Part 1&2 Questions

talk about books

80th garden. Actually, I don't remember the exact title. Anyway, First of all, I like its sad and dark mood. What I mean is that since it was similar to my feeling, I could deeply sympathize with the main character. And I realized that I was not the only one who felt all the sadness that I'd been through. Also, I like its concise depiction. For example, in the book, the depiction of a garden was so vivid that it reminded me of my childhood memory of a garden where I used to hang out.

PERSONAL EXPERIENCE tem.

Based on their experiences and understandings of the world, some people might say that ~. However, I personally believe that ~. I know this from my personal experience. For example, I actually did that last time and found that it was very efficient for me.

Is it better to buy items in person or purchase them online?

First of all, purchasing goods online is beneficial. What I mean is that doing so enables me to save a lot of time and effort. This is because I don't need to get out of my home and go to the store. Also, buying products in person is detrimental. For example, online shops owners don't need to pay for offline stores maintenance, they can offer the same items at lower prices.

people prefer to buy pre-made meals while others like to cook their own meals. Which do you prefer?

First of all, purchasing pre-made meals is beneficial. What I mean is that doing so enables me to get the nutrition I need while saving a ton of time, energy, and effort! Also, cooking my own food can be very detrimental. For example, every single time I try to make my own meal, I always end up throwing away most of the food because it's just tasteless.

which of the following majors would you choose to focus on in univ.? - a major that's easy - a major that's interesting - a major that's taught by a good professor

First of all, selecting a major that's intriguing is beneficial to me. What I mean is that I usually have a really hard time getting myself to buckle down and concentrate when I don't enjoy what I'm doing. On the other hand, if I choose an easy major, I won't feel accomplishing anything. Also, the fact that a good professor gives a lecture doesn't ensure the high-quality contents of the lecture.

people tend to make better decisions when they work in groups. A/D?

First of all, cooperating with others is beneficial. What I mean is that doing so enables people to bounce ideas off one another and thus make the best decision possible. In contrast, making important choices alone can be detrimental. Even though it's not an efficient decision, you will have no option but to choose it since there are no productive feedbacks from others.

Is it good for a school to make volunteer work mandatory? What are some advantages or disadvantages?

First of all, doing community service is beneficial. What I mean is that doing so enables students to learn about the importance of helping others in their societies. Also, It will be a great opportunity for them to make good friends. For example, while they are volunteering, they would be able to meet a lot of compassionate people. I think it is always a pleasure to meet people and get to know them.

A/D All children should be required to do household chores.

First of all, doing household chores is beneficial. What I mean I that doing so enables kids to promote responsibilities. children will get to know that they should be clean up everything they use. Also, doing jobs around the house can improve planning and time management skills which are important ones in society. With their schoolwork deadline, social lives and housework can help them learn how to set their priorities.

Describe an influential role model in your life. Explain why you respect this person.

First of all, he(she) is a compassionate person. What I mean is that he donates a large portion of his earning to help those in need every year. He(she) says that she feels happy when she helps other. Also, he(she) is extremely talented. For example, he directed a movie, wrote several songs, and even attended to Harvard Univ.

Which of the following criteria should be used to award university scholarships: extracurricular activity, academic performance, or financial need?

First of all, it is fair. What I mean is that, since it is not a personal opinion, it should be as objective as possible. Also, it will encourage students to learn harder. For example, I know this from my personal experience. last semester, in order to receive scholarship, I tried to concentrate on all the classes that I took and could be a top student from my faculty.

Should universities allow students to keep pets in the dormitories?

First of all, keeping a pet in the dormitories will be stressful. I think they should put their school work first since they are students. but taking care of their pets take a lot of time, which discourage them from focusing their academic performance. Also, it is detrimental to other people. I know this from my personal experiences. Last semester, I lived next to my flatmate who kept her puppy. Every night, it barked a lot I had a difficult time getting sleep deeply.

Which of the following do you think your city should do? Build more bicycle trails, increase the number of buses, or renovate city hall?

First of all, making more bike trails is beneficial. What I mean is that doing so enables citizens to use their bikes more. And it will help to stay them healthy. In addition, it's good to mitigate severe air pollution. Also, increasing the number of buses and renovating city hall is detrimental. For example, these other options take too much money. building more bicycle trails is the most efficient and simple way to make the city to a better place.

Which is the best way to study? alone, with a friend, or in a large group?

First of all, studying alone or with a friend is detrimental to me. I know this from my personal experience. last wee, I studied alone and ended up sleeping since it was too boring. Even after I called my friend, we just had fun, didn't study at all. On the other hand, studying in a large group is beneficial. what I mean is that, I'll get more chances to have interactions with other students, which helps me to understand the contents of classes easily and faster.

Do you prefer to study in the library or at home?

First of all, studying in the library is beneficial. What I mean is that if I study in the library, I can do with my friends. Then I will have more chances to get interaction with my friends, which help me to understand the contents of class easily and faster. Also, studying at home can be detrimental. For example, I know this from my personal experiences. Whenever I try to study at home, I end up sleeping on my bed because it's too boring.

Should parents teach their children how to manage money?

First of all, teaching kids how to manage their own budget will be helpful. What I mean is that it's hard to learn about it in their adulthoods. so, money management is a skill and habit that should be developed at a young age. Also, it is beneficial to promote their responsibilities. For example, after they learn that there is a limitation on how much money they have, they will be able to spend their money deliberately.

What was the most influential invention in the past 100 years? (+gift, personal belonging, items)

First of all, this device is really versatile. What I mean is that it has a wide array of different functions, such as a camera, mp3 player, and even GPS. Also, It can help users save a lot of time and efforts. For example, using the Internet, they can get any information they want, regardless of their location and time.

prefer jobs that enable them to work outside while others think it is more pleasant to work in an office.

First of all, working indoors is beneficial. What I mean is that doing so enables employees to work comfortably without having to worry about the weather. On the other hand, working outside can be detrimental. For example, most occupations that require people to work outdoors are labor intensive. and also, there will be more dangerous machines which can cause injuries.

State whether you agree or disagree with the following statement. Then explain your reasons, using specific details in your explanation. The government should force rich people to share their wealth with poor people by imposing higher taxes on them.

I don't agree with the idea that the government should force rich people to share their wealth with poor people by imposing higher taxes on them. First of all, it's not fair. What I mean is that since most of them earn their money by working hard, it is unfair to make them pay higher just because they are rich, . Also, there are a lot of ways to help people in need. For example, rich people can help the poor by donating, and it is more beneficial than paying higher taxes. For these reasons, I don't agree with the idea that the government should force rich people to share their wealth with poor people by imposing higher taxes on them.

State whether you agree or disagree with the following statement. Then explain your reasons using specific details in your explanation. All news papers and books will be electronic form one day.

I agree with the statement that all newspapers and books will be in electronic form one day. First of all, people prefer to get a lot of information using smartphones or computers. What I mean is that, they don't have to go to the library to read books anymore, but they prefer to get information they need with one mouse click. Also, they can save a lot of time and money. For example, people had to wait for the newspaper to get delivered before, but now they can read all the news articles online and they are even free. For these reasons, I agree with the statement that all newspapers and books will be in electronic form one day.

State whether you agree or disagree with the following statement. Then explain your reasons using specific details in your explanation. People lead healthier lives today.

I agree with the statement that people lead healthier lives today. First of all, people can get more information about health by using computers. What I mean is that, in the past, people had to go to the hospitals to get resources but these days, they can get all the information without any effort. Also, they have a wide range of medicines. That was not available to people in the past. For example, they have a way more developed health care system, so now people can get better treatment when they get sick. For these reasons, I agree with the statement that people lead healthier lives today.

State whether you agree / disagree with the following statement. Then explain your reasons using specific details in your explanation. Young people these days are better informed about world events than the young people of the past.

I agree with the statement that young people these days are better informed about world events than the young people of the past. First of all, they can get a lot of information about world events easily using their computers. What I mean is that, in the past, they had to go to the library to get resources, but these days, they can get all the information with one mouse click. Also, they can communicate with others using computers. For instance, they can talk to people who live abroad through email or Facebook. I think it is a good chance for them to learn about world events. For these reasons, I agree with the statement that young people these days are better informed about world events than the young people of the past.

VALUABLE LESSON tem.

I can learn many valuable lessons. These are not the same as something I can learn from books. And these things can actually have a great impact on my life.

Would you prefer to take a challenging course or an easy course at university? Include details and examples in your explanation.

I personally prefer to take a challenging course at university. First of all, taking a challenging course gives me a sense of accomplishment. What I mean is that, if a course is easy, I would feel that i'm not really accomplishing anything. Also, by taking a hard course, I can prepare myself for the future. For example, it's getting harder to get a job these days, because there is so much competition. If i'm well-trained, I will be able to compete better with others. For these reasons, I would prefer to take a challenging course. (I can have more interactions with classmates. What I mean is that if a class is complicated to understand, i will be able to find classmates to study together easily, and it will be a great chance for me to make friends in the class.)

Describe a change in your school that was initially considered by students as negative but later proved to be positive.

I think a change in my school that later proved to be positive was a dress code First of all, this rule was very annoying to students in the beginning. For example, students no longer had the freedom to wear whatever they wanted to school because of this new policy. On the other hand, the dress code ended up being really helpful to students. What I mean is that it allowed people to save a lot of time in the morning.

Describe an activity that you have recently begun to enjoy.

I think an activity that I have recently begun to enjoy is dancing. First of all, I enjoy dancing because it can relieve my stress. What I mean is that, when I dance, I can forget about my worries and just enjoy the moment. Also, I can make friends. For example, I joined a sports dancing club a while ago, and It was a really good opportunity for me to socialize with others. It's always a pleasure to meet new people and get to know them. For these reason, an activity that I recently begun to enjoy is dancing.

Some people make decisions instantly. Others like to decide after taking time to think things over. Which approach do you prefer and why?

I think it is better to make decisions instantly. First of all, it saves time. What I mean is that, if I spend too much time on deciding something, it will waste time. I'd rather spend time doing something else. Also, I know this from my personal experience. When I buy some clothes, I choose the one I like at first sight. And that's usually the right decision. I believe that an instant choice is more correct. For these reasons, I like to make decisions instantly.

Some students like to study in large classes, while others like to study in small ones. Which method do you think is more effective for students and why?

I think it is more effective for students to study in small classes. First of all, students can have more interactions with teachers. For example, it will be possible to have more question and answer time in a small class. Also, students can have discussion time with their classmates. What I mean is that, it will be easy to divide students into groups if the class is small, and it will be a good chance for them to improve their communication skills. For these reasons, I think it is better to study in small classes.

Some college students live in dormitories. Others live off campus. Where do you prefer to live and why? Include details and examples in your explanation.

I think it's better to live in a dorm. First of all, living in a dorm is very convenient. What I mean is that, since I don't have to commute, I'll be able to save time. Also, I can make friends easily. For example, there are a lot of opportunities to socialize because all the neighbors are students. And there are a lot of activities that a dorm offers. For these reasons, I think it's better to live in a dormitory.

Would you prefer to work with someone who has a similar way of thinking to you or someone who thinks differently from you? Include details and examples in your explanation.

I think it's better to work with someone who has a similar way of thinking as me. First of all, it's easier to cooperate. What I mean is that if people have the same idea in the workplace, it allows us to avoid unnecessary disagreements or arguments. Also, doing so enables people to get things done faster and save time. For example, if people agree on a particular goal, they can focus on completing tasks as quickly as possible. For these reasons, I think it's better to work with someone who has a similar way of thinking as me.

What kind of community service do you think is the most beneficial : teaching senior citizens. cleaning parks collecting donations for charity

I think that the most beneficial community service of the three is cleaning parks. First of all, people can relieve their stress at parks. What I mean is that through hanging out and taking a walk at the part people can forget about their worries and just enjoy the moment. Also, they can make friends there. For example, they will have a good opportunity to socialize with others at the park. It is always a pleasure to meet new people and get to know them.

describe an enjoyable time that you had with your family. Why was it enjoyable?

I think the enjoyable time that I had with my family was last Christmas. First of all, we exchange presents on Christmas day. To be specific, last Christmas, I gave a drawing book to my brother, and he gave me a nice laptop that I really wanted to get. Also, I can meet all of my family members. What I mean is that since we live far away from each other, it was a really great chance for us to have a family gathering on last Christmas day.

What should the government do to improve the educational system in your country?

I think the government should increase funding to improve the educational system in my country. First of all, better facilities will be able to be built with increasing funding. For example, School can have new libraries and classrooms for their students, which encourages to improve the study environment. Also, more teachers can be hired with the additional funds. What I mean is that if there are more teachers, each teacher will have more time to focus on individual students. It helps to make educational environment better.

A friend of yours wants to open a business. What advice would you give your friend about what to sell and where to open the business?

If my friend wants to open a business, I would tell my friend to open a cafe near a university. First of all, students need coffee to let them wake up in class especially in the morning and after lunch. So, I think it's good idea to sell coffee. Also, students need place to meet up. For example, it will be a right place for students who are looking for where to get together in order to manage their team assignments.

SOCIALIZE tem.

It is the perfect opportunity to socialize with others. I can have more chances to meet diverse people and learn from them. I think it's always pleasure to meet new people and get to know them. I'm sure it'll help improve my social skill and broaden my perspectives toward the world as well.

Describe two cities I have visited. Explain the differences between them.

Two cities I have visited are Seoul and Stockholm, and there are two major differences between them. First of all, the weather in each city was different. What I mean is that in Seoul, it was really humid and boiling hot in summer while in Stockholm, it was dry and pleasantly cool. Also, buildings in the two cities were so different. For example, Seoul was full of a lot of skyscrapers. On the other hand, in Stockholm, buildings were low relatively, and those were far away from each other.

Describe a time when you asked someone for help. What was that person's reaction, and what was the outcome?

during my freshman year at university. First of all, my 1st year in school was very stressful. What I mean is that I didn't have any friends and it was my first time living by myself. So the first few months of school were absolutely miserable. I told everything to my younger brother and he was willing to help me. (Nevertheless, I was able to overcome this problem thanks to my younger brother.) For example, he helped me to break out of my shell, which made my school life much more enjoyable!

Is it better to have a job that pays well or a job that you're passionate about?

first of all, having a job that I'm passionate about is important to me. I know this from my personal experience. I have a really hard time getting myself to buckle down and concentrate when I don't enjoy what I'm doing. Also, getting a job that pays well can be detrimental. For example, usually, jobs with high incomes are very demanding. So they will have a negative impact on my relationships with families and friends.

What do you think is the most important habit that parents can teach their children?

saving money in a piggy bank First of all, saving money in a piggy bank can also be enjoyable. I know this from my personal experience. When I was 6, I used to collect coins in my piggy bank. By the time I opened it, seeing how much money I saved, I could feel a sense of accomplishment. Also, this habit will be helpful in the future. What I mean is that one of the reasons adults can't accumulate their wealth is mainly due to their poor money management skills.

What career is the most important to society? doctor, farmer, teacher

teacher: First of all, teachers can help young students. What I mean is that teaching young generation is really important because they are the future of the society. Also, teachers can greatly influence other people. For example, I know this from my personal experience. When I was in middle school, I learned how to give excellent presentations from my math teacher. As a result, I could be a good speaker since then.

A/D? It is easier to teach elementary school kids than college students.

teaching young kids can be very challenging. What I mean is that most children have a difficult time focusing during class thus end up distracting one another. In contrast, teaching college students is actually quite simple. For example, most young adults in univ. already know about the importance of studying and getting good grades.