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Many people today use their phones for sending texts more than talking. What are the reasons for this? Are there more advantages than disadvantages?

There is no denying that smartphones have changed our mode to communicate with each other. Nowadays individuals tend to text more than making calls. Some experts say this type of communication is not appropriate because it is very manipulated. Others say is more practical and less expensive. I tend to agree to the latter. From my standpoint, this recent technology brought us a faster way to talk to others.
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Some people think it’s better to choose friends who always have the same opinions as them. Other people believe it’s good to have friends who sometimes disagree with them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

It is often considered by some folks that it’s significant to have friends who always share similar opinie as theirs. However, on the other hand, some people think that the opposite is good. I support the latter point of view, as it makes our thought process much wider. As a matter of fact, this essay will discuss both these views and will provide arguments to support the perception which I carry.
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In some countries,owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people.why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?

It is widely believed by citizens of some nations that purchasing a house is more valuable than renting a place for accommodation. The most conspicuous factor contributing to this matter would be that it is a reliable investment in some areas. Also, I find this issue a beneficial practice to secure money.
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In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is positive or negative situation?

It is widely believed by some nations that purchasing an apartment is more valuable than renting a place for accommodation. The most conspicuous factor contributing to this matter would be that it is a reliable investment in some areas. Also, I find this issue a beneficial practice to secure money.
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There seems to be an increasing number of serious crimes committed each year. While some think the best way is to use death penalty as a deterrent, many people believe that other measures will be needed. Discuss both sides and share your opinion.

In recent years, heinous crimes are a rising concern in many nations. Although few individuals believe that capital punishment is the way forward, I do not concur with it and in the essay, I will provide my point of view with examples.
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A person's worth nowadays seems to be judged according to social status and material possessions. Old fashioned values, such as honour, kindness and trust, no longer seem important. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Pupils in today's day and age are judged basis their social stature and the things they own which have led to older values being considered unimportant. This essay will discuss why I entirely agree with the notion that this generation is evaluated by the kind of friends they have and the things they own.
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Some people argue that we should do research into their family history. Others, agree with the view that we should focus on the present and future generations. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Researching family background or focusing on the present/future generations is a debatable question. While some people find it useful to understand the background behind an individual, others may think that a person isn't necessarily related to their parents. Whether this question could be answered or not, it is hard to say, but I support the opinion that we should examine each situation separately. This essay will show both views of this debate and state the final opinion over the arguments provided.
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Many museums charge a fee while others not. Do you think the advantages of that outweigh the disadvantages.

These days, a large number of museums are asking for payment whereas others give free access to visitors. there are conspicuous cons but pros can not be neglected.
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With a growing work population one of the most pressing issues is that of feeding such a larger number of people. some people think that GM foods offer a viable solution to this problem. To what extent do you agree or siagree?

Overpopulation is a serious issue in all the countries as the locally produced food is not enough to feed them, and many are suggesting GM foods to improve food production. But, others stating that they bring more harm only as popular diseases such as diabetics, cancer and others are triggered by them. Moreover, in these foods, the number of good nutrients received by humans early are declined. In my opinion, GM foods are not good for human well-being.
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Some people think that there are things individuals can do to help prevent global climate change. Others believe that action by individuals is useless and irrelevant and that it is only governments and large businesses which can make a difference. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Since the industrial revolution due to the high emission of carbon gases, the greenhouse effects have been increasing, which leads to global warming. Some people believe that each person as an individual should work to prevent environmental problems. While others believe that it is the government and industries responsibility to combat climate change. In my opinion, all parts are responsible to prevent environmental issues and in this essay, I will suggest some practice which the governments, global companies and the individuals could do to prevent global warming.
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Some people say that supermarkets and manufacturers have a responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging on products they sell. Others believe that it is the consumer’s responsibility to avoid buying products that involve a lot of packaging. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people opine that supermarkets and producers should decrease the packaging prices on their products. Some think that it is the customer's duty that he should only sell those goods that are available at less packaging price. This essay will discuss both views and support the former opinion by giving some relevant facts.
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The money spent by governments on space programs would be better spent on vital public services such as schools and hospitals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, it is essential governments boost the development of renewable energy to reduce or replace nonrenewable resources such as petroleum and its derivatives. I am strongly convinced the search for alternative eco-friendly resources should be an international priority. Not only might this change mitigate global warming, but this might drop the prices of energy resources as well.
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Write an essay of about 250 words to answer the following questions. Give reasons and include any relevant examples to support your answer. Too much emphasis is placed on testing these days. The need to prepare for tests and examinations is a restriction on teachers and also exerts unnecessary pressure on young learners. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The educational system has accentuated the purposes of examination in the globalization era. However, some disregard the modern role of testing and believe it is being overemphasized, thereby constraining educators’ abilities and mentally affecting students. From my perspective, tests represent a significant function in education and its repercussions are exploitable.
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Countries around the world will be facing significant challenges relating not only to the environment, but population and education as well. What problems will your country face in the next ten years? How can these problems be overcome? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In the contemporary world, There are many challenges that have been facing in the world such as environment, population, Education and so on. I will elaborate on those factors in the following essay.
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In a number of countries, some people think it’s 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 opinion.

Whether it is in regards to spending funds on building new railway lines for superfast trains or upgrading the prevailing public transportation, people have opposing views. However, I support the latter view as it may benefit the environment in the long run.
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People nowadays get married and give birth to younger ones in their thirties rather than in mid-twenties. Which do you agree with? give specific reasons for your answer.

Getting married and giving birth to younger ones is a crucial part of life. A population stratum of society believes that giving birth to younger ones in their thirties is a mature decision. However, in its sharp contrast, others find that having a child in the early phase may be beneficial. In this essay, I would like to delve into both arguments before forming an opinion.
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The gap between the rich and the poor has been enlarged in recent years. What are the causes and solutions for this problem?

Every society is divided into two classes that are rich and poor class. In modern times, the gap between these classes is expanded. There are numerous reasons behind it, but with proper solutions, this gap can be subsided. This essay will discuss the causes of this problem and give solutions to solve this issue.
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Task 2: [23/07/2020] Some people think that schools should choose students according to their academic abilities, while others think it is better to have students of different abilities studying together. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

The debate over the selection of whether arranging different students with the same abilities, studying together or separating them to academic abilities has gained a great deal of intense public and personal interest. Personally, I believe that streaming students bring a myriad benefits to teachers as well as students themselves.
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Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

These days, choosing the best subjects to study is the significant criteria, in order to get a job and for the better life. While some people believe that the students should select their courses according to the job scope and future benefits, others opine that the students ought to allow to study their favourite course. I firmly believe that the latter is beneficial for the students bright life.
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Some people believe that we cannot learn anything from the past for our life today, while others believe that history is valuable source of information to understand human's life. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

A few pupils belief revolves around the thought that there's nothing kept in history that we can learn from, on the other hand another group of people trust that history is a precious asset which one can utilise to understand human life. This essay will discuss both sides of the argument and give substantial reasons why I believe that lessons learnt from the past are still valuable in todays day and age.
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