This is a high-scoring sample answer for the following Cambridge B2 First writing Part 1 essay question: Do we share too much personal information on social media websites? Collocations about the media can be found here. Below, also, is a list of less common vocabulary with definitions. Read the sample answer, then send me your essay in the comments. I will give you a quick score and also some comments if I have time. Why not start today?
B2 First Part 1 Essay Sample Answer
You must answer this question. Write your answer in 140-190 words in an appropriate style.
In your English class you have been talking about the advantages and disadvantages of using social media websites. Now your English teacher has asked you to write an essay. Write an essay using all the notes and give reasons for your point of view.
Do we share too much personal information on social media websites?
Notes
Write about:
- uploading images
- posting comments
- (your own idea)
These days social media users can share too much information about their personal lives. I completely agree and feel this is unsafe for three main reasons.
Firstly, sharing photographs can reveal personal details to scammers. Firstly, if they are of parties, others can find out our relationships with the other people, while if they are from holidays, they can inform criminals their house is empty.
Secondly, commenting on other users’ posts or blogs can also present privacy issues. Doing this can draw the commenter into discussions, which can end in unintentionally revealing private details. These details, such as date of birth, can be used by these scammers to try and hack into bank accounts and other financial sites.
Finally, regardless of how someone meets another user online, they will probably never know who that person is. It is impossible to check whether that person is telling the truth or not. For example, if someone makes friends online, it is easy for them to give fake information.
In conclusion, although social media is good fun, it is advisable to take precautions and understand that people may not be who they say they are.
Remember to post your essay in the comments at the bottom of this page so I can give you a score!
Less Common Vocabulary for B2 First Writing
scammers – people who commit fraud or participate in a dishonest scheme
criminals – people who commit crime
privacy – a state in which one is not observed or disturbed by other people
draw – pull or drag (something such as a vehicle) so as to make it follow behind
unintentionally – not on purpose
hack – gain unauthorized access to data in a system or computer
financial – relating to finance
fake – not genuine or original
Even more vocabulary on relationships is available here.
Remember to post your essay in the comments at the bottom of this page so I can give you a score!
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