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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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More and more people today are spending large amounts of money on their complexions in order to look younger. Why do people want to look younger?Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

A growing number of individuals today spend large amounts of money on beauty products to have a youthful appearance. In this essay, I will discuss the reason as well as my opinion about this topic.

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Some products can be made quickly by a machine. Other items take a long time to be made by hand. As a buyer, which do you prefer and why? Give specific details and examples in your answer

These days, every where you turn on the TV or flick through the pages of a newspaper, you see the news about manufacturing of products. The question arises in our mind, how these are made and which one is more preferred by public? Many people think that some of them are manufactured through machines in a short duration, while other assume that hand made items are time consuming. I completely agree with the ideas and will support my opinion in this essay with examples.

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People aim to keep a balance between their work and other parts of their lives, but few people achieve it. What are the problems in trying to achieve this goal and how can these problems be overcome?

These days, there are fewer people who can achieve the lifestyle that requires them to strike a balance between career and other dimensions of their lives. This essay will elaborate on the disadvantages in the pursuit of this objective, and propose possible solutions to overcome these problems.

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More government money should be invested in teaching science rather than other subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

The common belief holds that more public funds should be allocated to science education for countries’ progress. Despite some opposition, I am convinced that this argument is quite compelling, considering that those with sufficient knowledge about science can not only super the economy but also potentially save countless human lives.

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Some people think young people should be required to have full time education until they are at least 18 years old. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The debate over young people should have access to education until at least 18 years old is a continuous topic. While some people argue that students have the full right to decide whether to go to school or not. In this essay, I strongly agree that education is crucial until 18 years old for a several reason.

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Today more and more tourists are visiting places where the conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara deserts or the Antarctic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Famous places always attract plenty of people to visit and they usually bring a large quantity of wealth to local areas. However, a large number of tourists cause some problems which are pernicious to the environment and the locals at the same time.

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Some people believe that studying online is more effective than studying on campus while others disagree. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of online learning. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

It is often argued that, few individuals think that web-based learning is more beneficial than apparently studying in institutions while others are opponents of this belief.In this essay, I will discuss both merits and demerits of online learning .

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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 topic of consequences of using modern technology has been controversial. Some people believe that the technology can make people stay in touch, whereas I agree with those who think that it can drive us apart.

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Some people believe young people are more attracted to fashion and it causes negative aspects to themselves and society. Do you agree or disagree?

Fashion is magic for young people. Since people love clothes. To illustrate jacket, t-shirt, jean, dress etc. Nevertheless, every young people shouldn't wear. Seeing that some clothes and colours are not compatible with each other. To oversimplify pink and orange, red and orange, blue and brown etc. Therefore young people should wear fashionable clothes, you will look a sight. After that other adult people can criticize young people. Also, young people may be uncomfortable with this issue.

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Many people support use of animals for testing medicines for humans. Others believe it is not appropriate to use animals for such experiments. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

The topic of animals testing medicines for humans has been controversial. Some people believe that animals testing is essential when it comes to medicinces, whereas I agree with those who think that it is wrong to use animals in laboratories.

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Some people say that online courses are becoming more and more popular and offlines courses are less important. While others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There is a debate concerning the type of courses that is most favourable among people. Yet, it is not clear which one benefits the most or has more reputation than the other. While some people like to involve in online courses, others favour the offline ones. In my opinion, I believe that online courses serve everyone needs.

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Nowadays many people have access to computers on a wide basis and a large number of children play computer games. What are the positive and negative impacts of playing computer games and what can be done to minimize the bad effects? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.

In recent years, majority of the people have access to computers and Internet which have made people's life much easier compared to earlier times. However, it has been observed that a lot of children nowadays spend a large amount of their time i playing computer games. There are a number of negative impacts which have been identified due to this trend.

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Scientific developments in farming always bring major benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Since ages ,farming has been the major source for the prosperity of the country. Science has modfied the farming.I absolutely agree with that scientific advancements have completely improved the farming in terms of yield ,growth and job creation.

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In many countries people have to pay for medical care, but some think that it should be a free service provided by the government. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

Most countries require people to spend for their medical needs, however some think that the government should financially support this aspect. I strongly agree that the authority should be responsible to pay for the medical care of the people as this will provide many benefits to the country and the citizen.

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In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of ageing populations.

Nowadays, with developments in the medical science people are living a long life, as compared to the earlier days. However, this has given rise to a number of problems at an individual level and as well as for society. This essay will try to delve into the after effects of this trend and will try to propose a few solutions to this problem.

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You recently made a journey by train. When you got on the train, you realised you had left a bag on the platform. Give details of where and when you left the bag Describe the bag and its contents Suggest how you could get the bag back

I am sorry for bothering you, but I lost my bag at your train station yesterday. I tried to search for it, but unfortunately it was useless, I did not find it.

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many people aim to achieve a balance between work and other part of lives, but few people achieve it. What are the causes of the problem? how to overcome it?

While some people think that achieving work-life balance in their life is a must , however only a few people can get it. In my opinion, there are several reasons involved busy work activities and adequate facilities near their house. To cope with the problems, the government should build facilities, and the company should regularly conduct wellness programs.

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Some people say that the increasing business and cultural contract between countries is a positive development, while others think that many countries will lose their national identities as a result. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

There is no doubt, that globalisation has developed, and some people argue against it because countries lose national atributes; however, other believe in a positive effect of the phenomenon, and I support them.

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In the future, robots will do more and more jobs instead of humans. Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.

It is believed that robots are more likely to take over individual’s source of income in the upcoming years. This shift will not only have a drastic impact on society, but will also affect the labour market to a great extent. In my opinion, there are far more benefits than drawbacks, certain steps can be taken into consideration to avoid loss to the economy.

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Some believes that professional, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe they should be free to work in another country if they wish. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

It is undeniable that people all around the world have started working abroad as soon as they complete their doctorate and engineering degrees. Therefore, some people argue that they should work in their own native nation, while others think that they should open to work in any country. In my opinion, it would be exceptional if professionals worked in the country of their wish as it would be excellent for their economic and personal growth.

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