Argumentos

Cuando queremos argumentar sobre algún tema tenemos que presentar nuestro punto de vista de forma objetiva mostrando tanto las ventajas y como las desventajas. A menudo, en la conclusión, podemos incluir nuestra opinión personal con respecto al tema.

Advantages and disadvantages of Mobile phones

Opening: States the issue

Who doesn’t have a mobile phone these days’ the fact is they seem to be everywhere. However, while mobile phones certainly have many supporters, there are also people who have reservations about them

Body: Presents arguments for and against, giving examples

Those who are in favour of mobile phones claim that they make communication an immediate process and people no longer need to wait until they find an ordinary phone when they need to make an urgent phone call. Moreover, they also point out that a mobile phone can be a life-saver in the case of an emergency. Finally, parents feel much more secure when they know that, thanks to them, they can contact their children whenever they want.

On the other hand, those who are against mobiles phones state the fact that much research must still be carried out in order to prove decisively that mobile phones do not damage your health. Another disadvantage is the way that mobile phones are destroying our social life. How many times have you had to stop a conversation so that your partner can answer his or her mobile phone? Not to mention the disturbances they cause at concerts and theatre performances.

Closing: Sums up the topic. Refers back to the opening. States opinion

In conclusion, although there are two sides to a coin, I believe that mobile phones generally do improve the quality of our life. In my opinion, even if only one life has been saved thanks to a mobile phone, they have justified their existence

Mobiles

The most important advantage of mobile phones is that you can use them almost everywhere without cables or electricity. By using mobile phones, you can communicate with everyone whenever you want and wherever you are.

Beside this, if there is an urgent situation, such as an accident or a meeting with someone, you certainly need a mobile phone. Furthermore, mobiles are not only used for communication, but they can also be used for taking pictures, listening to music, playing games, getting onto the internet, and so on.

On the other hand, using a cell phone has some disadvantages. For example, it is a very expensive way of communication. Moreover, radiation from cell phones is not good for humans’ health. It especially has bad effects on children and old people. Furthermore, if you have a full system working car, your ABS system or some electrical equipment in your car can be blocked by cell phone signals.

To sum up, mobiles not only have advantages, but they also have disadvantages. Mobile phones make our life easier, but on the other hand, they may cause some serious health problems.

Travelling by boat

Travelling by a boat is rather old-fashioned. However, it has certain advantages. To begin with, boats are usually more comfortable than planes or cars. Instead of staying in your seat the whole journey, you can go for a walk on the deck, eat in a restaurant, or even go shopping. Having more space to move around makes a long journey much more pleasant. Furthermore, boats are often cheaper than other forms of travel. For example, a boat ticket usually costs less than a plane ticket. Finally, boats are a safer alternative to cars and planes. There are fewer accidents at sea than in the air or on the roads.

Television violence

Parents can protect children from too much TV violence in the following ways: First of all, they should be careful about the programs their children are watching. For example, they can watch some of the programs with them. Second, they can set limits on the amount of time their children spend in front of the television. Moreover, sometimes characters in movies get hurt or killed. Parents should point out that this does not always reflect reality. Furthermore, they should not let the children see violent shows, and change the channel or turn off the TV set when something unpleasant comes on. Finally, it is better to explain what is wrong and what is right about the programs the children watch.

The advantages of nuclear power are numerous.

First of all, it is cheaper, richer than fossil fuels, and easier to transport. Secondly, nuclear reactors need little fuel, and they only need refuelling approximately once every three years. In addition, nuclear power is environmentally a lot friendlier than other alternative types of energy. It produces hardly any air pollution, and it releases less radiation into the atmosphere than coal-burning power plants. Moreover, the risks of a meltdown or a radiation leak are extremely small. Furthermore, it is a lot safer than most people think. There are many safety features which make nuclear power one of the safest electricity sources.

“Professional footballers in Europe earn too much money”. Discuss.

Read the essay and match parts 1-4 with paragraphs A-D

· Introduction

· Arguments for high salary

· Arguments against

· Conclusion

A.- On the other hand, it is dreadful to think that some footballers earn more money in a week than an ordinary person earns in a year. Although these footballers have an expensive lifestyle, they do not need such a lot of money. Also, ht public has to pay more to watch matches because footballers are paid more each year.

B.- It is true that in most countries in Europe today, professional footballers earn an enormous amount of money. What is more, despite being very rich, there footballers always demand more money every year. Is this justified?

C.- All in all, I think that footballers do not earn too much money. The job is not as glamorous as people think and they have to work extremely hard. We mustn’t forget that a professional footballer’s working life is much shorter than usual, especially if he has to give up the sport because of a bad injury.

D.-On the one hand, these footballers are the best players in the county. They have to stick to a difficult training schedule and play well every week. Their job is competitive and stressful. In addition, they are always followed by the paparazzi so it is fair that they earn a lot.