In some parts of the world it is becoming popular to research the history of one's own family. Why might people want to do this? IS it a positive or negative development?

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Tracing one's family origin and history is becoming a trend in various parts
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the world. In my opinion, people do
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in order to learn more about where they came from so that they will have an insight
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their past. I think
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is a good development because it will make individuals appreciate their past and it will
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make them aware of what disease they are more at risk. Everyone has a unique genetic composition;
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, in a
family
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there is a common predisposition to a disease. Some people like to invest money in the detection of their
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hereditary
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so that they can prevent it.
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why DNA checking has
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a trend because it detects possible diseases that a person can develop in the future.
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test is usually done by submitting a DNA sample, which will be studied in a lab. Once the result is out, the origin, genetics, and possible diseases will be indicated.
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, a Swedish celebrity underwent the exam and he found out that he was at risk of cardiac arrest.
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, in the past few centuries, in human
history
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there
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been
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numerous
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transipired
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transpired
. Families were separated by wars, natural disasters, slavery, and job
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opportunities
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no communication between family
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members
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individuals not knowing where their family came from or what their identity truly
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, in the 17th century, many Africans were transported to the USA to become slaves.
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massive human exploitation has
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to a huge population of black
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in several states and most of them have no idea of their origin.
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, tracing one's
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is important because it gives people
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glimpse
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the health conditions that they are more at risk
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, It is
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important since it gives a person a sense of identity.
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coherence cohesion
The introduction lacks a clear rephrasing of the prompt and a thesis statement. The conclusion is not strong and does not summarize the main points effectively. The essay lacks a clear progression of ideas and linking devices.
task achievement
The essay only partially addresses the prompt and lacks a clear position on whether the trend is positive or negative. The ideas are not fully developed and there is a lack of relevant examples to support the points made.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • Genealogy
  • Heritage
  • Ancestry
  • Lineage
  • Descendants
  • Forebears
  • Pedigree
  • Dynasty
  • Progenitors
  • Ethnicity
  • Genetic predisposition
  • Familial ties
  • Archival records
  • Hereditary
  • Kinship
  • Self-identity
  • Patriarchy/Matriarchy
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