Monday, May 14, 2007

Model of an essay comparing advantages and disadvantages

Some people believe that today’s TV programs promote good development among children, but others believe that they are dangerous to their mental growth. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of TV shows for children?
[The above line is the instruction for IELTS Task 2. Below is the outline of an essay in response to that task. Notice how the writer organizes his ideas in accordance with the instruction!]
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Advantages:

TV provides education and broadens their knowledge
It also is cost-efficient; it delivers knowledge without forcing them to go out or spend some additional money

Disadvantages:

TV may peg children on their sofas, making them move less and socialize less

Some popular contents may lead them to adopt wrong values.

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