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The gap between the rich and the poor is becoming wider; the rich are becoming richer, and the poor are getting even poorer. What problems can the situation cause? What can be done to reduce this gap?

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The economic differences in society create inequality among people. The differences between rich people and poor people’s income are increasing in recent years.
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All over the world, the rich are becoming richer and the poor are becoming poorer. What problems does this cause? How can we overcome the problems of poverty?

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Task 2 · Problem and solution

Problem and Solution Essay Task 2

Equality·Poverty·Money

In many countries, the gap between the rich and poor is increasing. The rich people are becoming richer while the poor is growing poorer. What are the possible causes of this? What can be done to reduce this gap between poor and rich?

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Task 2 · Problem and solution

Opinion Essay Task 2

Money·Poverty·Society

In many countries, the costs of living are rising. What are the effects on individuals and society? Suggest solutions to this problem.

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Task 2 · Problem and solution

Two-Part Question Essay Task 2

Cities·Poverty·Equality

A rise in the standard of living in a country often only seems to benefit cities rather than rural areas. What problems can this cause? How might these problems be reduced?

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Task 2 · Discussion essays

Discussion Essay Task 2

Sport·Money·Equality

Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discus both these views and give your own opinion.

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Two-Part Question Essay Task 2

Poverty·Equality·Government

Every country has poor people and every country has different ways of dealing with the poor. What are some of the reasons for poverty? What can we do to help the poor?

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The gap between the rich and the poor is becoming wider; the rich are becoming richer, and the poor are getting even poorer. What problems can the situation cause? What can be done to reduce this gap?

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All over the world, the rich are becoming richer and the poor are becoming poorer. What problems does this cause? How can we overcome the problems of poverty?

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In many countries, the gap between the rich and poor is increasing. The rich people are becoming richer while the poor is growing poorer. What are the possible causes of this? What can be done to reduce this gap between poor and rich?

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In many countries, the costs of living are rising. What are the effects on individuals and society? Suggest solutions to this problem.

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A rise in the standard of living in a country often only seems to benefit cities rather than rural areas. What problems can this cause? How might these problems be reduced?

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