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Band 6+: 5. 'Immigration is naturally associated with brain drain.' How far do you agree?

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Actually, this is such a controversial topic because it is too complex to support. We can look at this problem from two angles. On the one hand, I can say that immigration is mainly related to brain drain because when educated people leave their country for various reasons, such as career prospects or better living conditions, it is called brain drain. On the other hand, immigration isn't only about brain drain because some poorly educated people can move to other countries and regions. Also, there are some ramifications of immigration, such as wars or economic problems. To sum up, I wouldn't say that immigration is not...

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Actually, this is such a controversial topic because it is too exit support. We can look at this problem from two angles. On the one hand, I can say that immigration is mainly related to brain drain Because when people educated, people believe their country is for some reasons such as career prospects or better life conditions, conditions, it is called, it’s called On the other hand, immigration isn’t only about the brain drain because some poor educated people can move to other countries and other regions. Also, there are some ramifications of immigration such as wars or economic problems. to sum up, I wouldn’t say that immigration is not…

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people: 2

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The response addresses the topic and presents two perspectives. However, the development of each perspective could be strengthened with more specific examples and detailed explanations. The conclusion is a bit abrupt and could be more decisive.

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