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In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?

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In recent times,
children
 have set many aims and have been trying to achieve them. Pupils who are given the message that trying hard can result in accomplishment.
This
 statement
have
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the
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apply
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advantages and
the
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apply
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disadvantages for
children
. First of all,
children
 who received
this
 quote are feeling
motivative
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motivated
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 and can reach
the
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their
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 goal, whilst they might feel
pressure
 and
depress
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depression
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.
This
 message can lead
children
 to gain motivation to do something and lead to achievement. When they
received
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this
 message, they will feel motivated and will be
focus
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focused
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about
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on
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 the goal.
For example
,
children
 in Thailand received some quotes from teachers to
be focus
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 on
examination
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examinations
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 which
involve
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children
to read
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reading
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 more books in order to have a better
grade
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grades
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 to proud
their
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of their
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family
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families
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.
This
 achievement can result in happiness
of
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for
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 ourselves and
families
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our families
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.
However
, sometimes
children
 may feel
pressure
 and may lead to depression. When they focus on the aim that they want to achieve, they will feel
pressure
 and worry whether they can accomplish
or
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 not.
For instance
,
the
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a
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 recent study has shown that Korean youngsters who have
an
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a
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 crucial examination for entering the university are
in stress
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stressed
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 because their family force them to have
a good scores
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a good score
good scores
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, if they have a low grade they will
have a punishment
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be punished
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.
This
 problem
lead
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leads
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 to depression
of
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in
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 youngsters which
continue
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continues
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 to increase
in
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apply
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these days.
To conclude
,
children
 who received the quote about trying hard are getting the advantages of motivation and accomplishment,
while
 some says that
this
 result in
pressure
 and depression
of
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in
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 pupils.
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coherence cohesion
Ensure a clear introduction, an organized body with distinct paragraphs for each point, and a clear conclusion that summarizes the main ideas.
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Develop main points more fully with specific examples and explanations to support each advantage and disadvantage mentioned.
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Provide a more balanced view by dedicating equal time to discussing both advantages and disadvantages with corresponding examples and analysis.
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Watch out for grammatical errors, as consistent mistakes can detract significantly from the clarity of your argument.
coherence cohesion
Work on your vocabulary. Aim to use precise vocabulary suited for the academic setting of the IELTS exam.

Answer the 'Advantages and Disadvantages' topic

IELTS advantages and disadvantages questions normally give you a statement and ask you to comment on the advantages and disadvantages of that statement.

Answer structure for the type of essay

  • Introduction
  • Body paragraph 1 – advantages
  • Body paragraph 2 – disadvantages
  • Conclusion

Examples to start your body paragraph:

  • The main advantage is...
  • The disadvantage of this...
  • The main benefit...
  • Despite these advantages...
  • One possible drawback...

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • achieve
  • try hard
  • positive mindset
  • self-belief
  • motivates
  • ambitious goals
  • resilience
  • determination
  • confidence
  • self-esteem
  • growth mindset
  • unrealistic expectations
  • disappointment
  • failure
  • effort
  • hard work
  • seek support
  • individual differences
  • abilities
  • capabilities
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