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Large numbers of people participate in sports that are extremely dangerous. Why do you think people do this? How can the risks of participation be minimised?

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Today many games are being played all over the world. Some of them are extremely risky and life threatening.
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Some sports are extremely dangerous but many people still like them very much. Why do people take part in dangerous sports? Give some suggestions on how to deal with these dangers.

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Task 2 · Problem and solution

Problem and Solution Essay Task 2

Sport·Health·Crime

In many professional sports, there is an increase in the number of athletes using banned substances to improve their performance. What are the causes of the phenomenon and what are some of the possible solutions?

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Task 2 · Opinion essays

Opinion Essay Task 2

Extreme sports such as skydiving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

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Task 2 · Opinion essays

Opinion Essay Task 2

Sport·Health·Media

Sport is one of the most popular draws on television today. Some people argue that the practice of showing sport on television is to blame for the poor health of the young generation by encouraging them to watch rather than partake in physical activity. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

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Task 2 · Discussion essays

Discussion Essay Task 2

Sport·Health

Some people believe that success in sports depends on physical ability. Others believe that there are more important factors. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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Task 2 · Two-part questions

Opinion Essay Task 2

Sport·Health

Some sports are extremely dangerous but many people still like them very much. Why do people take part in dangerous sports give some suggestions on how to deal with dangerous.

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Large numbers of people participate in sports that are extremely dangerous. Why do you think people do this? How can the risks of participation be minimised?

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Some sports are extremely dangerous but many people still like them very much. Why do people take part in dangerous sports? Give some suggestions on how to deal with these dangers.

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In many professional sports, there is an increase in the number of athletes using banned substances to improve their performance. What are the causes of the phenomenon and what are some of the possible solutions?

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Extreme sports such as skydiving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

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Some people believe that success in sports depends on physical ability. Others believe that there are more important factors. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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Some sports are extremely dangerous but many people still like them very much. Why do people take part in dangerous sports give some suggestions on how to deal with dangerous.

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