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Giải đề thi IELTS Writing Task 2 ngày 03/03/2022 Some people think scientific research should focus on solving world health
problems . Others think that there are issues. more important d give Discuss both views an your opinion.
Some pe ople think scientific research should focus on solving world health
problems . Others think that there are give your more important
issues. Discuss both views
and opinion. RELATED QUESTIONS:
Question1: Research into medical treatments are essential to improve health and fight
disease. Who do you think should fund this research: individuals, private companies or governments?
Question2: "Prevention is better than cure." Out of a country's health budget, a large
proportion should be diverted from treatment to spending on health education and preventative
measures. To what extent do youwith this statement? agree or disagree
Question3: Some people say that the government should give priority to health care whereas others say
they should spend on other
important priorities
. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Phân tích đề
Phạm vi chủ đề: Nghiên cứu khoa học, giải quyết các vấn đề sức khỏe, các vấn đề khác
Nhiệm vụ: Bàn luận về cả 2 phía và đưa r a ý kiến 
Giải thích tại sao nghiên cứu khoa học để giải quyết các vấn đề sức khỏe quan trọng 
Giải thích tại có những vấn đề khác cũng cần khoa học nghiên cứu 
So sánh sự quan trọng của cả hai
Định nghĩa các khái niệm có trong đề:
scientific research: nghiên cứu khoa học  focus on: tập trung vào  
solve world health problems: giải quyết các vấn
đề về sức khỏe trên lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371 thế giới Dàn bài chi tiết lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371 lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
Các ý tưởng khác có thể sử dụng
Nên nghiên cứu vấn đề sức khỏe
Nên nghiên cứu những vấn đề khác
Khi nghiên cứu giải quyết được những vấn đề Nghiên cứu về công nghệ có thể giúp cho tất cả
về sức khỏe, nhiều mặt khác của con người sẽ những lĩnh vực khác. Ví dụ:
được cải thiện. Khi không có sức khoẻ, con
y học phát triển phần lớn nhờ vào người không
thể làm được việc gì khác.
công nghệ → nghiên cứu, chẩn đoán ,
chữa trị tốt hơn nhờ công nghệ.
How to support your idea
Body 1: because they are closely related to human lives = should not be
If scientists could dedicate more time and effort to studying treatments for many fatal diseases, such as
cancer, they could be entirely treated or prevented, and billions of people’s lives could be saved. An example
of this is the case of the COVID-19 pandemic, in which millions of people lost their lives, and the number
could have been even larger if research for COVID vaccines and treatments had not been the top priority of many governments. Body 2:
Other areas such as environmental and economic issues
neglected because they are, in many ways, determinants of health issues as well
Regarding the environment, if humans had carried out more research to find solutions to pollution, loss of
biodiversity, or deforestation, many people's health or even lives could have not been at risk. There are
also economic problems like poverty or inflation that affect many aspects of well-being, including poor
living conditions, healthcare accessibility, and resources for health promotion. Hence, if poverty can be
tackled by intensive study, it may be a preemptive measure to ensure public health. Thus, resolving threats
to wellness requires a combination of research in different fields. ANOTHER WAY:
Body 1: Viết về quan điểm số 2 (Others think that there are more important issues)
There are many other pressing global issues. >>
Main idea 1: Climate Change Supporting idea: lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
This would cause more severe weather, crises with food and resources and the spread of diseases.
The reduction of greenhouse emissions and the spreading of education on the
importance of going green can help make a big difference
Example: The global temperatures are rising, and are estimated to increase from 2.6
degrees Celsius to 4.8 degrees Celsius by 2100.
Main idea 2: Lack of Education Supporting idea:
More than 72 million children throughout the globe that are of the age to be in
primary education are not enrolled in school.
This can be attributed to inequality and marginalization as well as poverty. >>
Body 2: Viết về quan điểm số 1 & nêu rõ mình ủng hộ quan điểm này (Some people
think scientific research should
focus on solving world health problems)
Main idea 1: Outbreaks of infectious diseases, foodborne illnesses, or contaminated
pharmaceuticals and other products, cannot only spread from country to country but
also impact trade and travel Supporting idea: It is necessary to build these first lines
of defense to better prevent, detect, and respond to disease. Example: …..
Main idea 2: Improvements in global health leads to a stronger economy Supporting idea:
Example: In the case of COVID-19, the disease spread rapidly across the globe and
many nations reached the brink of recession >> that pandemic is just one example of
numerous scenarios that, if not addressed, could threaten lives around the world. VOCABULARY USEFUL STRUCTURES:
- It is argued that = some who contend - should be devoted to
- it is important that adequate attention is given to …
- be presented as a more affordable option
- there are more pressing problems to focus on - USEFUL EXPRESSSIONS: lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
- addressing global health issues = solving global health issues - medication
- new and more affordable alternatives - infection rate
it is reasonable for science …….. scientific research
= science = research place emphasis on = the prime mission of = should focus =
solving world health problems =
addressing health issues = to enhance human welfare =
to attach importance to dealing with health concerns = more important issues =
other problems should be prioritized = studying other issues = besides health challenges Vocabulary 1.
place (great) emphasis on/ put (great) emphasis on: đặt trọng tâm vào 2.
human welfare: phúc lợi con
dedicate time and effort to something người 3.
: dành nhiều thời gian và nỗ lực hơn cho cái gì đó 4.
: những bệnh hiểm nghèo fatal diseases 5. ưu tiên hàng đầu top priority : 6.
Determinant (n): yếu tố quyết định 7.
poor living conditions: điều kiện sống kém, tệ hại 8.
a preemptive measure: một biện pháp phủ đầu 9.
carry out research: thực hiện nghiên cứu 10.
loss of biodiversity: sự mất đa dạng sinh học lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371 WORD LIST: ENGLISH TIẾNG VIỆT More pressing problems
Nhiều vấn đề cấp bách hơn Adequate attention Sự quan tâm đầy đủ
To find it difficult for sth
Cảm thấy cái gì đó khó khăn
Protected from diseases
Được bảo vệ khỏi bệnh tật
New and more affordable alternatives
Các lựa chọn thay thế mới và rẻ hơn Medication Thuốc thang
To administer a vaccine Tiêm vắc xin
By a considerable margin
Bằng một khoảng đáng kể
More deserving of attention
Đáng được quan tâm hơn
To suffer from crop shortages
Chịu sự thiếu hụt thu hoạch từ mùa vụ
Withstand harsh conditions
Chịu được các điều kiện khắc nghiệt
Plights on global health
Vấn đề nguy hiểm ảnh hưởng tới sức khỏe toàn cầu SAMPLE 1:
It is argued that scientific research should be devoted to addressing global health issues, but there are some who contend that
there are more pressing
problems to focus on. This essay discusses both sides of this argument and why I partially agree lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371 difficult to afford with the latter opinion. scientists could strive to
To begin with, some argue it is important that adequate attention is given to solving global health issues. Currently, there are
many people who are finding it
medicine to be protected from diseases. To address this, devise new and more affordable were then considerable margi an lt ernatives so that However tho , o se the peo rs a ple rcgue an litha
ve th ealthily in the long-term. This is evident with the Hepatitis B vaccine, as prior to its invention, medication attention
for t r eating the virus was expensive.
However, once the vaccine was presented as a more affordable option, more people administered the vaccine and the infection
numerous factors such could be
rate had decreased by a
devoted to harsh condition .
there are other issues that are more deserving of
solutions to curb the effects of it.
from scientific research. One of them is global famine, as there are
some regions in the world that are suffering from crop shortages due to as poor soil quality and pests. Therefore, scientific
research creating new genetically-modified crops that could withstand
s. Another critical issue is global warming, as it could pose a
greater threat to all life on Earth than most plights on global health . Hence, scientific research could be valuable in finding
the causes of it as well as relevant
In conclusion, I agree that while it is important that scientific research should be dedicated to solving
global health problems, there are more critical issues that need
to be addressed such as reducing famine and mitigating global warming. SAMPLE 2:
While some people believe that science should place emphasis on addressing
health issues, opponents suggest that other problems should be prioritized. As I believe
the prime mission of research is to enhance human welfare, studying other health
challenges can also contribute to this. issues besides
On the one hand, it is reasonable for science to attach importance to dealing with health concerns
because they are closely related to human lives. If scientists could dedicate more time and effort to
studying treatments for many fatal diseases, such as cancer, they could be entirely treated or
prevented, and billions of people’s lives could be saved. An example of this is the case of the COVID-
19 pandemic, in which millions of people lost their lives, and the number could have been even larger
if research for COVID vaccines and treatments had not been the top priority of many governments.
However, other areas such as environmental and economic issues should not be neglected because
they are, in many ways, determinants of health issues as well. Regarding the environment, if humans
had carried out more research to find solutions to pollution, loss of biodiversity, or deforestation, many
people's health or even lives could have not been at risk. There are also economic problems like
poverty or inflation that affect many aspects of well-being, including poor living conditions, healthcare
accessibility, and resources for health promotion. Hence, if poverty can be tackled by intensive study, it
may be a preemptive measure to ensure public health. Thus, resolving threats to wellness requires a
combination of research in different fields. lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
All things considered, although health research can help save lives, there may be issues in other areas that
warrant scientific attention, like environmental and economic ones, as they can also have an influence on human flourishing.
Some people say that government should give priority to health care whereas
others say they should spend on other important priorities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people say that government should give priority to health care
whereas others say they should spend on other important priorities .
Discuss both views and give your opinion. Outline Essay Type Discussion Essay Introduction
Paraphrase the topic sentence.
Clearly mention the view on the essay topic. Body
Paragraph 1 – A certain amount of tax money has to go to healthcare services.
Today, a number of particular diseases are on the rise in terms of popularity,
and it would be costly to supply vaccines, medicines, or treatments.
Paragraph 2 – Healthcare is not the only industry that needs money to be kept
running. Take education as an example. The quality of the schooling system is
proportional to the competence of the future workforce. Conclusion
Conclude the essay by summarizing the topic and the final view. Vocabulary •
Allocate: Distribute (resources or duties) for a particular purpose
==>in past years we didn’t allocate enough funds to infrastructure maintenance lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371 • Respiratory: Relating to or affecting respiration
==>We transferred the patient to the intensive care unit for respiratory and inotropic support. •
Fumes: An amount of gas or vapour that smells strongly or is dangerous to inhale
==>clouds of exhaust fumes spewed by cars •
Emissions: The production and discharge of something, especially gas or radiation
==>the effects of lead emission on health • Remedy: A medicine or treatment for a disease or injury
==>Once estrogen replacement is prescribed, a medical practitioner calibrates the remedy. •
Proportional: corresponding in size or amount to something else
==>the punishment should be proportional to the crime.
range of reasons why the government SAMPLE 1:
Some people hold the view that the government should give priority to
health care. But I believe that there are more important domains that require the Government’s support.
There are a should give health care first priorities. First of all, highly-developed health care is
able to produce an effective guarantee towards people’s health. Since those who catch illness
can receive imminent and valid treatment, and it also prohibit the propagation of diseases.
Besides that, facilitating the development of health care can lead to an economical
advancement of the society. Because the improvement of health care will generate an
increasing amount of medicine in utilization, leading to bumper benefits. Also, it also impacts
the employment rate in a positive way. The development in health care will cause an enormous
amount of job vacancy in medical domain.
However, I believe that there are more crucial areas deserving the government’s priorities.
Because I reckon that the development of health care should base on advanced education. I
disapprove that the health care will progress in when people in this area fail to possess sufficient lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
empirical knowledge. Meanwhile, to cure some perplexing diseases, like cancer, require cutting-
edge technology. Moreover, economy also plays an important role in improving health care.
Abundant financial support is the preliminary desire of developing anything.
In conclusion, a variety of people would like the government to pay the foremost attention to
health care, while I believe that the government should give priority to more important areas. SAMPLE 2:
Some people say governments should give priority to health care, while others believe taxpayers'
money should be spent on other important priorities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many people claim that governance's primary attention should be its citizen healthiness system,
while others defend that it is essential to prioritize other fields. This essay discusses the benefits of
investing in health care services, and also in other primaries.
On the one hand, it would seem that the well-being of a Denizen must be guaranteed because it
yields the prosperity of society. Pursuing this further, the absence of a health care leads to the
increasing rate of mortality and the decrease of quality life provided to a citizen. For instance, a
newborn needs to take some vaccines during the first days of life to prevent some early diseases
and other contamination; Otherwise, the baby may develop certain issues, resulting in a weak
immune system and possibly dying. As a result, the next generations could face some hazards.
On the other hand, other priorities are equally important, needing financial support from the
government since they also represent a significant role in society. For example, education branches
need complete cover because a sound education system concedes to students necessary conditions
for their learning journey, such as available educational tools, research programs, and others more.
Owing to this, students can either produce, construct, and contribute to public development or
prepared to face quotidian and market problems. Another relevant department is public safety,
which concerns people's life preservation as individuals and as a group, allowing them to feel safe and secure.
To conclude, governments should probe and finance all the essential areas to maintain the
continuing welfare of society. On balance, as far I am concerned, health care is crucial because life
is only one, and without it, we would not be able to enjoy the opportunities given; Hence, all the
efforts to guarantee this need to be done. Sample 3
People hold different views about how our tax money should be spent. While I agree that
medical care is a field that requires huge investments, I believe that the government
should also allocate the money for other priorities, such as education and transport. lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
On the one hand, a certain amount of tax money has to go to healthcare services. Today,
a number of particular diseases are on the rise in terms of popularity, and it would be
costly to supply vaccines, medicines, or treatments. For example, a large proportion of
the population is now suffering from respiratory diseases or lung cancer due to exhaust
fumes from vehicles and gas emissions from industrial factories. The remedies for those
patients and the treatment facilities are often expensive, and the hospitals may find
themselves in the struggle with financial problems without assistance from the tax system.
On the other hand, healthcare is not the only industry that needs money to be kept
running. Take education as an example. The quality of the schooling system is
proportional to the competence of the future workforce. Therefore, a country can benefit
from such skillful human resources in the long-term if they invest the tax budget to build
schools, provide lecturers with training courses, or hire native speakers to teach a foreign
language. Moreover, the government should also spend money on solving transport
problems. Traffic congestion is a global issue these days, and we can only handle the
scenario if new highways are opened, and narrow public roads are expanded.
In conclusion, I believe that the government should use tax-payers’ money to improve not
only the healthcare services, but also the education and transportation system.
Some people say governments should give priority to health care, while others believe taxpayers'
money should be spent on other important priorities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. SAMPLE 4:
Many people claim that governance's primary attention should be its citizen healthiness system,
while others defend that it is essential to prioritize other fields. This essay discusses the benefits of
investing in health care services, and also in other primaries.
On the one hand, it would seem that the well-being of a Denizen must be guaranteed because it
yields the prosperity of society. Pursuing this further, the absence of a health care leads to the
increasing rate of mortality and the decrease of quality life provided to a citizen. For instance, a
newborn needs to take some vaccines during the first days of life to prevent some early diseases
and other contamination; Otherwise, the baby may develop certain issues, resulting in a weak
immune system and possibly dying. As a result, the next generations could face some hazards.
On the other hand, other priorities are equally important, needing financial support from the
government since they also represent a significant role in society. For example, education branches
need complete cover because a sound education system concedes to students necessary conditions
for their learning journey, such as available educational tools, research programs, and others more.
Owing to this, students can either produce, construct, and contribute to public development or lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
prepared to face quotidian and market problems. Another relevant department is public safety,
which concerns people's life preservation as individuals and as a group, allowing them to feel safe and secure.
To conclude, governments should probe and finance all the essential areas to maintain the
continuing welfare of society. On balance, as far I am concerned, health care is crucial because life
is only one, and without it, we would not be able to enjoy the opportunities given; Hence, all the
efforts to guarantee this need to be done.
Some people say that the government should give priority to health care whereas
others say they should spend on other important priorities. Discuss both views and give your opinion
People are divided on the issue of the allocation of funds for healthcare by the governments.
People are divided on the issue of the allocation of funds for healthcare by the governments.
Some opine that health care is a crucial facet that governments have to pay attention to. Others,
however, believe that there exist other areas on which governments should attach equal or even
more weight. This essay intends to analyze both perspectives. I, however, side with the latter view.
On the one hand, prioritizing healthcare would lead to a healthier and happier society. It is quite
obvious that the people would be less economically burdened if governments prioritize health
care. It would make it more convenient and cost-effective for the public to see a doctor. For
example, the financial support from governments is likely to make various medicines and
treatments more affordable to people who are not so well-off. Compared with the situation
where citizens have to bear the cost totally by themselves, the economical pressure will be much relieved.
However, governments’ investment should not be confined within the boundary of health care.
Education, which concerns the long-term development of the whole nation, should also receive
similar funds. Primary education should be free and mandatory. Higher education should be
highly subsidized for students whose families are under the poverty line.
Apart from education, it is also advisable that taxpayers’ money should be distributed to public
facilities, which will not only benefit every citizen’s daily life, but also attract more investment and
create more job opportunities. Public transport should be improved so that more and more
people like to opt for it. Condition of roads should be bettered. Facilities for the elderly cannot be
ignored in the greying society of today.
To sum up, the allotment of governments’ funds should equally go to more sectors, which will
exert more influence on public and the society as a whole, although the importance of health
care can not be underestimated. lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
Some people say that government should give priority to health care whereas
others say they should spend on other important priorities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people hold the view that the government should give priority to
health care. But I believe that there are more important domains that require the Government’s support. There are
a range of reasons why the government should give health care first priorities. First of all, highly-
developed health care is able to produce an effective guarantee towards people’s health. Since
those who catch illness can receive imminent and valid treatment, and it also prohibit the
propagation of diseases. Besides that, facilitating the development of health care can lead to an
economical advancement of the society. Because the improvement of health care will generate
an increasing amount of medicine in utilization, leading to bumper benefits. Also, it also impacts
the employment rate in a positive way. The development in health care will cause an enormous
amount of job vacancy in medical domain.
However, I believe that there are more crucial areas deserving the government’s priorities.
Because I reckon that the development of health care should base on advanced education. I
disapprove that the health care will progress in when people in this area fail to possess sufficient
empirical knowledge. Meanwhile, to cure some perplexing diseases, like cancer, require cutting-
edge technology. Moreover, economy also plays an important role in improving health care.
Abundant financial support is the preliminary desire of developing anything.
In conclusion, a variety of people would like the government to pay the foremost attention to
health care, while I believe that the government should give priority to more important areas. ….
Scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the
governments rather than private companies. Do you agree or disagree?
Scientific research should be funded by governments rather than
commercial organizations. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Essay Plan : lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
Introduction : (1) refer to the statement (2) opinion: recognize the arguments
for the opposing view, but agree with the statement
Paragraph 2 : two dangers of private conduct of research (1) results may be
flawed, due to profit motive – example, thalidomide (malformed births) (2)
ethical – social consequences of research are not prioritized – example, GM crops.
Paragraph 3 : governments should control research (1) universities can
conduct high-quality research and share knowledge (2) expenditure on areas
of research can be prioritized – example: renewable energy. Conclusion : agree with the statement. Vocabulary : Business and money: To maximize profits
Meaning: to increase profits to the highest possible level
Example: The company has hired a marketing consultant to recommend
how to maximize profits next year.
• To break into new markets
Meaning: to enter new markets that are difficult to enter
Example: It is difficult to break into new markets for designer sportswear,
because there is too much competition for leading markets like Nike.
• To gain a competitive edge
Meaning: to achieve an advantage over another company or organization,
often by providing goods or services at a lower price.
Example: The high quality of vw cars has enabled the company to gain a
competitive edge over all its rivals in world markets. Genetic Engineering: • Genetic engineering
Meaning: the science of changing how a living creature or plant develops by
changing the information in its genes.
Example: Scientists have used genetic engineering to protect tomatoes
against the effect of freezing temperatures. lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
• Genetically-modified (GM) crops
Meaning: plants used in agriculture, the DNA of which has been changed by
using genetic engineering techniques.
Example: There is a scientific consensus that currently-available food derived
from GM crops poses no greater risk to human health than conventional food. • Unproven effects
Meaning: effects which have not been tested or shown to be true Example:
Critics of GM crops argue that the unproven effects of this technology may
have disastrous results in the future. • To damage ecosystems
Meaning: to harm the physical environment in which all the plants and animals
living in a particular area are able to survive.
Example: Genetic applications in agriculture have many unknown effects, one
of which is that they may damage ecosystems and threaten many species. • To meddle with nature
Meaning: to try to change or to have an influence on the environment,
especially by acting in a way that is not scientific.
Example: Some scientists have said that GM crops mean more plentiful food,
but opponents argue that we do not know the consequences of meddling with nature. Government:
• To allocate resources to
Meaning: to make money and materials available to do something.
Example: If governments allocate more resources to improving public
transport, this will reduce the problem of traffic congestion in cities. • To provide funding for
Meaning: to give money to enable something to be done
Example: Providing funding for health care must be a priority of governments.
• Government decision-making
Meaning: the process of deciding about something official Example: Pressure
groups are sometimes able to influence government decisionmaking.
• To prioritize expenditure on
Meaning: to put the need to spend money on certain things first. lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
Example: I believe that it is important to prioritize expenditure on medical
research in order to save lives. The Environment: • Renewable energy
Meaning: energy is renewable when its source, like the sun or wind, cannot be
exhausted or can easily be replaced (like wood, as we can plant trees for energy).
Example: More money is required from government funds to help companies
to develop renewable energy, such as companies which produce solar panels for buildings.
At present, scientific research across the world is carried out and controlled sometimes
by governments, sometimes by private companies. While there are some arguments
favouring scientific research by corporations, I agree that this should be funded and supervised by the state.
The private sector argues that it is willing to undertake scientific research, but there are
two significant dangers in this. In terms of the quality and objectivity of the research itself,
corporations that carry this out may be tempted to manipulate results in order to maximize
profits. There have been numerous scandals as a result of new products being introduced
hurriedly after inadequate trials. For example, thalidomide, developed by a German drug
company, resulted in the birth of thousands of malformed children. From an ethical
perspective, leaving research into areas such as genetic engineering in the hands of
corporations may have profound social consequences -such as GM crops, with unproven
effects which may destroy whole ecosystems as a result of meddling with nature.
Although governments have to allocate resources to many areas of public spending, it is
essential that they be responsible for scientific research. Firstly, the highest standards
can be set by providing funding for university departments to carry out highquality
research designed to benefit society, not to break into new markets or to gain a
competitive edge. Knowledge thus gained can be shared worldwide throughout the
academic community. Secondly, government-decision making is the best way to prioritize
expenditure on specific areas of research, taking into consideration the needs of society,
both present and future. One example is the development of renewable energy to meet growing demands. lOMoAR cPSD| 61470371
In conclusion, I agree strongly with the view that governments should bear sole
responsibility for scientific research. 286 words