TOEFL
Academic Discussion: Spending on space exploration
Time: 10:00
Task · write at least 100 words · about 10 minutes
Your professor asks: Should governments spend money on space exploration when there are problems on Earth?
Hana: Space research has given us satellites, weather forecasts and new materials. It helps life on Earth too.
Marcus: With poverty and climate change, the money would be better spent solving problems here first.
Tips for this task
- State your opinion clearly in the first sentence.
- Add a reason and a specific example or explanation.
- Refer to at least one classmate’s post — agree, disagree or add to it.
- Aim for at least 100 words.
0 / 100+ words
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