In IELTS Writing Task-2, there are 6 kinds of task 2 and Argumentative is one of them. The rules and techniques of argumentative writings are given below:
Topic: In the last 20 years there have been significant developments in the field of information technology (IT), for example the World Wide Web and communication by email. However, these developments in IT are likely to have more negative effects than positive in the future.
To what extent do you agree with this view?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
You should write at least 250 words.
To what extent do you agree with this view?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
You should write at least 250 words.
There are three key elements in Argumentative essay:
1.Introduction(paraphrasing and thesis statement)
2. Body Paragraphs
3. Conclusion
1) Introduction
You should do just two things:
· Paraphrase the topic of the essay
· Make your position clear( agree or disagree)
The last two decades have seen enormous changes in the way people's lives affected by IT, with many advances in this field. On the contrary, while these technological advances have brought numerous benefits to the world, it can be argued that these developments in IT will result in worse impacts than beneficial effect. For some logical reasons I firmly agree with this statement as it destroys traditional communication system, younger generation & Children might have access to the harmful website and they might spend huge amount of time using social networks instead of studying academic books.
2) Body Paragraphs (1.2.3)
** Write two paragraphs for ideas which you support on the topic and write another para for other ideas which you don't support. You will find 3 para below: As I have supported the topic I have written first two paras for that and one para which I don't support.
** Every para is divided into 3 parts i.e topic sentence, outline sentence which actually explain topic sentence and last one is example for make the idea clearer.
** At the beginning of the para I have used some linkers which help to present ideas properly.
To begin with, the effects of this new technology have not all been beneficial as it abolishes the traditional communication system. This could result in a decline in people's basic ability to socialize and interact with each other on a day-to-day basis. For instance, many people feel that the widespread use of email is destroying traditional forms of communication such as letter writing, telephone and face-to-face conversation.
In addition to this, the large size of the Web has meant that it is nearly impossible to regulate and control. This has led to many concerns regarding children gain access to inappropriate websites. Unfortunately, this kind of problem might even get worse in the future, at least until more regulated systems are set up. To illustrate, most of the younger generation & children are addicted to Facebook, twitter and some other atrocious websites.
However, technology has also some benefits as email has made communication much simpler and faster, resulting in abundant benefits for commerce and business. Furthermore, the World Wide Web means that information on every conceivable subject is now available to us. To explain, people can access news, medical advice, online education courses and much more via internet. It is evident that these improvements have made life far easier and more convenient for large numbers of people and will continue to do so for decades to come.
3) Conclusion
To conclude, it can be said that though the developments in IT have brought huge benefits, developments relating to new technology are likely to produce countless depressing effects in the future. That must be addressed if people want to avoid damaging impacts on individuals and society.
NB: Try to use passive voice rather than active voice at the beginning of the conclusion!
1.Introduction(paraphrasing and thesis statement)
2. Body Paragraphs
3. Conclusion
1) Introduction
You should do just two things:
· Paraphrase the topic of the essay
· Make your position clear( agree or disagree)
The last two decades have seen enormous changes in the way people's lives affected by IT, with many advances in this field. On the contrary, while these technological advances have brought numerous benefits to the world, it can be argued that these developments in IT will result in worse impacts than beneficial effect. For some logical reasons I firmly agree with this statement as it destroys traditional communication system, younger generation & Children might have access to the harmful website and they might spend huge amount of time using social networks instead of studying academic books.
2) Body Paragraphs (1.2.3)
** Write two paragraphs for ideas which you support on the topic and write another para for other ideas which you don't support. You will find 3 para below: As I have supported the topic I have written first two paras for that and one para which I don't support.
** Every para is divided into 3 parts i.e topic sentence, outline sentence which actually explain topic sentence and last one is example for make the idea clearer.
** At the beginning of the para I have used some linkers which help to present ideas properly.
To begin with, the effects of this new technology have not all been beneficial as it abolishes the traditional communication system. This could result in a decline in people's basic ability to socialize and interact with each other on a day-to-day basis. For instance, many people feel that the widespread use of email is destroying traditional forms of communication such as letter writing, telephone and face-to-face conversation.
In addition to this, the large size of the Web has meant that it is nearly impossible to regulate and control. This has led to many concerns regarding children gain access to inappropriate websites. Unfortunately, this kind of problem might even get worse in the future, at least until more regulated systems are set up. To illustrate, most of the younger generation & children are addicted to Facebook, twitter and some other atrocious websites.
However, technology has also some benefits as email has made communication much simpler and faster, resulting in abundant benefits for commerce and business. Furthermore, the World Wide Web means that information on every conceivable subject is now available to us. To explain, people can access news, medical advice, online education courses and much more via internet. It is evident that these improvements have made life far easier and more convenient for large numbers of people and will continue to do so for decades to come.
3) Conclusion
To conclude, it can be said that though the developments in IT have brought huge benefits, developments relating to new technology are likely to produce countless depressing effects in the future. That must be addressed if people want to avoid damaging impacts on individuals and society.
NB: Try to use passive voice rather than active voice at the beginning of the conclusion!
