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Some people believed that entertainers are more important than scientists. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

In recent decades, many researches have studied the importance of entertainers. Indeed, to my mind, there is now convincing evidence that entertainers play a significant role than scientists. In this essay, I shall examine how research in increasing the happiness of the public and reflecting the problems related to the community in a sarcastic manner supports this view.
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Some organizations believe that their employees should dress smartly. Others value quality of work above appearance. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

“First impression is the last impression”, a proverb used to describe the importance of physical appearance, hence many organizations lay emphasis on attire while others focus on the quality of work. In my opinion, it is specific to the industry and the importance of attire might vary from one job to another. This essay will discuss both the views and conclude by suggesting the best option.

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Most scientific inventions and discoveries are worthless and only waste time and money resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.

We used to live in a place with many unknowns. All aspects of human life have alleviated and has assisted us with the help of science and innovations. While there are others who see investing in research and development in the region of science is a waste. I completely disagree with this and strongly believe, that this is critical to the sustainability of the mankind as well as the existence of our planet.
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Some people say that parents should places restrictions on the hours their children spend watching TV and playing computer games, and encourage them to spend this time reading books instead. Do you agree or disagree?

More often than not, the adolescent’s body and mind development are of paramount significance for their parents. It is proposed that children should be motivated to spend their time reading books rather than watching television and playing games on computer systems. I do not support this point of view as discouraging their contact from electronic gadgets would be healthy and reading books could possibly inculcate focus.
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Some people believe that watching big events like sports and the Olympics on TV encourage adults to exercise regularly. While others disagree that there are other effective ways of getting them to exercise.Discuss both views and give your opinion

Recently, the discuss on the way to promote exercise has become heated. Some people believe that watching the big event might be the best way while the others don't. I think both of the view are all reasonable while I am more all for the second viewpoint.
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News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to print in newspapers. What factors do you think influence these decisions? Do we become used to bad news, and would it be better if more good news was reported?

Although it is true that editors have to make difficult decisions about which news stories they broadcast or publish, and their choices are no doubt influenced by a variety of factors. In my opinion, we are exposed to too much bad news, and I would welcome a greater emphasis on good news.
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Some people think that a sense of competition should be encouraged in children. Others believe that children who are taught to cooperate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, it has become a debatable topic in the society that children should be taught to be competitive or cooperative. However, while some think that they should be cooperative which will enable them good citizen in the future, I agree with those who feel that they should be competitive.
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Some people consider price as most important thing to buy product (such as cell phone) or service (e.g. medical treatment). Do you agree or disagree?

What is the most important factor while buying a product or service? Some individuals think that price is the most important factor to consider when buying any goods or services. This essay disagrees with the argument, and will discuss why it is not so important and there are other factors like the budget and value for money the customer has in mind.
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Many people believe that social networking sites (such as Facebook) have had a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree ?

I totally disagree with this view. As far as I am concerned, the benefits the social networking sites bring to us is more than the negative impacts
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Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

Some would argue that a single sex education system is the best to educate boys and girls, while others say that it is more advantageous for students if they study at a unisex education system. Although boys and girls who educate in separate schools can focus more on their studies, I believe mixed schools are more beneficial as it prepares children to face the real world.
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The internet has greatly increased our access to information. To what extent do you think this is a good thing? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experienc

This topic highlights a controversial topic and widespread phenomenon that the advent of internet has gradually prompted the exposure to vast quantities of information among citizens of the civilized world. Personally, I am of the opinion that this is definitely a positive trend.
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Some governments spend a lot of money on exploring space. Some feel that this investment is justified while others think that money should be spent on public services like health care and education. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In recent years, governments are spending hefty amounts on space exploration. Although many say that this is an essential expenditure governments should bear, others feel that a government’s budget must be utilized for public’s basic requirements. In this essay further, both the views will be examined and explanation to agree with the ceasing of funds on space research will be provided.
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Some people think that the best way to solve global environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Environmental pollution has been a major concern in today’s society, and to mitigate this problem some people argued that the best way to solve the global environmental issues is to raise the price of oil to deal with the problem. While I believe that it may help to improve the environment matter to a certain extent, other steps are essential to face the issue.
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A lot of people have become dependent on technology as it plays a big role in our daily lives. Do you agree that living in computer age has more advantages than disadvantages? Describe the positive and negative impacts of technology on our lives and give your opinion.

Nowadays, technology took the attention all over the world, While some people believe that it is vital in our daily life. In my opinion, I agree that living in a computer age has more positives rather than the negatives. This essay will discuss both sides of the argument.
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Wealthy nations should assist poorer countries with humanitarian rilef during natural disaster.Do you agree or disagree?

The developed nations must provide humanitarian relief to the underdeveloped nations during the times of natural disasters. I completely agree with this statement because of two reasons, first, it is an act of humanity to help the needy and second, wealthy nations are economically sound so they can assist the poorer nations.
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Many products that we buy are made in other countries. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this and give your own opinion.

It is observed that most of the items such as food, electronic devices and so on that we purchase are invented in other nations. While it helps to develop international business with those countries, I believe that it results in the devastation of local traders.
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In many countries teenagers are encouraged to do part time jobs. What's the situation like in your country? What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of doing part time jobs

Fragmented hour jobs which are pursed younger generations in a wide range of countries, so is my country are becoming common to a great deal of teens. In my opinion, despite having some drawbacks of part time working, few hours works by growing adolescents have a multiplicity of conveniences.
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1. Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.

Earning a high income through the professionals of successful sports is a great chance for some people, while others argue that it is not justified compared to other occupations. In this essay, both very topical debates would be investigated as well as a deep reason.
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3. Nowadays, most countries improve the standard of living through economic development. But some social values are lost as a result. Do you think the advantages of the phenomenon outweigh the disadvantages?

Improving the standard living based on the economic development is going to be popular in majority countries, which leads to loss of social values. However, some light on its benefits and drawbacks on economic advancement would be discussed in this essay.
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It is often said that governments spend too much money on projects to protect wildlife, while there are other problems that are more important? Do you agree or disagree?

Governments are often found spending vastly on preserving wildlife, while there are other concerning issues that need immediate attention. I would agree with the argument that there are other critical matters to be addressed other than wildlife protection.
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