Advantages & Disadvantages - Guide

1. Loại hình câu hỏi

Dạng Advantages and Disadvantages có thể xuất hiện ở nhiều phiên bản khác nhau:

 Discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of the issue.

 Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
 Is this a positive or negative development/trend? (Dạng này có thể trả lời theo hai hướng –
One-sided và Balanced essay – Giống Agree và Disagree)

2. Structure và Teamplate gợi ý

Introduction

 Bước 1: General statement (không bắt buộc).

 Bước 2: Background statement (paraphrase lại đề bài).
 Bước 3: Thesis statement (trả lời cho câu hỏi của đề bài)

Template:
‘It is undeniable that [topic] has become increasingly common in recent years. Some people argue that
it brings significant benefits, while others believe that its drawbacks should not be overlooked. This
essay will discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of this issue.’

Example:
‘It is undeniable that working from home has become increasingly common in recent years. Some
people argue that it brings significant benefits, while others believe that its drawbacks should not be
overlooked. This essay will discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of this issue.’

Body Paragraph 1: Advantages

 Bước 1: Topic sentence: Introduce the main advantage.

 Bước 2: Giải thích tại sao lại có lợi (E – Explanation).
 Bước 3: Cung cấp ví dụ (E – Example) và thảo luận thêm (E – Effects).

Template:
‘One of the major advantages of [topic] is that [advantage]. This is because [explanation]. For
example, [example].’

Example:
‘One of the major advantages of working from home is that it allows employees to maintain a better
work-life balance. This is because they can save time on commuting and have more flexibility in
managing their schedules. For example, a study by Harvard Business Review found that remote
workers reported higher job satisfaction and lower stress levels.’

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Body Paragraph 2: Disadvantages

 Bước 1: Topic sentence: Introduce the main advantage.

 Bước 2: Giải thích tại sao lại có hại (E – Explanation).
 Bước 3: Cung cấp ví dụ (E – Example) và thảo luận thêm (E – Effects).

Template:
‘Despite these benefits, [topic] also presents some significant drawbacks. One major issue is that
[disadvantage]. This occurs because [explanation]. For instance, [example].’

Example:
‘Despite these benefits, working from home also presents some significant drawbacks. One major issue
is the lack of social interaction and teamwork. This occurs because employees may feel isolated and
disconnected from their colleagues. For instance, research conducted by Stanford University showed
that remote workers tend to have weaker professional relationships compared to office-based
employees.’

Dạng Balanced cho ‘Is this a Positive or Negative Trend?’

Như đã đề cập trước đó, người viết có thể theo cả hai phía ở dạng này – giống dạng Agree và Disagree
(nhớ tham khảo lại tờ đó):

1. One-sided essay (positive or negative) – Làm giống cấu trúc bên trên nhưng câu trả lời ở câu
Thesis người viết phải làm rõ là theo bên nào.
2. Balanced essay – Làm giống cấu trúc bên trên.

Template cho dạng Balanced essay:

Introduction: ‘The rise of [topic] has sparked debate about whether it is a positive or negative trend.
While some argue that it has numerous benefits, others believe that it has significant drawbacks. This
essay will explore both perspectives before presenting my opinion.’

Body Paragraph 1 (Positive): ‘One key benefit of [topic] is that [advantage]. This is because
[explanation]. For example, [example].’

Body Paragraph 2 (Negative): ‘On the other hand, there are notable drawbacks to [topic]. One
major issue is that [disadvantage]. This occurs because [explanation]. For instance, [example].’

Conclusion: ‘In conclusion, while [topic] has some clear benefits such as [advantage], it also presents
challenges like [disadvantage]. Overall, I believe that [personal opinion].’

3. Structures hữu ích và cách dùng

Cho Advantages:

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  One significant advantage of [topic] is...
Example: One significant advantage of international travel is that it helps people broaden their
understanding of different cultures.
 Another benefit is that...
Example: Another benefit of online learning is its flexibility in scheduling.
 This allows people to...
Example: Remote work allows employees to save money on commuting.

Cho Disadvantages:

 One major disadvantage is...

Example: One major disadvantage of social media is that it can be a distraction from work.
 This can result in...
Example: Relying too much on technology can result in a sedentary lifestyle.
 A significant drawback of [topic] is...
Example: A significant drawback of remote work is the lack of direct communication.

4. Những Từ vựng quan trọng và cách dùng

Cho dạng sDiscussing Both Advantages and Disadvantages:

 Benefit
Example: Tourism brings many economic benefits.
 Drawback
Example: One drawback of working night shifts is the negative impact on health.
 Advantage
Example: A major advantage of using electric cars is the reduction in carbon emissions.
 Disadvantage
Example: A disadvantage of working remotely is the potential for decreased productivity.
 Merit
Example: One merit of studying abroad is gaining international exposure.
 Downside
Example: A downside of urbanization is the increase in traffic congestion.

Cho dạng ‘Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?’:

 Outweigh
Example: I believe the benefits of electric cars outweigh their drawbacks.
 The benefits far exceed the drawbacks
Example: Although online learning has some limitations, its benefits far exceed the drawbacks.
 Predominantly beneficial
Example: While social media has some drawbacks, its influence is predominantly beneficial.
 Overshadow
Example: The economic benefits of tourism overshadow the cultural drawbacks.
 Negligible compared to
Example: The disadvantages of automation are negligible compared to its efficiency gains.

Cho dạng ‘Is this a positive or negative trend?’:

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 A step in the right direction
Example: Reducing plastic usage is a step in the right direction.
 A mixed blessing
Example: While automation increases efficiency, it also reduces job opportunities, making it a
mixed blessing.
 A worrying trend
Example: The increasing reliance on fast food is a worrying trend.
 A promising development
Example: The rise of electric vehicles is a promising development for the environment.
 An alarming shift
Example: The decline in reading habits among young people is an alarming shift.

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