT for education.
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Discuss Both Views Qruestlon {Dlscussion Essay}

Typical Question Word's

Discuss both points of 'view and give your opinion'

Example Question
some people say that this is a
cornputer§ are being used rriore and more in ed,ucation.
to negative con§equence§'
;;;rtr"; trend, wrrirJotirers argue that it is leading
Discuss both sides qf,this argument and then give
your own opinion' ' '

Structure
Introduction
points'
sentence 1- Paraphrase Question and/or state both view
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Sentence 2- Thesis Statement ',,'

Sentence 3- Outline Sentence

I4em eodv Paragraph 1

Sentence 1- State first viewPoint

Sentencc 2- Discuss first viewpoint

sentence 3- Reason why you agree or disagree with viewpoint

Sentence 4- Example to support your view

Main Bodv Paragraph 2

Sentence 1- State second viewpoint

Sentence 2- Discuss second viewpoint

Sentence3.Reasonwhyyouagreeordisagreewithviewpoint

Sentence 4- Example to support your view

Conclusion

Sentence 1- Summary

Sentence 2- State which one is better or more important

Sample Answer
There is an ever-increasing use of technology, §uch as tablets and laptops, in the
classroom. It is often argued that this is a positive development, whilst others disagree
and think it will leacl to adverse ramifications. This essay agrees that an increase in
technology is beneficial to students and teachers. This essalr will discuss both points of
view.

It is clear that the Irrternet has provided studen.ts with access to more information than
ever before. Moreclver, learners have the ab:ility to research a:nd learn about any subject
at the touch of a button. It is therefore agreed that technology is a very worthwhile tool
for education. Wikipedia is a prime exampie, where students can simply type in any
keyword and gain access to in-depth knowledge quickly and easily.

However, many disagree and feei that technology deprives people of real human
interaction. Human interaction teaches people'valuable skill.s such as discourse, debate
and empathy. Despite this, human interaction is still possible through the Internet and
this essay disagrees technolory should be ctismissed tbr this reason. For instance, Skype
and Facebook make it possible for people to interact in ways that were never before
possible.

While the benefits of technologr, particularly the Internet, alXow students to tap in to
limitless sources «:f information, some still feel that pr:op1e should be wary of this new
phenomenon and not allow it to curb face-to-face interaction. However, as long as we are
careful to keep in mind the importance of human interaction in education, the
educational benefits are clearly positive.
Prohlem arrd Solution Queetions

Typical Question Words

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Problem and solution.

Cause and solution.

Example Question

Students are becoming more and more reliant on computers.

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What are some of the problems associated with reliance on computers, and what are
some of the possible solutions?

§tructure
Introduction

Sentence 1- Paraphrase Question

Sentence 2- Outline Sentence

Main Body Paragraph 1

Sentence 1- State Problem

Sentence 2- Explain problem

Sentence 3- Result

Sentence 4- Example

Melq-Epdy-Eqras{4pfrj
Sentence 1- State §olution

Sentence 2- Explain Solution

Sentence 3- Example

Conclusion

Sentence 1- Summary

Sentence 2- Recommendation or Prediction

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Sample Answer I
Learners are becoming ever more dependent on technolog¡r, sucir as the internet and
mobile devices. This essay will discuss one of the main probnems associated with \
dependence on computers and suggest a viable solution.

'The principal problem with over reliance ofl technology, such as tablets and computers,
is plagiarism. Students often use search errgines to answer ei question and simply copy
the text from a website, rather than thinking aboui the question. This practice is not
only prohibited in schools and universities, but also stunts a student's intellectual
development. For example, many teachers complain that students copy web pages
straight from Wikipedia word for word rather than giving a reasoned answer to their
questions.

A solution to this worrying problern is asking students to ernail their answers to teachers
ancl teachers using anti-plagiarism software to detect cop-ving. Moreover, students would
be made aware of tiris practice and this would inspire them to answer questions using
their own words, rather than someclrre else's. For instance, many universities already use
this kind software to scan cc,urse work for plagiarism and learners in both secondary
and tertiary education could extend it to include atrl homework.

In summary, one ofthe main problems with orrer-use of tectrnolo¡y in education is

plagiarism and this can be solved through the use of plagiarism detection software. It is
predicted that more and more students'will emaii their worl< to their teacher and this
work will be scrutinised for plagiarism
Tc¡o:Part Questions

§pical Question Words

There will normally be a statement and they will then ask you to answer to separate
questions.
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Earample Question

As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an
important element of individual wellbeing.

What factors contribute to job satisfaction?

How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers?

Structure
Intioduction
Sentence 1- Paraphrase Question

Sentence 2- Outline Sentence (mention both questions)

Main.Body Paragraph 1

Sentence, I
-,,Als*"r fi"rst question directly

Sentence 2- Explain why

Sentence 3- Further explain

Sentence 4- Example

Main Body Pqragraph. 2

Sentence 1- Answer second question directiy

Sentence 2- Explain rvhy

Sentence 3- Further explain

Sentence 4- Example

Conclusion

Sentence 1-'Summary
Sample Answer !

Learners are becoming ever more dependent on technologr, such as the internet and
mobiie devices. This essay will discuss one of the main probiems associated with
dependence on computers and suggest a vj.able solution.

The principal problem with over reliance oil tec:hnologSr, such as tablets and computers,
is plagiarism. Students often use search engines to answer a question and simply copy
the text from a website, rather than thinking about tire question. This practice is not
only prohibited in schools a.nd universities, burl also stunts a student's intellectual
development. For example, many teachers complain that str-rdents copy web pages
straight frorn Wikipedia word for word rather than giving a r:easoned answer to their
questions.

A solution to this worrying problem is asking students to email their ans\ñ¡ers to teachers
and teachers using anti-plagiarism software to detect cop-lring. Moreover, students would
be made aware of this practice and this would inspire them to answer questions using
their own words, rather than someclne else's. For instance, rna,ny universities aiready use
this kind software to scan course work for plagiarism and learners in both secondary
and tertiary education could extend it to inclutle all homewc¡rk.

In summary, one of the main problems with over-use: of technology in education is

plagiarism and this can be solved through the use of plagiarism detection software, It is
predicted that more and more students'wili email their work to their t"eacher and this
work will be scrutinised for plagiarism.