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Some people believe that government spends too much money on space research while there are still a lot of problems on the earth. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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In today's scientific world, a myriad of wealth is allocated on scientific inventions and researches. Space exploration is a key area where governments in many countries are spending billions of dollars each year.
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Space exploration is too expensive and money should be spent on more important things. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Science·Public spending·Government

Some people believe that using taxpayer funds to look for life on other planets is important. Others, however, think that it is a waste of public money because there are much more important issues requiring funding on our own planet. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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Science·Public spending·Government

Some people want governments to spend money on other planets to look for life. Others believe that it is a waste of public money when there are many unsolved problems on Earth. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Arts·Public spending·Government

Some people think that the government is wasting money on the arts and this money could be better spent elsewhere. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Higher education·Government·Public spending

Some people say that the government should pay the costs of running universities so that a university education will be free for anyone who wants it. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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Education·Government·Public spending

All education (primary, secondary and further education) should be free to all people and paid and managed by the government. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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Some people believe that government spends too much money on space research while there are still a lot of problems on the earth. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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Space exploration is too expensive and money should be spent on more important things. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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