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In the last decade, there has been a great increase in global air travel. What do you think are the reasons for this and do you think it is a good thing? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

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last
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years
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 the
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 of
air
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 passengers has increased dramatically. There are a
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 of reasons for
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 increase but
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 some benefits.
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, it has
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 caused some problems with
regards
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 to the environment. There are three main reasons for the growth in
air
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travel
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 and they
are
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reduced costs, more
convenient
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 and an improved network. About the cost, there are now many
buget
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big
 airlines offering
low cost
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 flights.
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 has meant that other airlines lowered their fares in order to
competition
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.
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Also
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people
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 are now able to book their own flights online
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 of through a
travel
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 agent,
ensures
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which ensures
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 that they get the best price.
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 there are more international airports than ever before.
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 means that it is much easier to
travel
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 than it
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 to be. Generally, these changes have been mostly positive for
people
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.
Air
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travel
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 is no longer only for
the
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rich
people
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 and more
people
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 have been offered the chance to experience new cultures and experience new things.
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, more families are able to
travel
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 abroad for holidays than in the past. Despite these benefits for
people
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,
air
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travel
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 has had a negative influence on the environment.
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 is mostly because
air
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 fuel produces a large
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 of greenhouse gasses which in turn cause climate change. In conclusion, it is evident that there are a
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 of reasons for the increase in
air
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travel
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 and that
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 rise has been largely beneficial on an individual level.
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, the environmental impact of
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travel
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 needs careful consideration.

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relevant specific examples
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supported main points
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introduction conclusion present
The essay has a clear and relevant introduction and conclusion, effectively framing the discussion.
logical structure
Logical organization is evident, with paragraphs effectively addressing different aspects of the topic.
complete response
The essay provides a comprehensive response to the task, considering both the reasons for the increase in air travel and its pros and cons.

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  • Paragraph 1 - Introduction
    • Sentence 1 - Background statement
    • Sentence 2 - Detailed background statement
    • Sentence 3 - Thesis
    • Sentence 4 - Outline sentence
  • Paragraph 2 - First supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 3 - Second supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 4 - Conclusion
    • Sentence 1 - Summary
    • Sentence 2 - Restatement of thesis
    • Sentence 3 - Prediction or recommendation

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • Economic growth
  • Disposable income
  • Aviation technology
  • Efficient
  • Proliferation
  • Budget airlines
  • Globalization
  • Tourism
  • Social media
  • Promotional activities
  • Economic development
  • Cultural exchange
  • Environmental impact
  • Carbon emissions
  • Climate change
  • Over-tourism
  • Local resources
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