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Writing task 2 Brainstorm: Water is a natural resource

Water is a natural resource that should always be free. Governments should ban the sale of bottled water. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Here are ideas you can use in the essay: 1. Some people believe that bottled water is healthier than tap water. 2. They also argue that it tastes better. 3. Other people believe that we should consume less bottled water. 4. Plastic water bottles add to litter and waste problems. 5. Companies should not be

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Paragraph development

Some people believe that the salaries paid to professional sportspeople are too high, while others argue that sports salaries are fair. Discuss both views and give your opinion. View 1: sports salaries are too high 1. Sports professionals earn too much money. 2. They do not provide a vital service. 3. Football players earn enormous salaries by simply kicking a ball. 4. We could all live happily without professional football. 5. We should value professionals such as nurses and teachers more

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Paragraph development

Many people prefer to watch foreign films rather than locally produced films. Why could this be? Should governments give more financial support to local film industries? The first paragraph is structured as follows: 1. (Topic sentence – several reasons) 2. (First reason – budgets for action, special effects, spectacular locations) 3. (Example – Hollywood blockbusters like Avatar or James Bond films) 4. (Second reason – the most famous actors, actresses and directors) 5. (Final reason – poor quality local film-making in many countries) There are

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The main reason people go to work is to earn money. To what extent do you agree or disagree? 1. Agree that money is the main reason people work 2. People look at salary first, they rarely take a salary cut 3. Need to live, pay bills, food etc. 4. Look after our families, save for the future 5. Otherwise, most people would probably choose not to work I agree that the majority of people work in order to earn money.

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Paragraph development

Benefits of the mobile phone: 1. The mobile phone is the most popular gadget in today’s world. 2. We can stay in touch with family, friends and colleagues wherever we are. 3. Users can send text messages, surf the Internet, take photos and listen to music. 4. Mobiles have also become fashion accessories. 5. Mobile phones have revolutionized the way we communicate. The mobile phone has become the most popular gadget in today’s world. The reason for this is that it

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3 different introductions for one topic

Some people think the main purpose of schools is to turn children into good citizens and workers, rather than to benefit them as individuals.  To what extent do you agree or disagree? Here are 3 different introductions. Notice that the opinion is clear in each one. (Strong view/Agree): People have different views about what the main purpose of schools should be. Personally, I agree that a school’s role is to prepare children to be productive members of society. (Strong view/Disagree): Many people argue

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Writing task 2 Introduction: Care or financial support for elderly people

Governments should not have to provide care or financial support for elderly people because it is the responsibility of each person to prepare for retirement and support him or herself. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Introduction: (Strong view): People have different views about whether or not governments should help senior citizens. I completely disagree with the idea that elderly people should receive no support from the state. Introduction: (Balanced view):  People have different views about whether or not

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Essay structure: Agree/disagree-Partly agree

In the last century, the first man to walk on the moon said it was “a giant leap for mankind”. However, some people think it has made little difference to our daily lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree? 1. Introduction: I partly agree. 2. One side: In practical terms, sending a man to the moon has not changed most people’s lives. We have not benefited in terms of our standard of living, health etc. In fact, governments have wasted a lot

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Writing task 2 Introduction (Agree/disagree: strong position): Care or financial support for elderly people

Governments should not have to provide care or financial support for elderly people because it is the responsibility of each person to prepare for retirement and support him or herself. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Introduction:  People have different views about whether or not governments should help senior citizens. I completely disagree with the idea that elderly people should receive no support from the state.(29 Words)

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Writing task 2 Introduction (Agree/disagree: balanced position): Ideas of the older generation

The older generations tend to have very traditional ideas about how people should live, think and behave. However, some people believe that these ideas are not helpful in preparing younger generations for modern life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view? Introduction:  It is true that many older people believe in traditional values that often seem incompatible with the needs of younger people. While I agree that some traditional ideas are outdated, I believe that others are still relevant and should

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Writing task 2 Introduction (Agree/disagree: balanced position): Tourists and customs in the host country

People visiting other countries should adapt to the customs and behaviours expected there. They should not expect the host country to welcome different customs and behaviours. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Introduction:  To a certain extent I agree that visitors to other countries should respect the culture of the host country. However, I also think that host countries should accept visitors’ cultural differences.(31 Words)

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Writing task 2 Introduction (Agree/disagree: strong position): Computers and role of teachers.

As computers are being used more and more in education, there will soon be no role for the teacher in the classroom. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Introduction:  It is true that computers have become an essential tool for teachers and students in all areas of education. However, while computers are extremely useful, I do not agree with the idea that they could soon replace teachers completely. (39 Words)

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