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Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects.Other people think that,in today's world,subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

The Precedence of Historical modules versus modern subjects in school life as part of learning which was always a hotly debatable topic has become more controversial while copious peoples claim that learning about history should be compulsory in academics while critics argue that teaching about modern science and technology is indeed in the current age.In my opinion, both propositions appear to be more rational.This essay will further elaborate on my views about the trend and its positives and negative impacts and thus will lead to a logical conclusion.
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As the internet becomes more popular, newspapers are becoming a things of the part. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

These days, online media is becoming significant and ubiquitous. It is believed by some people that things as newspapers will turn into things of the past. I completely agree with this statement. The essay will analyse the benefits of the internet and conclude with my own opinion.
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In the past, shopping was a routine domestic task. Many people nowadays regard it as a hobby. To what extent do you think this is a positive trend?

Shopping habits have been changing as there are many opportunities for individuals to buy different products. From our last generation to kids these days, people have fundamentally different purposes for their purchases. In this essay, this approach will be discussed in terms of either positivity or negativity, and more importantly, the positive aspect of this trend will be supported.
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Some people fail in school, but end up being successful in life. Why do you think this is the case? What is the most important thing to succeed in life?

Generally speaking some people did not achieve their grades in school, but ended up being successful in their careers. I believe, that for successful life scores are not important. Managing capability and way of communication are the keys to an excellent career. The below paragraphs will discuss further things to be succeeded in life.
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some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion

It has been observed by many countries that nowadays, a majority of people have a lot of health problems regarding fast food.Therefore they think that the government should put a high price text on these types of cuisine.I would agree with such an opinion to a large extent and the reason for my stand will be elaborated further.
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Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each crime. Others, however, argue that the circumstances of an individual crime, and the motivation for committing it should always be taken into account when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, some believe that we must have fixed punishments for crimes but others reckon that we must pay attention to other factors such as motivation and circumstances. In my opinion, it is best to consider all of the possible variables to decide. In this essay, both views will be discussed.
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The government is spending a lot of money to discover life on other planets. Some people think that government is wasting money and should spend more money addressing the problems of public. To what extend do you agree?

Technology has developed so rapidly that the human species has started considering the possibility of finding suitable planets for colonization in the future. In fact, people are now raising the question of whether the government is spending an unnecessary amount of money on space exploration and research rather than spending it to address the present problems of the public. Though I believe that it is essential to understand space and find signs of other life forms, I do not agree with the fact that it should be given more importance than the problems we have at hand right now.
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Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing(for eg. through cellphone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

In today’s era, the rapid influx of technology-based surveillance pieces of equipment like cellphones and security cameras are being utilized by individuals to monitor other people’s actions without their knowledge.From my standpoint, this essay will elaborate on both the pros and cons of this phenomenon along with justified reasons and suitable instances.
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Consumers are faced with increasing numbers of advertisements from competing companies. To what extent do you think are consumers influenced by advertisements? What measures can be taken to protect them?

In today’s material world, we are inundated with various forms of advertising. In my view, this can be dangerous as it encourages us to spend without thinking and young people, in particular, need some protection from it.
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Many can’t speak or present well in public. Some people think that it is important to speak well in public, so the training should be from school. Do you agree or disagree.

EDUCATION ENHANCES STUDENTS' SOCIAL SKILLS BESIDES SCIENCE KNOWLEDGE. NOWADAYS, SOME PEOPLE ARGUE THAT METHODS AND TRICKS FOR GIVING A FLUENT SPEECH IN FRONT OF THE PUBLIC SHOULD BE ADDED TO THE CURRICULUM. I TOTALLY AGREE WITH THIS STATEMENT AND THIS ESSAY WILL EXPLAIN WHY THIS SKILL IS IMPORTANT IN OUR LIVES AND SHOULD BE TAUGHT WHEN WE ARE YOUNG.
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Nowadays, children have high influence of social media on friends on their lives. Whereas, some people believe that they have higher influence of their parents. Discuss both points and give your opinion.

In recent years, social networking sites are increasing in popularity around the globe. Some people claim that offspring have a higher impact on social news on acquaintances in their lives. While others believe that parents are the most influential individuals in the entire life of an heir. From my point of view, I think that parents of kids are individuals who have a higher influence on modern kids at the present time.
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Nowadays, children have high influence of social media on friends on their lives. Whereas, some people believe that they have higher influence of their parents. Discuss both points and give your opinion.

In recent years, social networking sites are increasing in popularity around the globe. Some people claim that offspring have higher impact on social media on acquaintances on their lives. While others believe that parents are the most influential individuals in the entire life of children. From my point of view, I think that parents of kids are individuals who have higher influence of modern kids at the present time.
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Some say that young people should take a break between school and university to go travelling and learn more about the world. Others say that it is better for them to go straight to university from school, and then go travelling when they have finished their studies. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

In recent years it is becoming more popular among young people to take a gap year between school and university instead of going straight to university until the end of studies. During this gap year, people can go travelling, learn about the world around them and decide which role in this world they would like to take.
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Museums and art galleries should concentrate on local works, not showing the cultures or artworks from other countries. To what extend do you agree?

It is considered that museums and art galleries should focus on local work or products rather than showing other countries' customs or artworks.In my opinion,I slightly agree that it should concentrate only on their country's products.The following cases and examples below will help support my point of view.
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A large number of advertisements nowadays are now targeted at children. Many people say this has negative effects on children and should therefore be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people argued that a huge proportion of advertisements these days are now targeted at young people. And they believe that there are various negative impacts on children that should be prohibited. Personally, I partly disagree with this idea.
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Some people feel that entertainers (e.g film stars, pop musicians or sports stars) are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree? Which other types of jobs should be highly paid?

Certain people opine that individuals in the entertainment industry earn a lot of income. I disagree with that notion because they are only funded according to their performances. On the other hand, I suggest that nurses should be given a higher salary matching their labour.
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School teachers are more responsible for social and intellectual development of student than parents. To what extent do yo agree or disagree?

Whereas some believe that the influence of instructors on both pupils' social and logical improvement is more than their guardians,in my point of view,children can learn from everyone around them.Hence,they both have an equivalent role in nurturing.However,their participating arenas are separately uttered here.
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Some people say that the main environment problem 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.

In the present, humans concern more about environmental problems that affected the existence of humans. Many experts demonstrate the effect and cause of factors that influence deterioration in the environment. Unfortunately, the main factor is human behaviour such as manufactory, inappropriate waste destruction and transportation. In my opinion, there is a more crucial problem which is climate change. In this essay, my idea will be provided about differentiation in weather and creature extinction.
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Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female study in every subject. Do you agree or disagree。

In the present time, equality in getting an education is of utmost importance. It is often believed that the proportion of men and women acceptance rate in each course offered by college officials should be equal. Personally, I am in favour of this notion because by receiving the same level of knowledge, women candidates will get the deserving respect in society as well as the opportunities in the job market for both of them will be fair and equitable.
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Computer games are becoming very popular among children of all ages and nationalities. Parents say they are concerned because these games have little educational value and many harmful effects. Do you agree or disagree?

In recent years, computer games are very widely used by children, internationally. This trend is becoming a concern for parents because they think that gaming infects the younger generation with some detrimental problems like weakening eyesight and sedentary habits. In this essay, I am going to explain why I agree with them.
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