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to what extent do you agree or disagree ?

Living in large cities can have negative effects on people’s health. I fully agree with this statement because air pollution and long working hours can cause serious health issues in people’s lives. On the one hand, one of the most harmful problems in the world is air pollution, which most people a...

Task 2176 words
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Governments in many countries have recently introduced special taxes on foods and beverages with high levels of sugar. Some think these taxes are a good idea while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is true that the authorities in many nations have recently imposed higher taxes on sugary groceries. Personally, despite acknowledging the merits of these taxes, I think that the drawbacks are more pronounced. On the one hand, it is reasonable to believe that introducing taxes to food and bevera...

Task 2341 words
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Governments in many countries have recently introduced special taxes on foods and beverages with high levels of sugar. Some think these taxes are a good idea while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is true that the authorities in many nations have recently imposed higher taxes on sugary groceries. Personally, despite acknowledging the merits of these taxes, I think that the drawbacks are more pronounced. On the one hand, it is reasonable to believe that introducing taxes to food and bevera...

Task 2340 words
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Procrastination is when someone puts off doing their work even though they know it is important. Many students experience this. When they have homework, projects, or studying to do, they sometimes choose other activities instead. They might watch videos, play games, scroll on their phones, or take long breaks. These activities feel enjoyable at the moment, but later they can cause stress, poor grades, and problems with deadlines. Some people think procrastination means laziness, but that is not always true. Students sometimes delay work because it is hard or boring. For example, a difficult math problem or a long essay may make them feel tired or stressed. They might also feel confused about where to start. Avoiding the task gives short relief, but it does not solve the problem. In fact, putting it off can make it feel even more difficult later. Emotions are another reason students procrastinate. They may be afraid of making mistakes, failing exams, or disappointing their teachers or

Procrastination is when someone puts off doing their work even though they know it is important. Many students experience this. When they have homework, projects, or studying to do, they sometimes choose other activities instead. They might watch videos, play games, scroll on their phones, or take l...

Task 2375 words
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In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

All around the world, people who used to live in the countryside are moving to the city. That makes the rural population dramatically decrease. I believe that it is not a positive development because countryside inhabitants are important to the trade and production of the country, and due to the ove...

Task 2283 words