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listen [|here] WRITING EXERCISE 10: For each of the following writing topics, write introductions that include material to interest the reader in the topic, a statement of the specific topic, and a statement showing the organization of the discussion of the topic.

1. Some people prefer to work in one company for all their career. Others think it is better to move from company to company. Discuss the advantages of each position. Which do you think is better and why?

In my family we have experience both In staying with one company for a long time and in moving from one company to another. I find that OM of these ways of working is better. for me. However, each of these ways of working has its own advantages.

2. What famous place would you like to visit? Use details and reasons to support your response. )

3. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

Actions speak louder than words.

Use specific reasons and examples to support your response.

4. Compare yourself today and yourself five years ago. In what ways are you the same or different? Use specific examples to support your response.

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WRITING EXERCISE 10: For each of the following writing topics, write introductions that, include material to interest the reader in the topic, a statement of the specific topic, and a statement showing the organization of the discussion of the topic.

1. Some people prefer to work in one company for all their career. Others think it is better to move from company to company. Discuss the advantages of each position. Which do you think is better and why?

In my family we have experience both In staying with one company for a long time and in moving from one company to another. I find that one of theee ways of working le better for me. However, each of these ways of working has its own advantages.

2. What famous place would you like to visit? Use details and reasons to support your response.

3. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

Actions speak louder than words.

Use specific reasons and examples to support your response.

4. Compare yourself today and yourself five years ago. In what ways are you the same or different? Use specific examples to support your response.

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5. I Some people prefer to play team sports, while others prefer to play Individual sports. Discuss

I the advantages of each. Then indicate which you prefer and why.

6. What is the best age to marry? Give reasons and examples to support your response.

7. What are the characteristics of a good teacher? Use reasons and examples to support your response.

8. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

Haste makes waste.

Use specific reasons and examples to support your response.

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9. It can be quite difficult to learn a new language. What do you think are the most difficult aspects of learning a new language? Give reasons and examples to support your response.

10. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

The TOEFL test is a wonderful test!

Use reasons and examples to support your response.

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