TOEFL Academic Discussion Writing Sample: Your professor is teaching a class on public health. Write a post responding to the professor’s question.
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Professor
As discussed in class, the concept of health has evolved over time, and with advancements in technology and medicine, it is often believed that staying healthy is easier in modern times. However, some argue that current lifestyles and environmental factors have made it more challenging to maintain good health. In which period would you argue it is easier for people to stay in a healthy condition—at present or in the past? Why?
Student A
I would definitely say that it is easier to maintain good health nowadays than in the past. It is important to consider the various factors that contribute to people's health. In the past, access to healthcare was limited and medical knowledge was not as advanced as it is today. Also, people's lifestyles were often less healthy due to factors such as limited access to healthy food and a lack of awareness about the importance of exercise.
Student B
I hold a different view from Amber and believe that it was actually easier to stay healthy in the past. Most people led healthier, more active lives in the past so there was no need to go the gym in their spare time. There were far fewer sedentary jobs in those days so there was no obsession to keep fit. Also, in terms of the issue of food and diet, there were far fewer additives and processed foods in the past, meaning that people had healthier diets.
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The discussion of healthcare has remained overtime, some people think that it is more convenient for people to keep healthy in modern society.Yet, oth...
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The discussion of healthcare has remained overtime, some people think that it is more convenient for people to keep healthy in modern society.Yet, oth...
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The discussion of healthcare has remained overtime, some people think that it is more convenient for people to keep healthy in modern society.Yet, others believe that it is harder.From my point of view,I agree with Amber’s idea that modern people have a better condition on keep healthy. People in the past might have starving problems since the equipments of farming were not efficient enough , How could you choose what to eat even you all most died from starvation? Nowadays, the economy has improved, and there is various food to choose.So modern people have a chance to choose healthy food.Also, like Amber say, because of the development of modern science, we can have an impression of “health”. As a result,I choose to stand in the statement of modern people have an easier way to keep healthy.
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1. 子项得分
Relevance and Contribution to Discussion: 4.5 Clarity and Elaboration of Viewpoint: 4.0 Language Use and Grammar: 3.5
2. 预估分数
24. 3 任务完成度
这篇文章在回答问题方面做得很好,但是在语言使用和语法方面还有待提高。为了使文章更加完整,可以增加一些具体的例子来支持观点。此外,注意避免使用重复的词汇和表达。
Example 1: Original: "Nowadays, the economy has improved, and there is various food to choose." Improved: "In today's world, with the improvement of the economy, people have access to a wide variety of nutritious food options."
Example 2: Original: "Also, like Amber say, because of the development of modern science, we can have an impression of “health”." Improved: "Furthermore, as Amber mentioned, due to advancements in modern science, we now have a better understanding of what constitutes a healthy lifestyle."
4. 文章结构与组织
文章的结构和组织方面还有待加强。建议将文章分为引言、正文和结论三个部分,使其更加清晰。同时,在段落之间添加过渡性的词汇,使文章更连贯。
Example 1: Original: "From my point of view,I agree with Amber’s idea that modern people have a better condition on keep healthy." Improved: "In my opinion, I concur with Amber's perspective that individuals in today's society are in a better position to maintain their health."
Example 2: Original: "As a result,I choose to stand in the statement of modern people have an easier way to keep healthy." Improved: "In conclusion, I firmly believe that modern individuals have an easier path to maintaining good health due to advancements in healthcare and access to healthier lifestyle choices."
5. 语法批改
The discussion of healthcare has remained overtime, some people think that it is more convenient for people to keep healthy in modern society.Yet Yet(Missing space between sentences), others believe that it is harder.From From(Missing space between sentences) my point of view,I, I(Use of whitespace before comma and before/after parentheses) agree with Amber’s idea that modern people have a better condition onto(This rule identifies wrong preposition usage.) keep healthy.
People in the past might have starving problems since the equipments of farming were not efficient enough ,,(Use of whitespace before comma and before/after parentheses) How could you choose what to eat even you all most died from starvation? Nowadays, the economy has improved, and there is various food to choose.So So(Missing space between sentences) modern people have a chance to choose healthy food.Also Also(Missing space between sentences), like Amber say, because of the development of modern science, we can have an impression of “health”.
As a result,I, I(Use of whitespace before comma and before/after parentheses) choose to stand in the statement of modern people have an easier way to keep healthy.
Section Title: 6 Article Revision
The debate surrounding healthcare has persisted over time, with some individuals asserting that maintaining good health is more accessible in modern society. Conversely, others argue that it has become increasingly difficult. In my opinion, I concur with Amber's perspective that contemporary individuals are better equipped to maintain their well-being.
In the past, people often faced food scarcity due to inefficient farming methods and equipment. Consequently, they had limited options when it came to selecting a nutritious diet. In contrast, today's society has experienced significant economic growth and offers a diverse range of food choices. This allows individuals to make informed decisions about consuming healthy meals. Furthermore, as Amber mentioned, advancements in modern science have led to a deeper understanding of what constitutes "health."
Therefore, I firmly believe that modern individuals have an easier path towards maintaining good health compared to those in the past. (149 words)
The discussion of debate surrounding healthcare has remained overtime, persisted over time (revised for clarity and natural tone), with some people think that it individuals asserting that maintaining good health is more convenient for people to keep healthy accessible in modern society.Yet, society (revised for natural tone). Conversely, others argue that it has become increasingly difficult. In my opinion, I concur with Amber's perspective that contemporary individuals are better equipped to maintain their well-being (revised for natural tone).
In the past, people often faced food scarcity due to inefficient farming methods and equipment (revised for clarity). Consequently, they had limited options when it came to selecting a nutritious diet. In contrast, today's society has experienced significant economic growth and offers a diverse range of food choices (revised for natural tone). This allows individuals to make informed decisions about consuming healthy meals. Furthermore, as Amber mentioned, advancements in modern science have led to a deeper understanding of what constitutes "health" (revised for clarity and natural tone).
Therefore, I firmly believe that it is harder.From my point of view,I agree with Amber’s idea that modern people individuals have a better condition on keep healthy. ¶ People an easier path towards maintaining good health compared to those in the past might have starving problems since the equipments of farming were not efficient enough , How could you choose what to eat even you all most died from starvation? Nowadays, the economy has improved, and there is various food to choose.So modern people have a chance to choose healthy food.Also, like Amber say, because of the development of modern science, we can have an impression of “health”. ¶ As a result,I choose to stand in the statement of modern people have an easier way to keep healthy.(revised for clarity and natural tone).
8 思维导图
1. 保持健康的争论
1.1 现代社会更容易保持健康
1.2 增加的困难
2. 过去的食物稀缺
2.1 效率低下的农业方法和设备
2.2 营养饮食选择有限
3. 现代社会的经济增长
3.1 多样化的食物选择
3.2 健康饮食的明智决策
4. 现代科学进步
4.1 对“健康”的深入理解
5. 结论:现代人更容易保持健康
9 关键词
| Word | Phonetic Symbol | Part of Speech | English definition | Simplified Chinese translation | Sample sentences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| debate | /dɪˈbeɪt/ | noun | a discussion or argument about a particular topic | 辩论 | The debate surrounding healthcare has persisted over time. |
| scarcity | /ˈsker.sə.ti/ | noun | the state of being scarce or in short supply | 稀缺 | In the past, people often faced food scarcity due to inefficient farming methods. |
| nutritious | /njuːˈtrɪʃəs/ | adjective | containing many of the substances needed for life and growth | 营养丰富的 | They had limited options when it came to selecting a nutritious diet. |
| diverse | /daɪˈvɜːs/ | adjective | including many different types | 多样化的 | Today's society offers a diverse range of food choices. |
| informed | /ɪnˈfɔːrmd/ | adjective | having or showing knowledge or understanding | 知情的 | This allows individuals to make informed decisions about consuming healthy meals. |
| advancements | /ədˈvæns.mənts/ | noun | the process of developing or improving something | 进步 | Advancements in modern science have led to a deeper understanding of health. |
| constitutes | /ˈkɒn.stɪ.tuːts/ | verb | to be considered as something | 构成,被认为是 | Modern science has led to a deeper understanding of what constitutes "health." |
| well-being | /welˈbiː.ɪŋ/ | noun | the state of feeling healthy and happy | 幸福安康 | Contemporary individuals are better equipped to maintain their well-being. |
| path | /pæθ/ | noun | a way of life, development, or progress | 道路,途径 | Modern individuals have an easier path towards maintaining good health. |
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In my opinion, I agree with Jonah's point of view that people are less healthy nowadays because they have less time to exercise. In addition, I think ...
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In my opinion, I agree with Jonah's point of view that people are less healthy nowadays because they have less time to exercise. In addition, I think ...
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In my opinion, I agree with Jonah's point of view that people are less healthy nowadays because they have less time to exercise. In addition, I think such amount time of work also causes the bad health for people. Especially these days, people always sit in front their computers for almost a whole day, which definitely do no help to their backbone and legs. This unhealthy work habitat do such harm to people's health that they always feel uncomfortable during work. In this case, the risks of many diseases have risen, like the problem of blood circulation, high blood pressure and so on. For example, I always use my computer to write my code. It makes me feel tired because my eyes need to stare on the screen for several hours constantly. As a result, I get a myopic and my eyes always feel dry after the long period of work. Therefore, I think it’s harder for people nowadays to keep healthy.
Bewertungsergebnis
1. 子项得分
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Relevance and Contribution to Discussion: 4.5
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Clarity and Elaboration of Viewpoint: 4.0
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Language Use and Grammar: 3.5
2. 预估分数
25. 3 任务完成度
你的文章在回答问题方面做得很好,观点明确,并且提供了一些具体的例子。但是,为了更好地完成任务,你可以尝试更深入地探讨这个话题,例如提到环境因素、食品安全等方面。此外,在语法和词汇使用方面还有一些小错误需要改进。
示例1(改进):In this case, the risks of many diseases have risen, like the problem of blood circulation, high blood pressure, and so on. 改进后:As a result, the risks of various health issues have increased, such as poor blood circulation, high blood pressure, and other related conditions.
示例2(改进):Especially these days, people always sit in front their computers for almost a whole day... 改进后:Particularly in modern times, people often spend their entire day sitting in front of computers...
4. 文章结构与组织
文章的结构和组织方面基本合理,但可以在引言部分加强观点的陈述,并在结论部分进行总结。同时,在段落之间加入过渡句子以增强连贯性。
示例1(改进):In my opinion, I agree with Jonah's point of view that people are less healthy nowadays because they have less time to exercise. 改进后:In my opinion, I concur with Jonah that people are generally less healthy today due to their limited time for exercise and other factors.
示例2(改进):Therefore, I think it’s harder for people nowadays to keep healthy. 改进后:In conclusion, I believe that maintaining good health has become more challenging for individuals in modern times due to various factors such as sedentary lifestyles and work-related stress.
5. 语法批改
In my opinion, I agree with Jonah's point of viewperspective that people are less healthy nowadays because they have less time to exercise. In addition, I think such amount time ofspent at work also causes the badcontributes to poor health for people. Especially these days,in recent times, people alwaysoften sit in front their computers for almost a wholean entire day, which definitely do nocertainly does not help to their backbone and legs. This unhealthy work habitat doenvironment does such harm to people's health that they alwaysoften feel uncomfortable during work. In this case, the risks of many diseases have risen, like the problem ofincrease, such as problems with blood circulation, high blood pressurepressure, and so on. For example, I alwaysoften use my computer to write my code. It makes me feel tired because my eyes need to stare onat the screen for several hours constantly.at a time. As a result, I get a myopichave developed myopia, and my eyes always feel dry after thea long period of work. Therefore, I think it'sit is harder for people nowadays to keep healthy.maintain good health.
Title: 6 文章修订
In my perspective, I concur with Jonah's assertion that individuals today are generally less healthy due to limited opportunities for physical activity. Furthermore, I believe that the demanding nature of modern work contributes significantly to this decline in overall health. In particular, contemporary work environments often require individuals to spend extended periods sitting in front of computers, which can lead to detrimental effects on posture and leg circulation. Consequently, these unhealthy habits increase the risk of various health issues such as poor blood circulation and hypertension. For instance, as a coder, I spend countless hours staring at a computer screen, resulting in eye strain and fatigue. This prolonged exposure has not only led to myopia but also causes persistent dryness in my eyes. Thus, it seems evident that maintaining good health has become increasingly challenging for individuals in today's fast-paced world. (144 words)
In my opinion, perspective [Changed "opinion" to "perspective" for a more natural tone], I agree concur with Jonah's point assertion [Changed "point of view view" to "assertion" for better flow] that people individuals today are generally less healthy nowadays because they have less time due to exercise. limited opportunities for physical activity. Furthermore, I believe that the demanding nature of modern work contributes significantly to this decline in overall health. In addition, particular, contemporary work environments often require individuals to spend extended periods sitting in front of computers, which can lead to detrimental effects on posture and leg circulation [Rephrased for clarity and conciseness]. Consequently, these unhealthy habits increase the risk of various health issues such as poor blood circulation and hypertension [Changed "high blood pressure" to "hypertension" for a more formal tone]. For instance, as a coder, I think such amount time of work spend countless hours staring at a computer screen, resulting in eye strain and fatigue. This prolonged exposure has not only led to myopia but also causes the bad health for people. Especially these days, people always sit persistent dryness in front their computers for almost a whole day, which definitely do no help to their backbone and legs. This unhealthy work habitat do such harm to people's health that they always feel uncomfortable during work. In this case, the risks of many diseases have risen, like the problem of blood circulation, high blood pressure and so on. For example, I always use my computer to write my code. It makes me feel tired because my eyes need to stare on [Rephrased for better flow]. Thus, it seems evident that maintaining good health has become increasingly challenging for individuals in today's fast-paced world [Rephrased the screen concluding sentence for several hours constantly. As a result, I get a myopic and my eyes always feel dry after the long period of work. Therefore, I think it’s harder for people nowadays to keep healthy.stronger finish].
Title: 8 思维导图
1. Introduction
- Agree with Jonah's assertion
- Less healthy due to limited physical activity
2. Demanding nature of modern work
- Decline in overall health
- Extended periods sitting in front of computers
3. Detrimental effects on posture and leg circulation
- Unhealthy habits
- Risk of health issues
4. Health issues examples
- Poor blood circulation
- Hypertension
5. Personal experience as a coder
- Eye strain and fatigue
- Myopia and persistent dryness in eyes
6. Conclusion
- Maintaining good health increasingly challenging in today's world
Title: 9 关键词
| Word | Phonetic Symbol | Part of Speech | English definition | Simplified Chinese translation | Sample sentences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assertion | /əˈsɜːrʃən/ | Noun | A confident statement that something is true | 主张 | I concur with Jonah's assertion that individuals today are generally less healthy. |
| Contemporary | /kənˈtɛmpəreri/ | Adjective | Belonging to or occurring in the present | 当代的 | Contemporary work environments often require individuals to spend extended periods sitting in front of computers. |
| Detrimental | /ˌdɛtrɪˈmɛntl/ | Adjective | Tending to cause harm | 有害的 | Sitting for extended periods can lead to detrimental effects on posture and leg circulation. |
| Hypertension | /ˌhaɪpərˈtɛnʃən/ | Noun | Abnormally high blood pressure | 高血压 | These unhealthy habits increase the risk of various health issues such as hypertension. |
| Myopia | /maɪˈoʊpiə/ | Noun | Nearsightedness | 近视 | This prolonged exposure has not only led to myopia but also causes persistent dryness in my eyes. |
| Fatigue | /fəˈtiɡ/ | Noun | Extreme tiredness resulting from mental or physical exertion | 疲劳 | As a coder, I spend countless hours staring at a computer screen, resulting in eye strain and fatigue. |
| Circulation | /ˌsɜrkjəˈleɪʃən/ | Noun | The movement of blood through the body | 血液循环 | Poor blood circulation is one of the health issues caused by sitting for extended periods. |
| Prolonged | /prəˈlɔŋd/ | Adjective | _Continuing for a long time or longer than usual | _延长的 | _Prolonged exposure to computer screens can lead to various health problems. |
| Challenging | /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/ | _Adjective | _Demanding considerable effort or skill; testing | _具有挑战性的 | _Maintaining good health has become increasingly challenging for individuals in today's fast-paced world. |
| Fast-paced | /fæst ˈpeɪst/ | _Adjective | _Moving or happening quickly; involving rapid activity | _快节奏的 | _In today's fast-paced world, people often struggle to find time for physical activity. |
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