There are 3 types of these essays:
1. You are asked to describe the advantages and disadvantages of something
2. You are asked to describe ONLY the advantages or ONLY the disadvantages of something
3. You are asked if there are MORE advantages or disadvantages.
As Academic students it is VERY unlikely that you will be asked 1 or 2 as these are too simple. However, just in case you are:
1. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of something
This type of essay does NOT require an opinion. All you have to do is discuss what are the benefits and what are the drawbacks of a situation. It is purely descriptive. Please look at this example:…