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A thesis statement - In the following paragraphs, I shall explain how emergent nations can 
prosper with other forms of aid. 
 

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Body Paragraph 1: 
 
Central idea : Why financial aid fails to help? 
 
Supporting points:   
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Unstable political environment. 
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Introduction of namesake programs  
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Unresolved social problems 
 
Body Paragraph 2: 
 
Central idea : Alternatives that can help 
 
Supporting points:  
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Investment in education and healthcare 
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Monitoring political conditions 
 
Conclusion: 
Reiterated that type of aid must be decided after an in-depth study of the country and just 
financing is of no help. 
 
 
8.Today, more and more full time university students focus on other activities 
rather than spend a lot of time studying.  Some people think it is essential for 
university students to be involved in other activities.  
 
To what extent do you agree or disagree? 
 
Sample answer: 

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A university offers courses that help students gain knowledge on a particular discipline and 
prepare them for a career. So it is not surprising that some of them feel students should be 
devoted to studies. But others argue that it is equally important to take part in other activities. I 
believe that students should acquire overall development. The university should concentrate not 
only on meeting industry demands but also on helping students be involved in other activities. In 
the forthcoming paragraphs, I shall discuss both sides and explain how taking part in different 
activities is beneficial to the students. 
 
A student who limits himself only to academics is a frog in a well. They will be the odd ones out 
in society at a later point in time. Being bookish will not help in any manner. One has to devote 
time to developing other talents as well. There are innumerous examples of engineering students 
pursuing careers as a singer, actor or sportsman. Since it is tough to predict the future, there is no 
need to confine oneself solely to studies. A student passionate about singing may fondly 
recall  his live performances in university than the time spent in the classroom. The live 
performances would have helped in some manner (such as removing stage fear). 
One should not join a university for the sole purpose of procuring a career. There are many other 
facets of university life which one has to sense and appreciate. For example, a student taking part 
in inter-college events like a symposium will gain knowledge, build communication abilities and 
win more contacts which may help him in becoming successful in an interview and career as 
well. 
 
Devoting time to other activities helps the person acquire overall development, albeit the primary 
reason to join a university is to study. 
 
In conclusion, though it is important to concentrate on studies, one need not get trapped in the 
classroom. They should make time to pursue other talents beyond the curriculum as well.