IELTS 24H

CẬP NHẬT LỊCH DẠY, ÁP DỤNG TỪ 11.8.2025.

In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.

(by students at IELTS THẦY MẠNH)
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IELTS 24H

In certain countries, it is advocated that the young should take a gap year before pursuing their tertiary education. While it is believed to offer a few advantages, there are also disadvantages worth considering. This essay will grant us a chance to discuss both sides thoroughly. (Ha Nguyen)

On the bright side, there are two main benefits. First, through traveling, the young could expand their horizons. It is argued that they would have a closer accress to numberous cultures, customs, ect. Therefore, they can gain more profound understanding of the surrounding world. Besides, they can learn to appreciate the value of labor in particular and money in general. For example, once young people take a gap year to work part-time, they will realize the hardship involved in earning a living. Then, they will think thoroughly before purchasing anything they desire. To put it another way, they could become less impulsive in their spending. (Minh Nguyet)

On the dark side, various drawbacks in relation to/ as a consequence of taking a gap year may be noted. One significant concern is that they are more likely to suffer from a sense of depression. In fact, an array of people are too young to cope with certain practical work experience or unexpected situations. Not to mention, they are often under pressure to take care of themselves and stay safe from social evils without the protection or support from their parents. Another drawback is the reluctance to return to their academic studies. In excelling in the labor market at their young age, some enjoy making money and becoming financially independent so much that no longer are they interested in starting over their study again. Their future is negatively affected, as it is important to graduate with a degree so as to be competitive in current job markets. (Phuong Quynh)

In conclusion, taking a gap year can empower young people to gain invaluable experience and become financially independent. However, they may also feel depressed or become so interested in earning money that they quit their studies. Therefore, it is necessary to weigh the benefits against/ and drawbacks carefully prior to making a decision on whether they should take a gap year or not. (Ha Nguyen)

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The diagram below shows a small local museum and its surroundings in 1957 and 2007.

(by Thanh Vy, student at IELTS THẦY MẠNH)
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The two maps illustrate the layout of a small local museum and its surrounding area in the years 1957 and 2007. Overall, the museum underwent significant developments over the 50-year period, with the removal of some natural features to accommodate increased functionality and accessibility.
Trung Kien:
As can be seen from the maps, in 1957, the museum, which was surrounded with a large garden featured with a large number of trees, contained three specific rooms, namely a national history exhibition, a local history room and a museum store-room. Notably, entrance hall was accessed by/ via a curved path, connecting to the road. Five decades later, in 2007, the garden was reduced in size, with most of the trees being chopped down, to make room/ way for the construction of a car park as well as the expansion of the museum. In detail, the museum was equipped with such amenities as a reception, a café, an education center, a museum shop along with a local history room. It should also be noted that the entrance was moved, leading directly from the road to the museum shop.
All in all, the museum witnessed spectacular changes to become a more customer-friendly one, with the addition/ er****on/ building of new facilities to serve customers, regarding a café, a museum shop as well as a reception.

Some would see the application of death penalty as an indispensable deterrent of crimes, whereas others take issue with that point of view. Which standpoint are you in favor of? Write an academic essay to support your opinion.



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Recently, there has been lively debate about/ over whether death penalty should be abolished. Some adherents/ supporters/ promonents of the abolition have a belief that death penalty violates the right to live, one of the basic human rights. However, others are of the opposite opinion that the enforcement of penalty death is essential to deter crimes. Personally, I gravitate toward the former standpoint. This essay will grant us a chance to elaborate upon the issue. (Hue Tam)

Supporters of the removal of death penalty are convinced that errors caused by humans have not been eliminated. In reality, a plethora of innocents have been wrongly executed. No matter how advanced a justice system is, human failures still occur. Unlike prison sentences, death penalty is irreversible or irreparable. (Thanh Vy)

Furthermore, it is widely acknowledged that death penalty scarcely/ barely/ hardly deters crimes as effectively as expected. As recently stated by the Supreme Court of Vietnam, “ there is no conclusive evidence regarding the deterrent value of capital punishment”. It should be noted that the effectiveness of death penalty in preventing crimes is being seriously questioned by an increasing number of experienced law enforcement professionals. (Trung Kien)

In conclusion, from my personal perspective/ point of view, the fact that the society used to support death sentences could have stemmed from the expectation of a crime-free society. Nevertheless, it is vital to bear in mind that there is always more than an effective approach for any issues. Thus, death penalty should be abolished and replaced by/ with another more efficient and humane method. (Hue Tam)

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The maps show the changes which have taken place in Grange Park since 1920.
Summarize the main features, making comparison where relevant.
You should spend 20 minutes on this task.



A Sample by Trung Kien (a student at IELTS THẦY MẠNH)

Given are the maps illustrating the overall development of Grange park in Arnold avenue staged in two different periods from 1920 to today. In general, the park has been changed and renovated to offer people more possibilities than they used to have decades ago such as a café, a theatre, and an underground parking space.

As can be seen from the maps, in 1920, the park was featured with entertainment facilities as regards a roofed stage for musicians, seats, a fountain, rose gardens and so on. Since then, there have been notable relocation in terms of seats. While the entrances and the rose garden in the northwest remain unchanged, the stage for musicians has been dismantled to make room for a much larger amphitheatre for concerts facing outdoors audience seats in the west. This change has necessitated the removal of both the seats as well as the rose garden in the northwest and southwest respectively. Moreover, the pond for water plants in the northeast has been levelled to make way for a children’s play area, along with the rose garden nearby being cleared to give way to the construction of a café.

Furthermore, it should be noted that the glasshouse in the southeast has been demolished and replaced with a water feature while the fountain in the center has been knocked down to make way for a rose garden together with new seats. Other noticeable development is that an entrance to an underground car park has been added to the southeast of Grange park.

Some people think that it is beneficial for students to go private schools, but others think that is has negative effect. Discuss both points of view and give your own opinion.

A sample written by Hue Tam (a student at IELTS THẦY MẠNH)\

There is an inevitable fact that education plays a vital role in a well-rounded development of an individual. In this age, choosing a type of school that is suitable for students has become a thorny issue. While some hold the view that private schools are ideal academic environment for students to develop, others have an opposite view. It seems to me that studying at private schools brings both benefits and drawbacks to students, which will be elaborated upon in this essay.

On the dark side, there are several significant disadvantages to opting for studying at private schools. One major problem is very high school fees. Some cannot afford, or others are under much pressure. Besides, most private schools are paid-to-study schools in which students do not have to compete to have a seat. This leads to the lack of competition and the shortage of motivation, which has adverse effects on students’ academic results.

On the bright side, studying at those schools benefits students considerably in several ways. In the first place, such schools are believed to be well – furbished and equipped with modern facilities. Accordingly, students have chances to conduct practical experiments in modern labs and media rooms. Moreover, private schools are also assumed to provide students with international studying environments where they can foster their English skills thanks to daily interactions with international students and acquire/ obtain more knowledge of various cultures and customs. Therefore, they can improve their foreign languages in particular and communication skills in general.

In a nutshell, it can be reckoned that everything has merits as well as demerits and private schools are not an exception. It is, therefore, suggested that students and parents be aware of their financial situations, ability and long – term targets of students to make a proper decision on/ upon whether they should choose private schools or not.

A Practice by Tuan Tu ( A student at IELTS THẦY MẠNH)

The line graph provides information about volumes of meat, namely pork and beef, sold in HCM City, measured in thousand tons, over a period of six years, from 2016 to 2021.
Overall, it is apparent from the chart that the sales of pork surpassed that of beef over most of the surveyed period, apart from the last two years, and that the figures witnessed almost opposite trends.
As can be seen from the chart, the quantity of pork sold commenced at 300, 000 tons, which was double that of beef in 2016. Then, it rose substantially by 150,000 tons, reaching a peak of 450,000 tons in 2018 prior to stablizing until the end of 2019. Nonetheless, it declined marginally and gradually to 380,000 tons in 2021.
On the other hand, the sales of beef decreased steadily by 10,000 tons each year, hitting a dip of 130,000 tons in 2018 – under a third compared to the sales/ that of pork. Then, there was a skyrocket in the volume of beef sold, topping at 490,000 in the last year. It should be noted that the sales of beef in 2021 was much bigger than that of pork, 490,000 compared to 380,000 respectively.
All in all, the sales of pork initially dominated the market between 2016 and 2019, whereas that of beef experienced a considerable growth and overtook the sales of pork in 2020 and 2021. (Tuấn Tú)

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:
It is important for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives.
Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.

Sample by students at IELTS THẦY MẠNH

It is commonly considered that taking risks contributes significantly to both personal and professional growth. While risk taking does entail potential failure, it also presents opportunities and advancements that would otherwise remain inaccessible. From my perspective, the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages, providing that the risks are well-considered. (Hai Quynh)

In the professional realm, taking risks results in substantial rewards. For instance, a business start up can/ may/ might involve a high level of uncertainty; however, it offers the potential for marked financial and personal fulfillment. Entrepreneurs that take the plunge may find themselves at the forefront of innovation, creating new products, services, and job opportunities. Even in conventional career paths, embracing risks - like accepting challenging projects or moving for a new job - triggers swift career growth and skill enhancement. It is crucial that possible outcomes be evaluated and prepared thoroughly, which in the end, mitigates the associated risks. (Hai Quynh)

On a personal level, risk taking is of equal importance. Life-changing experiences arise from/ result from/ stem from venturing beyond one's comfort zone. To illustrate, such actions as moving to a new city, traveling to unknown destinations or picking up a new hobby enrich one’s life with new mindsets, fostering new relationships and new skills. These experiences are key to personal growth and building resilience. Moreover, taking personal risks boosts a sense of achievement and self-esteem, (which positively influences)/ positively influencing various aspects of life. (Gia Nhu)

Nevertheless, it is essential to acknowledge the feasible downsides of risk-taking. Failure and setbacks are natural consequences of the practice. Reputational damage, emotional distress and financial loss are genuine risks. Nonetheless, the benefits of learning and growth when facing challenges often surpass the drawbacks. Moreover, a plethora of successful individuals credit their achievements to lessons learned from past failures. The capacity to recover from setbacks and apply lessons to future endeavors is a critical component of success. (Phuong Quynh)

In a nutshell, even though taking risks bears potential drawbacks, the advantages regarding personal and professional development, innovation and increased resilience considerably outweigh the disadvantages. By thoroughly assessing and managing related risks, individuals can unlock new opportunities and attain higher levels of success in their lives. (Phuong Quynh)

Sample by Tan Phat
(A student at )

The given bar chart presents an analysis of comic readers in teens, in thousands, in HCM City over a period of eight years, between 2016 and 2023, with a projection till the end of 2024. Overall, it can be seen from the chart that there was an overall upward trend with significant variations in the number of teenagers reading comic books in HCM City over the time shown.

As (is) shown in the bar chart, the number of teenaged comics offenders started/ commenced at 42,000 in 2016. Then, it went down radically by more than a half to hit a dip of 19,000 in 2017 before/ prior to varying substantially around 25,000 from 2017 to 2020. All of a sudden, there was a skyrocket of almost 30,000, from 30,000 in 2020 to 59,000 in 2020, followed by a plateau until the end of 2023. However, it is projected that there will be a substantial/ marked increase/ growth/ rise of 16,000 in the number of teenaged comic readers in 2024. It should be noted that the total volume of teenagers reading comic books in the second half of the surveyed period surpassed that in the first half.

Around the world, rural people are moving to cities and urban areas, so populations in the countryside are decreasing. Is this a positive or negative development?



by Lam Gia Khang (A student at IELTS 24H)

Recent reports have highlighted a significant decline in the rural population due to migration to urban areas. Urbanization is a complex phenomenon embodying both positive and negative dimensions, {influenced by}/{ contingent upon/ on} {various}/ {a multitude of} factors.

On the positive side, the shift from rural to urban environments offers new economic opportunities and improved living standards for individuals and families. Urban centers provide a better access to essential services such as education, healthcare, employment opportunities, and a wide range of amenities compared to rural areas. Additionally, this migration contributes significantly to economic growth by strengthening the urban labor force and driving development in urban economies.

However, alongside these benefits come a large/ wide range of challenges, particularly for rural communities experiencing a decline in population. The decreasing numbers in rural areas give rise to a variety of issues, from deteriorating infrastructure and the closure of local businesses to declining tax revenues for local administrations and a noticeable erosion of community cohesion. Additionally, this demographic shift leads to the abandonment of agricultural lands, resulting in adverse environmental consequences such as increased pressure on the remaining farmland and the onset of land degradation.

Furthermore, the rapid pace of urbanization places a strain on urban infrastructure and services, leading to problems in terms of/ with regard to overcrowding, housing shortages, traffic congestion, environmental pollution, and social disparities. The influx of rural migrants into cities exacerbates these challenges, especially when urban areas are ill-equipped to absorb and integrate the new arrivals.

In conclusion, the view of rural-to-urban migration as a positive or negative phenomenon depends on the effectiveness of governmental and communal responses to the associated challenges and opportunities. It requires the implementation of policies that strengthen both rural and urban areas, promote sustainable urban development practices, and ensure an equitable access to resources and opportunities for all members of society. By adopting a comprehensive approach to address these issues, societies can harness the transformative potential of urbanization while mitigating its negative impacts, and thus enabling inclusive and sustainable development for all.

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