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Some people believe that children should help with household chores. Others think that children should focus only on their studies. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

कम्तिमा २५० शब्द लेख्नुहोस्। तपाईंले यो कार्यमा लगभग ४० मिनेट बिताउनु पर्छ।

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Step 1

यस विषयको लागि परीक्षक सुझावहरू

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Dedicate one full body paragraph to discussing the view that children should help with household chores, and another full body paragraph to the view that they should focus solely on studies. Avoid presenting a one-sided argument too early; ensure both perspectives are thoroughly explored and supported before you introduce your personal opinion in the conclusion.

2

For the 'chores' view, you could argue it fosters responsibility, life skills, and contributes to a harmonious family unit, citing examples from cultures that integrate children into daily tasks from a young age, like some Scandinavian countries. For the 'studies' view, you might highlight the increasing academic pressure and competitive global job market, drawing parallels with high-achieving East Asian education systems where academic focus is paramount.

3

The most common mistake students make on this question is failing to develop both sides of the argument equally or sufficiently. To avoid this, ensure each body paragraph has a clear topic sentence, at least two supporting points, and a specific example or detailed explanation, rather than just listing ideas. This demonstrates a balanced understanding of the issue.

4

For this discussion essay, use clear transitional phrases to introduce each view and your opinion. Start your first body paragraph with a phrase like 'On the one hand, proponents of children contributing to household chores argue that...' and the second with 'Conversely, others contend that children's primary focus should remain on their academic pursuits.' Your opinion can then be introduced with 'From my perspective, a balanced approach is crucial...'.

5

Examiners look for a nuanced discussion that acknowledges the complexities of both perspectives, rather than a simplistic 'either/or' approach. A band 8-9 answer will demonstrate sophisticated vocabulary related to child development and education, complex sentence structures, and a clear, well-supported personal opinion that synthesizes the arguments presented, often suggesting a balanced or integrated solution.

Step 2

सिफारिस गरिएको अनुच्छेद संरचना

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परिचय

बहसका दुवै पक्षको परिचय दिनुहोस् र कुन पक्षमाथि छलफल गर्नुहुनेछ भनी बताउनुहोस्।

  • तपाईंले दुवै दृष्टिकोण बुझ्नुभएको छ भनी परीक्षकलाई देखाउनुहोस्।
  • वैकल्पिक रूपमा तपाईं कुन पक्षमा झुक्नुहुन्छ भनी बताउनुहोस्।
  • यसलाई तटस्थ र सन्तुलित स्वरमा राख्नुहोस्।

सुरुवाती वाक्यांशहरू

There are differing opinions on whether...While some people believe that..., others argue that...This essay will examine both perspectives before reaching a conclusion.
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मुख्य अनुच्छेद १ — पहिलो दृष्टिकोण

तर्कको एउटा पक्षलाई प्रमाणसहित निष्पक्ष रूपमा प्रस्तुत गर्नुहोस्।

  • तपाईं असहमत भए पनि, यो विचारलाई सम्मानपूर्वक र वास्तविक उदाहरणका साथ प्रस्तुत गर्नुहोस्।
  • रिपोर्टिङ भाषा प्रयोग गर्नुहोस्: 'Some argue...', 'Proponents suggest...'
  • यस दृष्टिकोणको बललाई स्वीकार गरेर अन्त्य गर्नुहोस्।

सुरुवाती वाक्यांशहरू

On the one hand, supporters of this view argue that...Those in favour point out that...A key argument for this position is...
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मुख्य अनुच्छेद २ — विपरीत दृष्टिकोण

अर्को पक्षलाई समान गहिराइ र प्रमाणका साथ प्रस्तुत गर्नुहोस्।

  • सन्तुलनको लागि अनुच्छेद १ को संरचनालाई प्रतिबिम्बित गर्नुहोस्।
  • परिवर्तन सङ्केत गर्न विपरीत लिङ्किङ शब्दहरू प्रयोग गर्नुहोस्।
  • यदि तपाईंसँग कुनै राय छ भने, यो अनुच्छेद अलि बलियो हुन सक्छ।

सुरुवाती वाक्यांशहरू

On the other hand, critics contend that...However, there is a strong counter-argument...Conversely, many people feel that...
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निष्कर्ष

दुवै विचारहरूलाई सङ्क्षेपीकरण गर्नुहोस् र (यदि सोधियो भने) आफ्नो राय दिनुहोस्।

  • दुवै पक्षको वैधतालाई स्वीकार गर्नुहोस्।
  • यदि प्रश्नले 'give your opinion' सोध्छ भने आफ्नो प्राथमिकता स्पष्ट रूपमा बताउनुहोस्।
  • कहिले पनि पूर्ण रूपमा तटस्थ नबस्नुहोस् — एउटा पक्ष लिनुहोस्।

सुरुवाती वाक्यांशहरू

In conclusion, while both sides have merit, I believe that...Having considered both arguments, it seems that...

Step 3

मुख्य शब्दावली

fostering autonomyEncouraging a child's independence and ability to make their own decisions.
holistic developmentThe comprehensive growth of a child, encompassing their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual well-being.
academic rigourThe strictness and thoroughness applied to academic pursuits and educational standards.
it is widely acknowledged thatA phrase used to introduce a generally accepted fact or belief.
a compelling argument can be made forA phrase used to indicate that a strong and convincing reason exists for a particular viewpoint.
this notion is predicated onThis idea or concept is based on or depends on a particular principle or assumption.
from my perspectiveA phrase used to introduce one's personal opinion or viewpoint.
the evidence overwhelmingly suggestsA phrase indicating that a large amount of data or information strongly supports a particular conclusion.
notwithstandingIn spite of; despite; nevertheless.
it could be argued thatA phrase used to introduce a possible point of view or contention.

Step 4

Academic Phrases for This Essay Type

It is widely acknowledged thatThere is compelling evidence to suggestThis phenomenon can be attributed toA growing body of research indicatesThe implications of this are far-reachingThis raises important questions aboutFrom a broader perspectiveIt would be short-sighted to ignore

थप

MoreoverFurthermoreIn additionWhat is more

विपरीत

HoweverNeverthelessOn the other handConversely

कारण / प्रभाव

ConsequentlyAs a resultThereforeThis leads to

उदाहरण

For instanceTo illustrateA case in point isSuch as

छुट

AlthoughWhile it is true thatDespiteAdmittedly

Step 5

Grammar Patterns for Band 7+

सहुलियत सहितको जटिल वाक्य

Although some argue that technology isolates people, the evidence suggests it strengthens connections.

तपाईंले अधीनस्थ खण्डहरूलाई कसरी सम्हाल्न सक्नुहुन्छ भनी परीक्षकलाई देखाउँछ। 'Although/While' + विपरीत दृष्टिकोणबाट सुरु गर्नुहोस्, त्यसपछि आफ्नो दृष्टिकोण बताउनुहोस्।

सशर्त (प्रकार २)

If governments invested more in public transport, traffic congestion would decrease significantly.

काल्पनिक तर्क र समाधानहरूको लागि उत्तम। 'If + past simple, would + infinitive'।

शैक्षिक स्वरका लागि निष्क्रिय

It is often argued that education should be free. However, this view overlooks the practical challenges.

शैक्षिक लेखनमा निष्क्रिय संरचनाहरूलाई प्राथमिकता दिइन्छ। 'It is + past participle + that' ले आधिकारिकता झल्काउँछ।

सापेक्ष खण्ड

Students who study abroad, which is becoming increasingly common, tend to develop greater independence.

सापेक्ष खण्डहरूले नयाँ वाक्य सुरु नगरी विवरणहरू थप्छन्। मानिसहरूका लागि 'who', वस्तुहरूका लागि 'which' प्रयोग गर्नुहोस्।

घनत्वको लागि संज्ञा वाक्यांश

The rapid expansion of urban areas has led to increased pollution levels.

धेरै छोटो वाक्यहरू प्रयोग गर्नुको सट्टा संज्ञा वाक्यांशहरूमा जानकारी प्याक गर्नुहोस्। यसले तपाईंको Lexical Resource स्कोर बढाउँछ।

Step 6

मोडेल उत्तर

यस विषयको लागि पूर्ण मोडेल उत्तर पढ्न नि:शुल्क साइन अप गर्नुहोस्।

मोडेल उत्तर पढ्न साइन अप गर्नुहोस्

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