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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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Studies have shown that most criminals have low levels of education. Because of this many believe that the best way to reduce crime is to educate prisoners so they can get a job after being released. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Education is a corner stone of building any healthy structured community and increasing nations welfare. Since the researches affirmed that there is a negative relationship between education and crime levels, as these to variables are moving in different directions. These results made a lot of people think that, the most effective way to lower the crime level is to focus on prisoners’ education and learning curve which will help them to work after being free. I strongly agree with this view, because education represents a worthy investment which will improve the communities’ economic profile and enhance nations’ quality of life.

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Some people think that boys and girls should attend school together. Others feel that they should be educated separately. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion

There is a common argue among different groups of people that children at shcool should separated by gender or they can attend lessons together. Both educational approaces have their own advantages and disadvantages. This essay will go deeper in this topic and will give my opinion regarding the question.

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Some people believe that success in sports depends on physical ability, while others believe that there are more important factors associated with success in sports. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion

It has been argued by some individuals that being physically fit is a most significant factor to be a successful sports person, while others offend this idea and think some others factors are much important. However, I believe that along with being physically fit, a few other factors are also necessary.

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Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People learn things better from those at their own level—such as fellow students or co-workers—than from those at a higher level, such as teachers or supervisors. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

People are often encouraged to learn. Some believe that individuals can aquire more learning values from their colleagues and classmates as compared to their managers or professors. However, I fully disagree with this context and rather push people to learn from a person who is at higher position.

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Most high-level positions in companies are filled by men even though the workforce in many developed countries is more than 50 per cent female. Companies should be required to allocate a certain percentage of these positions to women. To what extent do you agree?

Men are usually seen holding managerial positions in many enterprises although women make up more than half of the total working population. With this situation, some argue that companies should set a specific quota to recruit females to execute management-related tasks, and I totally agree with this because it could promote diversity in workplaces, and women are as capable as their male counterparts in leading institutions.

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With growing populations in cities, more and more people live in homes with little or no outdoor space. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

It's hard to deny that with the increasing city residents, expanding number of people choose to buy house without outdoor place because of lower price and such fact leads impressionable people to generate their idea that citizens' mental health can be improved because of smaller financial stress. However, such statement suffers from both logical and factual fallacies and it should be examined meticulously. As far as traditional culture, urban environment and health are concerned, I strongly hold that the whole phenomenon tends to be negative.

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Environmental damage is a problem in most countries. What is the cause of this damage? What should be done about this problem?

It is commonly believed that a healthy environment is a crucial aspect of life and no one can deny it. However the environment undergoes troubles in the overwhelming majority of countries. In this essay, some of the contributing factors are going to be highlighted and possible solutions would be addressed accordingly.

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Today more and more tourists are visitin places where conditions are difficult , such as sahara desertor the Antartica. What are the advantages and disadvantages for the tourists who visit such places.

At the present time, many visitors visit difficult conditions like the Sahara desert the Antarctica. Some people believe these sites have positive effects, while others say deserts have drawbacks efforts. In this essay, I will explore the advantages that outnumber the disadvantages.

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In their advertising business nowadays usually emphasize that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Advertising is one of the crucial aspects of developing a business. It drives people to buy their products and determines whether consumers stay loyal or not. These days, most of the company claim that their products are somewhat new. I do believe that this is a positive attitude, because it might come from two possible reasons: it is definitely able to solve different problems, and it can be their unique point to get people's attention.

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Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Antartica. What are the advantages and disadvantages for the tourists who visit such places?

Easy and fast access to tourism has enabled individuals to visit remote regions named the Antarctic and the Sahara desert. Even though they are hard to survive, many people nowadays travel to them more often than past. Although it has facilitated humans to gain a unique experience, it has created adverse impacts on the environment and local habitats.

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Some people say the government should give health care the first priorities, some others believe there are more important priorities to spend the taxpayer’s money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Proponents of healthcare argue that the government should prioritize it, while others claim that there are other crucial sectors that the government should take into consideration. I completely agree with the first statement as other sectors would not be successful enough, if there were not healthy citizens to work in them.

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Some people think paying taxes is a big enough contribution to their society, while others think people have more responsibilities as members of society than only paying taxes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

People have different views about their social responsibilities. Some of them think that paying taxes does all their social duties, while some of them believe their responsibilities in society are more than one payment, as I think so.

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Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In the modern educational system, the question of whether university students should specialize in one subject rather than developing different subjects is a topic of considerable debate. I firmly believe that a balanced combination of specialization and a broader education is the key to fostering adaptable individuals.

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Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil and natural gas, are the main source for many countries. However, some nations are using alternative energy such as solar power and wind power. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

It is an irrefutable fact that in the contemporary world, due to the exponential demand for energy, some countries are replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power. In my opinion, this shift is a positive development due to its substantial benefits for society and the environment. This essay will explore the reasons behind this viewpoint, supported by relevant examples.

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The tendency for human beings to copy one another is shown in the popularity of fashion in clothes and other consumer goods. Do you agree or disagree?

In this contemporary epoch, a large proportion of individuals prefer to follow one another with an intense desire to look better by adopting a similar fashion. I totally agree with this notion. This essay will delve into the reasons behind the above scenario and will lead to a logical conclusion as well.

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Computers are often argued to be the most important invention of the last hundred years. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Many inventions have been made in the last century. However, none of which came close to how the creation of computers benefited the world. In my opinion, I agree with this statement as this device became an important object to many if not all working adults, young students, and children.

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The young can get easily influenced by the internet. What could be the reasons for this? What can be done to exercise more control over their use of the internet. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Social media has revolutionized the way we connect and interact with each other. It has also given rise to a new phenomenon: social media influencers. Influencers are individuals who have amassed a large following on social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, and are able to influence their followers’ opinions and behaviors. While influencers can have a positive impact, there is growing concern about their effect on young minds.

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Nowadays we are producing more and more rubbish. Why do you think this is happening? What can governments do to help reduce the amount of rubbish produced?

Waste management is becoming crucial nowadays due to rubbish production that has increased significantly. There are several reasons why this happens, such as the increase in people's needs and the variety of products that can people consume. To solve this problem, the government should focus on plastic as one of the most rubbish contributors, I will elaborate more on this essay.

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Theoretical subjects (such as mathematic and philosophy) should no longer be taught in universities because most of university students choose practical subjects (such as accounting and economics). To what extent do you agree or disagree?

These days, there has been an increase in the number of people who pay attention to the issue of college education. It is said that the theory courses no long need to be existed, just because of the small popularity. Personally, I strongly disagree with this idea and reasons will be provided in this essay.

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Families who send their children to private schools should not be required to pay taxes that support the state education system. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statements?

Paying taxes to government, in order to support general education system, should not be obligatory for the parents choosing to obtain private education for their kids. I totally agree with this point of view on the grounds that families already pay large amount money for schools and no one have to pay for the service that they do not benefit from.

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