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 a negative development?

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a big role in world development
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the relocation
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of a lot of people to the cities area.
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,
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movement has some drawbacks in
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the countrysides
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, indicating a simultaneous increase in urban populations and a decrease in rural populations. Some conservative people tend to assert that urban development has no positive facets. It causes a lack of workforce at farms,
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it can lead to
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of natural products and price
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experts discuss a consistent upward trend contributing to overpopulation in urban areas.
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creates some challenges like increased congestion, environmental issues and
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on urban resources.
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a great example could be New York City -
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overpopulated place with various challenges.
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, there are some ecological problems like poor air and water quality, lack of green space and,
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there is a tough rent situation. On another hand,
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think, there is a huge plus in moving
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the population
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from the villages to the cities.
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, humans gain
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quality of life
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as improved access to education and health care. I have a friend who recently moved to the city, and thanks to that relocation, he is able to receive full medical care support to treat his diabetes.
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, urban migrants start to have a vast range of opportunities for skill development, networking, and realizing their aspirations, offering a transformative journey for those seeking a better life.
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, Karl Lagerfeld gained access to the high fashion world, he worked at the fashion houses like Chanel, Fendi and Chloe. Thanks to
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opportunities he found in Paris, he managed to build his career only after moving to Paris from his native small town. Individuals who once had limited options in their hometowns might now explore careers in technology, entrepreneurship, or the arts. In conclusion, rural-to-urban migration has both positive and negative impacts, but I firmly believe
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situation is mostly beneficial.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • rural-to-urban migration
  • population shift
  • positive impact
  • negative impact
  • urbanization
  • job opportunities
  • access to education
  • access to healthcare
  • urban infrastructure
  • rural traditions
  • cultural heritage
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