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An essay
A. Below is an essay about the advantages and disadvantages of taking up a team sport. Read the essay
and answer the following questions.
1. How did the writer organise his/her essay?
2. Does he/she present his/her own opinion? If yes, where?
3. What kind of language does the writer use?
THE ADVANTAGES AND

DISADVANTAGES OF

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TAKING UP A TEAM SPORT

People worldwide enjoy sports whether they are playing all, there is a chance that not all players will get along with
in a team or doing an individual sport. Some choose team each other. This may cause arguments and make players
sports because they benefit from playing in a team, while very competitive. In addition, a player might feel that he/
those who take up individual sports consider team sports she is a failure if the team does not do well, even though
to have many disadvantages. this person is quite a good player. Last but not least, when
To begin with, one advantage of taking up a team sport you are part of a team, you have to depend on other
is the sense of team spirit and team pride one feels. players for a number of reasons. One of the most important
Players learn to co-operate while working towards the is the fact that if the other players do not show up, practice
same goal. This encourages people to be less selfish. will be cancelled.
Moreover, playing in a team can also help one make new In conclusion, when it comes to sports, one should not
friends and feel a sense of belonging. Another reason for forget the benefits, whether they have chosen a team or an
taking up a team sport is that when you win, you share the individual sport. Personally, I believe that there is a lot to be
achievement and when you lose, you have someone to gained by playing in a team that should not be missed.
share the loss with. In the end, however, it may just depend on each person’s
On the other hand, there are some disadvantages. First of personality and preference.

B. Read the tip in the Writing Section and the
sentences below, which were taken from
different essays. Decide if they are used to
introduce Advantages, Disadvantages or the
Conclusion. Write A, D or C.

1. To begin with, doing an individual sport gives
athletes the opportunity to train better.
2. In addition, people can get injured when
doing sports.
3. Doing sports does not only help people keep
fit, but also relax and forget their problems.
4. To sum up, extreme sports are dangerous,
but they are very exciting as well.
5. On the other hand, people feel quite
lonely when doing an individual sport.
6. In conclusion, working out at the gym
helps you stay fit and healthy, and, in my
opinion, everybody should try it.

C. Write an essay about the advantages and
disadvantages of working out at a gym.

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