CHỮA ĐỀ THI THẬT BAND 8.0+ IELTS WRITING TASK 2 NGÀY 07/10/2023

ESSAY INFORMATION:

Written by: Xuân Phi, 09/10/2023

Supported by: Ex-BC Examiner, 10/10/2023

Question: Some people think that newspapers are the best way to learn news. However,

others believe that they can learn news better through other media. Discuss both views

and give your opinion.

(IELTS Academic – 07/10/2023)

ANSWER (8.0+):

While there are those who contend that other forms of media are superior, other contend that newspapers are the best way to receive the news thanks to their reliability. This essay will elaborate on two perspectives and the reasons why I lean towards the latter.

On the one hand, other media platforms such as the Internet or TV offer more current updates and greater accessibility. Owing to advancements in digital technology, these platforms can deliver the news at a more rapid pace. For instance, most modern news outlets operate using social networks such as Facebook and Twitter to share news and updated articles throughout the day. With a single click, audiences can instantly access the news they need. In contrast, newspapers are only updated daily and require customers to physically purchase them from news stands. This is a demonstration of the advantages other media platforms have over newspapers.

On the other hand, newspapers disseminate more accurate information thanks to their rigorous editorial process. This process ensures that there is little to no misleading information. To cite an example, prestigious Western newspapers like The Guardian and The New York Times have a strict editorial code of conduct in which they verify facts such as addresses and names with standard references such as directories and official websites. Before an article gets published, it goes through multiple rounds of revision with dozens of editors to ensure there is no erroneous information. This illustrates why some may prefer to read newspapers over other media platforms.

In conclusion, although other media platforms provide their users with faster updates and better access, I contend that newspapers offer more veracious information thanks to their thorough editorial process. In the near future, I believe that more modern readers will appreciate the value of accuracy over speed in news media.

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