Studying the English language in an English-speaking country is the best  but not the only way to learn language.

　　Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

　　Model Answer:

　　Studying a language in a country where it is widely spoken has many   advantages. It is, therefore, a good idea to study English in a country such as   Britain. However, I believe it is not the only way to learn the language.

　　In the first place, most students in non-English-speaking countries learn   English at secondary school, and sometimes at university nowadays. Although   their spoken English is not usually of a very high standard, their knowledge of   grammar is often quite advanced. This is certainly useful when students come to   an English-speaking country to perfect the language.

　　Secondly, studying the basics of English at secondary school is less   stressful than learning the language while overseas. This is because students   living at home do not have to worry about problems such as finding   accommodation, paying for their study and living costs, and trying to survive in   a foreign country where day to day living causes much stress.

　　However, there are obvious advantages of learning English in Britain. Every   day there are opportunities to practise listening to and speaking with British   people. Also, students can experience the culture firsthand, which is a great   help when trying to understand the language. This is especially true if they   choose to live with a British family, as exchange students for example.   Furthermore, if students attend a language school full-time, the teachers will   be native speakers. In this case, not only will students' speaking and listening   skills improve, but attention can be given to developing reading and writing   skills as well.

　　In general, even though it is preferable to study English in an   English-speaking country, a reasonable level of English can be achieved in one's   own country, if a student is gifted and dedicated to study.