15 BÀI MẪU

BAND 9 DẠNG OPINION

TRONG IELTS WRITING

Trích từ “Tuyển tập hướng dẫn phân tích bài mẫu band 9 của thầy Simon”

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T o p i c 1 : A s w e l l a s m ak i n g m o n e y , b u s i n e s s e s a l s o h a v e s o c i al r e s p o n s i b i l i t i e s . T o w h a t
extent do you agree or disagree?
Businesses have always sought to make a profit, but it is becoming increasingly
common to hear people talk about the social obligations that companies have. I
completely agree with the idea that businesses should do more for society than
s i m p l y m a ke m o n e y .
On the one hand, I accept that businesses must make money in order to survive
in a competitive world. It seems logical that the priority of any company should
be to cover its running costs, such as employees’ wages and payments for
buildings and utilities. On top of these costs, companies also need to invest in
improvements and innovations if they wish to remain successful. If a company is
u n a b l e t o p a y i t s b i l l s o r m e e t t h e c h a n g in g n e e d s o f c u st o m e r s , a n y c o n c er n s a b o u t
s o c i a l r e sp o n s i b i l i t i e s b e c o m e i r r e l e v a n t . I n o t h e r w o r d s , a c o m p a n y c a n o n l y m a k e a
p o s i t i v e c o n t r i b u t i o n t o s o c i et y i f i t i s i n g o o d f i n a n c i a l h e a l t h .
On the other hand, companies should not be run with the sole aim of maximising
profit; they have a wider role to play in society. One soc ial obligation that owners
a n d m a n a g er s h a v e i s t o t r e a t t h e i r e m p l o y ee s w e l l , r a t h e r t h a n e x p l o i t i n g t h e m . F or
example, they could pay a “living wage” to ensure that workers have a good
quality of life. I also like the idea that businesses could use a pro portion of their
profits to support local charities, environmental projects or education initiatives .
Finally, instead of trying to minimise their tax payments by using accounting
loopholes, I believe that company bosses should be happy to contribute to so ciety
through the tax system.
In conclusion, I believe that companies should place as much importance on their
s o c i a l r e s p o n s i b i l i t i es a s t h e y d o o n t h ei r f i n a n c i a l o b j e c t i v e s .
(285 words, band 9)
Useful vocabulary:
1. Social obligations: những ràng buộc xã hội
2. A competitive world: một thế giới đầy sự cạnh tranh
3. Meet the changing needs of customers = satisfy customers’ changing needs:
đáp ứng nhu cầu luôn thay đổi từ khách hàng
4. Social responsibilities : các trách nhiệm đối với xã hội
5. In good financial health: tình hình tài chính ổn định
6. The sole aim of maximizing profit : chỉ với mục đích tối đa hóa lợi nhuận

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 T o p i c 2 : A l t h o u g h m o r e a n d m o r e p e o p l e r e ad n e w s o n t h e I n t e r n e t , n e w s p a p e r s w i l l
remain the most important source of news. Do you agree or disagree?

The Internet is beginning to rival newspapers as the best place to find information
about what is happening in the world. I believe that this trend will continue, and
t h e I n t e r n e t w i l l s o o n b e j u s t a s i m p o rt a n t a s t h e t r a d i t i o n a l p r e s s .

On the one hand, I believe that newspapers will continue to be a vital source
of information, even in the Internet age. Firstly, newspapers are the most
traditional means of communicating the news, and not everyone wants to or is
able to use the Internet instead. For example, old people or those in rural areas
m i g h t n o t h a v e t h e a b i l i t y o r o p p o r t u n it y t o g et o n l i n e , w h i l e m a n y o f u s s i m p l y
p r e f er n e w sp a p e r s e ve n i f w e d o h a v e I n t e r n e t a c c e s s . S e c o n d l y , n e w s p a p e r s c a n
b e t r u s t e d a s r e l i a b l e s o u r c e s o f n e w s b e c a u s e t h e y e m p l o y p r o f es s i o n a l j o u r n a l i s t s
a n d e d it o r s . F i n a l l y , m a n y p e o p l e l i k e t h e e x p e r i e n c e o f h o l d i n g a n d r e a d i n g a
paper rather than looking at a computer screen.

H o w e v e r , t h e In t er n et i s l i k e l y t o b ec o m e j u st a s p o p u l a r a s n ew s p a p e r s f o r a v a r i e t y
of reasons. The main reason is that it allows us much faster access to news in real
time and wherever we are, on dif ferent gadgets and mobile devices. Another key
benefit of online news compared to newspapers is the ability to share articles,
discuss them with other people, give our views, and even contribute with our own
updates on social media. For example, there has been an explosion in the use of
p l a t f o r m s l i k e T w i t t er a n d Y o u Tu b e w h er e a n y o n e c a n s h a r e t h e i r n e w s a n d v i e w s . A
f i n a l p o i n t i s t h at t h i s s o u r c e o f n e w s i s l e s s d a m a g i n g t o t h e e n v i r o n m e n t .

In conclusion, I disagree with the view that newspapers will con tinue to be the
main source of news, because I believe that the Internet will soon be equally
important.

(300 words, band 9)

Useful vocabulary:
1. The traditional press: báo chí truy ền thống
2. A vital source of information: m ột nguồn thông tin quan trọng
3. The Internet age: th ời đại Internet
4 . S o c i a l m e d i a : t ru y ề n t h ô n g
5 . A n e x p l o s i o n i n t h e u s e o f p l a t f o r m s : s ự b ù n g n ổ t ro n g v i ệ c s ử d ụ n g n h ữ n g ứ n g d ụ n g

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T o p i c 3 : I n s o m e c o u n t ri e s , m a n y m o r e p e o p l e a r e c h o o s i n g t o l i v e a l on e n o w a d a y s t h an
in the past. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
In recent years, it has become far more normal for people to live alone,
particularly in large cities in the developed world. In my opinion, this trend could
have both positive and negative consequences in equal measure.

The rise in one-person households can be seen as positive for both personal and
broader economic reasons. On an individual level, people who choose to live
alone may become more independent and self -reliant than those who live with
family members. A young adult who lives alone, for example, will need to learn
to cook, clean, pay bills and manage his or her budget, all of which are valuable
life skills; an increase in the number of such individuals can certainly be seen
as a positive development. From an economic perspective , the trend towards
l i v i n g a l o n e w i l l r e s u l t i n g r e a t e r d e m a n d f o r h o u s i n g . T h i s i s l i ke l y t o b e n e f i t
t h e c o n s t ru c t i o n i n d u s t r y , e s t a t e a g e n t s a n d a w h o l e h o s t o f o t h e r c o m p a n i e s
t h a t r el y o n h o m e o w n e r s t o b u y t h ei r p r o d u c t s o r s e r v i c e s .

However, the personal and economic arguments given above can be considered
f r o m t h e o p p o s i t e an g l e . F i r s t l y , r a t h e r t h a n t h e p o s i t i v e f e e l i n g o f i n c r e a s ed
i n d e p e n d e n c e , p eo p l e w h o l i v e a l o n e ma y e x p e r i e n c e f e e l i n g s o f l o n e l i n e s s ,
i s o l a t i o n a n d w o r r y . Th e y m i s s o u t o n t h e em o t io n a l s u p p o r t a n d d a i l y c o n v e r s a t i o n
that family or flatmates can provide, and they must bear the weigh t of all
household bills and responsibilities; in this sense, perhaps the trend towards
living alone is a negative one. Secondly, from the financial point of view, a rise
in demand for housing is likely to push up property prices and rents. While this
may benefit some businesses, the general population, including those who live
alone, will be faced with rising living costs.
In conclusion, the increase in one -person households will have both beneficial
a n d d e t r i m e n t a l e f f ec t s o n i n d i v i d u a l s a n d o n t h e e c o n o m y .

(306 words-band 9)
Useful vocabulary:
1. One-person households: nh ững hộ gia đình có một người
2 . F r o m a n e c o n o m i c p e r s p e c t i v e : t h e o g ó c đ ộ ki n h t ế
3. Greater demand for housing: nhu c ầu lớn hơn về nhà ở
4. The construction industry: ngành xây d ựng
5 . F e e l i n g s o f l o n el i n e s s , i s o l a t i o n a n d w o r ry : c ả m g i á c c ô đ ơ n , x a l á n h v à l o l ắ n g
6 . E m o t i o n a l s u p p o rt : ủ n g h ộ v ề m ặ t t ì n h c ả m

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 Topic 4: Some people who have been in prison become good citizens later, and it is often
a r g u e d t h a t t h e s e a r e t h e b e s t p e o pl e t o t a l k t o t e e n a g e r s a b o u t t h e d a n g e r s o f
committing a crime. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is true that ex-prisoners can become normal, productive members of society. I

completely agree with the idea that allowing such people to speak to teenagers
about their experiences is the best way to discourage them from breaking the
law.

In my opinion, teenagers are more likely to accept advice from someone who can
speak from experience. Reformed offenders can tell young people about how they
became involved in crime, the dangers of a criminal lifestyle, and what life in
p r i s o n i s r e a l l y l i k e . T h e y c a n a l s o d i s p e l a n y i d e a s t h a t t e e n a g er s m a y h a v e a b o u t
criminals leading glamorous lives. While adolescents are often indifferent to the
guidance given by older people, I imagine that most of them would be extremely
k e e n t o h e a r t h e s t o r i e s o f a n e x - o f f en d er . T h e v i v i d a n d p er h a p s sh o c k i n g n a t u r e of
t h e s e st o r i e s i s l i k e l y t o h a v e a p o w e r f u l i m p a c t .

The alternatives to using reformed criminals to educate teenagers about crime

would be much less effective. One option would be for police officers to visit
schools and talk to young people. This could be useful in terms of informing teens
about what happens to lawbreakers when they are caught, but young people are
often reluctant to take advice from figures of authority. A second option would
be for school teachers to speak to their students about crime, but I doubt that
students would see teachers as credible sources of information about this topic.
Finally, educational films might be informative, but there would be no
opportunity for young people to interact and ask questions.

In conclusion, I fully support the view that people who have turned their lives
a r o u n d a f t e r s e r v i n g a p r i s o n s e n t e n c e c o u l d h e l p t o d e t er t e e n a g e r s f r o m
committing crimes.

(287 words, band 9)

Useful vocabulary:
1. Speak from experience: nói t ừ trải nghiệm
2. Reformed offenders=rehabilitated prisoners: t ội nhân đã được cải tạo
3. Have a powerful impact=have a huge influence: có m ột ảnh hưởng mạnh mẽ
4. L a w b r e a ke r s = o f f e n d e r s = c r i m i n a l s : t ộ i n h â n
5. F i r g u r e s o f a u t h o ri t i e s = a u t h o r i t y f i g u r e s : n h â n v ậ t c ó q u y ề n l ự c

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Topic 5: The older generations tend to have very traditional ideas about how people
s h o u l d l i v e , t hi n k a n d b e h a v e . H o w e v e r , s o m e p e o p l e b e l i e v e t h a t t h e s e i d e a s a r e n o t
h e l p f u l i n p r e p a ri n g y o u n g e r g e n e r a t i o n s f o r m o d e r n l i f e . T o w h a t e x t e n t d o y o u a g r e e
or disagree with this view?

It is true that many older people believe in traditional values that often seem
incompatible with the needs of younger people. While I agree that some
traditional ideas are outdated, I believe that others are still useful and s hould
not be forgotten.

O n t h e o n e h a n d , m a n y o f t h e i d e a s t h a t el d e r l y p e o p l e h a v e a b o u t l i f e a re
becoming less relevant for younger people. In the past, for example, people were
a d v i s e d t o l e a r n a p ro f e s s i o n a n d f i n d a s e c u r e j o b f o r l i f e, b u t t o d a y ’ s w o r ke r s
expect much more variety and diversity from their careers. At the same time, the
r u l e s a r o u n d r e l a t i o n sh i p s a r e b e i n g er o d e d a s y o u n g a d u lt s m a k e t h e i r o w n c h o i c es
about who and when to marry. But perhaps the greatest dispari ty between the
g e n e r a t i o n s c a n b e s e en i n t h e i r a t t i t u d e s t o w a r d s g en d er r o l e s . T h e t r a d i t i o n a l r o l e s
of men and women, as breadwinners and housewives , are no longer accepted as
necessary or appropriate by most younger people.

On the other hand, some trad itional views and values are certainly applicable to
t h e m o d e r n w o r l d . F o r e x a m p l e , o l d e r g en e r a t i o n s a t t a c h g r e a t i m p o r t a n c e t o
working hard, doing one’s best, and taking pride in one’s work, and these
behaviours can surely benefit young people as they en ter today’s competitive job
m a r k e t . O t h e r c h a r a c t e r i s t i c s t h a t a r e p e rh a p s s e e n a s t r a d i t i o n a l a re
politeness and good manners. In our globalised world , young adults can expect
to come into contact with people from a huge variety of backgrounds , and it is
more important than ever to treat others with respect. Finally, I believe that
young people would lead happier lives if they had a more ‘old -fashioned’ sense
of community and neighbourliness.

I n c o n c lu s i o n , a lt h o u g h t h e v i e w s o f o l d er p e o p l e m a y s o m et i m e s s e e m u n h e lp f u l in
t o d a y ’ s w o rl d , w e s h o u l d n o t d i s m i s s a l l t r a d i t i o n a l i d e a s a s i r r e l e v a n t .

(299 words, band 9)

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 Useful vocabulary:

1. F i n d a s e c u r e j o b : t ì m m ộ t c ô n g v i ệ c đ ảm b ả o
2. Gender roles: vai trò c ủa các giới
3. B r e a d w i n n e r s a n d h o u s e w i v e s : t r ụ c ộ t và n g ư ờ i p h ụ n ữ t r o n g g i a đ ì n h
4. T a ke p r i d e i n o n e ’ s w o r k = p r i d e o n e s e l f o n h i s w o r k: t ự h à o v ề c ô n g v i ệ c c ủ a m ì n h
5. P o l i t en e s s a n d g o o d m a n n e r s : s ự l ị c h s ự v à c á c h c ư x ử đ ú n g m ự c

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T o p i c 6 : W i l d a n i m al s h a v e n o p l a c e i n t h e 2 1 s t c e n t u r y , s o p r o t e c t i n g t h e m i s a w a s t e
of resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people argue that it is pointless to spend money on the protection of wild
animals because humans have no need for them. I completely disagree with this
point of view.

I n m y o p i n i o n , i t i s ab s u r d t o a r g u e t h a t w i l d a n i m a l s h a v e n o p l a c e i n t h e 2 1 s t
century. I do not believe that planet Earth exists only for the benefit of humans,
and there is nothing special about this particular century that means that we
suddenly have the right to allow or encourage the extinction of any species .
Furthermore, there is no compelling reason why we should let animals die out.
We do not need to exploit or destroy every last square metre of land in order to
feed or accommodate the world’s population. There is plenty of room for us to
exist side by side with wild animals, and this should be our aim.

I also disagree with the idea that protecting animals is a waste of resources. It is
usually the protection of natural habitats that ensures the survival of wild
a n i m a l s , a n d m o st s c ie n t i st s a g r e e t h a t t h es e h a b i t a t s a r e a l s o c r u c ia l f o r h u m a n
survival. For example, rainforests produce oxygen, absorb carbon dioxide and
stabilise the Earth’s climate . If we destroyed these areas, the costs of managing
the resulting changes to our planet would far outweigh the costs of conservation .
By protecting wild animals and their habitats, we maintain the natural balance of
all life on Earth.

In conclusion, we have no right to decide whether or not wild animals should

exist, and I believe that we should do everything we can to protect them.

(269 words, band 9)

Useful vocabulary:

1 . T h e e x t i n c t i o n o f a n y s p e c i e s : s ự t u y ệ t c h ủ n g c ủ a b ấ t kì l o à i đ ộ n g v ậ t n à o
2. Die out = become extinct: tuy ệt chủng
3. Exist side by side = co -exist: cùng tồn tại
4. Natural habitats: môi trường sống tự nhiên
5. The natural balance of all life on Earth: cân b ằng tự nhiên của mọi sự sống
trên trái đất

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Topic 7: Families who send their children to private schools should not be required to
p a y t a x e s t h at s u p p o rt t h e s t a t e e d u c a t i o n s y s t e m . T o w h a t e x t e n t d o y o u a g r e e o r
disagree with this statement?

Some people believe that parents of children who attend private schools should
n o t n e e d t o c o n t r i b u t e t o st a t e s c h o o l s t h r o u g h t a x e s . P e r s o n a l l y , I c o m p l e t e l y
d i s a g r e e w i t h t h i s v i ew .

For a variety of reasons, it would be wrong to reduce taxes for families who pay
for private education. Firstly, it would be di fficult to calculate the correct amount
of tax reduction for these families, and staff would be required to manage this
c o m p l e x p r o c e s s . S e c o n d l y , w e a l l p a y a c er t a i n a m o u n t o f t a x f o r p u b l i c s e r v i c e s
that we may not use. For example, most people are fortunate enough not to have
to call the police or fire brigade at any time in their lives, but they would not
expect a tax reduction for this. Finally, if wealthy families were given a tax
d i s c o u n t f o r s e n d i n g t h e ir c h i l d r e n t o p r i v a t e s c h o o l s , w e m i g h t h a v e a s i t u a t i o n
w h e r e p o o r er p eo p l e p a y h i g h e r t a x e s t h a n t h e ri c h .

In my opinion, we should all be happy to pay our share of the m oney that supports
public schools. It is beneficial for all members of society to have a high quality
education system with equal opportunities for all young people. This will result
in a well-educated workforce, and in turn a more productive and prosperou s
nation. Parents of children in private schools may also see the advantages of this
in their own lives. For example, a company owner will need well qualified and
c o m p e t e n t s t a f f , a n d a w el l - f u n d e d ed u c a t i o n s y s t e m c an p r o v i d e s u c h
employees.

In conclusion, I do not believe that any financial concessions should be made

f o r p e o p l e w h o c h o o s e p r i v a t e ed u c a t i o n .

(269 words, band 9)

Useful vocabulary:
1 . T a x r e d u c t i o n = t a x r el i e f = t a x d i s c o u n t : g i ả m t h u ế
2. Wealthy families = rich families = the rich: nhà giàu
3 . W e l l - e d u c a t e d w o r k f o r c e = w e l l - t r a in e d w o r kf o r c e =w e l l q u a l i f i e d a n d c o m p e t en t s t a f f :
n g u ồ n l a o đ ộ n g đ ư ợ c đ à o t ạ o kĩ l ư ỡ n g
4 . A w el l - f u n d e d e d u c at i o n s y s t e m : k ệ t h ố n g g i á o d ụ c đ ư ợ c đ ầ u t ư kĩ l ư ỡ n g
5 . F i n a n c i a l c o n c e s s i o n s = f i n a n c i a l r ed u c t i o n : đ ể c h ỉ g i ả m t i ề n t h u ế

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T o p i c 8 : N ow a d a y s c e l e b r i t i e s a r e m o r e f a m ou s f o r t h e i r gl a m o u r an d w e a l t h t h a n f o r
their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To what extent
do you agree or disagree with this statement?

It is true that some celebrities are known for their glamorous lifestyles rather
than for the work they do. While I agree that these celebrities set a bad example
for children, I believe that other famous people act as positive role models .

On the one hand, many people do achieve fame without really working for it. They
may have inherited money from parents, married a famous or wealthy person, or
they may have appeared in gossip magazines or on a reality TV programme. A
good example would be Paris Hilton, who is rich and famous for the wrong
reasons. She spends her time attending parties and nightclubs, and her behaviour
promotes the idea that appearance, glamour and media profile are more
important than hard work and good character. The messa ge to young people is
that success can be achieved easily, and that school work is not necessary.

On the other hand, there are at least as many celebrities whose accomplishments
make them excellent role models for young people. Actors, musicians and sport s
s t a r s b e c o m e f a m o u s id o l s b ec a u s e t h e y h a ve w o r k e d h a r d a n d a p p l i e d t h em s e l v e s t o
d e v e l o p r ea l s k i l l s a n d a b i l i t i e s . T h e y d e m o n s t r a t e g r ea t e f f o r t , d e t e r m i n a t i o n a n d
ambition, which is required for someone who wants to be truly successful in their
c h o s e n f i e l d . A n e x am p l e i s t h e a c t o r a n d m a r t i a l a r t i s t J a c ki e C h a n , w h o h as
become world famous through years of practice and hard work. This kind of self-
m a d e c e l e b r it y c a n i n sp i r e c h i l d r e n t o d e v e l o p t h e i r t a l e n t s t h r o u g h a p p l i c a t i o n a n d
perseverance.

(Add your own conclusion)

Useful vocabulary:

1. P o s i t i v e ro l e m o d e l s : t ấ m g ư ơ n g t ố t đ ể n o i t h e o
2. G o s s i p m a g a z i n e s : t ạp c h í l á c ả i
3. G r e a t e f f o r t , d et e r m i n a t i o n a n d a m b i t i o n : c ố g ắ n g , s ự q u y ế t t â m v à h o à i b ã o l ớ n
4. Self-made celebrity: ngư ời nổi tiếng do chính sức mình
5. A p p l i c a t i o n a n d p e r s e v e r a n c e : ứ n g d ụ n g v à s ự ki ê n n h ẫ n

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T o p i c 9 : W h e n c h o o s i n g a j o b , t h e s a l a r y i s t h e m o s t i m p o r t a n t c o n s i de r a t i o n . T o
what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many people choose their jobs based on the size of the salary offered. Personally,
I d i s a g r e e w i t h t h e i d e a t h a t m o n e y i s t h e ke y c o n s i d e r a t i o n w h e n d e c i d i n g o n
a career, because I believe that other factors are equally important.

On the one hand, I agree that money is necessary in order for people to meet
their basic needs. For example, we all need money to pay for housing, food, bills,
health care, and education. Most people consider it a priority to at least earn a
salary that allows them to cover these needs and have a reasonable quality of
life. If people chose their jobs based on enjoyment or other non-financial factors,
t h e y m i g h t f i n d i t d i f f i c u lt t o su p p o r t t h em s e l v e s . A r t i s t s a n d m u s i c i a n s , f or
instance, are known for choosing a career path that t hey love, but that does not
a l w a y s p r o v i d e t h e m w i t h e n o u g h m o n e y t o l i v e c o m f o rt a b l y a n d r a i s e a f a m i l y .

Nevertheless, I believe that other considerations are just as important as what

we earn in our jobs. Firstly, personal relationships and the atmosphe re in a
workplace are extremely important when choosing a job. Having a good manager
o r f r i e n d l y c o l l e a g u e s , f o r e x a m p l e , c a n m a ke a h u g e d i f f e r en c e t o w o r k e r s ’ l e v e l s o f
h a p p i n e s s a n d g e n er a l q u a l i t y o f l i f e . S ec o n d l y , m a n y p e o p l e ’s f e e l i n g s o f j o b
satisfaction come from their professional achievements , the skills they learn, and
the position they reach, rather than the money they earn. Finally, some people
choose a career because they want to help others and contribute something
positive to society.

In conclusion, while salaries certainly affect people’s choice of profession , I do

not believe that money outweighs all other motivators.

(275 words, band 9)

Useful vocabulary:

1 . T h e k e y c o n s i d e r a t i o n = t h e m o s t i m p o r t a n t c o n s i d er a t i o n : s ự c â n n h ắ c q u a n t r ọ n g
nhất
2. Basic needs: nhu câu t ối thiểu
3 . N o n - f i n a n c i a l f a c t o rs : n h ữ n g y ế u t ố kh ô n g l i ê n q u a n đ ế n t à i c h í n h
4 . P r o f e s s i o n a l a c h i e v em e n t s : t h à n h q u ả v ề c ô n g v i ệ c
5. People’s choice of profes sion=people’s choice of occupation: l ựa chọn nghề
nghiệp

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Topic 10: Foreign visitors should pay more than local visitors for cultural and
historical attractions.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

It is sometimes argued that tourists from overseas should be charged more than
local residents to visit important sites and monuments . I completely disagree with
this idea.

The argument in favour of higher prices for foreign tourists would be that cultural
or historical attractions often depend on state subsidies to keep them going,
which means that the resident population already pays money to these sites
through the tax system. However, I believe this to be a very shortsighted view.
Foreign tourists contribute to the economy of the host country with the money
t h e y s p e n d o n a w id e r a n g e o f g o o d s a n d s e r v i c e s , i n c l u d i n g f o o d , s o u v e n i r s ,
accommodation and travel. The government s and inhabitants of every country
should be happy to subsidise important tourist sites and encourage people from
the rest of the world to visit them.

If travellers realised that they would have to pay more to visit historical and
c u l t u r a l a t t r a c t i o n s i n a p a r t i c u l a r n a t i o n , t h e y w o u l d p e r h ap s d e c i d e n o t t o
go to that country on holiday. To take the UK as an example, the tourism industry
and many related jobs rely on visitors coming to the country to see places like
Windsor Castle or Saint Paul’s Cathedral . These two sites charge the same price
regardless of nationality, and this helps to promote the nation’s cultural heritage .
If overseas tourists stopped coming due to higher prices, there would be a risk of
insufficient funding for the maintenance of thes e important buildings .

In conclusion, I believe that every effort should be made to attract tourists from
overseas, and it would be counterproductive to make them pay more than local
residents.

(269 words, band 9)

Useful vocabulary:

1. S t a t e s u b s i d i e s = n at i o n a l / g o v e r n m e n t f u n d i n g : t r ợ c ấ p c ủ a n h à n ư ớ c
2. A wide range of goods and services: có nhi ều sự lựa chọn về hàng hóa và dịch vụ
3. T h e n a t i o n ’ s c u l t u r al h e r i t a g e : d i s ả n v ă n h ó a q u ố c g i a
4. I n s u f f i c i e n t f u n d i n g f o r t h e m a i n t en a n c e o f t h e s e i m p o r t a n t b u i l d i n g s : t r ợ c ấ p
kh ô n g đ ủ c h o s ự b ả o t ồ n n h ữ n g t ò a n h à q u a n t r ọ n g đ ó .

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Topic 11: Some people think that all teenagers should be required to do unpaid work in
their free time to help the local community. They believe this would benefit both
the individual teenager and society as a whole. Do you agree or disagree?

Many young people work on a volunteer basis, and this can only be beneficial for
both the individual and society as a whole. However, I do not agree that we should
t h e r e f o r e f o r c e a l l t e e n a g e r s t o d o u n p ai d w o r k.

Most young people are already under enough pressure with their studies, without
being given the added responsibility of working in their spare time. School is just
as demanding as a full -time job, and teachers expect their students to do
homework and exam revision on top of attending lessons every day. When young
people do have some free time, we should encourage them to enjoy it with their
friends or to spend it doing sports and other leisure activities . They have many
years of work ahead of them when they finish their studies.

At the same time, I do not believe that society has anything to gain from obliging
y o u n g p e o p l e t o d o u n p a i d w o r k. I n f a c t , I w o u l d a r g u e t h a t i t g o e s a g a i n s t
the values of a free and fair society to force a group of people to do something
a g a i n s t t h e i r w i l l . Do i n g t h i s c a n o n l y l e a d t o r e s e n t m e n t a m o n g s t y o u n g
people, who would feel that they were being used, and parents, who would not
want to be told how to raise their children. Currently, nobody is forced to
volunteer, and this is surely the best system.

In conclusion, teenagers may choose to work for free and help others, but in my
o p i n i o n , w e s h o u l d n o t m a ke t h i s c o m p u l s o r y .

(205 words, band 9)

Useful vocabulary:

1. Work on a volunteer basis=work as a volunteer: làm vi ệc tình nguyện

2. Leisure activities = recreations: ho ạt động giải trí
3. Resentment: sự hằn học

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T o p i c 1 2 : S o m e p e o p l e b e l i e v e t h a t h o b b i e s n ee d t o b e d i f f i c ul t t o b e e n j o y a b l e . T o
what extent do you agr ee or disagree?

Some hobbies are relatively easy, while others present more of a challenge.
Personally, I believe that both types of hobby can be f un, and I therefore disagree
with the statement that hobbies need to be difficult in order to be enjoyable.

On the one hand, many people enjoy easy hobbies. One example of an activity
that is easy for most people is swimming. This hobby requires very litt le
equipment, it is simple to learn, and it is inexpensive. I remember learning to
swim at my local swimming pool when I was a child, and it never felt like a
demanding or challenging experience. Another hobby that I find easy and fun is
photography. In my opinion, anyone can take interesting pictures without
k n o w i n g t o o m u c h a b o u t t h e t e c h n i c a l i t i es o f o p e r a t i n g a c a m er a . D e s p it e b e i n g
straightforward, taking photos is a satisfying activity.

O n t h e o t h e r h a n d , d i f f i c u l t h o b b i e s c a n so m e t i m e s b e m o r e e x c i t i n g . I f a n a c t i v i t y i s
more challenging, we might feel a greater sense of satisfaction when we manage
to do it successfully. For example, film editing is a hobby that requires a high
level of knowledge and expertise . In my case, it took me around two years before
I became competent at this activity, but now I enjoy it much more than I did when
I started. I believe that many hobbies give us more pleasure when we reach a
higher level of performan ce because the results are better and the feeling of
achievement is greater.

In conclusion, simple hobbies can be fun and relaxing, but difficult hobbies can
be equally pleasurable for different reasons.

(266 words, Band 9)

Useful vocabulary:

1 . D e m a n d i n g o r c h a l l en g i n g e x p e r i e n c e : m ộ t t r ả i n g h i ệ m t h ử t h á c h v à đ ò i h ỏ i
2 . T h e t e c h n i c a l i t i e s o f o p e r a t i n g a c a m e r a : kĩ t h u ậ t đ ể s ử d ụ n g c a m e r a
3. A greater sense of satisfaction: c ảm giác hài lòng
4. A high level of knowledge and expertise: m ột trình độ cao về kiến thức và chuyên môn
5 . T h e f e e l i n g o f a c h i e ve m e n t : c ả m g i á c đ ạ t đ ư ợ c c á i g ì đ ó

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Topic 13: Many people decide on a career path early in their lives and keep to it.
T h i s , t h e y a r g u e , l e a d s t o a m o r e s a t i s f y i n g w o r k i n g l i f e. T o w h a t ex t e n t d o y o u a g r e e
with this view? What other things can people do in order to have a satisfying
working life?

It is true that some people know from an early age what career they want to
pursue, and they are happy to spend the rest of their lives in the same profession.
W h i l e I a c c e p t t h a t t h i s m a y s u i t m a n y p e o p l e , I b e l i e v e t h a t o t h er s e n j o y c h a n g i n g
c a r e er s o r s e e ki n g j o b s a t i s f a c t i o n i n d i f f e r e n t w a y s .

On the one hand, having a defined career path can certainly lead to a satisfying
working life. Many people decide as young children what they want to do as
a d u l t s , a n d i t g i v e s t h e m a g r e a t s e n s e o f s a t i s f a c t i o n t o w o rk t o w a r d s t h e i r
goals and gradually achieve them. For example, many children dream of becoming
d o c t o r s , b u t t o r ea l i s e t h i s a m b i t i o n t h e y n e e d t o g a i n t h e r e l e v a n t
q u a l i f i c a t i o n s a n d u n d er t a k e y e a r s o f t r a i n i n g . I n m y e x p er i e n c e , v e r y f ew p e o p le
who have qualified as doctors choose to change career because they find their
w o r k s o r e w a r d i n g , a n d b e c a u s e t h e y h a v e i n v e s t e d s o m u c h t i m e a n d e f f o rt t o
r e a c h t h ei r g o a l .

On the other hand, people find happiness in their working lives in different ways.
Firstly, not everyone dreams of doing a particular job, and it can be equally
rewarding to try a variety of professions; starting out on a completely new career
path can be a reinvigorating experience . Secondly, some people see their jobs as
simply a means of earning money, and they are happy if their salary is high enough
to allow them to enjoy life outside work. Finally, job satisfaction is often the
result of working conditions, rather than the career itself. For example, a positive
w o r k i n g a t m o s p h e r e , e n t h u s i a st i c c o l l e a g u es , a n d a n i n s p i r a t io n a l b o s s c a n m a k e
working life much more satisfying, regardless of the profession.

In conclusion, it can certainly be satisfying to pursue a particular career for the

w h o l e o f o n e ’ s l i f e, b u t t h i s i s b y n o m e a n s t h e o n l y r o u t e t o f u l f i l m e n t .
(310 words – Band 9)
Useful vocabulary:

1. A defined career path: con đư ờng nghề nghiệp định sẵn

2. A reinvigorating experience: m ột trải nghiệm tràn đầy năng lượng

3. Route to fulfillment: con đư ờng đến với sự trọn vẹn

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T o p i c 1 4 : W e c a n n o t he l p e v e r y o n e i n t h e w or l d t h at n e e d s h el p , s o w e s h o u l d o nl y b e
concerned with our own communities and countries. To what extent do you agree or
disagree with this statement?

Some people believe that we should not help people in other countries as long as
there are problems in our own society. I disagree with this view because I believe
that we should try to help as many people as possible.

O n t h e o n e h a n d , I a c c e p t t h a t i t i s i m p o r t a n t t o h el p o u r n e i g h b o u r s a n d
f e l l o w c i t i z e n s . I n m o s t c o m m u n i t i e s t h er e a r e p e o p l e w h o ar e i m p o v e r i s h e d
or disadvantaged in some way. It is possible to find homeless people, for example,
in even the wealthiest of cities, and for those who are concerned about this
problem, there are usually opportunities to volunteer time or give money to
support these people. In the UK, peo ple can help in a variety of ways, from
donating clothing to serving free food in a soup kitchen. As the problems are on
our doorstep, and there are obvious ways to help, I can understand why some
people feel that we should prioritise local charity.

A t t h e s a m e t i m e , I b e l i e v e t h a t w e h a v e a n o b l i g a t i o n t o h el p t h o s e w h o l i v e
beyond our national borders. In some countries the problems that people face
are much more serious than those in our own communities, and it is often even
easier to help. For example, when children are dying from curable diseases in
A f r i c a n c o u n t r i e s , g o v e r n m en t s a n d in d i v i d u a l s i n r i c h er c o u n t r i e s c a n sa v e l i v e s
simply by paying for vaccines that already exist . A small donation to an
i n t e r n a t i o n a l c h a r i t y m i g h t h a v e a m u c h g r e a t e r i m p a c t t h an h e l p i n g i n o u r
local area.

In conclusion, it is true that we cannot help everyone, but in my opinion

n a t i o n a l b o u n d a r i e s s h o u l d n o t s t o p u s f ro m h e l p i n g t h o s e w h o a r e i n n e e d .

(280 words, band 9)

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Useful vocabulary:

1 . I m p o v e r i s h e d o r d i s a d v a n t a g e d : n g h è o đ ó i v à kh ó kh ă n

2. Prioritise local charity: ưu tiên t ừ thiện trong nước

3. Curable diseases: những bệnh có thể chữa được

4 . A n i n t e r n at i o n a l c h ar i t y : t ổ c h ứ c t ừ t h i ệ n q u ố c t ế

5 . N a t i o n a l b o u n d a r i e s = n a t i o n a l b o r d e rs : b i ê n g i ớ i q u ố c g i a

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T o p i c 1 5 : U ni v e r s i t i e s s h o u l d a c c e p t e q u a l n um b e r s o f m a l e a n d f e m a l e s t u d e n t s i n
every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In my opinion, men and women should have the same educational opportunities.
However, I do not agree with the idea of accepting equal proportions of each
gender in every university subject.

Having the same number of men and women on all degree courses is simply
unrealistic. Student numbers on any course depend on th e applications that the
institution receives. If a university decided to fill courses with equal numbers of males
and females, it would need enough applicants of each gender. In reality, many courses
are more popular with one gender than the other, and it would not be practical to aim
for equal proportions. For example, nursing courses tend to attract more female
applicants, and it would be difficult to fill these courses if fifty percent of the places
needed to go to males.

Apart from the practical concer ns expressed above, I also believe that it would be
unfair to base admission to university courses on gender . Universities should continue
to select the best candidates for each course according to their qualifications. In
t h i s w a y , b o t h m e n a n d w o m e n h a v e t h e s a m e o p p o r t u n i t i e s , a n d a p p l i c a n t s kn o w t h a t
they will be successful if they work hard to achieve good grades at school. If a female
student is the best candidate for a place on a course, it is surely wrong to reject her
in favour of a male student wi th lower grades or fewer qualifications.

In conclusion, the selection of university students should be based on merit, and it

would be both impractical and unfair to change to a selection procedure based on
gender.

(265 words, band 9)

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