IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5. Page 190

IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organisation. Why might this this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self- employed?

In the present day, a great number of people decide to work independently, rather than to be employed in any institutions. There are many reasons behind this situation and this essay will outline the causes and the drawbacks of this phenomenon.

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Students should be taught academic knowledge so that they can pass exams, and skills such as cooking or dressing should not be taught. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

To agree or disagree about the statements that what should and should not be taught to students is an important issue. Putting the discussion in a wider context. that statement has always been debatable. Even though some people think that students should be taught academic knowledge. I wholeheartedly believe that students also should taught skills such as cooking or anything else not just academics. First, I will discuss some arguments that support my ideas about this statement. After which some aspects against that will be presented.

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Some countries have become much richer than others. Richer countries should now help poorer countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is said that some countries have become much more affluent than others. Nowadays, more affluent countries should support poorer nations. I partially agree with this argument and I will write my arguments and why.

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Nowadays a large amount of advertising is aimed at children. Some people think this can have negative effects on children and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

An advertisement in the modern world is the most important tool of trade and influence to people. I think that an effect on children is stronger and has negative consequences because they don’t know how to distinguish good from evil and they are very trusting. British scientists have found that children under 6 years don’t know differences between advertisements and general TV programs. And they are easily manipulated.

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Some individuals say that the main environmental issue of our time is the loss of particular types of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some would argue that in this day and age the loss of flora and fauna is the main ecological issue, while others say that we have more crucial problems in the environment. While the loss of individual species can lead to the shortage of food, I believe that it is better to solve other problems such as water pollution.

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In many countries today, if people want to find work, they have to move away from their families and friends. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

Vietnam is one of the most developing countries in the world. Although we are witnessing the growth day by day, it is concentrated to some key cities such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi Captical or Da Nang, Can Tho. With this development, it creates a wave that employees from smaller province have to move to the big cities to find out a job. In this essay, I will discuss both disadvantageous and advantageous from this trend and give my point of view.

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More and more young people from wealthy countries are spending a short time in communities in poorer countries doing unpaid work such as teaching or building houses. Why? Who benefit from this, the community or these young people?

Nowadays, an increasing number of adolescent people from rich countries are spending their time doing unpaid work in communities in poor ones. This essay will discuss some reasons which support their action, and evaluate benefits for both sides to consider who obtain more advantages.

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Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

Some believe that people of various ages and cultures can gather through music. I strongly agree with this opinion. In this essay, I will present my point of view.

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Some people think governments should spend money on faster means of public transport. However, others think money should be spent on other priorities (such as the environment). Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Public transportation is accessible and effective to human beings since it enables us to reach various regions within a shorten-time. While some believe this system should be supported by the government financially to provide faster service for citizens, others think there are more significant fields that need more monetary aid.

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Some people say that government should control the amount of violation in films and on television to control crimes in society How far do you agree or disagree with this statement?

In the concurrent era, movies are often representations of trends, that move throughout the world. The majority of people believe that picture is a kind of entertainment so governments should control the standard of film and avoid the violated movies, which cause the violation in society. However, I agree with this statement and the following paragraph will highlight my perspectives.

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Sciencetists predict in the near future, cars will be driven by computers, not people. Why? Do you think it is a positive of negative development?

In technically advanced society, vehicles are going to be automatically driven particularly the unmanned automobile

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Some people think that strict punishments for driving offences are the key to reducing traffic accidents. Others, however, believe that other treasures would be effective in improving road safety. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In the concurrent era, there are heated arguments over the issue of punishment. There is no iota of doubt over the circumstances imposing the stricks rules on driving. The majority of society favors penalizing the compensation drivers to minimize traffic accidents while others oppose it additional action is still required to reduce it. This essay will elucidate both perspectives.

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In some countries university students live at home with their family while they study, whereas in other countries students attend university in another city. Do you think the benefits of living away from home during university outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.

In other nations, tertiary students have to choose a nearby university where they can go from their family houses and in some countries, they have to relocate to another town to study. In both cases, there are prons and cons but I believe the benefits of studying away from home are more significant than the disantvantages.

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Most people in the world have to work to earn a living. However, many people work only for the financial gain that it involves, and not for any other rewards that a job can offer. What do you think the main consideration when deciding what job to take should be?

Most adults work only to live and earn money. but a considerable number of adults work for more than just financial gain. In my opinion, a job is not only a means of living but also holds a lot of your personality as well.

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Overpopulation is the world's most serious environmental problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

A variety of animal and plant species impact the balanced ecosystem, which is one of the most important parts of our global that provides many benefits for us. Climate change, contaminated water, and disasters are the main causes that affect the number of nature. Environmental issues have various causes that happen from human activities. Some groups state that the increase in population is the most significant cause of ecosystem issues. In this essay will mention my agreement and the reasons.

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In recent years, tax collection has become a focal point of public attention, sparking extensive discussion, debate, and divergent opinions. Do you think it has more advantages or disadvantages?

Tax is one of the most important financial resources for the countries. However, some people argue if it is beneficial for society. In this essay, I will shed light on the merits and drawbacks of tariffs which I believe are useful for the country.

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Many people are choosing to live on their own. Is this a positive or a negative trend?What is your opinion and share your personal experiences? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Although it seems that human is a social creature, these days many individuals prefer to live alone. I support this trend, since it not only could lead to more self-confidence of people, but also it could provide them more privacy and flexibility.

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Car ownership has increased so rapidly over the past thirty years that many cities in the would are now 'one big traffic jam'. How true do you think this statement is? What measures can government take to discourage people from using their cars?

Over the last 30 years, many towns in the world have been suffering from traffic jam issues caused by increasing the total number of drivers who drive their own cars. I believe it is a true problem that we are facing nowadays and the government should improve public transportation in order to gain more people travelling by non-private vehicles.

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in the future, more and more people will choose to go on holiday in their own country and not travel abroad on holiday. Do you agree or disagree.

More people will select go on vacation in their own country rather than travel abroad on vacation. I completely agree with the statement above. For the following reasons:.

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A company is planning to invest in a new training program to enhance employee skills and productivity. The management team has to decide between two different approaches. Some people support that Develop online courses that employees can complete at their own pace, offering flexibility and convenience is better to consider while other believe that Organize in-person workshops led by expert trainers, providing hands-on experience and immediate feedback will be the better option.

I appreciate the company's belief in providing some training programs to employees to increase their skills and productivity. Providing these courses in online mode has more merits as compared to the in-person version of these sessions.

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