IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 121

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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‏School children are becoming far too dependant on computers. This is having an alarming effect on reading and writing skills. Teachers need to avoid using computers in the classroom at all costs and go back to teaching basic study skills.

In recent years there has been a frequently discussed issue of whether allowing student to use computers, or whether it affects their writing and reading skills. I firmly agree that it is beneficial for pupils and there is no risk for reading and writing skills. This essay will explore this phenomenon in more detail, supported by relevant examples.

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As global trade increases, many goods including those we use on daily basis are produced in another country and have to be transported long distances . Do benefits of this trend outweigh disadvantages

In the era of globalization and advanced technology,many commodities are allowed to transport other countries,Many countries can get a lot of goods that they can not produce.I think that the benefits of this trend outweigh the drawbacks.

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Scientists have been warning for many years about protecting the environment and that we should limit the use of energy in our daily lives. Despite these warnings, many people do not do this. What are the reasons for that and how people can be encouraged to take an interest in protecting the environment?

Nowadays, environmental protection is the most prominent matter. Many experts are trying to convince the public to preserve the environment and its resources which can offer long-term benefits. This essay will discuss this issue in detail and will outline the feasible solutions.

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Instructions Read the question below and write an opinion essay. Remember to write down a clear thesis statement followed by your essay plan. Only then attempt to write this essay. One way to reduce the problem of traffic congestion is by increasing the tax on private vehicles. Do you think this is a feasible solution?

Nowadays, more people own private vehicles which creates traffic issues. Many people believe that traffic congestion can be reduced by imposing heavy tax on these vehicles. This essay will discuss this view in detail and will explain why i think that better infrastructure is the significant solution.

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Discipline is an ever increasing problem in modern schools. Some people think that discipline should be the responsibility of teachers, while others think that this is the role of parents. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

One of the problems which modern schools are dealing with that is discipline. There is some disagreement about who should responsible for that, parents or teachers. I believe that teachers are a better choice in this job.

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Information technology is changing many aspects of our lives and now dominates our homes, leisure and work activities. To what extent do the benefits of information technology outweigh the disadvantages?

In today’s globalized world, many people prefer using information technology in various aspects and in different situations. This trend has numerous benefits and drawbacks which be reviewed in this essay.

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It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort o f punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?

Knowledge is power, especially at an early age. Nowadays, it is vital for our little ones to be educated about correct and incorrect while they are young. Punishing them is important to assist them in understanding the difference.

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These days, people in some countries are living in a throw-away society which means people use things in a short time then throw them away. What are the causes and what are the problems?

More and more people today purchase goods that are low-quality and throw them away after a short period of using them. This trend has increased significantly because these products are often cheaper and affordable, and many companies produce new editions every year. Nevertheless, this development could lead to notable circumstances on our society, it may lead to increase amount of pollution and lobour needs.

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Large companies have big budgets for marketing and promotion and as a result people gravitate towards buying their products. What problems could this cause? What could encourage people to buy more local products?

One of the widely discussed phenomenons nowadays is the impact of money spent on advertising and marketing by big companies which encourages consumers prefering their pruducts over others.

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Some of today's schools insist that all students have their own laptop computers in class to assist in their education. Do you feel that would be an advantage to students education or would it be an unnecessary complications.

Some people think that it is necessary for modern learners in schools to use laptops during thier lessons, while others believe it could harm the educational process. This essay will explore the advantages and drawbacks of technology utilization in schools, followed by my personal opinion on the situation.

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Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country. Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language. Discuss both views and give your own oppinion.

People hold diverse perspectives about whether the only reason for teaching a foreign tongue is travel or work in another country or there are many other reasons for learning a language .In my opinion ,learning a foreign language has a decisive influence on our self-development, allowing us to gain new ideas and understand the culture of other people.

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Write information by selecting and reporting the main features, and making comparisions where relevant.

The diagrams illustrate two distinct processes: the lifecycle of salmon, which involves various stages of growth and migration, and the series of steps involved in transforming animal hides into finished goods. Both processes are cyclical in nature and involve transformations across multiple phases.

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Cheaper food is now available because of greater use of fertilizers and improved machinery. This improved production, however, can be harmful to individuals and the community. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view? Discuss, including examples from your

Increased use of fertilizers and machinery in farming is harmful for mankind and communities, therefore, it is a commonly asked question that we must allow this to happen or masses must oppose it. In my viewpoint, I agree with the latter notion and reasons to support my stance are elaborated in the following paragraphs.

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All the people in a company should be treated equally and provide with the same number of holidays in a year or people doing different jobs enjoy different amounts of holiday time. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

The importance of holidays in worplaces have been a topic of different discusions nowadays. Many people agree that leasure days should be equal for everyone, without take in account employment activities. However, there are others who consider vacations ought to be granted depending of the role that folks are performing in society. This essay will explain the two perspectives and why I support the later option since some jobs require different work conditions.

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Some people believe that it is good to share as much information as possible ther familia in scientific research, business and the academic world, Others believe that some information is too important or too valuable to be shared freely. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Few people think that it is not harmful to share information, related to any field while others argue that information is precious and should be kept hidden. This essay will discuss these standpoints in detail and will explain why i believe that data should not be shared freely.

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In many places, new homes are needed, but only spaces available for building them in the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this?

The demand of new houses to live has been increase due to the risen of population in many countries. The number of availabe spaces for building a new residencial area only occur in the countryside. I argue if this problem could not be be solve immediately with a suitable solution, this might lead to a long-term issue.

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It is important for people to take risks, in both their professional lives and personal lives. Do the advantages of taking these risks outweigh the disadvantages?

It is sometimes believed that taking risks in eighter personal or professional lives can be so advantageous that the negligible drawbacks of this may be dominated by its booming outcomes. Although taking risks is potentially an effective approach to growth and success, I don’t firmly agree that it is always the most practical choice.

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

As a toddler lands his feet for the first time in the school, The teachers have more impact rather than his parents, regarding their intellectual and social development. In this essay, I will totally concur with this statement.

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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 with this statement?

Teachers are considered to have more impact on children's social and intellectual growth than parents when they start their learning journey. While I agree that teachers play a very crucial role in kids' development, parents definitely are the most influential figures.

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Many people think that children should start learning a foreign language at a very early age. Others believe that it is better to wait until they are older. Discuss both views and give your opinion

There is no denying the fact that learning new language is crucial. While it is a commonly held belief that there is a conflict between people for what is the best age to learn foreign language. This essay will analyse this topic from both points of view and express my opinion.

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