Balanced Argument Essays
For the following essay questions: decide:
• what the topic is
• what the two points of view ore
• what your opinion is
• write down some vocabulary related to the topic.
Some people think that governments should ban dangerous sports. Others, however, think that everybody should have the freedom to decide which sport activity they choose. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
Some people think that schools should teach children manners and behaviour for the benefit of society. Others think that this is the responsibility of the parents.
Discuss both of these viewpoints and express your own opinion.
Some people think that violent films have negative effects on society. Others see them just as a form of entertainment.
Discuss both sides of this argument, and give your own opinion.
There is an argument that students at university should only study subjects to prepare them for the career they have chosen. Others, however, feel that students should study a wide range of subjects to better prepare them for adulthood.
Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
There is a belief that money is the most important form of happiness in today's society. However, there is an equal view that money is not a true measure of happiness, and there are other factors to measure happiness, such as relationships and work.
Discuss both viewpoints and give your opinion.