Write a five (four) paragraph essay on the pressures of being a college student. Follow these steps:

     Spend some time thinking about the angle of the subject that you plan to write about. For example, are you going to discuss the pressures of being a student in a foreign country or a native country?   Are you going to talk about the pressures of living away from home and having to take responsibility for matters you did  not care about, for instance, with household errands? Other angles you might consider are the pressures of being a student and having a job, or trying to live up to your parents' expectations. Are you going to talk about  economic, academic, or social, or emotional pressures?  

Writing Topics from the TOEFL Bulletin Catalogue

Some students prefer to study alone. Others prefer to study with a group of students. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

The 21st century has begun. What changes do you think this new century will bring? Use examples and details in your answer. 

Schools should ask students to evaluate their teachers. do you agree or disagree? Use specific examples to support your answer.

When famous people such as actors, athletes and rock stars give their opinions, many people listen. Do you think we should pay attention to these details? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.  

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Watching television is bad for children. Use specific details and examples to support your answer.  

Every generation is different in important ways. How is your generation different from your parents' generation? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.

Some people believe that a college or university education should be available to all students. Others believe that higher education should be available only to good students. Discuss these views. Which view do you agree with? Explain why.

Some people think that the government should spend as much money as possible on developing or buying computer technology. Other people disagree and think that this money should be spent on more basic needs. Which of theses opinions do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.

Some people believe that Earth is being harmed (damaged) by human activity. Others feel that human activity makes the Earth a better place to live. What is your opinion? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Face-to face communication is better than other types of communication, such as letters, email, or telephone calls. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer. 

In some countries, people are no longer allowed to smoke in many public places and office buildings. Do you think this is a good rule or a bad rule? Use specific reasons and details to support your position.

It is sometimes said that borrowing money from a friend can harm or damage the friendship. Do you agree? Why or why not?  Use reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.