Many people believe that cooking is an essential life skill and should be taught to boys and girls in schools. Others disagree and believe it is a waste of school time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

While
some people argue that cooking is a valuable
skill
which goes on throughout our lives and
youth
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of
today
should learn how to cook basic meals as it is a survival
skill
and many benefits, which can not be overlooked, many
other
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others
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believe that it is a wasting time and resources.
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perspectives
. I believe it should be a personal choice and can not not imposed on the children. There are many reasons why some individuals believe that it is an essential
skill
and should be incorporated as a school
subject
. First of all, we are living in a global village
today
and sometimes, we send our children to
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neighbouring countries to study and grow. They come across
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different situations there . Meanwhile, they learn how to plan their resources as per their needs
such
as
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managing
money with other important things. So, sometimes they do not have enough money
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they can purchase food
everday
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every day
from outside, but if they know how to cook, it is relatively cheaper and money-saving.
Secondly
, in the era of
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, both parents have to work in order to meet the expenses of
today
, I think it can be helpful for them if they have taught cooking to their child
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so that they do not need to worry about their kids as they are able to make basic meals for them. In view of
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believe
it is
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advantageous
skill
. On the other side,
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those who
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assert that it is not a
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skill
, give their reasons as follows.
Firstly
, it is a waste of time as per their opinion because
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, in
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this
era of technology, they can order and receive food in
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matter of
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minutes
and they do not think that it is advisable to add it as a
subject
in schools.
Secondly
, students are struggling with their studies
today
because of the competition,
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peer pressure
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and
parents
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expectations are really high, so they are in the
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of going ahead of each other.
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,
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extra pressure which can lead to serious health problems
such
as depression and weight gain.
That is
why, they think it should not be added as
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another
subject
. In conclusion, I reiterate my opinion that it is a blessing for the learners if they are interested
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how to cook when
need
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the need
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arises, but on the other side if they already dealing with other important subjects and their grades are suffering
then
, it can be
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subject
in schools.
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Ensure clarity in your sentences by simplifying complex structures, which can enhance readability and coherence. For example, sentences like 'Sometimes they do not have enough money that they can purchase food everyday from outside, but if they know how to cook, it is relatively cheaper and money-saving' can be broken down to simplify understanding.
Task Achievement
Strengthen your argument with more elaborated examples and perspectives to reflect complex thinking.
Grammar
Review grammar and vocabulary to enhance precision and reduce minor errors. For example, the use of 'inflanation' instead of 'inflation'.
Coherence
The essay presents a balanced view of the topic, offering points for both sides before expressing a clear personal opinion.
Structure
The introduction and conclusion are clear and provide a thoughtful framework for the discussion.
Task Achievement
Clear points are provided supporting both perspectives, with persuasive arguments to frame the importance of the cooking skill.

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