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Pahan   
Dec 10, 2012
Writing Feedback / Potential promblems that people face while Living Abroad; IELTS exam essays [8]

Some of them migrate to another countries, some visit their relatives and acquaintances and other just travel to see the world.

Some of them migrate to other countries, while others visit their relatives and acquaintances. The rest simply travel to experience the world.

Unfortunately most travelers inevitably have problems with adaptation and face with "culture shock".

Unfortunately most travelers have problems with the "culture shock" involved with travelling overseas.

You have some good points but I feel as if you need more detail.You need to express more on what to do about the culture shock.
Pahan   
Dec 10, 2012
Undergraduate / Surrounded by spices - Looking through the window ;Williams College [12]

Your essay is very good. You have brought out your emotions really nicely. It is nicely constructed and very clear as well. But you are over the word limit which is a real shame because this is such a nice essay as it is. :/
Pahan   
Dec 10, 2012
Writing Feedback / Using mobile phone while driving should be banned [6]

Statistics showed that in 2009, 5,474 people were killed in the U.S. because of accidents that involved, distracted driving and another 448,000 were injured.

....Good point. It catches the reader's eye.

Cell phones cause distraction and horrible accidents which even led to death.

Since you have said "cause" you will have to use the present tense.
Cell phones cause distraction and horrible accidents which even lead to death.

You have presented some very good facts that catches the reader's eye. Well done. :)
Pahan   
Dec 12, 2012
Writing Feedback / Without friends we can hardly survive [3]

Humans live with groups.

Humans live in groups.

This is a very debatable topic. I don't think you can call somebody your friend if he/she is not there for you when your in need, but then again I don't think that you would be friends in the first place if you don't have fun together. Therefore I believe a friend should be a mix of both.
Pahan   
Dec 13, 2012
Writing Feedback / (Ielts practicing) - It is common to leave home countries to study at universities abroad [6]

In recent years the quantity of students studying oversea has gone up dramatically the world over.

The number of students studying abroad has risen significantly in the past few years.

Take Vietnam for example, a lot of big companies there ask people applying for jobs to have foreign bachelors and the reasons are given out that abroad learners from developed countries have wider experiences than others.

... This sentence is too long. Try to break it down.
Many big companies in Vietnam requires a foreign bachelor degree from their employees. This is due to the belief that the foreign educated students are more experienced than others.

You have good points. This is a good essay. :)
Pahan   
Dec 13, 2012
Undergraduate / Diversity is not only race, ethnicity and gender / Colorado Boulder's Flagship 2030 [2]

Unlike many people think, diversity is not only race, ethnicity and gender.

... Good point.
Most people believe that diversity is all about race, religion and gender.

For, me, diversity is one of the most important aspects of the personal growth.

For me, diversity is one of the most important aspects of one's personal growth.

I like your essay. You present your arguments well. :)
Pahan   
Dec 13, 2012
Undergraduate / "Tao Kae Noi!" they called me; WORLD I CAME FROM ESSAY [4]

Seeing my father work with them, I was curious about trucks and cars, and how their engines worked.

My curiosity towards trucks was generated due to the familiar sight of my dad working with them.

I like your essay. You have presented your world well in the essay. It has a nice flow. And it is also well constructed. Well done. :)
Pahan   
Dec 13, 2012
Writing Feedback / I ate the candy eleven years ago but the bitterness and sweetness of life remains! [7]

The wind is bristling and roaring as I tuck my face back into my scarf and snuggle in to prevent my cheeks from turning any more red.

The wind was bristling and roaring as I tucked my face back into my scarf and snuggled in order to prevent my cheeks turning red.

I think it would be easier and better had you written this in the past tense.
Pahan   
Dec 14, 2012
Undergraduate / Mariam's Changes - change is a force that goes beyond our reach and is inevitable [2]

People may try to escape from it, but as hard as it is, change is a force that goes beyond our reach and is unavoidable.

People may try to escape from it, but as hard as it is, change is a force that goes beyond our reach and is inevitable.

No matter under what circumstances, a person will change their attitude, preferences and how they think about others and themselves.

No matter what the circumstance is, a person will change their attitude, preferences and how they think about others and themselves.

In the novel A Thousand Splendid Suns written by Hosseini, the main character Mariam faces a great deal of troubles that occurred in her life.

I think the "occurred in her life" part is irrelevant.
Pahan   
Dec 14, 2012
Undergraduate / I signed with Intellect Club; extracurricular activitieswork [4]

Out of curiosity, I signed in Intellect club ,which was held every thursday evening at school auditorium.

Remember that all the days of the week should actually start with a capital letter. Same goes for months.

I think it would be a good idea to tell the reader something that happened in one of those meetings that made you so interested in it.
Pahan   
Dec 14, 2012
Undergraduate / was running for the president : EXPERIENCE-IMPACT ESSAY [3]

Is this something you really did? If so I would have taken off my hat if I was wearing one. ;) Very clever indeed.

I like the way you present your emotions. The essay sounds a bit like a conversation though. But it's still nicely done. :)
Pahan   
Dec 14, 2012
Writing Feedback / IELTS essay : criminal who send to prison would commit crimes when set free [15]

They even suggest that these culprits should be punished by capital punishment.

They even suggest that these criminals should be dealt with the capital punishment

You have good writing skills but there is an issue with clarity. There are some parts I don not understand.
Pahan   
Dec 15, 2012
Undergraduate / May 24, 2012, my whole life changed; My Personal Statement [2]

but I knew I wanted to do something it was a thirst that needed to be quenched.

but I knew I wanted to do something. It was a thirst that needed to be quenched.

Though I went through hardships and setbacks it all led to me growing and becoming a strong and beautiful young woman of God who I am today,

I think you can cut off the "who I am today" part here.

You present your emotions well in the essay but I some parts are a little confusing.
Pahan   
Dec 15, 2012
Undergraduate / I'm fairly clumsy; Letter to a Future Roommate for Stanford [4]

I like your letter. And I'm sure your roommate would be very interested in being.. uhhh.. well roommates with you. :P

Maybe you could cut down a little bit of the bacteria talk.

But it's still a good letter. :)
Pahan   
Dec 16, 2012
Writing Feedback / Global Concern over Global warming & Climate change [5]

When the heat and the light of the sun enter the atmosphere but cannot get out as they are trapped in the earth's surrounding by the greenhouse gases and thus resulting in temperature rise.

Heat rays from the sun is what keeps the Earth warm. But if these heat rays get trapped in the atmosphere, they would cause the temperature to rise. Green house gases such as Carbon Dioxide, Methane, and Nitrous Oxide traps these heat rays and prevent them from returning to space. This results in global warming.

Another important reason for global warming is large amount of carbon dioxide produced from burning fossil fuels for different purposes especially for power generation on various power plants.

Another reason for global warming is the excessive emission of Carbon Dioxide to the atmosphere. Burning of fossil fuels is the main source of Carbon Dioxide emission.

Global warming is also caused due to less knowledge about it.

I think you should present this idea in another way.

You have some very good points. :)
Pahan   
Dec 16, 2012
Writing Feedback / IELTS writing- The student behavior problem causes and solutions [6]

This is a good essay. You have presented your argument properly and have constructed it well. :)

Maybe you could add a little bit more by talking about the recent student killings. And how easy it is for them to get addicted to stuff like drugs.
Pahan   
Dec 16, 2012
Writing Feedback / Intentional tourism can promotes people to understand and respect other cultures [13]

So the international tourism becomes the biggest industry in the world.

There is something odd about this sentence. Try rephrasing it. :)

I don't agree this opinion and I think people can learn and understand the other culture.

I do not agree with this opinion and I am strongly believe that tourism will help individuals learn and understand other cultures better.

If people don't aware this culture difference, it may make the others feel uncomfortable or misunderstanding the intention.

If people are unaware of certain culture differences, it may make others feel uncomfortable or misunderstand the intention behind it.
Pahan   
Dec 16, 2012
Writing Feedback / past has value or no value? [5]

The past is not only the foundation for present and future but also experienced lessons and brings up our soul.

I don't quite understand what you mean by "brings up our soul". But that might just be me. :)

Without a past , there could not have been a present because it provided us with all the knowledge and information that brought us to the present

Try working on your grammar and read more essays. :)
Pahan   
Dec 16, 2012
Writing Feedback / We create our own happiness; What Makes me Happy [3]

Happiness is the most important feeling that people can feel.

Ummm.. This might just be me but this sentence sounds odd to me. Try rephrasing it.

They know what happiness is and try to forget something negative.

Happiness is the only remedy for depression.

Lord Buddha once said "Happiness is the greatest wealth for man." Try including that in the essay.
Pahan   
Dec 17, 2012
Writing Feedback / Global Concern over Global warming & Climate change [5]

Hmm yeah it does sound better but I think it's best to stick with just simply saying awareness of global warming would help man tackle it better. Or you must show how the lack of awareness leads to global warming. :)

Hope you figure it out. :)
Pahan   
Dec 17, 2012
Writing Feedback / Science VS Religion - what is best for the people? [14]

no no it's just something I wrote for fun. It is an issue in the world that simply caught my eye. :) I'm neither really interested in science or religion that much. Bit of a free thinker. ;)
Pahan   
Dec 17, 2012
Writing Feedback / Advantages of living in a big city; Jobs and Entertainment [6]

Many people like spending their free time in these facilities because it helps them to relax and bring them a lot of pleasure.

You bring a good point here but i don't think it's presented properly. Try rephrasing it. :)

In brief, it is generally believed that it is better for children to be brought up in the city not only because can it socialize them, but also because they can receive better education and have a better chance to get a suitable job.

Well I'm not really sure whether I can agree with you. Because it actually might be healthier to live in the countryside because the cities are polluted.
Pahan   
Dec 17, 2012
Essays / Contrast the way young people today handle their money with their parents. [7]

There are many differences between young people and their parents in handling money.

There are many differences between young people and their parents when it comes to handling money. Or
The manner in which young people handle money is quite different to the way their parents do.

In the first place, parents often do some traditional jobs such as worker, farmer...

First of all, most parents are employed in the traditional work field, such as farming...

In addition, parent's salary is quite lower while salary now is higher.

In addition, the salary of a parent is quite low compared to what young people earn.
Pahan   
Dec 17, 2012
Writing Feedback / iIelts essay;government should expand the road or car owners [4]

Roads are inevitable part of our daily life.

This sentence is not clear. better to rephrase it. :)

Unless it is developed to accomodate increasing number of car,it will aggravate the traffic problems in cities,however it is unfair,government is expecting the car owners to pay for new development.

This sentence is too long and is very confusing. I think you need to work on your grammar and presentation. Without grammar and proper presentation the essay will fall apart.
Pahan   
Dec 17, 2012
Undergraduate / Career goals, efforts, and diversity [4]

You write nicely and your presentation is good. I like the way you have shown your love for learning new languages. But the prompt asks you how you have prepared yourself for your career. I can understand the connection you are showing between languages and being a doctor. But perhaps you should add more on the other stuff needed to be a doctor. Without them the language part sounds irrelevant. :/
Pahan   
Dec 17, 2012
Undergraduate / 'Don't panic. You can do this.' I said to myself ; Common App [4]

and with butterflies practically throwing a party inside my stomach

... hehehe nice one.

it enables them to freely move their legs to speed up.

it enables them to speed up by moving their legs freely.

I like your essay. You have presented your love for the sport beautifully. I think it's best if you post the prompt so that we can give you more accurate feedbacks.
Pahan   
Dec 18, 2012
Writing Feedback / Toefl:Television destroys communication among friends and family; Reasons & Examples [6]

Besides, watching television has some cons and at the same time has very good pros.

I don't think you need to say "besides" here. It makes it sound a little odd.

First, it's true watching TV take a lot of your day,
First of all, it is true that watching TV takes a lot of your valuable time,

You have good points. :)
Pahan   
Dec 18, 2012
Writing Feedback / (IELTS essay) Corporal punishment to discipline children? [4]

It became a controversial issue nowadays.

It has become a controversial issue nowadays.

The second point is that,

"secondly" would sound nicer.

Additionally, physical punishment is banned in some countries and schools because of some solid reasons.

I don't think you need to say "additionally" here.

Your essay is a good but I think you need to present it in a better manner. Otherwise the reader would lose interest.
Pahan   
Dec 18, 2012
Writing Feedback / Managing money is one of the most important skill for everyone; IELTS [4]

It is agreed that managing money is one of the most important skillsfor everyone

Firstly, the role of schools for educating one to use money efficiently is significant.

This sentence sounds a bit odd. I think its better to rephrase it.

Secondly, it istheresponsibility of parentsto teach children how important toit is toutilize money cautiously by giving thempractice .
Pahan   
Dec 18, 2012
Scholarship / Career Goals : Corporate Responsibility (SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY) [3]

There are many people with generous hearts , whogive their moneyinwith thehopethat it would helpto feed the starving children,but the money they sacrifices end up inpocketsthe stomachof the heartless tricksters.

You have good points. Pay attention to grammar.
Pahan   
Dec 19, 2012
Writing Feedback / Cheating at examinations - Must find solutions for this problem! [3]

I believe there must have some solutions to this problem.

I believe that it is important to find a solution for this problem.

When one student cheats, it affects all the students in the class. Teachers will start to question the work done by other students as well, resulting in a negative learning environment. It is important to understand that the credibility of the entire class remains unquestioned only if the entire class is honest with their work.
Pahan   
Dec 19, 2012
Grammar, Usage / On the fateful day....... / Question on sentence [3]

I don't think it sounds bad but I think it is a little too long. Maybe it would sound better if you split it in two at the point you say "library".

By the way i like that series too. ;)
Pahan   
Dec 19, 2012
Writing Feedback / IELTS; Guns should be better controlled or even banned [7]

Recent US gun shot which killed innocent children and responsible staff brought endless sorrow to the community and arouse the public's rethinking towards gun control.

You have said "brought" at the beginning of the sentence and therefore everything should be in the past tense.

Your essay is well constructed and the examples you have used are very good.Your ideas are brilliant and I like the way you write. Well done. :)
Pahan   
Dec 19, 2012
Undergraduate / Huyen Anh, as I called her / Commonapp essay - Influential person [3]

For me, the feeling of being the top student in my class in nine years was so familiar that I never thought of being the second one.

I have been the top student in my class for nine years. I was so used to being the best I never expected to be overshadowed one day.

Tragically, things were no longer on my side.

I think sadly would suit the situation better.

"Challenge accepted. I'm happy to have you as a wonderful opponent for the next three years."

you have written a nice essay, but you have also exceeded the word limit. :(

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