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It is more important for schoolchildren to learn about local history than world history

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October 23, 2022
in IELTS Writing, Agree or Disagree Essays, IELTS Writing Task 2
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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

It is more important for schoolchildren to learn about local history than world history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Sample Answer

It is true that some commentators argue that it is more important for children to study the history of their own country or region, rather than the history of the world. I disagree with this view, because I believe that schools should teach local, national and world history.    

On the one hand, it is significant that schoolchildren should learn about their local history. [1] Firstly, knowing about the past of their region or country will foster a sense of belonging and pride in each child. For example, by studying how earlier generations fought and made sacrifices for the freedom of the country, Vietnamese youngsters will appreciate more the value of the way of life and liberty that they enjoy today. [2] Secondly, young children also learn about the origins and core values of their motherland through history lessons. As a result, they will gain a deeper understanding of each traditional event, and be motivated to carry on the best customs for generations to come.    

On the other hand, the value of studying world history must not be underestimated. [1] The modern trend towards globalization makes it all the more necessary for schoolchildren to have some knowledge of people from other ethnic groups and different traditions. Armed with this broader perspective, it will be easier for them to form a mutual understanding if they know about the origins and past development of other people across the world. [2] Another important factor is that a study of world history provides youngsters with an overview of the inter-relationship of nations and how international historical events, such as the end of colonialism, have shaped contemporary society.

In conclusion, I would argue that it is equally important for schoolboys and schoolgirls to study local history as well as world history.

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Vocab Highlights

foster a sense of belonging: develop a feeling of being part of a community.

core values: the most important or central values of something.

ethnic groups: people belonging to a nation that share a cultural tradition.

armed with: knowing something that you need in order to perform a certain task.

broader perspective: a wider and more complete understanding of something.

colonialism: the practice by which a powerful country controls other countries.

contemporary: belonging to the present time.

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