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In many countries, primary and secondary schools close for two months or more in the summer holidays. What is the value of long school holidays? What are the arguments in favour of shorter school holidays?

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In many countries, primary and secondary schools have a long summer holiday which can last for two months or more. While a long holiday can have several benefits, there are some arguments in favour of shorter school holidays.
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In many coutries, primary and secondary schools have a long summer holiday which can last for two months or more. While a long holiday can have several benefits, there are some arguments in favour of shorter school holidays.
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Some people argue that primary schools focus too much on formal learning. To what extent do you agree with this opinion? How important do you think it is for children to play as well as learn in the primary school classroom?

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Some people believe that children are given too much free time. They feel that this time should be used to do more school work. How do you think children should spend their free time?

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Some people believe that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until they are six or seven years old. Others believe that it is important for young children to go to school as soon as possible. What do you think are the advantages of attending school from a young age?

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Discussion Essay Task 2

Education·Schools·Children

Some people believe that it is important for young children to go to school as soon as possible. Others, however, believe that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until they are six or seven years old. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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Education·Schools·Children

Many people feel that giving homework daily to school children works well for them, while others feel that it is an unnecessary burden on them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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Classmates are a more important influence than parents on a child’s success in school.

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In many countries, primary and secondary schools close for two months or more in the summer holidays. What is the value of long school holidays? What are the arguments in favour of shorter school holidays?

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Some people argue that primary schools focus too much on formal learning. To what extent do you agree with this opinion? How important do you think it is for children to play as well as learn in the primary school classroom?

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Some people believe that children are given too much free time. They feel that this time should be used to do more school work. How do you think children should spend their free time?

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Some people believe that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until they are six or seven years old. Others believe that it is important for young children to go to school as soon as possible. What do you think are the advantages of attending school from a young age?

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Some people believe that it is important for young children to go to school as soon as possible. Others, however, believe that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until they are six or seven years old. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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Many people feel that giving homework daily to school children works well for them, while others feel that it is an unnecessary burden on them. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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Classmates are a more important influence than parents on a child’s success in school.

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