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Fast food is a part of life in many places and as a result, this leads to bad effects in lifestyle and diet. To what extent do you agree?

There’s no doubt in the fact that fast food industry has become inseparable part of our modern world, and this could lead to negative effects in lifestyle and health conditions. This essay is largely agrees with this view, however highlights other factors which contributes to negative outcomes.

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Many children these days have an unhealthy lifestyle. Both schools and parents are equally responsible for solving this problem. To what extent do you agree with this statement? At least 250 words

In this modern era, the number of children who have an unhealthy lifestyle is drastically increasing. This has become an escalating dilemma that the community must face. From my perspective, I believe that parents and schools are responsible for their children’s lifestyle. Therefore, in this essay, I will discuss this concept and present my point of view.

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Many places people prefer small shops instead of with big shops. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

In modern society, life has changed a great deal, especially in malls. This includes large and small malls. Recently, some people often believe that they should go to large shops. However, others believe that it is a complex issue, which can create many problems. Thus, both views have significant points and reasons. I personally argue that the advantages are stronger than the disadvantages. This assay will provide key information to explore the main topic. Hence, both views have significant points.

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Many people in cities live alone or in small family units instead of with extended family. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?"

In modern society, life has changed a great deal, especially in cities. This includes small family units and large family units. Recently, some people often believe that they should live alone. However, others believe that the opposite idea is a complex issue, which can create many problems. Thus, both views have significant points. I personally argue that the advantages are stronger than the disadvantages. This essay will provide key information to explore the topic.

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Some students choose to work or travel after leaving school and before going to university. Many people, however, say that working experience is more useful in adult life than travel.Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

There are many scholars who decide to take a GAP year in order to travel or gain some work experience before starting their bachelor's. However, there are individuals, who would argue that a job experience would be more beneficial for the future adult life. In my view, neither option is inherently superior, as the benefits of a gap year largely depend on an individual's long-term goals and personal circumstances.

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Many people around the world use social media every day to keep in touch with other people and news events. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, many people use social media to keep in touch with anyone they know , but of course, anything has advantages and disadvantages. So, this essay will describe that.

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The plans below show the site of a farm in 1950 and the same site today. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

The diagram illustrates the changes in the site plan of the Beechwood Farm in 1950 and today.

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Access to clear water is a basic human right. Therefore, every home should have a water supply that is provided free of charge. Do you agree or disagree?

The maps illustrate how the layout of Beechwood Farm has changed between 1950 and the present day.

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Due to the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets in some countries, many small, local business are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local business will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There is no doubt that the closure of local businesses will bring about the death of local communities. However, I do not believe that the development and rapid expansion of supermarkets has made the local businesses unable to compete. This essay will provide evidence to support my point of view.

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Some people think that mothers should spend most of their time raising their family, and therefore the government should support them financially. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that mothers should devote most of their time to raising their kids and receive financial assistance from the authority. From my perspective, I agree with this statement because mothers' role is crucial for children's early development and financial support helps them focus on their children without worrying about financial concerns.

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In today’s world of advanced science and technology, we still greatly value our artists such as musicians, painters, and writers. What can arts tell us about life that science and technology cannot?

In the contemporary era, science and technology are developing at the fastest pace ever seen. However, areas of art like music, painting, or writing still hold a vital role in the development of humanity. Unlike science and technology, art can teach us the necessity of emotions and moral lessons, so it is also important in its own way.

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Some countries achieve international sporting success by building specialised facilities that are used only to train top athletes, instead of providing sports facilities that everyone can use. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

In many countries, the distribution of specialised sports facilities between top athletes and ordinary individuals is unequal. While providing special facilities for the use of successful athletes is available in certain instances. I believe that prioritising professional athletes at the expense of the general public would make the development largely undesirable.

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In a number of countries, some people thin k it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, manufacturing and transporting resources are one of the main types of income for government's economy. Due to that, this statement is becoming more common among people, and the new view that the largest part of the economy should be spent on constructing new railways is gaining popularity. However, the others believe that improving public transport is more necessary for residents. I partly agree with both thoughts, because both can fix ecological issues and are advantageous for many individuals.

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Robots and AI are being developed to replace humans in the workplace. Why is this happen? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on society?

In this modern era, robots and artificial intelligence are being implemented to make our life easier, especially in workplaces where technology can be used in order to boost productivity and improve efficiency. The main reason behind this new scenario is the convenience and adaptability that these modern tools offer to the marketplace and companies. I am of the opinion that this new trend is definitley a positive development since AI and robots have an unlimited potential to coordinate complex processes and increase productivity.

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Some people say that music is the good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree woth tis opinion?

Music and melodies are very important ways to be revived, friendly and easy-going. People usually like to have a partner in wedding dances and parties while listening to specific songs. I strongly agree with this point that people get closer to each other while having a similar taste in beats.

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In the past, when students did a , they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad? Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

More and more people think that studying abroad is better than studying in their home country due to the new society it provides, while others may disagree with this view. From my perspective, the pros outweigh the cons for one main reason.

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Some people believe that university education should be free for everyone, regardless of their financial background. Others argue that students should pay for their own education. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

A large number of people are in favour of free University education without considering the financial situation of the person. Whereas others believe that education should be paid for. This essay, in the upcoming paragraphs, will discuss both views with appropriate examples as well as my personal opinion.

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People’s lives are now surrounded by advertisements. This affects what people consider important and has a negative impact on people’s lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, advertisements are everywhere where people go: in shopping malls, supermarkets, subways and even inside laptops. There is a common belief that this influences people in a bad way, as they tend to change their opinion about their own values, paying for things that are unnecessary for them. While I believe that many marketers live from advertisements and without them we wouldn't know about new technologies, goods and industries, I tend to believe that ads can be harmful, especially for people who do not have critical thinking.

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Smoking is a major cause of serious illness and death throughout the world today. In the interest of public health, governments should ban cigarettes and other tobacco products. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Due to the great number of consequences that cigarettes and tobacco products can cause, smoking has become a life-threatening habit that many believe should be banned. I am of the opinion that a total elimination of tobacco supplies can bring several benefits; however, the government should consider its drawbacks as well.

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Some people believe that public transport should be free for everyone. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, a new topic has arisen in our society: some people believe that public transport should be free for everyone. I agree that public transport should be free, but with some limits, because some people have low wages while others have high incomes.

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