Crafting an Argumentative Essay on a Social Phenomenon

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Composing an Essay on a Phenomenon of Life, Brief 1

Composing an Essay: Discourse on a Life Phenomenon, Short 2

Composing an Essay: Discourse on a Life Phenomenon, Short 3

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1. Essay No. 1
2. Essay No. 2
3. Essay No. 3

Crafting an Argumentative Essay on a Social Phenomenon, Page 67 Literature Textbook Grade 12 Volume 1

Composing an Essay on a Phenomenon of Life, Brief 1

Exploring the Topic and Outlining

- Phenomenon: The actions of Mr. Nguyen Huu An – driven by compassion, he 'dedicates his time' – caring for his mother and the critically ill.

a. Key points to include:
+ Nguyen Huu An has exemplified a shining example of filial piety, forgiveness, and sacrifice of youth.
+ Providing examples of acts of forgiveness: the present generation has many examples like Nguyen Huu An.
+ However, there still exist selfish, indifferent lifestyles among some youth...
+ Evidence: From real-life situations.
+ The application of various techniques is necessary: analysis, evidence, refutation, commentary.

b. Outlining
* Introduction: Introducing the phenomenon of Nguyen Huu An then leading into the essay topic, posing the question “sharing one's loaf of bread with whom?”
* Body
- Summarizing the phenomenon of Nguyen Huu An.
- Analyzing the phenomenon.
- Significance, lessons learned.
- Expanding the topic
* Conclusion: Expressing one's own thoughts.

Question 2
- An essay discussing a phenomenon in everyday life often includes: clearly stating the phenomenon, analyzing its various aspects – right and wrong, benefits – drawbacks, identifying the causes, and expressing the writer's attitude, opinions on that social phenomenon.
- Expression needs to be accurate, utilizing figurative language and expressive elements, especially in expressing personal feelings.

PRACTICE
Question 1. Reading the text and answering questions
a. Content:
Nguyen Ai Quoc discusses the phenomenon: the wastefulness of time among young people in Annam. This phenomenon occurred in the early years of the 20th century in the current social context of our country today, and it still persists.
b. Logical reasoning operations: analysis, comparison, commentary.
For example: logical reasoning, comparison.
The author compares the young people of Annam with those of China.
c. Using simple, unadorned words, standard sentences close to logical judgments within a reasoning system, with each sentence connecting logically to the next, forming a continuous chain of inference. The expression is clear, highly persuasive.
Example: “But we... and that's it'

Question 2. Discussing the phenomenon of “addiction' to karaoke and internet among many young people today.
Outlining
a. Introduction:
Karaoke and internet are among the special forms of entertainment that many young people nowadays are fond of; to the extent that it can be termed as “addiction'.
b. Body:
- Current status of karaoke and internet usage in today's era.
- The positive significance and negative aspects of it for the younger generation.
- Causes of the “addiction' phenomenon to karaoke and internet.
- Consequences of this phenomenon.
- The appropriate attitude that young people should have towards this phenomenon.
c. Conclusion
Expressing personal thoughts, calling on everyone (especially students) to be in control of temptations from these games, entertainment.

Composing an Essay: Discourse on a Life Phenomenon, Short 2

I. Exploring the Topic and Outlining

Question 1 (page 66 Literature Textbook Grade 12 Volume 1):
a. Understanding the topic
- Phenomenon: the actions of Mr. Nguyen Huu An – driven by compassion, he 'dedicates his time' – caring for his mother and the critically ill.
- Key points to include:
+ Nguyen Huu An has exemplified a shining example of filial piety, forgiveness, and sacrifice of youth.
+ Providing examples of acts of forgiveness: the present generation has many examples like Nguyen Huu An.

Question 2 (page 67 Literature Textbook Grade 12 Volume 1):
- An essay discussing a phenomenon in everyday life often includes: clearly stating the phenomenon, analyzing its various aspects – right and wrong, benefits – drawbacks, identifying the causes, and expressing the writer's attitude, opinions on that social phenomenon.
- Expression needs to be accurate, utilizing figurative language and expressive elements, especially in expressing personal feelings.

Practice

Question 1 (page 68 Literature Textbook Grade 12 Volume 1):
a,
* In the text above, leader Nguyen Ai Quoc discusses the phenomenon: Many Vietnamese youths, students studying abroad spend too much time on entertainment rather than diligently studying, training to return to contribute to the country.
* This phenomenon occurred: It happened in the early 20th century.
b, Logical reasoning operations
- Analysis: indulging in entertainment, doing nothing, living aimlessly, lacking organization, very harmful to the future of the country.
- Comparison: presenting the phenomenon of Chinese students studying abroad diligently.
- Refutation: “Then what are our youth doing? It's sad to say, very sad: They are doing nothing at all.”
c, Use of words, providing specific, authentic evidence, seamlessly combining descriptive sentences, questions, exclamatory sentences.
d, Determining ideals of living, life purposes, correct study attitudes.

Question 2 (page 69 Literature Textbook Grade 12 Volume 1):
Outlining
a, Introduction: Posing the issue needing discussion
b, Body
- Explaining the problem
+ The internet is an informative tool that helps people – especially students – look up information for study.
+ Karaoke is a healthy form of entertainment, allowing students to relax after stressful work and study hours.
- Current situation of the problem
+ Alongside the benefits of the two aforementioned forms, many young people still misuse karaoke and the internet, causing serious consequences.
+ Addiction is becoming a vibrant trend among the youth today.
- Causes
+ Subjective: Due to a lack of studying consciousness...
+ Objective: Due to being tempted and influenced by bad friends, lacking family care...
- Consequences:
+ Impacting time, health, finances.
+ Negatively affecting moral conduct, lifestyle..
- Solutions:
+ Appropriate measures are needed
+ Parents need to pay more attention to their children.
+ Schools need disciplinary measures.
+ Each student needs awareness...
- Connections and expanding the issue
c, Conclusion: Personal thoughts on the above phenomenon.

Composing an Essay: Discourse on a Life Phenomenon, Short 3

1. Exploring the Topic and Outlining

a, Understanding the Topic

- Topic for discussion: life phenomenon: the use of the 'loaf of time'.

+ Using examples from life: Mr. Nguyen Huu, a typical young man from Ho Chi Minh City in 2007.

+ Logical reasoning operations: Analysis, evidence, refutation, commentary.

b. Outlining:

- Main Body: Introducing the phenomenon to be argued.

- Main Body:

+ Summarizing Nguyen Huu's activities: Devoting time to terminally ill cancer patients.

+ The phenomenon exhibited by Nguyen Huu embodies good virtues and lifestyle, proper time management… (Example: Uncle Ho is a shining example for the entire Vietnamese nation in saving time, with Uncle, time is as precious as gold…).

+ Nguyen Huu's actions provide society with a role model for many young people who are forming, already have, and are living beautiful thoughts and lifestyles.

+ Criticize a portion of youth living negatively: indifferent, wasting time, lacking proactive positive efforts in time management...

- Lesson learned: Draw a lesson.

2. How to write an essay discussing a life phenomenon

- Clearly state the phenomenon, analyze its pros and cons, benefits and harms, specify the attitude, causes.

- Express the writer's attitude, opinion on the social phenomenon.

- Express ideas coherently, using figurative language and expressive elements.

* PRACTICE SESSION

Exercise 1: (Literature Textbook Grade 12 Volume 1, p.68)

a. Core issue: the phenomenon of youth living aimlessly, lacking healthy ideals and life purposes.

b. The author employs reasoning techniques: Comparison, analysis, commentary.

c. Nguyen Ai Quoc's writing style is concise, succinct, and precise; his arguments are tightly woven and logical; his tone is approachable and persuasive.

d. Lesson learned: It's necessary to be proactive, actively engage in labor, and live responsibly for oneself in a meaningful way.

Exercise 2 (Literature Textbook Grade 12 Volume 1, p.69)

- Main Body: Provide an overview of the discussion topic 'internet and karaoke addiction'.

- Summary:

+ Karaoke is a form of entertainment through singing, reducing stress, fostering closer human relationships. It also helps to develop each person's singing ability...

+ Internet not only provides entertainment but also offers useful knowledge, facilitating quick and convenient access to diverse information.

+ Being 'addicted' to karaoke and the internet means dedicating too much time obsessively and considering them indispensable in life.

* Causes:

+ Due to laziness, lack of life purpose, and reluctance to work...

+ Due to a passion for indulgence.

+ Due to misconceptions in entertainment and assimilating foreign cultures...

* Consequences:

+ Criticizing bad habits: Wasting time, money, ...

+ Additionally, it can lead to negative behaviors: stealing money, skipping school, substance addiction...

* Solution:

+ Focus on studying, cultivate ethics.

+ Develop positive, healthy lifestyles.

Extract lessons and conclude the matter.

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