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In recent years, more and more parents have sent their children abroad to study.
Is studying abroad a good idea or not Why
A local newspaper has invited parents to share their opinions about studying abroad. Now, let’s read the letters to get more information.
Read these two letters and underline each writer's main points. Then mark the reasons for their opinions.
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main point
main point
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2
3
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2
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reasons
reasons
Read the letters again and then use the connectors in the box to rewrite the sentences below.
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as a result besides for instance that is to say
1. Students who want to study abroad must consider their parents' budget. They should think about whether they can afford the costs of studying overseas.
2. Studying abroad can put great pressure on young people. They may feel lonely and miss their families.
3. Studying abroad will give students a good education. It also helps them to gain a global perspective.
4. Global development strategies help to make connections between China and the rest of the world. Young people with language skills and strong cultural awareness are needed.
Students who want to study abroad must consider their
parents' budget. That is to say, they should think about whether they can afford the costs of studying overseas.
Studying abroad can put great pressure on young people.
For instance, they may feel lonely and miss their families.
Studying abroad will give students a good education. Besides, it also helps them to gain a global perspective.
Global development strategies help to make connections between China and the rest of the world. As a result, young people with language skills and strong cultural awareness are needed.
Discuss the following questions with your partner.
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1. What are some other advantages or disadvantages of studying abroad that were not mentioned in the letters
2. Which parent would you probably side with Why
1. What are some other advantages or disadvantages of studying abroad that were not mentioned in the letters
One disadvantage of studying abroad is that not all students are suited to it. Some students will never gain the needed language ability or may not get the most from an unfamiliar teaching approach.
One advantage of studying abroad is the opportunity to meet new lifelong friends from different cultural backgrounds.
2. Which parent would you probably side with Why
I would probably side with Zhang Yi because I think Wang Li’s perspective is too narrow. Yes, there are possible disadvantages with studying abroad, but Chinese students are smart and strong enough to overcome these. Meanwhile, the rewards for studying abroad are much greater than any of the disadvantages.
STUDYING ABROAD
Is it a good or a bad idea
Group A - pros
Group B - cons
I think studying abroad is a good idea, because…
I think studying abroad is a bad idea, because…
Some ideas for reference:
Analyse the argumentative letters.
1. Mark the parts of the argument in the letters.
A. Start with a question or a fact.
B. State an opinion.
C. Give reasons and evidence to support an opinion.
D. State a conclusion.
A
B
C
D
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2. Underline the connectors in the letters.
Connectors expressing reasons or evidence
Listing:
to begin with
what is more
besides moreover
in addition
Cause&effect
because as so
thus therefore
as a result
Giving examples:
for example
for instance
such as
Connectors expressing opinion
Point of view:
in my opinion
as far as I know
as far as I am concerned
personally (speaking)
Summary:
in short to sum up
all in all
in conclusion/summary
generally speaking
Restating:
in other words
that is to say
that means
Study the words below.
Write a letter to the editor expressing your own opinions about studying abroad.
Step1: Start with a question or a fact.
Step2: State an opinion.
Step3: Give reasons and evidence to support
an opinion.
Step4: State a conclusion.
How to write an argumentative letter:
Step1: Start with a question or a fact.
Step2: State an opinion.
Step3: Give reasons and evidence to support
an opinion.
Step4: State a conclusion.
1. What advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad are mentioned in the letters
2. What are your opinions about studying abroad
3. Can you write an argumentative letter
to express your opinions
1. Finish the composition