The easy way to ielts writing academic Module

Both advantages and disadvantages are outlined in this well-structured essay, where advanced
vocabulary and expressions are effectively put into practice using various sentence structures
appropriately. This essay meets the requirements for a high band score. 
(Complex and compound-
complex structures are underlined in this sample writing.)
Type 2:
In this type of essay, candidates need to discuss if the advantages of something or a situation outweigh its
disadvantages. Therefore, it is necessary to outline some benefits and some negative points, besides giving out
personal opinion in the thesis statement and restating it in conclusion. The question asks candidates to comment on
the stronger side’s overall weight, not necessarily the number of advantages or disadvantages. One recommended
way to organize these types of questions is to mention the weaker side in the first body paragraph and form the
second body paragraph based on the stronger side, followed by the conclusion, where the writer’s opinion is
restated. This organization gives the essay a firm look.
Topic #7
Space exploration has been an ongoing field of research in the 21
st
century. What are the advantages and
disadvantages of exploring space? Do you agree that its advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Advantages of space exploration
1. Scientific and technological breakthroughs
2. The possibility of finding another habitable planet

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Disadvantages of space exploration
These projects need huge amounts of money, which could be spent on other urgent issues, such as poverty and
illiteracy.
In this sample essay, I decided to agree that the advantages of space exploration outweigh its disadvantages.
Therefore, my first body paragraph will focus on its demerits, which is the weaker side.