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Some people believe that in the future, environmental problems will mean that we are unable to live on this planet. In order to survive, the human species will need to find another planet that can support life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Some humans think that in the far
coming
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future
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years
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 the environmental
problems
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 will evolve so much that it will lead to the Earth being uninhabitable, and we will have to find an alternative
planet
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.
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 it is a scary opinion, I agree with it. A study showed that the number of environmental
problems
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 is rising by 26 per cent every year, which will lead to a dead
planet
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. The humans will either become extinct or they will have to find another
planet
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 to live on.
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 is a very dangerous and worrying study. Mankind should take a serious move to solve
this
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 problem , or they will all
be dead
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. The three top countries with the most damage done to the environment are the US, Germany, and France. Penalties should be imposed on35 these states, that alone would make them reduce their harm to the environment immediately. In order to decrease the amount of environmental damage, we will need to take fast action.
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, another study that was held in Saudi Arabia illustrated that
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 simple steps could reduce the
problems
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 significantly. And the steps are using electric cars, stop using petrol and rely on renewable energy, recycle all the waste, and reduce the usage of greenhouse gases.
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 will lead to a safer and more inhabitable
planet
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. In conclusion, they are correct. Plans should be
held
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made
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 to help the Earth
or
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, or
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 else the
problems
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 will destroy our
planet
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 , and we will all be dead. Easy steps like recycling, stopping the use of petrol, and relying on renewable energy will lead to a safer
planet
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.

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Task Response
Your introduction states your opinion clearly, but it could be more detailed. Add a brief overview of the main points you will discuss.
Coherence and Cohesion
Make sure each paragraph has a clear main idea. Try to connect your points more clearly with linking words like 'firstly', 'secondly', and 'finally'.
Task Response
Provide more specific examples and explanations for your points. For instance, elaborate on the studies you mention to make your argument stronger.
Task Achievement
You have a clear opinion and you support it throughout the essay, which is good for task response.
Coherence and Cohesion
Your conclusion summarizes your main points well, reinforcing your argument.

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To get an excellent score in the IELTS Task 2 writing section, one of the easiest and most effective tips is structuring your writing in the most solid format. A great argument essay structure may be divided to four paragraphs, in which comprises of four sentences (excluding the conclusion paragraph, which comprises of three sentences).

For we to consider an essay structure a great one, it should be looking like this:

  • 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

Our recommended essay structure above comprises of fifteen (15) sentences, which will make your essay approximately 250 to 275 words.

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • environmental degradation
  • sustainable development
  • renewable energy
  • carbon footprint
  • biodiversity loss
  • climate change
  • greenhouse gases
  • deforestation
  • pollution
  • habitable planets
  • space colonization
  • terraforming
  • ethical dilemmas
  • resource allocation
  • technological advancements
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