You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Many believe that modern technology has brought people together, but others say that it has driven us apart. Discuss both viewpoints and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience. Write at least 250 words.

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In the modern epoch,
advancement
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the advancement
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of modern technology has made things easier for
people
such
as travelling,
communication
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communicating
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and shopping. One section of society believes that
this
advance
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advanced
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technology has united
people
;
however
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however,
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others refute with claim. Both the viewpoints of
this
essay will be discussed before a reasonable conclusion is drawn. Analysing the statement and explaining
further
,
first
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the first
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and foremost reason behind uniting
individual
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individuals
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is
the
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apply
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communication.
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, if one company operates in two different continents, one branch can communicate with
other
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the other
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over
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the microsoft
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microsoft
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Microsoft
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team meeting application.
Furthermore
,
long distance
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friends and family members who want to stay connected with each other using modern gadgets.
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, International students are living far away from home, so
the
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smartphones have made
easier
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it easier
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to connect with their families. Moving towards to second notion of
this
essay, some
people
think that
people
are driven away from each other. The primary reason for
this
is that every individual is busy in their own life and even parents have no time for their kids. To cite an example, nowadays children are getting addicted to
the
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video games, they are not interested in playing outdoor games with others because their parents are busy working
whole
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the whole
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day.
In addition
, social media has made us their slave, which reduces social interaction. In conclusion, both the
view points
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viewpoints
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have
the
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positive and
the
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negative aspects, but in my
opinion
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opinion,
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I concur with the idea that
people
are brought closer to each other with
use
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the use
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of a modern piece of technology.
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task achievement
Your essay addresses both viewpoints on the topic and provides a reasonable conclusion. It demonstrates a good understanding of the topic, but ensure that the introduction clearly states both sides of the argument before delving into examples.
task achievement
Consider providing more specific and varied examples to enrich your essay further, ensuring each point is fully illustrated with a distinct example.
coherence cohesion
Try to enhance coherence by clearly linking each paragraph with the next, ensuring each idea flows into the subsequent one naturally and logically.
coherence cohesion
You have structured the essay well with a clear introduction and conclusion. However, work on enhancing the transitions between main ideas, possibly by outlining causes of disagreement more distinctly in the first supporting paragraph and implications in the second.
task achievement
The essay includes a comprehensive response to the task and covers both viewpoints on the topic.
coherence cohesion
An introduction and conclusion are clearly presented in a structured manner, which adds clarity to your essay.
supported main points
Clear explanations and examples are used to support points, contributing to a logically structured argument.

Your opinion

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Don’t leave your opinion until the conclusion.

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...do you agree or disagree?...do you think...?...your opinion...?

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • Fostering
  • Global connections
  • Isolation
  • Diminished
  • Face-to-face interactions
  • Cultural and geographical divides
  • Paradox
  • Social media
  • Alienating
  • Family dynamics
  • Echo chambers
  • Polarize
  • Marginalized communities
  • Inclusivity
  • Maintaining relationships
  • Evolution of communication
  • Instant messaging
  • Video calls
  • Technological advances
  • Collaboration
  • Remote isolation
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