TOEFL iBT2, Writing | BRAINSTORMING
The first step in writing is to plan your writing, which includes:
a. Read the topic carefully and highlight the keywords
b. brainstorm ideas about the topic
c. organize/ categirize the ideas
d. outline your writing
In this exercise you are to brainstorm ideas about your chosen topic. Remember that you should use only short words/ phrases, and should not limit your ideas in any aspects. Once that is done, which takes around 2 minutes, outline your writing and submit them here.
1. Some students prefer to study alone. Others prefer to study with a group of students. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
>> KHUE
2. Some students like classes where teachers lecture (do all of the talking) in class. Other students prefer classes where the students do some of the talking. Which type of class do you prefer? Give specific reasons and details to support your choice.
>> PHUC
3. When students move to a new school, they sometimes face problems. How can schools help these students with their problems? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.
>> N. ANH
4. Many students choose to attend schools or universities outside their home countries. Why do some students study abroad? Use specific reasons and details to explain your answer.
>> TUAN
5. Your school has enough money to purchase either computers for students or books for the library. Which should your school choose to buy - computers or books? Use specific reasons and examples to support your recommendation.
>> P. TRANG
6. In the future, students may have the choice of studying at home by using technology such as computers or television or of studying at traditional schools. Which would you prefer? Use reasons and specific details to explain your choice.
>> THAO
7. Your school has received a gift of money. What do you think is the best way for your school to spend this money? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
>> KHOA
8. Some people believe that students should be given one long vacation each year. Others believe that students should have several short vacations throughout the year. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
>> CHI
9. If you could make one important change in a school that you attended, what change would you make? Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
>> NAM
10. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? High schools should allow students to study the courses that students want to study. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
>> TRA MY
