Category: Agree / Disagree

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Governments should be responsible for funding and controlling scientific research rather than private organizations.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Write at least 250 words.

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The only way an individual can progress is by having a strong and effective scientific research. But in recent times, some people believe that it must be done by private, while others believe that it is the sole responsibility of government. In my opinion, a better research is possible only if government and private institutions join hands together.

The government organisations are driven by the need to make advances in knowledge in order to improve people’s lives. So, the funding for a research would be only made if it is for the better of the individual. However, private institutions are driven by profit. So, they are more likely to invest in a project that will give more benefits.

Even more, if the funding for research comes from one organisation we are more likely to get biased results. For instance, government will release a particular drug only after testing it well, this often takes more time than necessary.  The companies have large amounts of money invested in such research and the need for positive results is paramount. It is difficult for a scientist to remain impartial in these circumstances.

Overall, in my opinion, side lining one kind of funding might not be the best possible thing to do. This would result in an upheaval, the best way would be to utilize the benefits of government funding for poor and those of private to make some profits.

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As people live longer and longer, the idea of cloning human beings in order to provide spare parts is becoming a reality. The idea horrifies most people, yet it is no longer mere science fiction.

To what extent do you agree with it?

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SAMPLE ANSWER

The cloning of animals has been occurring for years now, however, in recent times, with advancement in science and technology, cloning of humans has also become possible. Although some people believe that it is the best thing that has happened to human kind, others disagree. In my opinion, although it is a great thing, but excessive usage of it, might not be the right idea.

Cloning of humans certainly  opens up doors for many. For instance, people who lose their body parts or are born with some deficiency, can very well lead a normal life, which allows them to do all the activities. Even more, it is a great news for those who lose their loved ones, with human cloning, they might be able to at least live with someone look alike of their beloved.

However, cloning brings in the dilemma of creating another human. It might even give rise to crimes where individuals are killed. With human cloning, one will never be able to find out the criminal, as in few days one can have a look alike of the dead person. Even more it could take away rights from many individuals. For instance, a suppose a person has his/her clone, it is very possible that they mess with their work or the relationships they have.

Overall, in my opinion, cloning is vast subject. Although it will be very beneficial, I suppose the negative effects are more than the positive and it is better if we avoid it for further development.

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Some people believe that education is the only critical factor to the development of a country.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Write at least 250 words.

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SAMPLE ANSWER

Development of a country means making the country work their way up the ladder of economic performance, living standards, sustainability and equality. However, there are people of the opinion that the only factor responsible for the development of a country is education. In my opinion, education does plays a very important role in the upliftment of a country, however it is not the only factor playing its role.

Education is very important for a country, the better the education system the better will be the future. For instance, a country having education for all would mean that it will have better skilled force, it might even be possible that out of them some would become entrepreneurs, others good politicians, may be great teachers. This enables in building up a strong foundation.

However, education is not the only factor playing role. It is important for people to be educated but it is more important that education is done in the right field. For instance, if in the present times, there is no teaching of computers in school or colleges, the country is less likely to benefit. Even more, factors such as poverty play a very important role. No matter a country has free education but if the children don’t have food it is less likely that they will study.

To sum up, educations surely plays a pivotal role in the development of country, but other factors such as better living standards, good health system also are essential.

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The best way to reduce the number of traffic accidents is to raise the age limit for younger drivers and lower the age limit for aged ones.

Do you agree?

Write at least 250 words.

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SAMPLE ANSWER

The advancement in technology and the improved economic standards of people has in some way increased the number of automobiles in the roads. With the increased number of vehicles and the busy lifestyle, the number of accidents have increased. Some people are of the opinion that the number of accidents can be lowered by increasing the age limit for youngsters and decreasing for the older generation. In my opinion, making another law might not be the most pragmatic thing to do.

Making new age limits can back fire the law in many ways. Firstly, by doing this  a simple message that the old and the young are reckless drivers gets into the local people. This might not go very well into the population. Secondly, it is not very pragmatic to make sure that the law is being followed. It is not possible for the police men to stop every vehicle and check the age of the driver, making this law redundant.

On the other hand, to reduce the number of accidents several other effective methods are available such as reducing number of vehicles on the road through car pool, implementing more stringent regulations on alcohol drink driving and possibly to revise on the standard of driving test for young and old drivers on the road.

Overall, increasing/decreasing the age limit might sound right, but it fails in its practical implementation. The government and individuals must step together and take steps to reduce traffic and accidents in a more practical way.

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