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Feb 2022
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181. IELTS 7 | Talent Vs Education

LILIE KING
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It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talents, for instance for sport or music, and others are not. However, it is sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports person or musician. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

 

innate/inborn/native ability

conventional wisdom

inherit

torso

attain a body type

Sample essay: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/it-is-generally-believed-that-some-people-are-born-with-certain-talents/

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