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Band 5+: Many people say that we now live in 'consumer societies' where money and possessions are given too much importance. Others believe that consumer culture has played a vital role in improving our lives. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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In recent decades, consumer society has become an integral part of people’s lives. There are those who say that money and possessions are given too much significance; however, others believe that they play an important role in enhancing their lives. In this essay, I will examine both sides of the argument and provide my overall opinion.

Generally speaking, there are two main reasons why people believe that money and possessions are given too much importance. Perhaps the main reason why people are in favor of this idea is because a better standard of living, such as money, brings happiness. A further point in favor of a consumerist society is the quality of life. If you earn money, you can do everything. Furthermore, people think that money and possessions are everything, but money does not make us happy.

Despite these arguments, there is also a case for the idea that consumer culture has played a crucial role in improving our lives.

Perhaps the main reason why people are in favor of this issue is because employment, for example, increases every year for consumer culture and society. Second, trade between countries is increasing, and workers can earn more. A good illustration of this is that the consumer society has played an important role in improving people’s lives.

In conclusion, it must be said that the consumer society has become a complex issue with no easy solutions. Despite arguments to the contrary, I very strongly feel that consumer culture has played an important role in improving our lives. It will keep our society going.

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