170 ielts essay samples

Cause 2: 
Another cause is the huge number of young, affluent people in the UAE. 
Example 2:
 
The rapid development of the country has meant that young people, who 
comprise over 75% of the population, have money to spend. 
Cause 3: 
A third reason is 
advertising. 
Example 3: 
The UAE is a very modern, free-market country, with all forms of 
media such as the Internet and satellite television, and people like to try new products and 
different kinds of fast food. 
Effects Topic Sentence: 
However, this change in diet can have some serious effects. 
Effect 1: 
One effect is on health. 
Example 1:
Many individuals in the UAE are becoming 
obese. These people will be less productive and have conditions such as heart disease 
and diabetes. 
Effect 2: 
Another result of fast food is the loss of the family tradition of 

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eating together. 
Example 2: 
Children and adults rarely eat together now, and thus get 
less opportunity to talk. 
Effect 3: 
A further effect is economic. 
Example 3a: 
Although fast 
food is not very expensive, it is more expensive than cooking properly for yourself. 
Example 3b: 
Many of the fast-food companies are franchisees of foreign corporations, so 
profits leave the country. 
Conclusion: Summary: 
In conclusion, fast food, although it is convenient and a tasty 
addition to a diet, can have serious health and social effects. 
Future statement: 
People 
should learn to choose fast food carefully and remember the pleasure of eating good food 
in good company. 
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