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Some consumers are increasingly choosing to buy goods that are produced in their local area, rather than imported goods. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or a negative trend?

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Nowadays, more and more people prefer to buy products that are made in their local area instead of imported goods. There are several reasons for this change.
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In many countries nowadays, consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

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Task 2 · Positive or negative

Positive or Negative Development Essay Task 2

Globalisation·Consumerism·Culture

Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

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Task 2 · Positive or negative

Positive or Negative Development Essay Task 2

Globalisation·Consumerism·Culture

Many aspects of the way people dress today are influenced by global fashion trends. How has global fashion become such a strong influence on people's lives? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

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Task 2 · Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages and Disadvantages Essay Task 2

Globalisation·Culture·Consumerism

Differences between countries become less evident each year. Nowadays, all over the world, people share the same fashions, advertising, brands, eating habits and TV channels. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of this?

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Task 2 · Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages and Disadvantages Essay Task 2

Globalisation·Culture·Consumerism

Differences between countries are becoming less evident. Nowadays people are watching the same films, shows and TV channels, and following the same brands. To what extent do the disadvantages of this outweigh the advantages?

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Task 2 · Discussion essays

Discussion Essay Task 2

Globalisation·Consumerism·Business

You have approximately 40 minutes to complete this task. You need to write an essay addressing the topic below Many countries have the same shops and products. Some consider it a positive development, whereas others consider it negative. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Your essay should comprise a minimum of 250 words.

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Some consumers are increasingly choosing to buy goods that are produced in their local area, rather than imported goods. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or a negative trend?

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