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Band 7+: space exploration is waste of time

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There is a strong debate over space exploration, which is considered to be a waste of time. Now I'm going to discuss one advantage and one drawback of space exploration. To begin with, it creates a number of useful technologies for our daily lives. By exploring the universe, cutting-edge technologies are developed that not only enhance our lifestyle but also benefit society. Furthermore, one of the drawbacks is that it is extremely pricey. Instead of using money for space exploration, scientists could use that money to solve pressing problems such as air pollution, land pollution, and so on.

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There is a strong debate over space exploration that is considered to be a waste of time. Now I’m going to tell one advantage and one drawback of space exploration. To begin with, it creates a number of useful technologies for our daily life. By exploring the universe, cutting-edge technologies are created that not only develops our lifestyle but also benefits society. Furthermore, one of drawbacks is extremely pricey. Instead of using money for space exploration, scientists are able to use money for solving errors problems such as air pollution, land pollution, and so on.

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exploration: 3

that: 3

technologies: 2

money: 2

pollution: 2

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The answer is well-organized and addresses both sides of the issue. Consider expanding on the examples of technologies developed through space exploration and the potential solutions to pressing problems that could be funded instead. More specific examples would strengthen the response.

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The answer is well-structured with a clear introduction, outlining of advantages and drawbacks, and a conclusion implied. Minor repetition and self-correction could be reduced for improved fluency. The transitions between points could be smoother; using more sophisticated linking words would enhance coherence.

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The vocabulary is adequate and mostly accurate. Words like "cutting-edge" and "enhance" show a good range. However, more precise and sophisticated vocabulary could be used to express ideas more effectively. The phrase "errors problems" should be corrected to "pressing problems" or similar.

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Grammar is mostly accurate, but there are a few minor errors. The sentence 'By exploring the universe, cutting-edge technologies are created...' is slightly awkward. More complex grammatical structures could be used to demonstrate a wider range. The use of articles needs attention (e.g., 'a number of' vs. 'the number of').

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