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In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. what are the advantage and disadvantage of giving children this message.

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Ideas to explore

  • The main advantage is that the message gives children a reason to practise.
  • The message can also help children respond constructively to setbacks.
  • The disadvantage is the word anything.

Suggested structure

  1. Give a direct introduction and state the required position.
  2. Explain the first side or reason with a relevant example.
  3. Address the second side and the conditions that limit the claim.
  4. Return to the precise question in the conclusion.
Useful vocabulary & examples
persistence
continuing despite difficulty

This teaches persistence alongside judgement.

an unrealistic promise
an assurance that ignores real limits

Telling children that effort can achieve anything can motivate them, but the promise is too absolute. The advantages concern persistence, while the disadvantages arise when children mistake effort for a guarantee.

constructive feedback
guidance that identifies how to improve

Telling children that effort can achieve anything can motivate them, but the promise is too absolute. The advantages concern persistence, while the disadvantages arise when children mistake effort for a guarantee.

Sample answers

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In some cultures, children are often told that if they try hard enough they can achieve anything. In my opinion, this message can inspire and motivate them, although it has some delusion too. In this essay, I will discuss both the merits and demerits of this practice. One benefit of this is that it inspires a willingness to try again. The main advantage is that the message gives children a reason to practise. A pupi…

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In some cultures it is a common stereotype stating as long as children put enough effort, they can attain anything they want. In my opinion, this message can inspire them and give chance to grow as a person. However from the phycology side, it has its own downsides, particularly to self-confidence and missing childhood, which deserve attention alongside motivation. The main advantage is that the message gives childr…

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In some nations, it is advised to children that they can attain whatever in a case of spending untold efforts. This essay will suggest that confidence gained and trying something are the biggest advantages of this, but not following family rules and being selfish are the primary disadvantages. The principal advantages of telling children that can achieve their ambitions include confidence and persistence. The main a…

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