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Task 1: Maps(地图)一次性了解地图写作，请点此链接。
Task 2:Some people think governments should spend money looking for life on other planets, while others think it is a waste of money when some problems are not solved on the Earth. Discuss both sides and what is your opinion.
点评：关于外星球的话题每3-4年在雅思考试中会出现一次，出现频率低，有一定难度。但作为科技话题，很多内容可以从其他科技类题目中借鉴。
高分范文(只是可能的答案中的一种)
There are differing views on whether taxpayer money should be devoted to the search for extraterrestrial life. Some consider it a worthwhile investment, while others see it as a poor use of scarce public resources.
Supporters argue that this research brings important scientific and technological progress, with effects that go far beyond space exploration itself. For example, the development of advanced telescopes and spacecraft not only makes it possible to study distant planets but also produces new tools later applied in medicine, communication, and environmental monitoring—areas that in turn create great economic value for human society. In addition, the possible discovery of extraterrestrial organisms, even at the microbial level, would not only change our understanding of the origins of life and humanity’s position in the universe but also mark a major step forward in biology, whichi would opens new directions for medical research and biotechnology.
Nevertheless, I believe the money spent on this should be balanced against other important needs and should not come at the expense of other critical programs. One critical issue is environmental degradation: climate change, deforestation, and pollution threaten ecosystems globally and require immediate resources. Another is poverty, as millions still lack access to food, clean water, and healthcare. These crises affect human survival directly and therefore deserve priority over space research. With finite budgets, governments must ensure funds are allocated responsibly, focusing first on problems with immediate social impact.
In conclusion, while the search for extraterrestrial life is an intriguing and potentially valuable scientific endeavor, it should not overshadow pressing issues on our own planet. Investment in this field must be balanced against urgent needs, ensuring that progress in space exploration complements rather than competes with solutions to global challenges.
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