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T h ầ y H i ệ p S Đ T : 0 9 0 6 1 1 5 1 7 1 Page 1 of 3 Mr. Hiep’s English Classes 3 WAYS TO WRITE AN OPINION ESSAY HOW TO WRITE AN OPINION ESSAY TOPIC: The only way to improve ROAD SAFETY is to give much STRICTER PUNISHMENTS on DRIVING OFFENSES. To what extent do you agree or disagree? INTRODUCTION: Cần làm được HAI NHIỆM VỤ CHÍNH ở INTRODUCTION của dạng OPINION ESSAY: 1. Introduce the topic: giới thiệu chủ đề chính a. Topic: Improving road safety using strict punishments on driving offenses 2. Answer the question: trả lời câu hỏi của đề bài. Có 3 cách trả lời chính như sau: a. Strongly agree b. Partly Agree/Balanced Opinion c. Counter-argument EXERCISE: 1. STRONG OPINION: Dùng “HINGES SOLELY ON”; “IMPOSE SEVERE PENALTIES FOR”; “STRINGENT MEASURES”; “DETER RECKLESS DRIVING BEHAVIORS” __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. BALANCED OPINION: Dùng “WHILE S + V, S + V.”; “PLAY A SIGNIFICANT ROLE IN DOING SOMETHING”; “OTHER PREVENTIVE MEASURES”; “ACHIEVE A COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTION.” __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. COUNTER-ARGUMENT: Dùng “CONTRARY TO THE BELIEF THAT”; “OVERLOOKS OTHER EFECTIVE STRATEGIES”; “ADDRESSING ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS” __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ SAMPLE ANSWERS: 1. STRONG OPINION: I wholeheartedly support the (1) proposition/standpoint that (2) enhancing road safety (3) HINGES solely ON imposing severe (4) penalties for driving offenses, AS (5) stringent measures often (6) deter reckless driving behaviors.
T h ầ y H i ệ p S Đ T : 0 9 0 6 1 1 5 1 7 1 Page 2 of 3 2. BALANCED OPINION: (7) While stricter punishments for driving (8) offenses could play a significant role (9) in improving road safety, I believe this approach should be balanced with other preventive (10) measures to achieve a (11) comprehensive solution. 3. COUNTER-ARGUMENT: (12) Contrary to the belief that only (13) severe punishments for driving offenses can (14) enhance road safety, I argue that this approach (15) overlooks other effective strategies that are equally (16) crucial in addressing road safety (17) concerns. CONCLUSION: Cần làm được HAI NHIỆM VỤ CHÍNH ở CONCLUSION của dạng OPINION ESSAY: 1. Reintroduce the topic: giới thiệu lại chủ đề chính 2. Re-answer the question: trả lời lại câu hỏi của đề bài. 1. STRONG OPINION: Dùng “UNWAVERING STANCE”; “THE KEY TO SOMETHING”; “LIES IN”; “THE RIGOROUS ENFORCEMENT OF HARSHER PENALTIES”; “DETER DANGEROUS DRIVING BEHAVIORS” __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. BALANCED OPINION: Dùng “ACKNOWLEDGE THE IMPORTANCE OF”; “COMBINE THESE MEASURES WITH OTHER ROAD SAFETY STRATEGIES”; “HOLISTIC AND EFFECTIVE APPROACH” __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. COUNTER-ARGUMENT: Dùng “ROAD SAFETY CANNOT BE IMPROVED SOLELY THROUGH”; “THIS NARROW FOCUS DISREGARDS OTHER VITAL ELEMENTS”; “CONTRIBUTE TO SAFER DRIVING ENVIRONMENT” __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ SAMPLE ANSWERS: 1. STRONG OPINION: In conclusion, my unwavering stance is that the (1) key to significantly (2) improving road safety (3) lies in the rigorous (4) enforcement of harsher (5) penalties for driving offenses, which will effectively (6) deter dangerous driving (7) behaviors. 2. BALANCED OPINION: In summary, (8) while I acknowledge the importance of (9) stricter punishments in improving road safety, it is imperative to combine these (10) measures with other road safety (11) strategies for a more (12) holistic and effective approach. 3. COUNTER-ARGUMENT: To conclude, I maintain that road safety cannot be improved (13) solely through stringent (14) punishments for driving offenses, as this narrow focus (15) disregards other vital (16) elements that contribute to a safer driving (17) environment.
T h ầ y H i ệ p S Đ T : 0 9 0 6 1 1 5 1 7 1 Page 3 of 3 BODY PARAGRAPHS: Body Paragraphs for Strong Opinion 1. First Body Paragraph: The primary reason for my strong conviction is the clear (1) deterrent effect of severe penalties. Studies have consistently shown that when drivers are (2) aware of the serious consequences for traffic (3) violations, such as hefty (4) fines or license (5) suspensions, they are more inclined to (6) adhere to traffic laws. This behavioral change is crucial in reducing accidents and (7) fatalities on the road. For instance, countries that have implemented stringent measures (8) against drunk driving have witnessed a substantial (9) decline in related accidents, underlining the (10) effectiveness of harsh penalties in (11) promoting road safety. 2. Second Body Paragraph: Additionally, strict punishments serve as a moral (12) reminder to society about the importance of responsible driving. By penalizing driving offenses heavily, governments (13) underscore the severity and potential harm of such actions, (14) fostering a culture of safety and respect on the roads. This not only helps in (15) curbing immediate reckless behaviors but also (16) instills a long-term attitude of caution and responsibility among drivers, which is essential for (17) sustained road safety improvements. Body Paragraphs for Balanced Opinion 1. First Body Paragraph: Acknowledging the role of stricter punishments, it is undeniable that they can (18) deter individuals from (19) flouting traffic laws. The fear of facing severe (20) repercussions acts as a powerful (21) motivator for drivers to remain (22) vigilant and compliant with road regulations. For example, the introduction of harsher (23) penalties for speeding has led to a noticeable decrease in speeding-related (24) incidents in several urban areas. However, this should not be the sole (25) focus, as relying only on punitive (26) measures can lead to a one-dimensional (27) approach that neglects other (28) factors contributing to road safety. 2. Second Body Paragraph: In contrast, a (29) balanced approach that includes educational (30) campaigns, improved road (31) infrastructure, and enhanced driver (32) training programs can (33) complement the strict penalties. Educating drivers about the (34) risks of negligent driving and providing better road (35) conditions can significantly reduce the (36) likelihood of accidents. Moreover, regular driver training can (37) equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary for safe driving. Thus, while strict punishments are necessary, they should be part of a broader, more (38) holistic strategy to improve road safety effectively. Body Paragraphs for Counter-Argument 1. First Body Paragraph: While stricter punishments may seem like a (39) straightforward solution, they often fail to address the (40) root causes of unsafe driving behaviors. Many traffic violations (41) stem from a lack of awareness or understanding of road safety (42) principles. Therefore, educational (43) initiatives and awareness (44) campaigns are critical in cultivating a more profound and lasting (45) understanding of safe driving practices. For instance, educating new drivers about the (46) dangers of distracted driving has proven more effective in reducing such (47) incidents than merely increasing (48) penalties. 2. Second Body Paragraph: Moreover, focusing solely on punishment (49) overlooks the importance of road conditions and infrastructure in (50) preventing accidents. Poor road (51) design, inadequate (52) signage, and lack of pedestrian (53) facilities are significant (54) contributors to road accidents. Investing in better infrastructure, such as clearer road (55) markings and more pedestrian (56) crossings, can significantly (57) enhance road safety. In this light, it becomes evident that improving road safety is a (58) multifaceted issue that requires more than just the (59) implementation of stringent punishments for driving (60) offenses.