ADVANTAGES – DISADVANTAGES ESSAY
Exam question: Do you think/ To what extent the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Introduction: It is true/obvious that….. While I accept that….. can sometimes have a
positive effect on……, I believe that they are/ it is more likely to have a
detrimental/negative impact/consequences/ /
repercussions wreak havoc. (2 câu)
Body 1: On the one hand, it can be acknowledged that the merits of N are evident.
First advantage -> Reason -> Example/Result. Second advantage -> Reason -> Example/Result.
Body 2: However, I would argue that the drawbacks/minus points/ cons/ negative
aspects of N far outweigh/eclipse/ outstrip/ exceed aforementioned the benefits.
First disadvantage -> Reason-> Example/Result. Second disadvantage -> Reason -> - > Example/Result. In conclusion potential dangers , I would say the
of ….. are more significant than the possible benefits.
Or: In conclusion, after weighing the pros and cons, I would say/argue/ that the
pitfalls/hazards of… have significantly surpassed/exceeded/ eclipsed/outweighed the possible benefits. PRACTISE:
Task 1: There are more workers working from home and more students
studying from home. This is because computer technology is more and more
easily accessible and cheaper. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
working from home = working remotely = working from a distance = teleworker (n)
Studying from home = studying online (v) = online learning = virtual learning
Computer technology = information technology = innovation/advance/development of gadgets/devices
Accessible (adj) = connected = approachable =
Access (v) = approach (v) = expose
Cheap (adj)= low cost (n) = affordable (adj) = inexpensive (adj) Afford to purchase/buy
Task 2: It is now possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote natural
environment, such as the South Pole. Do the advantages of this development
outweigh the disadvantages?
Task 3: With many problems of transport and accommodation in cities, some
governments are encouraging businesses to move to rural areas. Do you think
the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?