Student Essay - It is important to make a large amount of money. Do you agree? – by Lim Soo Min, A-levels, HELP Institute

It is important to make a large amount of money. Do you agree? – by Lim Soo Min, A-levels, Taylor’s College

Are you satisfied with your life or do you want to have more money? These days, we can do most things if we are rich. For example, Bill Gates earns lots of money. He lives in a big house, he can satisfy his wants, he doesn’t have to worry about his old age and he helps poor people as well. These kinds of satisfaction are due to being wealthy. Therefore, I agree with the statement that it is very important to make a large amount of money. 

First of all, we can help poor people who need help if we are prosperous. There are many people who need help because of natural disasters, starvation or medical problems. We can help them by providing them food, clothes, shelter or medical materials but these require substantial funds. If we have the cash, we can help them by donating essentials to them. If people earn just for a comfortable life, they would not have enough to give to others. They can still help some of those who need help but they will experience a limit and have less opportunity than people with a lot of capital. Therefore, I would like to earn more money. 

Secondly, we would be less stressed by financial problems if we have a high income. Some people who only manage to make ends meet can suffer when they encounter ‘rainy days’. If we have a generous salary, it will be easier for us to save for emergency cases such as health problems or natural disasters. Moreover, we can enjoy a comfortable old age. On the other hand, people who earn less might get into trouble if they lose their job or fall sick. In addition, if we have extra money, we can plan for long, relaxing holidays. People who don’t make enough for holidays will get stressed out. This could result in illnesses in the long run. So I think having lots of money would be less stressful.

Lastly, it is necessary to be rich to have a comfortable lifestyle. For example, people who have the means can buy their own cars so they don’t have to use public transport. Moreover, wealthy people can employ others to do menial work such as cleaning, cooking or driving for them. This is good for them, especially women, because they can save time and have more leisure time to spend with their children or enjoy themselves. Furthermore, they can live in a big and nice house with their family. If they have children, they can provide their children with a better education, good food and lots of toys. Thus, I prefer to make a large amount of money.

In conclusion, it is preferable to make a large amount of money because people with lots of funds can help the needy, be more prepared for ‘rainy days’ and live more comfortably.

Student Essay - In twenty years, there will be fewer cars in use than there are today. Do you agree? – by Hyun Min Hee, A-levels, HELP Academy

In twenty years, there will be fewer cars in use than there are today. Do you agree? – by Hyun Min Hee, A-levels, HELP Academy

When our car broke down three years ago, we needed to get it repaired at the mechanic’s. It took a week for them to complete the job so we lived without a car for a week. At first, it was inconvenient because I had to take a bus to school. However, the advantage was that I could meet my friends on the bus. Our family quickly got accustomed to living without a car. In the future, I think we might use fewer cars compared to today because of several reasons. 

Firstly, maintenance of cars will become even more expensive in the future than it is today. In particular, fuel will become very costly because it is a good without a substitute and it is almost used up. In fact, three years ago in Korea, oil price was only RM12 a liter. Now it has gone up to RM25 a liter! The price of oil will go up continuously. Moreover, land will become scarcer so there will not be many areas for parking. So parking fees will become more and more expensive. Therefore, the number of cars might decrease in the future because people will be discouraged by the high cost of owning one.

Secondly, cars may not be needed any more. In the future, apartments will have a lot of facilities such as gym, supermarket, swimming pool, cinemas, restaurants and parks so people do not have to go far to do anything. For example, parents with young children can have their children’s birthday party in the park of their apartment. In addition, internet services will become more advanced so most things such as work, learning and shopping can be done over the internet. Thus, people might not have to use the car anymore. 

Finally, global warming is worsening so the world is trying to reduce air pollution. The car is one of the causes of air pollution so governments and people will try to reduce the use of it. In twenty years, public transportation will be much better than it is today so people will be encouraged to use buses and subways rather than their own cars. Some people may also use bicycles to be more environmentally friendly. 

In conclusion, I believe there will be fewer cars in use in twenty years than there are today because of increased costs, advanced technology and love for the environment.