IELTS Writing Task 2 Opinion Topics/Questions 2026

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The list of Task 2 Opinion topics that were added by IELTS student in 2026. These Opinion questions could be repeated from previous months. Keep in mind that the provided Opinion questions are not predictions. The collection of Opinion questions is updated every hour. Choose one of the topics and start practicing answering this type of question to prepare for the IELTS exam and to get a good grade.

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The personal information of many people is held by large internet companies and organisations. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
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These days many people leave their country to work abroad and take their family with them. Do you think benefits of this outweigh disadvantages in terms of family development? ________________________________________
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Public celebrations such as national days etc are held in most countries which is expensive so govt. should not spend money on it and on more useful things. Do you agree or disagree?
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In many countries, it is very easy to apply for and be given a credit card. However, this causes some people to have problems with debts they cannot pay back. Do you think the advantages of credit cards outweigh the disadvantages?
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In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people nad give your opinion.
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The leaders or directors of organisations are often older people. Some people think that young people can also be good leaders. Do you agree or disagree?
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Shops should not be allowed to sell any food or drinks that have been scientifically proven to be bad for people’s health. 🔸 To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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a lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main course of income. unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctry. what are the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world? do you think that benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?
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Some people say that parents should encourage their children to participate in organised group activities in their free time; others say that it is essential for them to learn how to occupy themselves independently. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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Many people say that universities should only offer places to young students with the highest marks, while others say they should accept people of all ages, even if they did not do well at school. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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In the future, the main reason for the going to the shopping malls will be for entertainment, not to shop. Do you agree or disagree?
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A lot of people are attributed to rapid increase in the number of private cars/traffic. Increasing in the price of petrol is the best way to solve the problem of growing traffic and population. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What other measures do you think should be effective?
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First impressions are important. Some people think that doing well in interviews is the key to securing the position. To what extent do you agree?
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Some people think that the government is responsible for looking after the elderly. Others believe that it should be family members. Who do you think should take responsibility?
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Many people think cheap air travel should be encouraged because it gives ordinary people freedom to travel further.Howeverothers think this leads to environmental problems, so air trave should be more expensive in order to discourage people from travelling by air.Discuss both sides an give your own opinion.
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using social media as facebook,twitter is replacing face to face communication in this century. do you think advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
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Today, worldly coronavirus widespread became every nation problem, including education sector and it made many educational officers and experts suggest the government to spend more of its budget on free internet access. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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a local comapny is looking for people to do a part time work . you would like to work at the comapny in summer explain why you want to work there say you why you think you would be suitable for this work give details of when you would be free to work
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erTelevision serves many useful functions. It helps people to relax. Besides, it can also be seen as a companion for lonely people. To what extent do you agree with this? Explain why with your own experience.
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Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels od sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
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Recent advances in medicine have resulted in an increase in life expectancy over the past four years. Do you think that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
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Aircrafts have been increasingly used to transport fruits and vegetables to some countries where plants hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it is a good idea but some people oppose it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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In the past, many people had skills such as making their own clothes, knitting cardigans for the family and doing repairs to things in the house. In many countries nowadays, skills like these are disappearing. Why do you think this change is happening?How far is this situation true in your country? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
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In many countries government are investing new technology to deal with the public. Why this is happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of government money?
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Many wild birds and animals lives in town s and cities . Some people think thatthe wildlife should be protected . Some ghink that they should be removed . Discuss both of view and gives your opinion
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People value the opinions of other collect information from various sources when considering a major purchase. Which of the following do you think has the greatest impoct on their choice of what to buy? recommendations from friends information from magazines reviews from online communities
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Smoking not only harms the smoker, but also those who are nearby. Therefore, smoking should be banned in public places. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
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It is often said “when is Rome, do as the romans do”. Do you think people should adapt and accept the culture of the country they are visit? Do you think it is possible to learn a culture without learning the language?
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Lectures were used to be a way to teach large number of students, but with the technology available for education, there is no longer justification for lectures. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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The news about violent crimes may frighten people or, on the contrary, encourage them to commit a crime. Therefore, some believe that these types of news should not be reported in newspapers or on TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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Some parents are worried about the increasing level of violence in TV, video games and other entertainment for children's leisure. How does this affect the children? How do you think this problem can be tackled
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Should we invent a new language for people from different countries to use for the international communication? Do you think there are more benefits or more problems with it? Explain.
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Some people think it is necessary to use animals to test medicines or products intended for human use. Others, however, criticize this as animal cruelty. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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some people say that main environmental problems of our time are due to lack of some specific species of plants and animals. Other says that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
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many people think that mobile phone should be banned in public places such as libraries, shops and public transport. do you agree or disagree?
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new trchnology and ways of buying and selling are transforming the lives of consumers. to what extand do you agree or disagree with this opinion
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People who read for pleasure in their free time have a better imagination than those who prefer to watch television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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In many traditional societies, caring for the children is only the mother’s responsibility. More recently, some people have argued that the father’s role should be as important as the mother’s role. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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Some people think that the government should invest in teaching science rather than in other subjects for a country development and progress. What extent do you agree or disagree?
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Some people think it’s better to choose friends who always the same opinions as them. Other people believe it’s good to have friends who sometimes disagree with them. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 1-Same opinion a.Happiness b.No Conflict 2-Disagree a.Improvement b.Different opinion, tolerance c.Different viewpoint
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Some people say that shops should sell food products from the local area whenever possible, rather than selling food that has been imported from other countries. Do you agree or disagree?
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In some countries, some people say that government give money to unemployed people on monthly basis. What are the benefits and drawbacks. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taugh to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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Some people believe that governments should pay for healthcare and education, but others disagree with this opinion. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in seperate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. Discuss both these views and give your orn opinion.
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Some people prefer full-time jobs because they offer stability. Other people prefer casual jobs because of the freedom they offer. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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Some people say that what children watch on TV influences their behaviour while others say the amount of time children spend watching TV influences their behavious. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Sport is becoming a business with high income for professionals and more companies have involved in financial investment and in other ways. Do you think it is a positive or negative development ?
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In some areas of the USA, a ‘curfew’ is imposed, in which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion about this?
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The funds for postgraduate research are limited; therefore, some people think that financial support from the government should be provided. However, only scientific research should be funded, rather than other, less useful subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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Some people with a good education and experience in their field move abroad to work. Why do you think that is? What problems does it cause?
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Some people believe that people today have no interest in maintaining traditional culture of their country or region. Others believe that it is still important to people that we preserve a tradition way of life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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Some people say that the avdertisement is extremely sucessful at perduading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that they no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Some people think sport competition creates many trouble while others disagree. Discuss your views and give your opinion
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Some people believe that younger generations can learn a lot about how to be good members of society from older generations. Others think it is better for younger people to get advice on how to be a good citizen from their peers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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In some countries today, there is an attitude that “anyone can do it” in the arts – music, literature, acting, craft, etc. As a result, people with no talent become rich and famous, and genuine talent is not valued and appreciated. Do you agree or disagree?
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Some people believe that a single language should be adopted globally to facilitate international communication and understanding. Others say that this would lead to a loss of culture and identity. Discuss both points of view and give your own opinion. You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
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Life teaches us the lessons and such lessons are the key to success. How far do you agree with this statement and do you think formal education is important or people should rely on their life experiences.
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Some people say that the main environmental probien of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and inciude any relevant examples from your own.
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Some people believe that teenagers should prefer on all school subjects to the subject that they are best at or that they find the most interest. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?q
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Teachers are not as important as they used to be because of the choice of other alternatives for students, such as online teaching. To what extent to do you agree of disagree?
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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? ielts mentor
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In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. do you think this is a positive or negative developmen
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living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowlege or experience.
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Some people believe that it is the responsibility of the government to transport their children to schools. Others say it is the responsibility of the parents to get their children to school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Many people say that we now live in ‘consumer societies’ where money and possessions are given too much importance. Others believe that consumer culture has played a vital role in improving our lives. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Some people think that paying tax is their only duty, while others believe that we have more responsibility towards our society. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
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Topic: Wild animals have no place in the 21st century, so protecting them is a waste of resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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In some countries, marriages are arranged by the parents, but in other cases, people choose their own marriage partner. Discuss and give your own opinion.
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ome people believe that success in sports depends on physical ability. Others believe that there are more important factors. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
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Nowadays, International Tourism is one of the biggest industries in the world. Unfortunately, it creates tension rather than understanding between people from different cultures. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
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Many young people spend their free time in shopping malls. This has negative effects both on society and young people. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
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Scientist and technology experts seem to be more valued by modern society than musicians and artists. To what extent do you agree?
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Some events like ASEAN Children Festival helps countries understand more about customs and tradition. What extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
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Some people say that economic growth is the only way to end hunger and poverty, while other say that economic growth is damaging the environment so it should be stopped. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Some people think that teacher should be responsible for teaching students to judge what is right and wrong so that they can behave well. Others say that teachers should only teach students academic subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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In many countries traditional food is being replaced by international fast food. Some people claim that this has negative effects on both families and societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree 2
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Some people feel that young people face more pressures today than in previous generations. Others think that they have a much easier life than their parents did. To what extent do you agree? Give reasons and examples to support your points.
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Some people believe that the governments should make universities free for all no matter what their financial background is. Do you agree or disagree?
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In some countries, the number of shootings increase because many people have guns at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and example to support your answer.
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In the future all cars, buses and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside thes vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehivles outweigh the disadvantages?
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Some people would say that parents should pay their children for small home duties (cleaning, washing dishes). Other would disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Some studies suggest criminals have a low level of education. For this reason, the best way to reduce crime levels is to educate people in prisons so that they can get a job after they are released from prisons. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
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More and more people want to buy brands with cloths ,cars and other items.What are the reasons? Do you think it is a pisitive or negative development?
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Many people believe that the use of social media in the workplace is a distraction that reduces productivity. Others think it helps employees stay connected and informed. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Some people believe that reading stories from a book is more beneficial for children compared to watching TV or playing computer games. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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Culture is the same around the world. Discuss the reasons and shed some light on whether it is a positive or negative trend and give your opinion.
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The growth of online shopping will one day leasd to all shops in towns and cities closing. Do you agree or disagree?
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Some people say that there is too much harmful content on the internet. They say the only way to make the internet safe is for the government to censor the content of websites. To what extent do you think the government should control what information is available on the internet? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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some people say that advertising is extremely successfull at persuading us to buy things. other peoplr think advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it discuss both views and give your opinion
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some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both veiws and give your opinion.
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N THE MODERN WORLD IT IS NO LONGER NECESSARY TO USE ANIMALS FOR FOOD, CLOTHING OR MEDICINE. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience.
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Some people believe that the government should provide free healthcare for all citizens, while others think individuals should be responsible for their own medical costs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Parents should encourage chuldren to soend less time in studies and more time in physical activities. To what extent do you agree?
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The internet has made traditional libraries unnecessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Discuss giving examples from your own knowledge and experience.
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Cinema attendance in some countries is on the decline. What do you think are the causes of this development and what measures could be taken to solve it?
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Now a days we are producing more and more rubbish. Why do you think this is happening? What can do to reduce the amount of rubbish produced?
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Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement? *Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.*
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“Prevention is better than cure”. Researching and treating disease is too costly so it would be better to invest in preventative measures. To what extent do you agree.
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