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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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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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In the future, all cars, buses, and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling inside these vehicles would be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

In recent years, there has been a growing tendency for people with health issues to seek alternative treatments instead of consulting conventional doctors. While this trend may offer some advantages, I believe it is largely a negative development.

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In many countries people are moving away from rural areas and towards urban areas. Why do you think that is ? What problem can this cause ?

People are interested in moving from the countryside to big cities these days. Urban areas are preferred by most families. This gives them an opportunity to explore many possibilities. This essay will examine why I think that in many countries people are moving from rural areas to urban areas, and what problems this may cause.

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Some people believe zoos are good places for people to learn about animals. Other people believe animals belong in nature and it is wrong to keep them in zoos. What do you think? Explain, giving specific reasons for your choice.

Some people think that you are a good place for individuals to learn about animals. On the other hand, some people believe that animals belong in nature and are not in their place. I totally think that you are not a good place to learn about animals because we can learn about animals by reading books or watching animal documentaries. Furthermore, I believe that putting animals in zoos has a more negative impact than how benefits they provide.

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Some people think that students perform better in single-sex schools, while others believe that mixed-gender schools are more beneficial. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people believe students do better in schools with only boys or only girls, while others think schools with both genders are better. Both sides have good reasons, but I think mixed schools are generally more useful for students.

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Due to so many young people dropping out from school, the rate of unemployment is increasing, and it affects our society in different ways. What are the causes of these pressures and what measures should be taken to reduce this?

Unemployment rates are drastically increasing, and it is affecting the community in multiple ways. Young adults are dropping out of education systems nowadays. There are many reasons why people drop out. This essay will outline the causes of this and how to avoid it occurring.

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In many countries around the world, life expectancy is increasing. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation and give your own opinion.

Recently, the average years which a person is expected to live have been increasing worldwide. While there are enormous positive points about longer life expectancy, I believe that the drawbacks outweigh the benefits of that. Both sides will be discussed further in the paragraphs below.

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Students should pay the full cost for their own study, bcause university education benefits individuals rather than society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is argued that students should pay the full tuition for their university studies. This essay disagrees with this statement because some families cannot support their children financially, and a university education can assist the country's growth in several sectors.

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In many professional sports, there is an increase in the number of athletes using banned substances to improve their performance. What are the causes of the phenomenon and what are some of the possible solutions?

In numerous professional athletics, there is a growing number of sportsmen using prohibited PEDs to enhance their efficiency. The primary cause of this phenomenon is the pressure to achieve high results, and the most viable solution is providing comprehensive sports psychological support.

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Many children today are overweight and unhealthy. This is a serious health problem. Give the reasons for this and give some solutions to help fix this problem.

owadays, eating habits have become different in society. Most, children are overweight, which will cause them many problems in the future. Children do not realise that this lifestyle may lead to obesity and cost them health problems. This essay will examine why I think so many children are overweight and what can be done to solve this problem.

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Many people today use mobile phones and computers for work, study, and daily life. Some people think this makes people lose their ability to talk face to face. I disagree with this opinion.

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The percentage of overweight children in western society has increased by almost 20% in the last years. Discuss the causes and effects of this disturbing trend.

In this contemporary era, there has been an upsurge in the number of overweight children. This trend has led to the community debating why this issue has occurred. This essay will discuss the causes of this sudden surge and the negative effects on society.

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Some people think most crimes are the result of circumstances like poverty and other social problems. Others believe that they are caused by people who are bad in nature. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that most crime is the result of circumstances and other social issues. While others think that most crime is caused by people who are bad by nature. In this essay, I will discuss both views and show why I favour the latter.

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Overpopulation in many major urban centers around the world is a major problem. What are the causes of this? How can this problem be solved?

The rapid growth of population in many major urban areas is emerging as a serious concern in many nations. Although overpopulation threatens many societies, its effects can be addressed successfully. This essay will examine some of the problems caused by increasing population density in urban centres, and propose several solutions to tackle these issues.

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