Writing Task 2 — essay (Academic & GT)
A 250+ word essay in about 40 minutes. The same task in both variants; it counts double Task 1 in your writing band.
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Some people think that life in a big city offers a better quality of life than living in a small town or ru…
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Participation in organised team sports among young people has declined in many countries in recent years. W…
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City centres in many parts of the world are losing residents as people move to the suburbs or smaller towns…
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In many countries, more and more people are choosing to live in large cities rather than in the countryside…
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Many people feel that they are constantly bombarded with advertisements, both online and in public spaces.…
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In many large cities, the cost of housing has risen so sharply that ordinary workers can no longer afford t…
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Some people believe that governments should impose higher taxes on unhealthy food and drinks in order to im…
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People in many countries are buying and discarding clothes more quickly than ever before, a trend often cal…
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Some people think that the main purpose of prison should be to punish offenders, while others argue that it…
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Some people believe that advertising aimed at children should be banned, while others argue that it is a no…
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In some countries, a growing number of people choose to work from home rather than travel to an office ever…
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Some people believe that individuals can do little to reduce environmental damage and that real change must…
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In numerous cities, theft and burglary rates have been rising steadily over the past decade. What are the c…
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Some people believe that the best way to reduce traffic congestion in cities is to make private car use mor…
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Some people believe that families, rather than the state, should bear the main responsibility for caring fo…
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Some people think that governments should spend more money on public transport rather than on building and…
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Some people believe that international tourism brings great benefits to the places that tourists visit. Oth…
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Some people argue that professional athletes are paid far too much money compared with people in other impo…
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Many studies suggest that excessive use of social media is harming the mental health of young people. What…
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Some people believe that creative subjects such as art and music should not be a compulsory part of the sch…
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Many minority and indigenous languages around the world are disappearing as fewer young people learn to spe…
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Many people think that individuals can do little to reduce environmental damage and that only national gove…
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Some people believe that the growth of international tourism does more harm than good to popular destinatio…
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Some people believe that traditional customs and festivals are losing their importance in the modern world…
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Some people believe that as the population ages, the retirement age should be raised significantly so that…
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Some people believe that social media platforms do more harm than good to society and should be far more st…
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In many cities, residents throw away enormous quantities of food, while at the same time some people in the…
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Some governments are introducing measures to discourage people from using private cars in city centres. Wh…
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In many cities, people are leading increasingly busy lives and have less time to prepare meals, so they eat…
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Rates of obesity have risen substantially in many countries over the past few decades. What are the main ca…
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Some people argue that globalisation has caused local cultures and traditions to disappear, and that this i…
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Some people believe that advertising aimed at children should be banned because it encourages them to want…
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In recent years, a growing number of young adults are finding it difficult to save money or buy their own h…
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Some people believe that social media has made it easier for people to build and maintain meaningful relati…
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An increasing number of young people are choosing to start their own businesses rather than seek traditiona…
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In some countries, people are eating fewer home-cooked meals and relying increasingly on ready-made and res…
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Some people believe that the spread of a few global languages, such as English, is a positive development f…
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Some people believe that the main aim of prison should be to punish those who commit crimes, while others a…
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Some people believe that governments should tax unhealthy foods, such as sugary drinks and processed snacks…
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Some governments spend large amounts of public money on developing the arts, such as museums, theatres and…
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In recent years, many countries have experienced a sharp rise in online fraud and other forms of cybercrime…
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A number of companies have begun trialling a four-day working week, in which employees work fewer days whil…
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Some people believe that keeping animals in zoos cannot be justified, even when the zoo is involved in cons…
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In many towns and cities, large shopping malls are replacing small, independent shops on traditional high s…
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Many wild animal species are now kept and bred in zoos around the world. Why do zoos remain popular despite…
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These days many people change their jobs and even their career several times during their working lives, ra…
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Some people think that the most important factor in choosing a career is the salary it offers, while others…
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As English continues to spread as a global language, some minority and local languages are being used by fe…
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Some people argue that globalisation has made the world's cultures more similar and is gradually erasing lo…
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Some people think that governments should take strong action to control unhealthy eating habits, such as ta…
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Some people believe that congestion charges, which require drivers to pay a fee to enter busy city centres,…
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Some people believe that taking part in competitive sport is the best way for young people to stay healthy…
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In some education systems, subjects such as art, music and drama are being given less time so that more att…
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In some countries, a growing number of people are choosing to start their own small businesses rather than…
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These days, many people spend their free time on screen-based entertainment rather than on physical or outd…
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Some people believe that governments should invest primarily in public transport rather than building new r…
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Some people believe that children benefit most when at least one parent stays at home to raise them, while…
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Some people think that advertising plays a useful role by informing consumers about new products, while oth…
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Some people believe that governments should provide financial support for the arts, such as music, theatre…
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In many families today, both parents work full-time, and as a result young children are increasingly cared…
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Some people believe that parents should be held legally responsible for the crimes committed by their young…
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Many skilled professionals choose to emigrate from developing countries to wealthier nations in search of b…
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Some popular destinations now attract so many visitors that local residents and the environment are coming…
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Traffic congestion is worsening in many major cities despite efforts to build new roads. Why do new roads o…
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Some people believe that money is the single most important factor in determining a person's overall happin…
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In many families today, both parents work full-time and their young children are cared for during the day i…
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Some people believe that spending huge sums of public money on space exploration cannot be justified while…
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Around the world, many minority and local languages are disappearing as people increasingly use a small num…
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Genetically modified crops, which have been altered to resist pests or produce higher yields, are now grown…
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Reoffending rates among released prisoners remain high in many countries. Why do so many former prisoners c…
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As cities grow larger, many residents report feeling lonely and disconnected from their neighbours. What ar…
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Some people think that staying with a single employer for many years is the best way to build a successful…
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In many countries, an increasing number of students choose to study at a university in a foreign country ra…
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As large multinational corporations expand into new markets, many small local businesses are forced to clos…
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Nowadays it is increasingly common for people to change jobs and even careers several times during their wo…
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Many national museums and art galleries offer free entry to visitors, funded largely by government subsidie…
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These days, many people feel that they cannot manage without their smartphones and check them constantly th…
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Some people believe that museums and art galleries should always be free to enter, while others think that…
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Large international corporations now operate in almost every country in the world. What are the main reason…
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Some people believe that governments should discourage private car use in order to reduce traffic and pollu…
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Some people think that governments should invest primarily in public transport systems, while others believ…
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Some people think that a country's economic progress is the most reliable measure of how successful that co…
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Becoming a social media influencer, who earns money by promoting products and sharing content online, has b…
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Advertising is now present almost everywhere, from television and websites to public spaces and social medi…
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In many countries, traditional customs and ceremonies are practised far less than they were a generation ag…
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Some people argue that the increasing use of smartphones in everyday life has weakened people's ability to…
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Some people think that living in a big city offers the best opportunities for a successful and exciting lif…
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In many societies, adult children are choosing to live with their parents for longer than previous generati…
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The gap between the wealthiest and poorest members of society has widened in many countries in recent years…
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Some people think that individuals are responsible for choosing a healthy diet, while others believe that g…
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As cities continue to grow, traffic congestion has become a serious daily problem for many urban residents.…
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Some people believe that long-standing customs and traditions should be preserved exactly as they are, beca…
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Television channels that broadcast news twenty-four hours a day have become common in many countries. What…
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These days, many people rely on smartphones and other devices to organise their daily lives, from setting r…
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Some people believe that globalisation has brought mainly positive changes to the world, while others argue…
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In many professions, employees are increasingly working long hours and find it difficult to take time away…
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Private companies now offer wealthy individuals the chance to travel into space as paying tourists. What ar…
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Some people believe that money spent on space exploration would be better used to solve pressing problems h…
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Many graduates today find it increasingly difficult to secure jobs related to their field of study, leading…
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As a result of globalisation, the same international brands, shops and restaurants can now be found in citi…
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Some people believe that celebrity endorsements in advertising are a dishonest marketing technique that sho…
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Some people believe that children should be raised mainly by their parents, while others think that profess…
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Some people believe that city governments should prioritise building more green spaces and parks over const…
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Some people think that the main purpose of prison should be to punish criminals, while others believe it sh…
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Some popular tourist destinations are becoming overcrowded, which causes problems for both local residents…
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In many large cities, people are increasingly living in very small apartments, sometimes called micro-flats…
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Some governments encourage people to reduce waste by introducing schemes that reward households for recycli…
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Governments have limited budgets and must decide how to divide public money between services such as health…
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In many countries, traditional festivals and customs are celebrated by fewer young people than in the past.…
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Many people now form and maintain close friendships primarily through social media rather than face-to-face…
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More and more people now rely on artificial intelligence assistants on their phones and computers to answer…
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Some people argue that the increasing use of artificial intelligence in the workplace will create greater o…
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In many societies, children and teenagers are spending less time on physical activity and sport than they u…
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As globalisation increases, products, films and fashions from a small number of powerful countries are beco…
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Many companies now pay popular individuals on social media to promote their products to large numbers of fo…
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Some people believe that popular tourist destinations should limit the number of visitors allowed each year…
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Nowadays, children are exposed to a vast amount of advertising, both on television and through the apps and…
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More and more people now manage their money entirely through online banking applications rather than visiti…
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In many rapidly growing cities, housing has become unaffordable for a large proportion of residents. What a…
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As supply chains for everyday products become increasingly global, consumers in wealthy countries are often…
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In many developing regions, roads, bridges and public transport systems have failed to keep pace with growi…
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In many countries, extended families that once lived together or nearby are now increasingly scattered, wit…
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Some people believe that government funding for art galleries and museums should be reduced and the money r…
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In an effort to reduce crime, some governments are installing video surveillance cameras in public places s…
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Some people believe that schools should focus mainly on teaching practical skills that will be useful in th…
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Some people think that the rise of online shopping has been overwhelmingly positive for consumers, while ot…
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In many countries, large numbers of people are moving into cities. Some people believe this trend brings si…
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As global trade increases, large international companies are opening branches and selling their products in…
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In many developed countries, people are spending more and more of their working and leisure time sitting do…
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Some people think that a country's economic growth is the most reliable way to improve the lives of its cit…
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In many countries, the populations of rural areas are falling as young people move to cities, leaving small…
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In many countries, children and young people are spending far less time engaged in physical exercise and sp…
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Some people believe that immigration brings far more economic benefits than drawbacks to the countries that…
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In many popular destinations, the sheer number of visitors is damaging historic sites and natural environme…
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Self-driving cars that use artificial intelligence to navigate without a human driver are being tested and…
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These days, an increasing number of people choose to make payments using mobile phones and cards rather tha…
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In many countries, the number of people choosing to live alone has increased significantly, leading to grow…
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Some people believe that private companies, rather than governments, should take the lead in funding and co…
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Many developed countries are experiencing a rapid increase in their elderly populations. Why is this happen…
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In many families today, parents and their children spend very little quality time together, and meaningful…
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Some people believe that economic growth should be a country's top priority, while others think that protec…
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Since the pandemic, growing numbers of office employees have continued to work from home or split their tim…
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In many countries, employees are increasingly expected to check emails and respond to work messages outside…
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Some people think that protecting the environment is mainly the responsibility of national governments, whi…
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As cities become more crowded, many people now live in high-rise apartment buildings rather than houses wit…
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Many talented scientists choose to leave their home countries to work abroad, leaving some nations short of…
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Some people argue that scientific research should be directed mainly towards solving practical problems rat…
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In many large cities, traffic congestion is becoming worse despite efforts to improve public transport. Wha…
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In many countries, a growing number of university students choose subjects such as business and engineering…
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Some people believe that universities should focus mainly on preparing students for the job market, while o…
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Many professional athletes today earn extremely high salaries and are treated as celebrities. What are the…
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An increasing number of parents are choosing to educate their children at home instead of sending them to a…
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Artificial intelligence is now able to create paintings, music and stories that many people find difficult…
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Some people argue that globalisation has mainly benefited the world by spreading prosperity and connecting…
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In many companies, employees increasingly report feeling exhausted and disengaged from their jobs, a condit…
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Some people believe that schools should make competitive sport compulsory for all students, regardless of i…
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In today's world, a small number of major languages, such as English, are increasingly used for internation…
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Advertisements targeted specifically at children have become increasingly common, especially online. Why do…
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Some people believe that the dominance of English as a global language is harmful because it threatens the…
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Some people believe that advertising aimed at children should be banned completely, as it unfairly exploits…
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Some people believe that as English becomes the dominant global language, learning other foreign languages…
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Some people think that the growing number of elderly people in many countries is a serious problem for soci…
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Some people believe that the economic benefits of globalisation have mainly favoured large multinational co…
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Some governments are introducing driverless vehicles, such as self-driving cars and buses, onto public road…
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Many developed countries now have a rapidly growing proportion of elderly citizens. What problems does this…
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Government funding for scientific research varies considerably between fields, with some areas receiving fa…
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In many parts of the world, minority and indigenous languages are disappearing as younger generations incre…
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Fast fashion, which involves the rapid production of cheap, trend-led clothing, has made fashionable clothe…
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An increasing number of companies now let employees choose their own working hours instead of requiring a f…
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In recent years, meat substitutes made from plants, such as plant-based burgers and sausages, have become w…
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Some people argue that scientific research should be guided mainly by its potential to deliver practical be…
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In many countries, rates of obesity and diet-related illness continue to rise despite widespread awareness…
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Many schools require all students to wear a standardised uniform rather than allowing them to choose their…
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Some people believe that the constant pressure to buy new products is harmful to both individuals and the e…
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Some people think that governments should prioritise spending public money on essential services such as he…
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Many public museums and art galleries report declining visitor numbers, particularly among younger generati…
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Wildlife tourism, in which visitors pay to observe animals in their natural habitats, has become increasing…
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In many receiving countries, newly arrived immigrants often struggle to find stable employment matching the…
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Some people believe that immigration brings substantial economic and cultural benefits to host countries, w…
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Some popular tourist destinations are now suffering from the negative effects of overtourism, including env…
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Some countries have introduced bans on single-use plastic packaging in supermarkets and shops in order to r…
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Some governments are investing heavily in nuclear power stations to generate electricity, while others rema…
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Government space agencies and private companies are investing growing sums of money in missions to explore…
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Some people believe that the most effective way to improve public health is for governments to discourage u…
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Sales of electric vehicles have risen sharply as governments encourage drivers to abandon petrol and diesel…
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Some people think that keeping animals in zoos is justified because of the conservation and education benef…
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Many scientific research projects today are funded by private companies rather than by governments or unive…
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Traditional local industries in many countries have struggled to compete since international trade barriers…
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Some people think that professional athletes deserve the high salaries they receive, while others believe t…
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Some people think that the growth of international tourism brings significant economic benefits to host cou…
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In many countries, scientific research that does not promise immediate commercial profit struggles to recei…
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Some people believe that the dominance of English as a global language benefits international communication…
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Some critics argue that the enormous cost of national space programmes is difficult to justify when many pr…
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Many popular tourist destinations now attract such large numbers of visitors that some local authorities ha…
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In many countries, traditional festivals and customs are increasingly being turned into commercial events d…
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Many countries are moving towards a cashless society, where digital payments such as cards and mobile apps…
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Some people believe that government research funding should focus exclusively on projects with immediate pr…
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Many news organisations now prioritise sensational or emotionally charged stories over balanced, factual re…
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Some people believe that government funding for scientific research should focus on practical projects with…
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Governments in many countries provide financial subsidies to encourage households and businesses to install…
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