IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 120

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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It has been noted that many people who had a big impact on the world gave themselves completely to their work and did not bother with the idea of “work-life balance”. To what extent should people try to have a good work-life balance? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Recently, people have highly discussed those whose work has been a turning point in the progress of the whole world. It is argued that their big impact is grounded in an unbalanced life fully dedicated to their jobs rather than other less-formal fields. I believe every person should spend their time evenly in both work and non-professional activities.

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In recent years, more and more people are choosing to read e-books rather than paper books. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

In today’s society, the number of people choosing to read ebooks increases rapidly throughout the years. This trend leads to the question whether the advantages of using ebooks outweigh the disadvantages. I strongly believe that e-book should be seen as a positive development of technology.

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Nowadays, more people would rather purchase food than cook at home. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?

Although people can cook at home, lately more people prefer to purchase food rather than cook. This essay will try to explain the advantages and disadvantages of this topic.

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Once children start school, teachers have more influence than parents on their intellectual and social development To what extent do you agree or disagree?

According to my comprehension, both teachers and parents play a crucial role in developing a child’s analytical skills and social morals. Children are highly impressionable, closely observing and absorbing the words and behaviors of their elders, shaping their outlook on the world.

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In some countries, an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is, therefore, necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. Do you agree or disagree?

In certain parts of the World, the number of people with obesity and other health issues related to digestion, rises with a critical speed, due to the accesses and adorableness of fast food meals. Therefore, a number of people think that it is necessary for the government to increase taxes on this kind of food. I partially agree with this opinion, and in this work, I will support it with tied arguments.

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Should governments spend more money on space exploration? Write a one-sided opinion essay to answer this question giving reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Investing more money in space exploration has become crucial for the governments. However, this case is costing the authorities a huge amount of money, and work. In my opinion, governments should not allocate funds on space because the greatest need is in education and exploring the empty landscapes on the earth.

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Some people think that advertisements take great effect on the economy, and others think that they excel more in social impact. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In my view, advertisements serve a dual purpose that affects both the economy and society. It is challenging to prioritize one impact over the other, as they are deeply interconnected. Economic growth can lead to social changes, such as improved living standards and access to information, while societal shifts can create new markets and consumer needs, feeding back into the economic cycle.

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Many people believe that the bicycle is a healthy and environmentally friendly mode of transport. However, it is no longer the main form of transport. What are the reasons? What could be done to encourage the use of bicycles among the wider population? (2021.4.10)

In recent years, it is quite common that Bicycles are no longer the main form of transportation. In the essay, I will give the possible reasons and solutions.

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Some people believe that romantic relationships and marriages are essential for happiness, while others argue that being single or focusing on personal goals can lead to a more fulfilling life Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In today's world where life is facilitated with modern technology and basic human needs like food, water and shelter are mostly met, people are more aware of their mental health, leading to a public question of how to achieve happiness. Some people claim that the answer lies in the presence of loving relationships and marriages, while it is also believed that contentment can be found in a single life or in the state when people pay emphasis on their personal goals. While the former is valid to a certain extent, I personally agree with the latter owing to the following reasons.

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Some people think the newly built houses should be the same as the old houses in local areas. Others argue that local authorities should allow people to build houses in their own styles. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Sample

It is often argued by some that when building a new house, people should design it same as other old houses in neighborhood, while other people believe that people should be allowed to design their own house according to their wish. Both sides of this arguement are agreed and disagreed by many. This essay will thoroughly analyse and discuss both views before drawing a reasoned opinion.

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Nowadays transportation is a major problem in every developing city. Many people opine that it is more important to spend money on roads and motorways than in public transport system. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

In this developed world, transportation is one of the heated topics. Many believe that the government should focus on spending more money on roads and highways rather than on public means of transport to solve the transportation problems of developing cities. I completely disagree with that notion. In my opinion, one of the major issues in terms of transportation in developing cities is traffic jams which can be solved by focusing more on public vehicles rather than wasting money on constructing more roads.

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In the 20th century, contact between many different parts of the world has developed rapidly through air travel and telecommunications. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, the connection through different parts of the world, due to advances in telecommunications and air travelling, has become significantly improved compared to the past. Although this shift turn has various disadvantages for both societies and individuals, In my opinion, the benefits such as developed communities outweigh the drawbacks.

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Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To that extant do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Nowadays,living in a foreign country has become very common and popular but some people that it causes many serious problems ,also practical problems.certainly agree with this view and in this essay, I will support my idea with some examples.

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Some people believe that globalization has a positive impact on economic development and cultural exchange. However, others argue that it leads to the erosion of local cultures and widening income inequalities. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In recent years, globalisation has significantly impacted economic development and cultural exchange. Whilst, some people believe it has a positive impact, others argue that it will lead to the loss of local cultures and widening income disparities. This essay will discuss both views before coming to a conclusion.

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A lot of people spend a major part of their adult life at work, so job satisfaction is very important for individual happiness. What are the main factors that contribute to job satisfaction? What are the possible solutions for people who are unsatisfied with their jobs?

Job satisfaction is a vital aspect of adult life due to most time spent at work. Some of the important factors contributing to job satisfaction are a friendly environment and good salary. However, those who are unsatisfied with their work life can upgrade their knowledge and try to change their job.

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A lot of money is spent nowadays searching for oil. As the world's oil resources will eventually run out, it would be more logical to spend some of this money on developing new sources of power, such as wind and solar. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

The search for new sources of oil is responsible for an immense expenditure each year. In my opinion, it is of paramount importance that money should be invested on the development of other power generating mechanisms since there are two major drawbacks of this resource extraction.

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The best way to solve the traffic and transportation problem is to encourage people to live in cities rather than suburbs and countryside. To what extent do you agree or disagree？

These days, a number of people perform intercity travel for their daily chores and this at time lead to traffic jams and other transport issue. Therefore, a few people opine that the population must live in cities rather than the rural areas, because this would solve the traffic and transportation problems. However, I do not agree with this approach and reasons to support my stance are elaborated in the following paragraphs.

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Some people say that art subjects such as music, drama, and creative writing ‎are an essential part of education, and every school should include them in its ‎syllabus. Do you agree or disagree with your statement? Give your opinion ‎and examples from your own experience.‎

Art subjects are now considered as an important part of education, and some accounts believe that every institution should arrange art in the academic syllabus. In my opinion, I agree with this notion, as it may provide students a wider range of skills and knowledge.

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More and more people are moving from rural areas to live in cities. What problems can this cause? How can these problems be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Nowadays, many people who live in rural areas are choosing to move to cities. The main reason for this trend is the lack of job opportunities in rural areas, compared to the more diverse employment options available in cities.

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Some people believe that time spent on television, video and computer games can be valuable for children. Others believe this has negative effects on a child. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

There has been contentious debates over the consequences of the time children spent on television, videos and computer games. Some people believe that it can positively affect some children's abilities, while others argue that it might lead to detrimental consequences on them. Despite the differing views, I am inclined to believe, that either points of views are equally correct since these activities tend to foster creativity or memory, to name a few. Conversely, the children who make an abussive use of these activities are more likely to develop fewer social skills or some other cognitive skills.

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