VSTEP Writing Task 2 b
By Mr. Anh
SGU




There are three kinds of writing task 2.
BOTH SIDES (Hai ý)
- You are given two sides to discuss. (Bạn được cho hai ý)
- You have to discuss both. (Thảo luận cả hai)
- You have to choose only one. (Phải chọn một ý)
- You have to give enough reasons for your choice. (Nêu đủ lý do để chọn)
BOTH SIDES
There are some people in society who argue that (1)… In contrast, other individuals espouse the idea that (2)… It is a controversial issue, but I believe that both sides have their own merits; however, I think that the former/latter view is more reasonable. This essay aims to prove my claim.
On the one hand,…
On the other hand, …
In conclusion, although there are valid reasons why …, it is still more reasonable to conclude that …


Topic 4: Friends and family bring more happiness than money and possessions. How far do you agree with this statement?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.




There are some people in society who argue that friends and family bring more happiness. In contrast, other individuals espouse the idea that money and possessions bring more happiness. It is a controversial issue, but I believe that both sides have their own merits; however, I think that the former view is more reasonable. This essay aims to prove my claim.




On the one hand, friends and family are our close members. They live, work and study together with us. They are always ready to support us when we have difficulties. They share their ideas and give their advice when we need them. As a result, it must be sure that friends and family bring more happiness to us.
On the other hand, money and possessions are very necessary for us. We always need them so that we can live better. However, money and possessions cannot support us when we




are in difficult situations, and they cannot share their ideas and console us when we are sad.
In conclusion, although there are valid reasons why money and possessions bring happiness, it is still more reasonable to conclude that friends and family bring more happiness. In my opinion, I think that I cannot live without friends and family.



Topic 5: Governments should introduce healthcare which prevents illness rather than cures it. How far do you agree with this statement?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.




There are some people in society who argue that governments should introduce healthcare which prevents illness. In contrast, other individuals espouse the idea that governments should introduce healthcare which cures it. It is a controversial issue, but I believe that both sides have their own merits; however, I think that the former view is more reasonable. This essay aims to prove my claim.




On the one hand, I am sure that governments should introduce healthcare to prevent illness. They should advise everybody to have a balanced diet, work and play well. People should do exercises such as jogging, walking, swimming. Governments should ask people to keep clean and hygienic. If they do these things well, they can keep doctors away.
On the other hand, governments should not let people get sick and then they cure their illness. It is late and people may die.




Moreover, sick people can spread their sickness to other people. Then all communities will get sick. For example, if people test positive for Covid 19, they can make other people sick.
In conclusion, although there are valid reasons why governments should introduce healthcare which cures illness, it is still more reasonable to conclude that governments should introduce healthcare which prevents it. Then people in communities will be healthy.








Good luck!