When we meet someone for the first time, we generally decide very quickly what kind of person we think they are and if we like them or not. Is this a good thing or a bad thing? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

There is no denying the fact that sometimes we create some

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expectations

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people

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it is a commonly held belief that it is good to

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form

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certain views about individuals we have just met, there is

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an argument that opposes it. In my opinion, forming specific ideas about

people

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we met recently is wrong.

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with, deciding if we like someone or not

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time we see them can be

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unfair and unwise mindset.

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, in order to make an assumption about

somebody

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somebody,

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we need to collect data

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and observe their behaviours

overtime

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to at least make a just and final decision about them.

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, we should keep in mind that whenever we form some perception

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anyone, we might be completely wrong.

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, a study by Harvard University illustrated that

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judgments are wrong 80% of the time. Another point to consider is that

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approach might prevent the creation of good friendships. In simple words, if someone has a scar on their face and we decide that they are a dangerous person,

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might lead to not

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good, true friends, as we keep judging

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based on their

apperances

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appearances

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, reversing the scenario makes us rethink our judgments.

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, if

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approach is done to us, we are more likely to feel furious and disturbed. In conclusion, despite

people

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having different views, I firmly believe that we should stop viewing individuals

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way.

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perceptions can be inaccurate, take time to form, and may cause missing opportunities to make great friends.

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task response

Be very clear about your view in the first paragraph, then give two strong, well‑linked reasons.

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Use facts that can be checked or clearly stated ideas. If you name a study, make sure it is a real or common example.

coherence

Use link words to connect ideas in order. Words like first, next, and also help the flow.

coherence

In each paragraph, speak on one main idea and add a short example to back it up.

language

Check spelling and form. Overtime should be over time. Appearances is the right word here.

language

Use simple words and short sentences for easy reading.

content

The essay shows a clear view on the topic.

language

It uses simple words and is easy to read.

structure

There is an opening and a closing paragraph.

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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: 4.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 4.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 4.0

Complete response

Clear & comprehensive ideas

Relevant & specific examples

Appropriate word count

4 paragraphs

263 words

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