It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for sport or music, and others are not. However, it is sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports person or musician. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Being born with some innate ability is a norm for some individuals.
In contrast
, it is argued that being an expert in sport or music cannot be learnt. I believe
talent
is not enough to become a good athlete or
musician but
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musician, but
constant practise which is a means of perfection is what is needed. One major
skills
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skill
to be successful in the entertainment world is perfection which is a reflection of constant practise because it is fuelled by interest.
For example
, legends in entertainment
such
as Micheal Jackson; a musician and Mike Tyson a hero in sport, claimed to be driven by their passion and not
talent
. Due to
this
internal motivation, they were able to set
world record
Suggestion
a world record
which makes them Masters in these
field
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fields
.
However
, the role of innate ability in being a good athlete or artist cannot be disputed.
Talent
is a fraction of an individual that cannot be
eradicated but
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eradicated, but
a
talent not
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talent, not
ignited or practised will yield no result.
For example
,
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,
a study conducted by an African country revealed that most of the adults,
wile
a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition
while
at tender age are seen with certain abilities
such
as high speed in running errands by
foot but these
Suggestion
foot, but these
skills which are unlearnt wear out as they grow because of their unsupportive environment to develop these abilities to perfection. In conclusion, while
talent
is Paramount in the foundation of being a very good athlete or musician, constant practise is the major key in being successful in these fields.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • Innate talent
  • Nurture
  • Prodigy
  • Proficiency
  • Deliberate practice
  • Physiological factors
  • Grit
  • Perseverance
  • Cultural norms
  • Structured training
  • Physical predisposition
  • Natural aptitude
  • Dedicated training
  • Societal influence
  • Passion
  • Genetic endowment
  • Skill acquisition
  • Expertise
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Mastery
  • Cognitive abilities
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