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In the modern world, it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via the Internet and live without ant face-to- face contact with others. Is this a positive or negative development in your opinion?

According to the prompt, in the twentieth century with the advancement in technology, people can perform their daily activities such as shopping, and working in a multinational company via the Internet without any face-to-face human contact. In my opinion, this is mostly a positive development for two reasons. However, there is one drawback that will be discussed.
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•In large cities, the issue of overpopulation has been a significant cause of concern which leads to a lack of jobs and traffic congestion. What is the cause of this? How can government help in solving this problem?

Nowadays, overcrowding is becoming a more necessary problem in urban places than ever before leading to serious infrastructure and unemployment issues. The reasons for the problems are the lack of development from authorities in cities and the original number of residents in them. This issue can be solved by opting for some measures.
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The best way for a government to prepare for the future is to invest in young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people argue that the government's contribution to the young generation is the best preparation for the future. I totally agree, and my view will be explained in this essay.
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Many people aspire to a balance between work and other parts of their lives, but few achieve it. What are the problems in trying to achieve this and how can these problems be overcome?

Working is an essential part of human life, however, sometimes it can be overwhelming and consumes a huge portion of our time a day. Thus, in this day and age, many people are craving a balance between their job and their private life, though only a few can achieve it. In the following essay, I'm going to discuss the problems of pursuing this state and the solutions to overcome such difficulties.
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Overpopulation in the world is a major problem. What are the causes and how can this problem be solved?

The skyrocketing population growth at an alarming rate has become a major conundrum in the world. This issue stems from various implicit reasons and requires a comprehensive method to solve.
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Today there is a great increase in antisocial personal behavior such as committing a crime. What are the causes of this? Who should be responsible for this problem? (crime)

It is believed that the hotly debated topic of increasing sighting of anti-social behaviour in the form of committing crimes in recent years. In this discussion, I will give my opinion on the causes of this phenomenon and the culprit behind this crime.
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Both government investment in public transport systems and reductions in public transport ticket prices will help to reduce transport pollution greatly. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

In the past decades, society members often preferred to use their private vehicles which has caused a great amount of air pollution in a number of countries. Some argue that governments should invest more in public transportation systems and decrease ticket prices in order to reduce pollution, which I do agree with.
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Fast food is a very common type of food in the modern world, but some people believe that it has a negative impact on health and lifestyle. Do you agree with this statement?

Nowadays, it is becoming more and more popular to buy fast food. Nevertheless, some people consider that it has a harmful influence on humans’ lives in terms of their health and fitness. I strongly agree with this statement and, in this essay, I am going to prove my viewpoint with several arguments.
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Technology is becoming increasingly prevalent in the world today. In the not too distant future, technology will comletely replace the teacher in the classroom. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

The use of technology is increasing rapidly in the modern world. Growing technological influence can even seen in the classroom. Despite this, I disagree that machinery will completely replace human teachers in the foreseeable future. Analysing the inability of an automation-driven teacher to both cater to student learning needs and instil motivation will show this.
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Television has diminished the free time of people. It can make people lazy and not socialize with others. Do you agree or disagree?

One of the most conspicuous trends in today's world is a box. Some nation believes that TV set is stopping society from socializing with fellow neighbours. On the other hand, others argue that video can connect folk with the virtual world through interactive programs. As such, there are both merits and demerits to this trend. In my view, I strongly agree that watching station is killing our leisure time and it leads to laziness.
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The most important aim of science should be to improve peoples lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.

It is an undeniable fact that technology keeps on advancing these days and it has brought about a lot of changes in our lives. Over the past decades, there has been a massive improvement in people's health, their means of transportation and their communications as well. While others oppose this notion , I strongly agree with the fact that scientists should aim at improving the lives of individuals.
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In the modern world, people are wearing traditional clothes less and less often and more often the same. Some people consider this a bad trend. Do you agree with this?

Nowadays, due to the fact that traditions and culture are not as important as they were before, nations are becoming more and more similar in terms of clothes. Some people consider that it is a bad tendency and something which is related to this should be changed. In my way of thinking, it is an inevitable part of today’s world, however, I strongly believe that society should respect its history and it may have negative consequences in the future , in this essay, I am going to prove my viewpoint with several arguments.
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Essay topics: more and more measures to improve the security in the urban area have been introduced because of the increased crime. Do the benefits of the measures outweigh the drawbacks ?

The government has implemented several initiatives to improve the security in the urban areas due to the increased crime. Each initiative comes with its own advantages and disadvantages. This essay will list the benefits and discuss if they outweigh the drawbacks.
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Some believe technology has made our lives too complex and the solution is to lead simpler life without technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It has been argued that technology has significantly complicated our lives and that the solution lies in embracing a simpler, technology-free lifestyle. While some find merit in this perspective, I firmly disagree. I believe that the challenges posed by technology can be overcome through the effective use of gadgets and machines, making our lives not only simpler but also more efficient.
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Sugary drinks should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree.

Carbonated drinks have become extremely popular these days, which leads to detrimental impacts on people's health and well-being. Hence, there is an opinion that imposing higher prices on sugar beverages will deter consumers from purchasing them. I agree with this statement, as I think that if these drinks are expensive, individuals will focus more on other expenses and healthy alternatives.
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44.In some countries people spend long hours at work. Why does this happen? Is it positive or negative development?

It has been increasingly common for people in several countries to spend the majority of their days at the workplace. In this essay, I will explore some potential reasons behind this trend and explain why it is a negative approach.
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In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impacts of aging population

The ageing population has escalated in some industrialized nations, leading to many adverse ramifications for individuals and society. This issue could be solved by applying a multifaceted approach.
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Before students go to college, some students are encouraged to work or travel for a year, known as the gap year. Do you think this is a good idea?

Nowadays, many youngsters are given a chance to roam around the world or have a decent job before they enter university.This offers them the opportunity to immerse themselves in real-life situations. However, there are pros and cons in deciding to do this. This essay will discuss why I do not agree with the above notion and some of the reasons.
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Technology is being used more and more in education. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages.

The use of technology is increased in the schools and universities. This phenomenon provides advantages including easy access to information and enables us to learn at our own pace. However, it also causes us to rely on electronic devices and lose communication skills, which are the disadvantages.
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Some people feel that the private lives of celebrities should not be openly shared by the media. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There is currently a contentious argument over whether the mass media should deliver information regarding the private lives of famous people. In my opinion, I strongly agree with this notion and my opinion will be discussed in the following paragraphs with a suitable conclusion.
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