https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5 In pairs, choose a non-hybrid essay topic (from page 1 of your writing package) and plan out your essay based on the 5-paragraph format. (Remember to indicate both your names at the top of your post. Also remember to indicate the Essay Topic number and title before your start your plan.) en-us 2021-08-19 01:23:32 UTC 2025-04-24 12:54:40 UTC hello@padlet.com xmspadlet https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1685215543 1) What problems or challenges do young people like you face? 

Paragraph 1: Introduction: Problems and challenges faced by young people today are uniquely different from adults. The main problems are having to face the increasing competitiveness in education, the demanding parental expectations and at the same time, the overwhelming peer pressure from our friends. 

Paragraph 2: (Describe the first problem that I listed) Despite our government's recent efforts to reduce the stress of school examinations, youths like us still spend considerably long hours in school and face the pressure to excel in our studies in hope of securing a better job in the future. 

Paragraph 3: (Describe the second problem that I listed) Parents nowadays expect their children to excel both academically and in a range of enrichment activities and never make mistakes along the way.

Paragraph 4:  (Describe the third problem that I listed) Apart from dealing with the massive physical and hormonal changes in our bodies, the constant scrutiny from our schoolmates and the need for us to feel accepted can be immense. 

Paragraph 5: (Conclusion) These problems can cause great emotional intensity for us, but we can cope with them much better if we learn to be more resilient so we can learn from these situations and become stronger. ]]> 2021-08-19 02:23:11 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1685215543 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689834990 5) 'mobile phones are a blessing, not a bane.' do you agree?

paragraph 1: introduction: agree. benefits of having a phone are helps with work and school, keeps you communicated with others and cashless payment. disadvantage is that distraction

paragraph 2: benefit 1: helps with work and school. because of the pandemic, many things is being done online and information is  mostly sent via messages.  

paragraph 3: benefit 2: keeps you communicated and cashless payment. due to pandemic again, many people cannot meet up with their friends and family so we use video call or by text to keep in touch. furthermore, there is cashless payment so even if you dont see your relatives during cny, you still can get angpao.

paragraph 4: disadvantage 1: everyone is addicted to their phones and cannot leave them. even when driving or crossing the roads which may lead to accidents. people dont communicate face to face as much anymore.

paragraph 5: conclusion: phones are a blessing they help us in our day to day tasks however, one must know how to limit their usage ]]> 2021-08-23 00:10:07 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689834990 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689850259 8. 'Most young people today are obsessed with looking good.' What are your views?

Paragraph 1: Introduction: Social media shows the unrealistic beauty standards that are hard to achieve. Many young people believes that it is important to keep up with trends to 'look good'. E.g. having pearly white teeth, being extremely skinny and having the latest fashion. Thesis statement: Indeed, most young people are obsessed with looking good, but with a small percentage that are not. 

Paragraph 2: 
- buy fashion pieces/make up upon seeing it online
- eg young students(9 yr olds) trying to look 'mature' to fit into the trends they see online
 
Paragraph 3: 
- diets in order to achieve ideal bodies they see online to the extent of developing eating disorders
- bodies online are achieved with cosmetic surgery but they promote it as healthy living. Young people are easily influenced and will try them out, leading to unhealthy lifestyles

Paragraph 4: Some do not use social media with parents' guidance and would be educated that those are unrealistic and they should know the limits of looking good.

Paragraph 5: Young people are indeed obsessed with their looks with the rise of social media but with enough education, their behaviour can be made in moderation. ]]> 2021-08-23 00:19:46 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689850259 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689856984 5. "Mobile phones are a blessing not a bane." Do you agree? 

para 1: Introduction: "My cellphone is my best friend. It's my lifeline to the outside world." a quote by Carrie Underwood, highlighting the importance of mobile phones to people. Mobile phones hardly a rare sight, everyone you meet is bound to have a mobile phone. These days, the easiest mode of communication is through digital devices. In this essay we will be discussing the benefits and detriments of the usage of mobile phones.

para 2: Mobile phones allow an increase in ability to communicate in our daily lives. (Highlight usefulness of communication via digital devices during Covid 19 times) 

para 3: Mobile phones are a means of learning and education. (Talk about how loads of information are just a click away. Very convenient, easier than pen and paper) 

para 4: Just like a coin, there are two sides to  the uses of a mobile phone. People who do not manage well may lead to addiction and this addiction may serve as a distraction to their work and daily lives. However, with proper discipline and guidance, this can be overcome. 

conclusion: Even though mobile phones have their own cons, the education and communication abilities you can get from using your phone outweighs them. Therefore, we can conclude that mobile phones are indeed a blessing and not a bane. ]]> 2021-08-23 00:23:40 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689856984 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689864320 5) 'Mobile phones are a blessing, not a bane.' Do you agree?

Para 1: Introduction :
Mobile phones have drastically transformed our lives. These days, it is hard to imagine life without it. Given that, mobile phones have many factors that either make or break your life. It gives us increased ability to communicate with the outside world and greater access to education however, it can cause wastage of valuable time.

Para 2:  (Describe the first advantage listed)
With mobile phones, we have the ability to contact anyone from any part of the world at any time.

Para 3: (Describe the second advantage listed)
Mobile phones give us unlimited access to many education or work apps that can drastically help in our personal learning.
With the pandemic happening, more school have been turning to online programs...(explanation)

Para 4: (Describe first problem listed)
It has been mentioned that mobile phones can cause wastage of valuable time. These are mentioned. However, this is merely due to the fault of the user and not the fault of the device itself.

Para 5: Conclusion:
All in all, mobile phones have its strengths and flaws, however we agree that its benefits greatly outweigh its disadvantages.

]]> 2021-08-23 00:27:27 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689864320 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689865934 1) Parents believe that they are responsible for their children. Do you consider young people to be too reliant on their parents?

Paragraph 1: Introduction: 
It is definitely true for parents to feel responsible for their children as they have raised them up ever since they were little. However, it also depends on the children themselves to know the limits of being reliant on their parents. In this generation, there are mix of opinions on whether young people are being too reliant on their parents.

Paragraph 2: As times are evolving, so is technology. Mobile phones and computers have certainly played a role in shaping a young person's character.

Paragraph 3: It is seen that young people are now becoming more rebellion to their parents as well. They tend to have their own opinions at a very young age and go against what their parents say.

Paragraph 4: Although it may seem like young people these days are more independent, it is not entirely true as some parents may be too worried for their children especially when they head into the outside world. This means that parents may sometimes be the cause of why their children are still being too reliant when they are of a certain age. 

Paragraph 5: Conclusion:
There are many factors that contribute to young people being too reliant on their parents. However, parents should be able to teach them well in order for them to learn and grow better.

]]> 2021-08-23 00:28:21 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689865934 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689870630 8) 'Most young people today are obsessed with looking good.' What are your views.

Paragraph 1: Introduction: With the influence of pop culture and social media, young people of today are constantly under self-pressure to look good, for fear of being judged for a poor sense of style.

Paragraph 2: Nowadays, due to the influence of social media and different fashion trends around the world, young people are inspired to be able to dress up exactly like influencers and celebrities all around the world. 

Paragraph 3: Peer pressure from friends may also force one to spend money on fashion items. One may fear being judged by others and feel that they do not blend in with the norms of fashion in society.

Paragraph 4: Too keep up with fashion trends, it can often be expensive. Foe example, a branded T-shirt can cost hundreds of dollars. A pair of Balanciaga sneakers can cost thousands of dollars. All this money is spent on products that are not necessarily of good quality but just that you are paying for a brand to impress the people around you.

Paragraph 5: conclusion: Fashion can be a form of art and expression to many people. However, fashion does not have to come at a high price. Education can help to curb the habits of the younger generation.]]> 2021-08-23 00:30:43 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689870630 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689872665 6)'Most Young people today are obsessed with looking good.'What are your views?

Paragraph one:Introduction:
The world today that we live in are obsessed with having refined looks.People are forced to go for different procedures to achieve refined good looks to appease to majority of the society.People are obsessed with having good looks to survive in these world.

Paragraph 2:( Talk about the problems that we face in the world today)Young people may are obsessed with their looks due to social media influncing them.Most of the influencers are starting to use photoshop and beauty filters,causing an unhealthy obsession to look like them,which is almost unachievable due to the photos being filtered and not achieved in any real way,causing the pictures to be unrealistic.

Paragraph 3:( The trend of plastic surgeries among young people) With the advancement of day to day technology,plastic surgery has become way too affordable for teenagers.In America,in 2018,4 Percent of the population that went through plastic surgery was Teenagers,showing a growing and worrying trend of their peers influencing teenagers to also go through the procedure.

Paragraph 4:(The world today is looking for the perfect person)Beauty,a thing that we,our ancestors have been chasing for throughout the years,the world today is also looking for the perfect one.When applying for a job,finding the right one,most people are choosing to look on the surface,their look instead of the potential they have in themselves or the personality that they have an if it is suitable for them.Thereby,young people have been obsessed with looks to be able to gain more presence or be able to achieve anything easily in this society that require you to have looks to survive.

Paragraph 5:( Conclusion) In conclusion,the trend of young people obsessed over looks is a constantly worrying trend that need some attention on and maybe stopped or at least slowed down.Young people obsessed with their looks are the cause of our society where almost everyone look on the surface of every of us,pushing them to be obsessed with looks to survive in this society.

]]> 2021-08-23 00:31:46 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689872665 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689874703 5) 'Mobile phones are a blessing , not a bane.' Do you agree?

Paragraph 1: Introduction on how mobile phones came about 
thesis statement : I agree that mobile phones are a blessing .

Paragraph 2 : (Describe how the invention of mobile phones improved our lives)
Mobile phones made communication easier as we can use technology to communicate and more efficient 

Paragraph 3: ( Describe how the invention of mobile phones improved our lives)
Mobile phones allowed the use of advanced technology in our lives such as cashless payment and food delivery especially during pandemic times.

Paragraph 4:( Describe the cons of mobile phones) A lot of people are using mobile phones and there are less social interaction between people which made us bad communicators 

Paragraph 5: Conclusion
Mobile phones are a blessing but we must not misuse it or it will become a bane.]]> 2021-08-23 00:32:50 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689874703 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689878197 1) What problems or challenges do young people like you face?

Paragraph 1: Like any stages in life, youth comes with its own set of challenges and problems.

Paragraph 2: Academic stress is one of the most common challenges faced by young people. Besides juggling up to 8 or 9 subjects a year, students are also committed to Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs), which takes up a considerable amount of their time, leaving them drained and deprived of quality rest time. This issue is exacerbated when overly anxious parents sign their children up for tuition classes without taking into consideration the mental toll it would inflict on them.

Paragraph 3: Moreover, the culture of competition prevalent in many classrooms also adds pressure to young people. Many young people face insecurities due to their grades, and often compare themselves to their peers. This competitiveness is not just limited to academics.Many also feel the need to fit in with their peers, and so wealth, appearances and popularity all become sources of the insecurity that many young people face.

Paragraph 4: With so much stress in their daily life, it is no wonder that many young people turn to gaming to unwind. Games offer temporary relief from the myriad sources of stress in life, and this form of escapism is enjoyed by many. Yet problems arises when it turns into an addiction. Gaming addiction pulls young people into a never ending spiral of procrastination and superficial gratification.

Paragraph 5: In conclusion, the multifarious problems and challenges that beset today's youth are vastly different from adults, yet should be addressed with the same seriousness.

]]> 2021-08-23 00:34:40 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689878197 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689878488 1) 'most young people today are obsessed with looking good.' what are your views?

paragraph 1: introduction-agree. society today has set a harsh beauty standard that is deemed 'normal' in many industries which cater specifically to young people as well a children, leading them to believe that in orer to be successful in life, they look a certain way.
eg. being skinny, having pale skin, and double eyelids are several examples of the harsh korean beauty standards. many idols or celebrities who do not fit the standard are often bullied and or shamed online for things that they canno control. this leads to youth being influenced to think that in order to not be 'targeted' , they need to fit the standard.

paragraph 2: 
- wanting to change their appearance
- shaming others who do not fit this standard, often a result of insecurity
- acting older than their age, often to seek validation from others

paragraph 3:]]> 2021-08-23 00:34:49 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689878488 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689879346 'Most young people today are obsessed with looking good.' What are your views?

p1: New trends, new clothing lines, new products, everything new today caters solely for teenagers. We want to attract new friends, gain more followers, feel good in our own skin, and ultimately, just look good. However, to what extent does 'looking good' turn into an obsession for these teenagers? Due to the large influence from social media, paired with unwanted comments from our friends and family, many young people in our generation are obsessed with the idea of being good-looking to impress.

p2: Social media sets unrealistic beauty standards for these teens. Edited and amplified photos of celebrities and influencers make teenagers feel the need to resemble them as to avoid scrutiny from others. Celebrities such as Kylie Jenner and Gigi Hadid receive tons of compliments for their appearances, thus triggering teenagers' desire to chase after their visuals so they would receive the same praise.

p3: Since teenagers are going through the stage of growth, relatives pay special attention to the change in their appearance. Sometimes, relatives would point out the slightest weight gain or blemish. These unwanted scrutiny may induce insecurities within the teenager, urging them to alter their appearance so they do not have any flaws.

p4: Some teenagers go to extremes to change their appearance. It could be bleaching their hair, or changing their whole wardrobe, but teenagers would do anything to achieve their desired looks. In some cases, teenagers may even starve themselves to slim down or spend thousands on new clothes to look 'cooler'.

p5: In conclusion, young people today are obsessed with looking good. There are many factors that contribute to the obsession, but as long as teenagers are able to separate online and offline, and do not take nasty remarks too seriously, then the obsession can be avoided.]]> 2021-08-23 00:35:18 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689879346 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689880322 5) 'Mobile phones are a blessing, not a bane.'

Paragraph 1: Introduction:
Mobile phones are indeed a blessing, as it have brought about many benefits for humans, with many functions that have proven to be necessary in this modern world.

Paragraph 2: (Describe the first benefit) One of the most important function of mobile phones, is its fast and efficient communication ability. Compared the past where letters take ages to get sent out, and take even longer for the recipient to receive and reply, mobile phones are undoubtedly a much better alternative for communication, especially during emergencies. During circuit breaker, mobile phones are a necessity to be able to keep in touch with friends and family to check up on one another.

Paragraph 3: (Describe the second benefit) Through mobile phones, one is able to capture beautiful and precious memories. With the camera function on the phone, one can take a picture whenever they want and always save it.

Paragraph 4: (Describe disadvantage + rebuttal) Many parents tend to worry that children, especially the Gen Zs that are born in the times of such huge technology advancement, might get addicted to their mobile phones and veer off from their studies. However, as long as parents are able to teach children how to regulate their usage and screen time from young, and children to learn self-control, it will not be a perilous problem.

Paragraph 5: (Conclusion) Mobile phones' functions offer much convenience and efficiency to our everyday lives. If properly-used, it can be greatly advantageous to us. This advancement in technology is indeed a blessing to the human kind.]]> 2021-08-23 00:35:46 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689880322 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689880571 1 ) Parents believe that they are responsible for their children. Do you consider young people to be too reliant on their parents?

Paragraph 1 : ( Introduction ) Yes. As society grows in the recent years, we have realised the incapability of children to be independent and to fend and take care of themselves. This essay purposes to talk about why we agree that young people are too reliant on their parents.

Paragraph 2 : ( Point 1 / Elaboration / Example ) Children sometimes over-exaggerate what they are going through]]> 2021-08-23 00:35:53 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689880571 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689881877 3. what problems or challenges do young people like you face.

paragraph 1 : introduction
introduce the idea that yes, even young people can face problems and it may not be the 'best time in your lives' like your parents always say. 

paragraph 2 : (problem 1--> studies)
exams are a major part of every student's life. just when it seems like one is over the next rolls around the corner, barrelling straight into you with full force. the high expectations that are placed either by the student themselves or their parents also do not make the situation easier. 

paragraph 3 : (problem 2--> who are you)
trying to figure out their next move in life may be at the forefront of some students' mind. where to go next? what would make them happy? what would bring them the life they desire? so many questions, yet most do not get answered. and among the changing tides of this world, its either float or sink. 

paragraph 4 : (problem 3--> fitting in with a perceived notion of normal)
social media nowadays come with a great many benefits but also disadvantages. imagine this : a young child looking through rose-coloured lenses at a world where everything seems to be perfect and then not feeling like they belong. it brings with it many feelings of self-doubt on their own image and what they can present to the world without being shunned. 

paragraph 5 : (conclusion)
there are a myriad of issues young people face in this world. and ultimately it boils down to who can find their footing without first getting dragged down by the currents.

]]> 2021-08-23 00:36:34 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689881877 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689887194  1. Parents believe that they are responsible for their children. Do you consider young people to be too reliant on their parents?

Paragraph 1: (Introduction)
Nowadays, children are being spoon-fed everything by their parents. This continues all the way until they become older. Over the years, they unknowingly become over reliant on their parents, falling into the depths of being unable to properly survive in the modern day society. Their parents are the bread and butter of these youths' lives, which forms a turmoil in today's society. Financial independence, emotional support and security are the few main causes which feeds this prevalent issue.

Paragraph 2: (describe financial independence)
Financial independence starts since young. Among teenagers ages 18 to 22, most say they received a lot of or some financial help from their parents in the past year. When the child is young, the parent has to teach their child to be savvy so that they would have the concept of saving up and become financially capable in the future. However, parents who  do not instil the concept of saving up in their child and often give them as much money as they like, the child would tend to depend on their parents to give them money instead of working to earn money.

Paragraph 3: (describe emotional support)
In a survey, young adults aged between 18 and 29 say they rely on their parents a lot or some for emotional support. Too much emotional support from the parents to the child tend to be not beneficial for the child as the child would not be able always turn to their parents and talk about their problems. As the parent would often support their child, whenever the child faces a problem, they would talk to their parents and the parents would agree with their child. The child would then feel satisfied and always go to their parent for emotional support.

Paragraph 4: (describe security)
The child would depend on the parent for security as they would want to feel protected  and the parent would usually do that.

Paragraph 5:
In conclusion, the young child tend to reliant on their parent.

]]> 2021-08-23 00:38:59 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689887194 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689911202 1) 'Mobile phones are a blessing, not a bane.' Do you agree?

para 1 (intro): 
The uses of mobile phones has advanced rapidly since it was first release. From only being able to use it for communication purposes to scrolling through social media, mobile phones provide us with a placenta of comforts. While there are advantages such as the purchasing of items online and the easy excess to movies and shows for relaxation, these devices are also a huge distraction to our kind. Hence, I agree to a large extend that mobile phones are a blessing.

para 2: Mobile phones provide us with easier excess to things in our daily lives.
- online shopping for groceries, meals and other daily necessities. 
- transfer of money to pay for bills online
- video calling from the comfort of our homes instead of meeting up in real life
all these saves us time and is more convenient for many who have tight schedules

para 3: Mobile phones provide us with easy access to relaxation. Many find it more ideal to bring their phones out rather than dragging around a heavy laptop bag. 
-With the exception of a smaller screen, mobile phones mostly provide the same services as a laptop.
- It allows for people to easily use it at anytime and anywhere, be to game, watch movies or use social media

para 4: The disadvantage of mobile phones is that they are a huge distraction.
- students may become addicted to social media or watching movies to the point that they neglect their studies. 
- parents may be obsessed with gaming to the point that they neglect their children's needs

para 5 (conclusion): Despite the many pros that mobile phones can provide us with, it still comes with its cons. Hence, it is up to the user to take responsibility and put a limit to their own usage.

]]> 2021-08-23 00:50:45 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1689911202 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1691257734 3. describe an occasion when you did something which you later regretted.

para 1: intro - In life, there are many times we say and do things we do not mean, which we later on regretted. However, there was an occasion that particularly stood out that reshaped my way of thinking

para 2: (describe the start of the conflict) eg. i was already frustrated because i failed two exams, went home and didn't want to talk about the matter. my mother asked me to do chores 

para 3: (the build up of the conflict + climax) i could not control myself, not my emotions, not my actions. everything seemed to irritate me, even the slightest bit of sound made me lose my mind. i was not myself that day and when my mother asked for assistance, i was vexed that she could not see how upset i was and i did not want to talk or do anything -> my mother started nagging at me -> lashed my frustrations and anger onto her and shouted at her with hurtful words

para 4: (after the conflict + feelings) i saw the look of my mother after venting my anger on to her and i was struck by the sudden realisation of what i just did and said to my mother -> the guilt that i felt for saying things i did not mean and wished that if i could just go back in time and thought through how my words could have hurt my mother -> apologised to her late at night and she forgave me

para 5: (conclusion - reflection) with every action a parent does for their child, love is always the reason. ]]> 2021-08-23 14:41:34 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1691257734 https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1696921586 para 1: there is certainly no doubt mobile phones have changed our lives . for example , things are made a lot easier with the use of mobile phones , like communication and discovering new things . although i agree that mobile phones can be a blessing it can also be a huge distraction but i agree that mobile phones are a blessing 

para2: benefit 1 : everything is at your fingertips , if one has any doubts about their work for instance , they can just google it or ask for help from their friends or teachers
 
para 3: benefit 2: with mobile phones , communication with others has been made easy . you can communicate people anywhere at anytime
 
para 4: people may get addicted and neglect their family or results which can lead to very unfavourable impacts 

para 5 :conclusion : all in all , mobile phones are a blessing]]> 2021-08-25 22:37:56 UTC https://padlet.com/xmspadlet/hlr2mdxzlgfcmky5/wish/1696921586