Many people believe that it is easier to have a healthy lifeystyle in the countryside. Others believe that there are more health benefits to living in cities. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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There is a debate over where it is easier to lead a healthy lifestyle.

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some think that urban

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is better in terms of

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, I agree with those who argue that country

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is more conducive to keeping good

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. The argument that urban areas make it easier for their residents to be healthy holds some merit. Cities boast not only the latest medical equipment but

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the most qualified doctors. The former is important for swift and correct diagnosis of the medical condition and

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its treatment

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the latter abound in cities for mostly financial and career reasons. None of these factors holds true for rural areas since the equipment is usually too old or doesn’t exist and medical professionals are in short supply. Perhaps not as important, but urban areas are

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home to fitness facilities where urban dwellers can engage in various structured physical activities

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as regularly training in the gyms or doing CrossFit or other similar physical pursuits, which are not available in the countryside. Despite these arguments, I believe that rural

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is synonymous with a healthy lifestyle for two main reasons. Chief among them is better quality of air, food and water

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the absence of traffic, harmful farming practices, and industries. Rural people enjoy these in better quality

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their city counterparts have them in poor quality and

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are more likely to suffer from various diseases, ranging from respiratory ones to cancer.

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, rural

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is less stressful because of a relaxed pace of

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city dwellers often find themselves in stressful circumstances

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as having to be stuck in traffic jams or lines for hours on end, or having their privacy violated. With stress being a main predictor of compromised

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, those living in the countryside tend to be in better

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. In conclusion, access to better healthcare is the standout benefit of living in the city in terms of

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, the benefits of living in a rural area for

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are greater because people enjoy fresher air, water and produce and a slower pace of

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Consider expanding on some of the points for even greater clarity, such as how exactly rural life contributes to mental health. Providing more specific examples or evidence could strengthen arguments further.

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Work on transitions between some sections for smoother flow. Ensure that all parts of the essay are logically connected.

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The essay provides a balanced discussion of both perspectives.

coherence cohesion

The introduction and conclusion clearly frame the discussion and provide a coherent argument.

Support ideas with relevant, specific examples

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Examples, if used properly, not only help you get higher marks for ‘Task Response’ but also for ‘Coherence’.

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Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 5.0

Logical structure

Introduction & conclusion present

Supported main points

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 7.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 9.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 7.0

Complete response

Clear & comprehensive ideas

Relevant & specific examples

Appropriate word count

5 paragraphs

353 words

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Many people believe that it is easier to have a healthy lifeystyle in the countryside. Others believe that there are more health benefits to living in cities. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Support ideas with relevant, specific examples

6. International tourism has led to an huge increase in the number of visitors to many historical sites around the world. To what extent is this a positive or negative phenomenon?

The rapid advancement of technology has significantly transformed various aspects of our lives. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this technological progress, and how can individuals and societies adapt to these changes?

Some people believe that the experience children have before they go to school will have the greatest effect on their future life. Others argue that experiences gained when they are teenagers have a bigger influence. Discuss both views and give your opinions.

In the future, nobody will buy printed newspaper or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?