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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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There is a lot of pressure on young people today to succeed academically. As a result, some people believe that non-academic subjects, such as physical education and cookery, should be removed from the school syllabus so that children can concentrate on academic work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Children are taking their first steps of their proffesional career through school. However, it would be unfair to neglect the social advantages that a school presents for a child's personal development, which would be supressed by academic pressure. I believe that non-academic subject expand the set of skills they possess, as well as relieve the anxiety they might encounter.

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Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

Currently, many technologies have been developed to be compact for more convenient usage such as smartphones. However, not only adults can access them, but children who are interested in their entertaining function are also possible too. At this point, some people may be concerned about their children spending time on the screen too much, which can cause disadvantages to them. Therefore, I am personally inclined to believe that kids using smartphone for hours a day might receive more negative than positive impacts.

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The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend. Do you agree or disagree?

There is an ongoing debate over whether the commuting week should be decreased. This tendency results in workers having a longer weekend. However it leads to mitigation in economy, I mostly agree that shorter week ought to be implemented.

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increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and pollution problems. What extent do yo agree or disagree. What measure do you think might be effective.

In recent years, growing traffic and pollution has been a significant problem. Petrol and other resources caused increased pollution . Some groups of people agree that increasing the price of these non-reusable resources can prevent the effects on nature. However, people have different views on this agreement.

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Some people think more public money should be spent on roads and motorways than on public transport systems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

For all people, transport is critical in their lives. However, it is argued that more public money should be spent on roads and motorways than public transport systems. In my opinion, spending more money on public transport is more crucial because of the more passengers it takes, increases the physical motion, and it reduces the carpon that came from cars.

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People often think about creating an ideal society, but most of the times fail in making this happen. What is your opinion about an ideal society How can we create an ideal society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is true that many people have a fantasy about their living area; whereas, they will hardly be able to make it happen. Personally, I hold the belief that everyone must have an opportunity to live in a good condition as the result of their ideal society. Overall, to achieve such a thing, we have to pay attention to the youngsters' education and in addition to the parents' education.

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Increasing housing problem in big city is a social consequences. Some people say that only government can solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In recent years housing has been a big problem in big cities. In spite of that increasing population and groups of citizens that moved from another city. People agree that this complication can be reduced by the government's help. However, some people think in different ways.

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today a lot of different culture and ethnics groups live together in one country.why is this so and do you think this is a positive or a negative impact.

With migration in recent years, it is observed that a variety of cultures as well as the native groups live collectively in a particular country. There are many reasons for such occurrence, and in my perception this is quite advantageous then being a negative developement. Both, the reason and my opinion are discussed further.

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More and more people nowadays visit well-known places to take photographs of themselves, without looking at the place. Why do you think this is happening? Is it a positive or a negative trend? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In recent years, visiting well-known places to take photographs of themselves has become widespread among people. However, interesting in share photpgraphs on social media and capturing memories are certainly positive, but the adverse effect of absence of attention to well-known places has sparked considerable concern. In this essay, I will examine both positive and negative effects of this trend, befor concluding that the benefits far outweigh the drawbacks.

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Some people want governments to spend money looking for life on other planets. Others, however, think this is a waste of public money when there are so many problems on earth. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.

Some individuals in the community prefer their governments to support financially the idea of having human life on other planets rather than the earth, however, others prefer to spend this money to solve a lot of problems in the community.

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Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe, that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology.

In the modern world, there is an ongoing debate about whether university students should study with freedom to choose their fields or be restricted to subjects that will be good in the future, such as science and technology. This essay will discuss both sides and will give personal opinion on this issue.

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Many countries are encouraging the use of renewable energy sources instead of fossil fuels. Do the advantages of renewable energy sources outweigh the disadvantages?

Although fossil fuel is thought by some to be a goof source of energy, other people think that it can be detrimental. In my opinion, I consider that renewable energy can bring about more advantages for future society and environment compared to any problems it might bring.

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Topic: Some people think that people commit crime because of poverty and social problems, while others think it is because of their bad nature. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

There is always an argument about whether wrongdoers' behiver is caused by poverty or because of bad the personalities and nature. while both factors could be true to a certain area, I am going to mention some examples for each one of them in this essay, including social factors, family cultures and so on.

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Some people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organizing group activities in their free time. How do you say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Parents attempt to organize their kids' activities to utilize their leisure time productively. Generally, folks encourage their wards to indulge in events to improve their interpersonal skills. However, some people persuade their kids to take individual activities to teach competencies to rely on themselves in every situation.

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Nowadays,a growing number of people with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatmens instead of visiting their usual doctors. Do you think this is a positive or negative development.

In recent years, a significant number of people are using alternative medicines and treatments over checking in with an educated doctor. This trend may bring some positive development; however, it is insignificant compared to the negative sides. That is why, I strongly believe that this is a negative cause.

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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.

In the modern epoch, many organisations are spending a lot of money to find oil reserves. Some people think that oil will soon run out , so it is wise to spend this capital on other sources such as wind and solar. This essay will argue why it is necessary to spend the resources on the sources of power in the impending paragraphs.

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The food travels thousand of miles from farm to consumer. Some people think it would be better to our environment and economy if people only ate locally produced food. What extent does the advantage outweigh its disadvantage?

In recent years, the transportation of food across countries has become increasingly common. It is certainly true that our economy and environment would be better if native people would consume local food. Although, there are downsides, this essay argues that the advantages are stronger as this positively benefits the financial situation of a country.

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Many believe that modern technology has brought people together, but others say that it has driven us apart. Discuss both viewpoints and give your own opinion.

The twenty-first century has been completely revolutionized by industrialization. It is considered by some individuals that new gadgets used in contemporary times, have connected masses whereas, others believe that it is the sole reason why bonding between individuals has been distorted. Upcoming writing will shed light on both the narratives. I believe that modernization helps in improving relationships.

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A lot of places on the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world. Do you think that benefits of tourism outweighs its drawback?

There is no denying that the tourism industry in many countries is one of the main sources of income .However, it can lead to serious problems if not managed correctly . despite some disadvantages due to mismanagement ,i believe that the benefits are more substantial .

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In some countries, TV programmes are transmitted throughout the day and night. Some people think that 24-hour transmission has positive impact, while others believe it is negative. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

These days mostly population of some countries have eyesight problems and sleep disorders, which raises the inclination of people towards the belief that TV programmes should not be telecasted 24/7. Others, however, including I, harbour the thought that TV shows should be transmitted throughout the day and night.

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