Some people think it is better to have friends who always have the same opinion. Others believe it is good to have friends who sometimes disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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There are people who say it's a desirable thing to have friends who share the same views while others say it's best to have friends who sometimes have a different take on issues. In my opinion

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I believe that while it is good to have friends who have the same base opinions, it is

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key that they are not afraid to challenge us when we are wrong. On

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hand

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those who say friends should always have the same views have

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notion supported by the adage that says Birds of

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a feather flock

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together". It can be awesome to have friends you do not always have to argue with because you share similar takes on issues.

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, a section of the population

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has also said

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said that it is more desirable to have friends who are not afraid to take

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up on

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's views. An example of

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would be a group of friends who typically debate on issues and as

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create a robust conversation where all parties can learn something new. My

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is that

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it is good to have friends with similar basic values, norms and

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it is

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important that these friends are people who are not afraid to disagree when

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is wrong or when they have a contrary idea. An example of

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is a group of friends who may disagree on the severity of punishment meted out to a rapist despite the fact that they all agree that rape is a gruesome crime. In a

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is my belief that the best friendships are the type where I individuals do not shy away from disagreeing even though they share the same values.

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Sentence 3 - Thesis
Sentence 4 - Outline sentence

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Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
Sentence 2 - Example
Sentence 3 - Discussion
Sentence 4 - Conclusion

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Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
Sentence 2 - Example
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Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 4.0

Logical structure

Introduction & conclusion present

Supported main points

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 4.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 4.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 4.0

Complete response

Clear & comprehensive ideas

Relevant & specific examples

Appropriate word count

5 paragraphs

290 words

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Topic Vocabulary:

bond
support
unconditional love
shared values
mutual understanding
trust
emotional well-being
interdependence
societal norms
companionship
loyalty
advice
experiences
mentorship
trustworthy
reliable
reliable
cherish
strengthen
deepen
attach importance to
prioritize

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Some people think it is better to have friends who always have the same opinion. Others believe it is good to have friends who sometimes disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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