IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 15

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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Some people think it's better to choose friends who always have the same opinions as them. Other people believe it's good to have friends who sometimes disagree with them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Individuals often debate whether to become friends with someone who shares similar ideology or someone who opposes their decision by being bluntly honest, and proposes a different perspective. Both sides present strong arguments, which will be discussed in this essay. I will also explain why I believe that having friends who may have opposite beliefs will be more beneficial.

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Many students today graduate high school and then go to study in another country Give the advantages and disadvantages of studying overseas

Nowadays , after many changes in the strategy of education , my students , after graduation from high school, tend to study in another country. There are both advantages disadvantages. Both of them are very important to discuss. This assay will mention both points of view.

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Money spent on space exploration is a complete waste. Governments could better spend this money on other things to benefit the nation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In recent decades, space exploration has seen tremendous growth, prompting some to question whether it justifies its high financial cost. Given the numerous socioeconomic issues affecting nations today, I strongly agree that spending on space programmes is largely wasteful and should be reconsidered.

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Air traffic is increasingly leading to more noise pollution and airport construction. One reason for this is the growth in low-cost passenger flight, often to hold holiday destination. Some people say that government should try to reduce air traffic by taxing it more heavily. Do you agree or disagree?

It is true that air pollution has increased rapidly compared to the past decades. Some individuals think that the government can lessen air traffic by imposing a higher tax on it. I disagree with this notion. By implementing a heavy tax on flights , not only lower economic growth but also interferes the public freedom, and affects the peace and harmony among nations as well.

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In recent years, online shopping has become increasingly popular. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

In today's modern era, technological advancements have transformed the way people buy items, and the use of online shopping sites has become popular. While this approach has some drawbacks, I strongly believe that its advantages outweigh the disadvantages. This essay will discuss both perspectives in the forthcoming paragraphs.

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Some people believe that schools should focus more on teaching practical skills that are relevant to everyday life, such as financial literacy, cooking, and basic home repairs, while others argue that traditional academic subjects like math, science, and literature are more important for students' intellectual development. Which approach do you think is more beneficial for students, and why? Use specific examples and reasoning to support your position.

Most humans argue that practical skills play an important role in life , such as financial literacy, cooking, and basic home repairs. Other people believe that primary subjects , such as math, science, and literature, are essential for students' intellectual development. This essay will examine both views and explain why I lean towards the latter.

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Many young people are leaving the countryside to live in cities leaving behind an elderly population. What are the problems associated with this? What can be done about it?

Some youth are abandoning the rural areas to live in urban ones, forsaking senior citizens. The primary problem of this phenomenon is the isolation and loneliness that they will face, and the most viable solution is to educate young people about the dangers of this issue.

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Access to clean water is a basic human right. Therefore every home should have a water supply that is provided free of charge. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

All humans around the world should have access to safe, drinkable water. Hence, as a basic human right, water should be freely provided to every home. While I strongly agree with the premise, I do not believe that it should be accessed free of charge, and will discuss it further in the following paragraphs.

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Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some would argue that the greatest way to enhance community fitness is by building more athletic facilities, while others would say that this wouldn’t benefit the population's health that much and that other actions are needed. While athletics facilities are encouraging physical activities, I believe that they should pay attention to other aspects, such as low usage by some groups.

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Lack of fresh water is becoming a global issue of increasing important. What problems dose this shortage cause? What measures could be taken to overcome these problems?

In recent decades, the problem of freshwater scarcity has become increasingly acute, posing severe threats to both ecosystems and economic stability worldwide. To mitigate this escalating crisis, governments must adopt coordinated and effective strategies.

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Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a country's police force or military force, while others think women are not suitable for these kinds of jobs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There is a debate over what promotions females have, with some saying that women should have the same role as men in military work or in the police, others arguing that women should avoid these kinds of occupations as they are of the opposite gender ; they must do their responsibilities at home or in other spheres.

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In some countries, there are more young people choosing to enrol in work-based training instead of attending university. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

In some nations, young people would likely choose to join work-based training rather than enroll in a university. This essay will argue that although joining work-based training provides the trainee with more experience in the field, the danger of losing the job far outweighs any benefits.

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Many people believe that children should be taught the importance of saving money at a young age. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

Some people think that children should be taught the importance of saving money at a young age. I strongly agree with this idea because, when they grow up, they will not face financial problems, and it will teach them responsible spending habits.

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Young people who commit crimes should be treated in the same way as adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree？

In today's society, there is a debate about whether teenagers who break the law should face the same punishments as adults. While some people believe that strict punishments will prevent youth crime, I disagree because young people are still developing mentally and deserve a chance to change.

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In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

The high demand for people who are leaving the countryside and moving to the cities is increasing in all countries around the world. I believe it is a beneficial improvement, as the urban areas have a lot of high-quality medical care. Meanwhile, there is a downside to this development, such as the rapid increase in population in big cities.

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Some people like to try new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these attitudes and give your own opinion.

Some say that experiencing unfamiliar things is a preferred option, while others say that they like to continue doing things they used to do. Although sticking with familiar options might be safer, trying different things from what you used to is a great idea to escape your comfort zone.

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Many countries believe that hosting international sporting events like Olympics or World Cup is a great idea. Others think it is a huge mistake. Give the adaavantages and disadvantages of hosting international sporting events.

A lot of countries have hosted international sport events,some have considered this a mistake, while others have taken this as a great opportunity.There are a number of advantages and disadvantages of hosting the Olympics or the World Cup.There are more advantages that outweigh the disadvantages.

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Scientists agree that many people are eating too much junk food and it is damaging their common health. Some people think that this problems can be solved by educating people to eat less junk food.Otherpeoplebelievethateducationwillnotwork.Discussbothopinionsandgiveyour own opinion

Scientists agree that too much consumption of fast food is detrimental for individuals. Some folks believe that education is the only answer to this problem, whereas others say that other ways should work better. Even though there are a lot of approaches to this view point, I agree that educating people from early childhood is a better option than the other ways.

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Most people have forgotten the meaning behind traditional or religious festivals; during festival periods, people nowadays only want to enjoy themselves. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

The majority of people do not know the meaning of a culture or religion's celebration and only want to celebrate and enjoy the event. I completely agree with this statement because people do not know the meaning of the celebrations, and because nowadays many festivals have a commercial connotation due to organisers not aiming at tradition.

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Nowadays many people complain that they have difficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of sleep cause? What can be done about lack of sleep?

In this generation, people have a lot of problems when it comes to sleep. There will be a lot of causes for this situation. Due to different factors and on a case-by-case basis, it has become hard to achieve sleep now. In this essay, I will tackle the reasons and solutions for this.

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