12. Ý tưởng, Từ vựng, Đề thi & Bài mẫu Writing Task 2 – topic Family & Friends

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Đề số 1: DISTANCE  WITHIN MODERN FAMILIES

Sample answer:

There has been an alarming increase in divorce rates and family breakdowns in the globe, which is symptomatic of the declining closeness between family members. This essay will elaborate on the key reasons for this trend and recommend some workable solutions.

The culprits of weaker family dynamics are twofold. First, parents are swept into the maelstrom of work. In the past, one parent played the role of breadwinner who went out to earn a living while the other acted as a homemaker – staying home and taking care of their offspring. However, today’s norm is both go out for work, which reduces parents’ quality time with offspring and therefore make them more alienated. Secondly, modern forms of entertainment are more passive and solitary than in the past. At home, people tend to stick their eyes on TV screens or spend hours surfing the internet rather than chatting with family members or cooking together. These habits are also accountable for the fact that they are less close.

In order to foster family bonding, solutions should be taken. From the government perspective, offering financial incentives to parents who would rather remain at home but are unable to do so because of financial constraints is of benefit. This method has been implemented in Finland, for instance, which partly softens the hardship of living on a single income and thus increases the time mothers or fathers spend with their children. Another measure would be promoting more interactive leisure activities with the participation of family members. For example,”Dad, where are we going” TV show offers a great time for fathers and their daughters or sons to be together everyday, which increases their mutual understanding.

In conclusion, I believe that family relationships become worse because parents are busy working and leisure time at home is wasted for non-interactive activities. I suggest that financial assistance for parents with children or the organization of more activities for all family members are of importance to better this trend.

Đề số 2: LIVING ALONE OR IN SMALL FAMILIES

Sample

It is true that cities are seeing a rise in smaller families and one-person households, while the extended family is becoming a rarity. In my opinion, this is a negative development.

As families become smaller, the traditional family support network is disappearing, and this can have a negative impact on children as they grow up. In a nuclear family or single- parent household, childcare becomes an expensive and stressful part of daily life. Without the help of grandparents or aunts and uncles, busy parents must rely on babysitters, nannies and after-school clubs to take care of younger children, while older children may be left alone after school and during holidays. The absence of adult family members can mean that friends, television and the Internet become the primary influences on children’s behaviour. It is no surprise that the decline of the extended family has been linked to a rise in psychological and behavioural problems amongst young people.

The trend towards people living alone is perhaps even more damaging because of the psychological effects of reduced human interaction. Individuals who live on their own have nobody to talk to in person, so they cannot share problems or discuss the highs and lows of daily life. They forgo the constant stimulation and hustle and bustle of a large family, and are left to their own devices for extended periods of time. The lack of human contact in the home is necessarily replaced by passive distractions, such as television, video games, online chat rooms or Internet surfing. This type of existence is associated with boredom, loneliness, and feelings of isolation or even alienation, all of which are factors that are known to increase the risk of mental illness.

In conclusion, I believe that individuals thrive when they are part of larger family groups, and so it is worrying that many people are choosing to live alone or in such small family units.

Đề số 3: PARENTAL ROLES

Sample

It is true that men are increasingly likely to take on the role of househusband, while more women than ever are the breadwinners in their families. There could be several reasons for this, and I consider it to be a very positive trend.

In recent years, parents have had to adapt to various changes in our societies. Equal rights movements have made great progress, and it has become normal for women to gain qualifications and pursue a career. It has also become socially acceptable for men to stay at home and look after their children. At the same time, the rising cost of living has meant that both marriage partners usually need to work and save money before starting a family. Therefore, when couples have children, they may decide who works and who stays at home depending on the personal preference of each partner, or based on which partner earns the most money.

In my view, the changes described above should be seen as progress. We should be happy to live in a society in which men and women have equal opportunities, and in which women are not put under pressure to sacrifice their careers. Equally, it seems only fair that men should be free to leave their jobs in order to assume childcare responsibilities if this is what they wish to do. Couples should be left to make their own decisions about which parental role each partner takes, according to their particular circumstances and needs.

In conclusion, the changing roles of men and women in the family are a result of wider changes in society, and I believe that these developments are desirable.

Đề số 4: YOUNG PEOPLE LEAVING HOME

Sample

It has become increasingly prevalent for young adults to leave home before getting married. In my opinion, this is a positive trend taken as a whole because it fosters independence but it can have rare debilitating financial drawbacks.

The main drawback to moving out early is losing a parental safety net that safeguards financial stability. In large cities such as New York, real estate prices are so high that without a high-paying job you will struggle to contend with rent, food, transportation costs, and allowances for leisure activities. It is even possible that these hardships could prove overwhelming and pride may prevent your from going back to your parents. These individuals might end up taking a job with a low salary or that is not their passion.

The aforementioned drawbacks are the exceptions; the majority of people who move out are successful because they become self-reliant. A standout example of this is the typical American university student. Most students leave their parental home at 18 and never look back. These students take their first baby steps towards looking after themselves by doing their own laundry, managing their finances to an extent, and taking on campus employment. Once they graduate from university they will likely take over their entire financial outlay. This means they must find a good job and spend more responsibly. These qualities, of frugality and responsibility, will serve them well in their lives and increase their odds of future success.

In conclusion, the majority benefit from the added responsibility that leaving home brings. To encourage more people to move out parents should provide a degree of financial support when necessary but focus moreso on fostering their children’s independence.

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