2. Read the task and the essay. Do you agree with the writer’s general opinion? Why? / Why not?

(Đọc nhiệm vụ và bài luận. Bạn có đồng ý với quan điểm chung của người viết không? Tại sao? / Tại sao không?)

Students should be encouraged to choose vocational courses at university instead of more traditional courses. Discuss.

Some people maintain that the benefits of vocational courses are greater than those of more traditional ones. That is the question we need to consider. It is certainly true that the workplace is becoming more competitive. A vocational course may be a more direct route into employment compared to traditional courses. It is also undeniable that certain jobs (for example nurse, hairdresser) are only available to people with a vocational qualification. On the other hand, choosing a vocational course means deciding what job you want to do when you are still at school. Many people believe this is too early. How can a teenager know what job is right for him or her? Another problem is that vocational courses only focus on what you need to learn for a particular job. Is it not better for students to explore other interests while at university? On balance, I do not believe that students should choose vocational courses unless they are sure what career they want to follow. It is wiser to opt for a course that really interests you.

4. Look at the essay in exercise 2 again. What phrase does the writer use to

(Xem lại bài viết ở bài tập 2. Tác giả dùng cụm từ nào để)

1. introduce the first argument for?

2. introduce the second argument for?

3. introduce the first argument against?

4. introduce the second argument against?

5. begin the conclusion?

6. Read the task. Then plan your essay following the paragraph plan below.

(Đọc nhiệm vụ. Sau đó lập kế hoạch cho bài luận của bạn theo kế hoạch đoạn dưới đây)

More students should choose to do voluntary work during the long holidays rather than working for money. Discuss.

Paragraph 1: Introduction (rephrase the statement in the task)

Paragraph 2: Arguments for (include two)

Paragraph 3: Arguments against (include two)

Paragraph 4: Conclusion (state your opinion)