TOEFL® sample essay: Some people prefer to participate in group sports...

[NellyYy]

Some people prefer to participate in group sports; others would rather take part in individual sports. What are the advantages of each and which do you prefer? Use reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some people regard that participating in group sports is better for them because it makes them more depandable on one another. On the other hand, other people consider that taking part in individual sports makes them more ambitious. Personally I think I am of the second type, opting for individual sports.

When participating in group sports there are certain clear-cut advantages that I am going to present. This type of sports shows us the possibility to rely on each other in a game. To illustrate this I will mention that when one of the players makes a mistake, he counts on someone else to cover his mistake. And so, the team may not lose in the end. Also, when there is a whole team in which some of the players sre not so good atthe game as others, the latter can teach them during the play and so help them improve their abilities.

Even though there are advantages in group sports, I strongly believe that the advantages of an individual sport are more compelling. When I play only by myself, I am more motivated and I rely only on myself. Thus, I put more efforts in the preparation and practice. So, when I lose the game I will be the only one to blame, therefore the next time I will train harder.

To sum up, both types of sports - group and individual have their advantages, however, I firmly believe that playing individually reveals the intensive training of the player and playing only for yourself it makes you accountable and motivated.

[NellyYy]

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