How to express agree/disagree, positive/negative, compare
Use in Writing Task 2
1 Express Agree / Disagree
I agree that + S + V / I agree with ~
I agree that any child can become a good musician with enough practice.
I firmly believe that + S + V
I firmly believe that money is a better motivator than a job title for some employees.
I support the idea that + S + V
I support the idea that governments should fine people who do not recycle.
Some people think that + S + V
Some people think that learning languages is an important part of a well-rounded education.
It is a common belief that + S + V
It is a common belief that concentrating on practical skills is beneficial for students.
It is true that + S + v
It is true that people today are under more stress than in the past.
It is evident that + S + V
It is evident that developing artificial intelligence is advantageous.
There is a more persuasive argument that parents should prioritize their children over their careers.
It seems clear that + S + V + for several reasons.
It seems clear that exercise is more important than diet for several reasons.
I object to ~ / I object that + S + V
I object to spending tax money on sponsoring international sporting events.
I am against ~
I am against using the death penalty to prevent crimes.
2 Express advantage / disadvantage
2.1 The main advantage / Disadvantage is that + S + v
The main advantage is that students can learn technical skills.
2.2 S + has its (own) advantages and disadvantages
Opening borders to immigrants has its advantages and disadvantages.
2.3 It seems advantageous that + S + V
It seems advantegeous that the firm has many bilingual staff members # Comparison
2.4 Similarly, S + V
Similarly, saving for the future is more important than spending money now.
2.5 Compared to ~, S + V
Compared to other living costs, housing expenses are expensive.
2.6 It is preferable for ~ to -
It is preferable for governments to invest in education to foster long-term economic development.
3 Express contrast
3.1 Conversely, S + V
Conversely, playing sports teaches students the value of teamwork and leadership.
3.2 On the one hand, S + V
On the one hand, parental involvement encourages children to study.
3.3 On the contrary, S + V
On the contrary, spending on health care has increased.
3.4 However, unlike ~, S + V
However, unlike lecture-based classes, project-based learning offers hands-on experience.
3.5 While it is undeniable that + S + V, S + V
While it is undeniable that communities need to stay safe, privacy rights are also important.
4 Exercises
There is a more persuasive argument that children should take art classes.
Preserving the rainforests has its own advantages and disadvantages.
Some people think that the high salaries paid to athletes are justified.
The main advantage is that everyone has the same career opportunities.
Similarly, classmates can have a major impact on a student’s education.
I firmly believe that wearing bicycle helmets should be mandatory.
However, unlike most forms of renewable energy, wind power is relatively reliable.
I am against using animals in product testing.
I support the idea that universities should focus on teaching students professional skills.
It seems advantageous that students can provide feedback about their teachers.
Compared to college graduates, the salaries of those without university degrees tend to be low.
On the contrary, having a hobby can inspire students to be more creative.