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International Tourism (Outweigh)

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  International tourism has brought enormous benefits to many places. At the same time, there is concern about its impact on local inhabitants and the environment. Do the disadvantages of international tourism outweigh the advantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words. The growth of international tourism has undeniably brought significant benefits to various destinations. However, alongside these advantages, there is a growing concern regarding the potential negative impact on local inhabitants and the environment. In my opinion, international tourism leads to the exploitation of local resources. On the other hand, it helps in economic growth and promoting peace. One major concern is the potential exploitation of local resources. Uncontrolled tourism development may result in overcrowding, degradation of natural landscapes, and depletion of resources such as water and energy. Additionally, ...

Writing Task 2 Structures

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  Type: Agree/ Disagree Introduction: Paraphrase + agree/disagree + 2 reasons Para 1: Details of reason 1 (Topic sentence+Explanation+Example) Para 2: Details of reason 2 (Topic sentence+Explanation+Example) Conclusion: Paraphrase of thesis statement Type: Problem & Solution Introduction: Paraphrase + 2 causes + 2 solutions Para 1: 2 causes (Topic sentence+Explanation+Example) Para 2: 2 solutions (Topic sentence+Explanation+Example) Conclusion: Paraphrase of thesis statement Type: Advantages/ Disadvantages Introduction: Paraphrase+ 2 advantages + 2 disadvantages Para 1: 2 advantages (Topic sentence+Explanation+Example) Para 2: 2 disadvantages (Topic sentence+Explanation+Example) Conclusion: Paraphrase of thesis statement Type: Outweigh Advantages/ Disadvantages Introduction: Paraphrase+ 1 advantage or disadvantage + 2 disadvantages or 2 advantages Para 1: 1 advantage or disadvantage (Topic sentence+Explanation+Example) Para 2: 1 advantage or disadvantage (Topic sentence+Explana...

Gap Year (Pros and Cons)

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  Some young people like to take a gap year before going on to university. Others prefer to begin their university studies immediately after finishing secondary school. What are the advantages and disadvantages of taking a gap year? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.  (Taking a gap year means taking a year off between high school and university to travel or work) It is observed that some high school graduates indulge in a year-long break before pursuing higher education. Some key advantages of this include gaining exposure and developing new skills, but on the downside, it can be costly and poses a risk of discontinuation of studies.  Taking a break from studies after finishing secondary education can prove beneficial in quite a few ways. Firstly, by travelling and working part-time jobs, these young individuals get themselves exposed to the actual working environment and gain pra...